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Recent daycare reviews in San Marcos, CA

ROSINEY FAMILY DAY CARE

5.0

I had the pleasure of having Ms. Rosie as my son’s teacher/daycare provider for four years. Ms. Rosie excels at providing outstanding childcare, treating each child as she would her own. She put an emphasis on the child’s learning and preparing them for kindergarten. During Ms. Rosie’s care, my son...

- Leila K.

Mali's Home Child Care

5.0

Our son went to Mali's for three years. He absolutely loved it and we knew he was well taken care of. Our son would run into her house everyday and talk about the fun he had while at daycare. Mali and her assistants were always so sweet and caring!

- Care member

SYMPHONY FAMILY CHILD CARE

5.0

Our son started at Elly's when he was about 1.5 years old. We were initially nervous because he had a tough time adjusting to his previous daycare, where he couldn’t stop crying. Elly’s turned out to be the perfect fit, and he absolutely loved it! Elly and her helpers were incredibly patient and...

- Care member

Fara's Day Care / Preschool

3.0

We didn't stay long with Fara since we quickly realized there were major personality conflicts. She seemed very nice, nurturing and well qualified during the interview, but by the 2nd day her demeanor completely changed after a tough day with our child. Without getting into all the details...to sum...

- Joyce J.

Little Smiles Daycare

5.0

We have been with Miss Amy at Little Smiles Daycare for about 3 months now and it was the best decision we could have made! Our little girl is so happy and engaged all day. Plus I know she is safe and well cared for when not at home.

- Sharaya B.

Daycares in San Marcos, CA

MAAC Project 1st Start

139 Gosnell Way, San Marcos, CA

MAAC offers a wide range of community-based services and programs that support child, family, and community development. Located in San Marcos, California, the company offers early head start, head start, and preschool learning programs. The company’s programs are structured to support children’s...

Klavitter Kids Kare

778 Avenida Leon, San Marcos, CA

I am a mother of 12 with only one baby who is now home. I would like to provide care specifically for children under 4 years old for school teachers in the area during the time school is in session so we can make quality, affordable childcare available to fellow teaching staff (my husband is a...

I taught elementary school for 10 years before choosing to stay home with my now 7 month old son. I can offer a childcare experience for your baby that is the "second best thing to home", including home-made baby food, baby sign language, immediate and loving attention in a safe, child-proofed home,...

ABC 123 Day School

801 River Run Circle, San Marcos, CA

ABC 123 Day School is a home preschool in San Marcos. Small ratio of 1:6 Your child will learn and grow here. At ABC 123 i work on developing each and every child. The program is for ages 18 months-5 years old. An 18 month old does all the same activities that a 5 year old would do. I provide a...

MONTESSORI LEARNING ACADEMY

380 Mulberry Dr, SAN MARCOS, CA


INTELLICHILDREN MONTESSORI INSTITUTE

212 WEST SAN MARCOS BOULEVARD, SAN MARCOS, CA


5.0

(2)

Welcome to Rosiney's Family Day Care. We are pleased to have an opportunity to share in the children and beneficial to the entire family. This family day care is founded on the philosophy that the home and the family provide the best model for the children. On the basis of this philosophy this day...
5.0
"Rosiney's Day Care is a great environment for your child. The day care is full of space, clean and Rosiney is great with the kids! Rosiney day care is not only a daycare, but a place where your child can go every day to learn and have fun, children can grow and...

Rita P.


Mali's Home Child Care

Mali's Home Child Care

17892 Creciente Way, San Diego, CA

5.0

(56)

Mali's Home Day Care is LICENSED and FULL-TIME (open 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Mon-Thurs, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM on Fridays) . I also accept children with the CDA, Navy/Childcareaware, and YMCA programs. About me: -I have 11 years of experience being a family home daycare owner. Within just general...
5.0
"We were very protective of our daughter (first child) and nervous about taking her to daycare for the first time. We were very relieved with how loving Mali and her caretakers were with our daughter. Our daughter was there for over 2 years and she grew up with them...

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SYMPHONY FAMILY CHILD CARE

SYMPHONY FAMILY CHILD CARE

1156 Symphony Place, ESCONDIDO, CA

5.0

(8)

We provide a full-service experience at a great deal for your child caring needs. We respect multi-diverse backgrounds and cultures and take extra precautionary measures to follow all CDC and Department of Social Services Guidelines regarding COVID 19, in order to keep the children in our home safe...
5.0
"Our son started at Elly's when he was about 1.5 years old. We were initially nervous because he had a tough time adjusting to his previous daycare, where he couldn’t stop crying. Elly’s turned out to be the perfect fit, and he absolutely loved it! Elly and her...

Care member


Fara's Day Care / Preschool

Fara's Day Care / Preschool

6750 Caurina Ct, Carlsbad, CA

4.2

(5)

My name is Fara, and I am mature, responsible, reliable, honest, and hardworking. Most importantly, I love children and enjoy caring for them, nurturing them, and watching them grow to become their own person. Many of the parents had their children stay at my daycare until they went off to Pre-K!...
3.0
"We didn't stay long with Fara since we quickly realized there were major personality conflicts. She seemed very nice, nurturing and well qualified during the interview, but by the 2nd day her demeanor completely changed after a tough day with our child. Without...

Joyce J.


Little Smiles Daycare

Little Smiles Daycare

2072 Cheryl Lane, Vista, CA

5.0

(2)

Licensed Family Home Daycare is now accepting applications. Children from 6 weeks to 10 years of age. Nutrition Program, Military Subsidy, YMCA and CDA welcome! Flexible hours and affordable. CPR certified and Preventative Health certified. Location is freeway accessible. Providing an...
5.0
"We have been with Miss Amy at Little Smiles Daycare for about 3 months now and it was the best decision we could have made! Our little girl is so happy and engaged all day. Plus I know she is safe and well cared for when not at home."

Sharaya B.


Debbie's Daycare

Debbie's Daycare

2095 Linda Lane, Carlsbad, CA

5.0

(1)

At Debbie's Daycare, we provide a nurturing and safe environment where children can learn, play, and grow. Our cozy, inviting space is designed to make your little one feel comfortable and cared for. We offer a well-rounded curriculum that includes age-appropriate educational activities, creative...
5.0
"Ms Debbie has a lot experience, take care of the kids with love, teach them a lot of stuff, they do activities every day, change diapers each 2 hours, well I am just loving the way she and her helper Katlyn are taking care of my kid and the way she runs the day...

Patricia S.


Stars Montessori Academy

Stars Montessori Academy

1680 South Melrose Drive, Vista, CA

5.0

(5)

North County's prestigious Montessori Academy in Vista, CA, accepts Toddlers through 6 years old for half-day, full-day and extended-day schedules. Each of our classrooms are filled with natural light, beautiful materials and child-sized furniture. Our playground includes bike trails and a large...
5.0
""Thank you for the care that you and the infant room team provide my Ila! They are so friendly, nice and comforting. I visited many daycare and preschool facilities before choosing Stars, and the quality of other places paled in comparison to your wonderful...

Liz D


Kids Castle

Kids Castle

6783 Follette Street, Carlsbad, CA

5.0

(5)

Kids Castle is a licensed family home daycare for children, aged 6 weeks old and up. Our school combines academic learning with structured play in a fun, safe and nurturing environment. It has been an absolute joy to have been working in this field for more than 20 years. In my years working as a...
5.0
"Can you give 10 stars instead of 5? I can't write enough good things about Kids Castle. We found out about them on Tootris and signed up for a tour. Pictures on yelp can't show you how adorable her set up is for kids of different ages. Sayena makes our child...

Larisa H


Little Ones Daycare

Little Ones Daycare

6910 Peach Tree Rd, Carlsbad, CA

5.0

(5)

Hello my name is Lilia! Here at Little Ones Daycare we offer childcare for infants as young as three months old, and for toddlers until they are ready for pre-school. I have worked with kids for the past 15 years, and have 10 years of daycare experience alone. I worked as an assistant at a daycare...
5.0
"Our son had a very hard time adapting at a Preschool and we were referred to this place from the previous Daycare he went before covid times. Lilia, the provider, has worked there for 7 years before. She is so loving and caring with the kids. She sits and plays...

Livia B.


Honey Bubble's Home Daycare

Honey Bubble's Home Daycare

1953 Brooks Glen, Escondido, CA

5.0

(1)

#FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME Honey Bubble's Day Care - where fun meets learning with a loving and safe environment! I am a state licensed child care provider and I have openings to care for children in my home. I am fully certified and current in Infant/Child CPR, First Aid, Universal Precaution,...
5.0
"Let me start off my saying Mrs. Tina and her staff are awesome. Such a blessing to have them in my daughter's lives. My daughters have been with Mrs. Tina since they were both 6 months. Now my oldest is turning 5 and my youngest is turning 2. They are kind,...

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Bluebell Daycare

Bluebell Daycare

2315 Sunset Dr., Escondido, CA

5.0

(4)

Hello, my name is Miss Rita. I have been a licensed childcare provider since 2012. I offer childcare for children, 3 months to school age. I have a very unique home daycare with our own detached childcare room & bathroom just for the kids! In addition, I have a very big back & front yard for us to...
5.0
"I know how hard it is to find someone you trust to leave your young one with and I am so glad I found Rita at Bluebell Daycare. She took care of my son from the age of 3 until he started preschool and then again when he started kindergarten she provided after...

Catalina P


Dragonfly Daycare

Dragonfly Daycare

15870 Camino San Bernado, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

Dragonfly Daycare is LICENSED (License #376101679) and FULL-TIME (open 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Mon-Friday) About me: - I have over 5 years of experience working at a different daycare full-time. - I graduated college in 2008 in Tehran, Iran where I studied nursing as well as art. I incorporate...
5.0
"Sanaz has been working with me for almost 6 years at my daycare, and has officially opened her own daycare She is incredibly hard-working, and was always the one to help write the daily lesson plans for the children. She did so many beautiful and educational...

Maliha E


Building Kidz of Vista at Taylor Street

Building Kidz of Vista at Taylor Street

777 Taylor Street, VISTA, CA

5.0

(1)

Set in a calm and relaxing environment, our school offers children lots of space to be active. We develop the “whole child.” Our comprehensive arts-integrated educational program focuses on six key areas of development: emotional, social, cognitive, physical, communication, and academic. We provide...
5.0
"The new playground is AWESOME. Staff is very warm and passionate about quality care. They have a school lizard too (in a tank). Love the Vista vibes. "

Care member


Tiny Violets Family Daycare

Tiny Violets Family Daycare

Lone Quail Rd, San Diego, CA

4.8

(25)

Tiny Violets Family Child Care has been serving children and families in the San Diego community since 2011. We are a full-service Family Home day care with children ages 6 months to 10 years old. Our aim is to provide children with the necessary care and education to be successful learners and...
5.0
"We absolutely love Tiny Violets Family Daycare and the nurturing, encouraging atmosphere that Ms. K. and Ms. B. provide. Our son attended for two years, and five years later, when we had our daughter, we didn't have to think twice about where to send her. Our...

Care member


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

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Daycares in San Marcos, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed daycares.