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Recent daycare reviews in San Diego, CA

Happy Smiles Daycare/Preschool

5.0

As first time parents, we didn't know you had to get on wait lists right when you got pregnant in order to ensure care for your child if both parents work. When my mom was unable to care for our daughter anymore we had about a month to try and find a suitable provider. We had almost given up hope of...

- Ezaree E.

Pigtails And Snails Home Day Care

5.0

Tina is an amazing care giver, provider, and mother. She treats my boys like they are her own. I know when I leave my kids with her they are going to be well cared for. Shes amazing with my littlest and comforts him the second he makes a fuss and teaches my 1.5yr old all sorts of stuff. She's highly...

- Courtney

Little Planet Family Childcare

5.0

My daughter has been attending little planet family daycare since she was 6 months old she is now almost 2 years old. When looking for a daycare I toured 4 different locations until finding the perfect fit for her. My daughter absolutely loves the owner and the family. They are very family oriented...

- Fritza P.

Happy Time Daycare

5.0

I took my special needs daughter to Happy Time Daycare and she was so happy.she came home singing counting and saying her abc's.i am very happy with this place.i would refer to anyone

- Yolanda J

Little Sprouts Academy

5.0

What a wonderful school! The rooms are so bright, clean and welcoming. The staff truly care about our family and always are so genuine and friendly. I couldn't imagine sending our little girl anywhere else. We are so happy we found Little Sprouts for our little sprout!

- Myriah M.

Daycares in San Diego, CA

Oliver Place

Oliver Place

5119 Chollas Pkwy, San Diego, CA

Hello! I'm Whitney and I would love to spend the day caring for and teaching your children. I am a teacher who has chosen to stay at home with my twin girls. I would love to add a few more children to our daily routine of learning about the world around us. I have 4 years of experience teaching...

ABC Learning Center (Family Home Childcare)

ABC Learning Center (Family Home Childcare)

13404 Sawtooth Road, San Diego, CA

Welcome to ABC Learning Center! Your Smile is Our Smile, Family Home Child Care. We are Eco-friendly and a Vegetarian Home Daycare and Preschool facility following CDA nutrition food Program. Conveniently located in Rancho Penasquitos 92129, San Diego. Dedicated to fostering an environment...

Michelle's Place

Michelle's Place

2483 GRAFTON ST, San Diego, CA

I'm a licensed provider with over 10years experience. Currently have 1 full time opening for a child age 2+ during the day (6a-6pm) and 5 spots open for evenings and overnights. Closed on weekends

The Coder School

The Coder School

9879 Carmel Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA

The Coder School is a year-round after-school coding school for kids ages 7-18. We combine collaboration and immersion with direct instruction by our Code Coaches to get your kids learning to code and rockin' their inner hacker in no time! Our mission is to inspire and excite kids to not only learn...

Bautista Luz Family Child Care

Bautista Luz Family Child Care

7171 MOHAWK ST, San Diego, CA

I offer a safe environment for your child, indoor and outdoor activities, learning activities, music, art, cooking, yoga, Spanish classes and much more. My goal is to take care the children and make them feel comfortable and happy.

The ZenTotz Program: Yoga for Youth!

The ZenTotz Program: Yoga for Youth!

5064 Brighton Avenue, San Diego, CA

Our day camps combine peaceful mindfulness practices with hands-on art activities, yoga & creative/cooperative games. Participants will blissfully experience mindful movement, develop compassion, discover creative talents, taste healthy foods & make quality friendships! Full day & half day options...

The New Haven

The New Haven

2640 Historic Decatur Road, San Diego, CA

We are a unique solution to this new era of working from home by providing a space for parents to work in our co-working space while their children are cared for in our Montessori Classroom. Our membership options are wider ranging than most preschools because you can schedule as little as two hours...

Nashwa Home Care

Nashwa Home Care

10794 Carmel Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA

-Cozy environment, -Entertainment, -Healthy meals and snacks provided, - YMCA & CDA accepted.

Happy Smiles Daycare/Preschool

Happy Smiles Daycare/Preschool

13288 Entreken Ave, San Diego, CA

4.2

(10)

Happy Smiles Daycare is a loving place set up with your child's fun, health, safety, and childhood education in mind. My name is Maribel, I am the Director of Happy Smiles Daycare and my goal is to provide your child with excellent care that will nourish and help him/her blossom and feel loved. I am...
5.0
"As first time parents, we didn't know you had to get on wait lists right when you got pregnant in order to ensure care for your child if both parents work. When my mom was unable to care for our daughter anymore we had about a month to try and find a suitable...

Ezaree E.


Pigtails And Snails Home Day Care

Pigtails And Snails Home Day Care

4633 Shields Street, San Diego, CA

5.0

(2)

Welcome to Pigtails and Snails Home Daycare. We are a military family located in Tierrasanta. I am state licensed and approved to offer NACCRRA Operation Military Child Care (OMCC) program, I have also applied to become a CDH provider and am currently waiting on approval. We have two wonderful sons...
5.0
"Tina is an amazing care giver, provider, and mother. She treats my boys like they are her own. I know when I leave my kids with her they are going to be well cared for. Shes amazing with my littlest and comforts him the second he makes a fuss and teaches my 1.5yr...

Courtney


I am a state of California licensed provider. I have a Bachelor's Degree of Science in Elementary Education and Master's Degree of Art In Education with Specialization in Special Education. I have 15 years of teaching experience and opened my childcare program in January 2014. Some of my childcare...
5.0
"We love this daycare and recommend it to all of our friends and family. My baby has been going there since he was 4 months old and the daycare is everything we were looking for and more. Safe family atmosphere, not too many kids, super clean, with lots of...

Shanel E.


Happy Time Daycare

6217 Estelle St, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

The Happy Time Daycare located at 6217 Estelle Street, San Diego, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It also offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and after- school activities, including summer camps and winter breaks.
5.0
"I took my special needs daughter to Happy Time Daycare and she was so happy.she came home singing counting and saying her abc's.i am very happy with this place.i would refer to anyone"

Yolanda J


Little Sprouts Academy

6690 Mission Gorge Road, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

Little Sprouts Child Enrichment Academy is a preschool and daycare center that provides organic and natural meals for your child. We believe that in order for your "Little Sprout" to grow to their full potential both developmentally and physically, they need a variety of high quality, nutritious...
5.0
"What a wonderful school! The rooms are so bright, clean and welcoming. The staff truly care about our family and always are so genuine and friendly. I couldn't imagine sending our little girl anywhere else. We are so happy we found Little Sprouts for our little...

Myriah M.


Carmel Mountain Preschool

9510 Carmel Mountain Road, San Diego, CA

5.0

(61)

Carmel Mountain Preschool is a privately owned preschool and offers part time and full time programs for children from 18 months to Kindergarten Prep. We also offer a school age program for elementary student for local schools in Rancho Penasquitos.
5.0
"CMP has been amazing for our family! Our son Jack has been there for 2 years and is thriving. The joy in his face everyday that he get to go to school is contagious. He has learned a tremendous amount in such a unique environment and I am so appreciative of...

Julie B.


San Diego Surf Lessons

740 Felspar St, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

San Diego Surf Lessons has provided safe, fun, and exciting surf lessons and camps for the past 14 years! Founded in 2000 San Diego Surf Lessons continuously provides the best surf instruction to inexperienced and experienced surfers alike. Our friendly, highly trained and certified instructors will...

Nicole P

1770 Grand Ave., APT. C, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

Hi parents! My name is Nicole, and I am 27 years old. I am an alumni of the University of San Diego (USD). I majored in psychology and minored in philosophy. I am enthusiastically looking for a family who is in need of a live-in nanny/ sitter/mother's helper/ errand runner! I am available to begin...
5.0
"Nicole interviewed with me for a position that I did not end up filling. I was highly impressed with her communication skills in person, via email, etc. She also interacted with my children positively and in a kind manner. Posted on 9/12/2012"

Stefanie B.


Honey Bear Preschool & Child Care Center

4426 Mentone St, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

The preschool philosophy of Honey Bear Preschool and Child Care Center is to provide a developmentally appropriate program for young children that fosters the whole child concept, respects each child as an individual and stimulates a child's natural interest in, and enjoyment of, learning.
5.0
"Every parent I have met, whose child has attended Honey Bear Preschool and Childcare Center has loved it. The hours are flexible and there is a wealth of activities."

Stephen P


New Venture Christian Preschool

4000 Mystra Way, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

We are a christian preschool with smaller ratios. We teach Bible curriculum along with the fundamentals. Our children learn through exploring through all of their senses. Please come tour today and learn about all of our educational offerings.
5.0
"Never been here before or used the preschool. Just wanted to say that I believe this is in Oceanside, not in San Diego. Bummer- I was considering it for my son."

Christina N.


HAYDER, SAHRA FAMILY CHILD CARE

2353 Balboa Vista Drive, SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0

(3)

5.0
"She is always available. My kids love going there. They have a big back yard the kids love playing there."

Angie A.


Angel Day Care

4175 Lodi Way, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

5.0
"Angel Day Care carefully, competently, and compassionately watched over our little girl for over 2 years. If it weren't for preschool, she'd still be at Angel Day Care. I cannot imagine another a better day care."

Dave J


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Ratings for San Diego, CA daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Daycares in San Diego, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 400 reviews of the 432 listed daycares.