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Recent daycare reviews in San Diego, CA

Ridge City Preschool and Daycare

5.0

Long overdue review but can't say enough good things about Ridge City and the staff. Have had our kiddos there since 2017 and couldn't be more happier with the decision of choosing Ridge City to care for the kids. It is always tough leaving them but the teachers do a great job with caring, teaching,...

- Glenn T

Great Minds Daycare

5.0

Jennifer was a preschool teacher for my older son. I was fortunate to hire Jennifer as our nanny when my twins were born. She is so loving and kind and cared for my babies as if they were her own. Jennifer was born to take care of children!

- Jillian G

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.

Caryl Hall's Family Daycare/ Little Bears Family Daycare

5.0

Caryl Hall has been my day care provider/nanny for 8 years and we currently still use her services. Caryl has been taking care of our daughter Ashley, since she was 6 months old. We consider her as a very important member to our family. We were referred to her by two separate sources in the...

- Lisa D

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

Daycares in San Diego, CA

Little Bear Home Daycare

Little Bear Home Daycare

16211 Via Embeleso, San Diego, CA

Little Bear Home Daycare Daycare WITH Pre-School Curriculum. Openings currently for children ages 3 months-5 years! Nutrition program included! High Quality Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks, Formula and Baby Food provided DAILY Fun, safe kid friendly environment centrally located in Rancho...

Paola's Amaya Family Child Care

Paola's Amaya Family Child Care

7933 A Hummingbird Ln, San Diego, CA

daycare for children ages 0 to 10 years old. we provide food, entertainment, and excellent care. We walk to the nearby playground. Also we Potty train your kid. We speak Spanish and teach your child a second language.

Layne Family Child Care

Layne Family Child Care

11671 Corte Morita, San Diego, CA

I provide a homelike setting for families with their child care needs.

The Treehouse

The Treehouse

6808 Embarcadero Ln, San Diego, CA

We ve worked to provide an environment where families can enjoy quality, yummy, locally sourced meals and amazing regional, craft beverages in an engaging, welcoming atmosphere all while distributing 10% of revenues into the causes that mean the most to our customers

Snyder Family Daycare

Snyder Family Daycare

6844 Ballinger Ave, San Diego, CA

Every child is unique and I believe that success and growth come from encouragement and praise. My focus is on building every child s self esteem and confidence through positive feedback and rewards. I nurture their natural strengths. A child see s the world around them with wonder and awe, I...

Outdoor Outreach

Outdoor Outreach

5275 Market Street, San Diego, CA

From surfing beach breaks to exploring San Diego Bay by kayak, there are BIG ADVENTURES to be had in San Diego. This summer, teens and pre-teens ages 11-17 can ADVENTURE WITH US, exploring San Diego while creating friendships, building community, and developing leadership skills for all of life's...

Nashwa Home Care

Nashwa Home Care

10794 Carmel Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA

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

Ridge City Preschool and Daycare

Ridge City Preschool and Daycare

6866 Linda Vista Rd, San Diego, CA

4.9

(14)

Ridge City provides care for children 6 weeks through PreK. Our qualified, loving, and dedicated team is ready to serve your children in a safe and nurturing environment. We utilize, ABEKA, a Bible-based curriculum that will lead your child to a relationship with Jesus Christ and prepare them for...
5.0
"We arrived in San Diego 11/2018 and I gained employment 12/18. We were frantically looking for childcare (not always easy to find) when I called Ridge city. We toured the facility ASAP and I knew it was the right place for my daughter. It is exceptionally clean,...

Bonnie A


Great Minds Daycare

Great Minds Daycare

10868 Caminito, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

Great Minds Daycare is a loving and fun environment where your children will grow and develop before Kindergarten. Please visit our website at www.greatmindsdaycare.com. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.
5.0
"Jennifer was a preschool teacher for my older son. I was fortunate to hire Jennifer as our nanny when my twins were born. She is so loving and kind and cared for my babies as if they were her own. Jennifer was born to take care of children!"

Jillian G


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.


I offer full-time, part-time, or drop-in child care out of my North Pacific Beach home. I accept children between two months to five years. Most of my children start as infants or toddlers, and stay with me until they fully transition into preschool or kindergarten. We read stories, draw and paint,...
5.0
"Caryl Hall has been my day care provider/nanny for 8 years and we currently still use her services. Caryl has been taking care of our daughter Ashley, since she was 6 months old. We consider her as a very important member to our family. We were referred to her...

Lisa D


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 took care of my kids and she was awesome .. My kids loved her and had a lot of fun going there ..."

Flor G.


Daycare for 6 mo to 3 1/2 yrs. Children are taught the basics of a successful life: structure, discipline, concentration and effort, respect for others, manners, consideration, social skills, and a lot of academics, including letters, numbers, shapes, colors, animals, states, countries, reading and...
5.0
"We've been taking our daughter to Auntie for over a year now, and are so grateful we were able to find such a caring, thoughtful person to care for her. Auntie is wonderful, she teaches the kids to be polite, cooks wonderful meals for them daily, and prepares them...

Rae W.


Little Planet Family Childcare

1159 Dawnell Drive, San Diego, CA

5.0

(4)

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
"My son has been going here since he was 5 months old and he is now 18 months old. I always know that he is safe and happy here. When I pick him up he never wants to leave because he is always having such a great time. I would recommend Little Planet to anyone!"

Amanda B.


ABC Rainbow Daycare

6307 Lake Decatur Ave, San Diego, CA

5.0

(2)

My name is Alba Martinez. ABC RAINBOW DAYCARE is open from 7:00am to 5:30 p. Monday to Friday. I provide a stimulating fun environment for three month olds to three years old. I have over twenty years of experience in Professional Child Development in a Daycare setting. My Daycare is located in...
5.0
"My son was Alba's first client and he absolutely loves her! She has never called out and has been super communicative with our family. My son is well fed, loved, and is excited to see Ms. Alba every day. Our family is so thankful for Ms. Alba and ABC Rainbow...

Nicole L.


Bolivar Mary Family Child Care

2164 Fenton Pkwy 106, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

Hi there, I am a licensed Family Child Care home, I am a fun, loving and experienced provider. I have worked with kids from 3 months to 4 years old, I cater a small group of children, usually no more than six kids in order to provide a family environment. I am fingerprinted cleared through live scan...
5.0
"She is an amazing take care provider I am a first mom and I took both of my kids there and they grow up in a really healthy and lovely environment, she feeds them well and she is super clean, Mary is a great person and she also speaks Spanish to the babies so they...

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Belo's Day Care

3781 Ashford Street, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

We are an in-home licensed family day care that provide top quality child care treating every child as family. Plenty of great references will agree and are available.

Olga's Family Childcare

1512 Jason Street, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

I've been a Child daycare provider for the last 15 years and I am proud of it. The children I care for fulfill my life, therefore I make sure they grow up with love and care. My experience and certifications on the field enable me to keep my business going and my clients happy. Our location is...
5.0
"My child started going to this daycare at the age of 2 ....she stopped going daily at the age of 6 and then just went during the summer . My child is now 12 and she still asks to go back during her breaks from school.She has made great friends there who she is...

Lili


Fariba Home Daycare

16825 SAINTSBURY GLEN APT. 90, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

I am as a family child care licensed in CA. I opened my business and I am available at (6 AM- to 6 PM ). I have daily dancing and music. My background includes being a teacher. I am a student in college right now and. I do study a child development course. I was a nanny and I love kids. I have...
5.0
"Fariba is trustworthy, very kind, experienced and energetic. She treats my baby like his mom. I feel very relaxed having her to take care of my son when I am at work and that is the most important thing."

Leyla R.


Fleur De Lis School Inc

3743 Front St, San Diego, CA

5.0

(3)

Fleur De Lis School Incorporated located at 3743 Front Street, San Diego, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school's business operating hours is from seven AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep....
5.0
"Fleur de Lis School provided our son and our family the most incredible experience we could have ever asked for. In our 2 years there, we watched our son grow immensely in his confidence, relationships, and overall love of learning. He was sad to leave school every...

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

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Daycares in San Diego, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 638 reviews of the 427 listed daycares.