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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.

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.

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

Daycares in San Diego, CA

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

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.

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...

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.

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...

Hugs And Smiles Child Care

Hugs And Smiles Child Care

13044 Cayote Ave., San Diego, CA

Hello Parents! My name is Maryna. I provide a kind and loving environment for young children, ages 2 to 6 years. A variety of fun and educational activities are offered throughout the day. I was a volunteer for one year at Deer Canyon preschool, where I worked with teacher in a classroom of 9 to 12...

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...

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...

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
"My youngest son started with Ms. Maribel right after he turned one in August 2013 and he immediately became a part of her family. She provides a nurturing and loving environment. When my son turned 3, we switched him to a preschool as we initially thought it...

Janice 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.


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.


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.


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


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
"It has been an amazing experience to see our daughter Olivia grow and thrive for the past 2.5 years at the CMP. After trying two other schools prior, I can say with absolute certainty, this is the best decision we made as parents. I enjoy walking her to class every...

Ori V.


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


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Average Rating4.6 / 5

Daycares in San Diego, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 399 reviews of the 431 listed daycares.