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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Poway, CA

Tiny Violets Family Daycare

5.0

Our 3 daughters went to Ms Kalai’s day care -tiny violets. Ms Kalai definitely knows how to connect with children. This was their first day care and they were quite upset to stay away from home for the first time . As a parent I was too cautious .But Ms Kalai and her staff eased them into the new...

- Care member

All About Kids Preschool

5.0

Amazing staff!! My daughter has been going here since she was 3 and will be going back during summer!!!

- Tiffany S.

Porter Child Care

5.0

Brooklyn has been watching our son since he we moved to the area over six years ago. She has seen our family grow and supported us through major life events as well! Now our daughter who was born last year is cared for by Brooklynn and we would not allow anyone else but her watch our child....

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Debbie S.

5.0

Debbie is great about accommodating changes in our schedule and checking in about and honoring any preferences we had about our daughter's care...food, naps, activities, etc. Her love for the kids in her care is obvious and genuine. I recommend her without any hesitation!

- Samantha T.

Drop-in child care in Poway, CA

Chai Preschool & Infant Center

Chai Preschool & Infant Center

16934 CHABAD WAY, POWAY, CA

Starting at $1340/mo

The programs of Chai Preschool & Infant Center arise from a common desire for excellence in meeting the needs of children and their families. Our philosophy is one of nurturing growth and development, relationships and understanding – all in the goal of establishing a love for learning, and a...

Poway Trail Company

Poway Trail Company

14875 Mina De Oro Rd, Poway, CA

PTC After School intends to provide a safe, educational, physically challenging and socially emotional experience for school aged children Kindergarten through High School. By providing a variety of Ranch/Equestrian activities, our program offers enriched, relaxing, fun-oriented experience. We...

Incarnation Lutheran Preschool

Incarnation Lutheran Preschool

16889 Espola Rd, Poway, CA

We are a small hidden gem of Poway Ratios to improve quality of care not maximize earnings with well experienced, nurturing teachers who love and care about all children in their care. We offer Infant care from 3 months as well as preschool age, all staff is CPR and First Aid certified. Our full day...

Small Family Child Care Home now open for business. I have one (1) infant slot open for immediate care. I have cared for children for over 10 years and have two school aged children myself. I am a military wife and have always enjoyed being with and working with children. My child care home will be...

Hopscotch San Diego

13325 Civic Center Drive, Poway, CA

Children (ages 3-5) socialize, play, and learn with their peers in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Each month offers a unique theme and incorporates art, music, movement, science, language arts, pre-math, and pre-reading.

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
"When it's time and the necessity to locate a daycare need for my daughter A., through online portal, we located Tiny violets daycare and scheduled an appointment for intake. As a family we visited Ms.K.'s daycare and first interaction with her, first...

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Pooh's Pals

Pooh's Pals

15362 Paseo Ajanta, San Diego, CA

Pooh's Pals Home Childcare has openings for all ages. I offer Full Time, Part Time and Drop-In. I am open Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 5:45 p.m. offering a one adult to 4 child ratio. I promise if you hire me your child will be very well cared for, happy and safe. Please call or email me if you would...

Candlelight Daycare

Candlelight Daycare

1626 Candlelight Gln, ESCONDIDO, CA

Starting at $2000/mo

Hello, My name is Nasim. I have been providing a nurturing, fun, and safe environment for children to socialize, learn, and grow since 2016. At Candlelight Daycare we provide: • Theme based programs • Expert educators • Daily HOMEMADE food • Indoor & outdoor playground & toys • Activities...

Feliciano Family Childcare

Feliciano Family Childcare

7418 Canyon Breeze Rd, San Diego, CA

Daycare provider since 2002. Loving and caring home daycare. We provide stimulating environment and emotional support. We do pre-school activities as soon as they reach 2years old and above. We interact with babies and all the children under our care. We provide breakfast,lunch and snacks. Come and...

Kid Ventures Preschool Academy

Kid Ventures Preschool Academy

10760 Thornmint Road, San Diego, CA

At Kid Ventures Preschool Academy, we want your little one to develop a life-long love for learning and education. Kid Ventures Preschool Academy is a new and innovative way to do preschool centered around a customized learning experience for your child. Our preschoolers receive the benefits of...

Mortazavi Samar family homedaycare

Mortazavi Samar family homedaycare

6730 Solterra Vista Pkwy, SAN DIEGO, CA

Starting at $1900/mo

• Philosophy of my Childcare is for children to learn: - How to live in a peaceable environment. SOLVING). - How to resolve conflict peacefully (PROBLEM - How to appreciate diversity. - How their ideas are unique. - How to feel safe and confident _ promote their creative mind Learning how...

Tonya's Day Care

Tonya's Day Care

9130 Shadow Hill Rd., Santee, CA

Tonya's Day Care is a licensed In-Home Child Care center approved and inspected by the state of California. I have been in business for about 18 years, so I have plenty of experience with all ages and many different children. Currently, I also have two employees who have received background checks...

All About Kids Preschool

12464 Woodside Ave, Lakeside, CA

5.0

(1)

Our program offers full time, part time and drop in care. All About Kids staff is caring and dedicated, with years of service to the community! Center staff CPR and First Aid Certified, with comprehensive background completed prior to employment. We offer a comprehensive infant & toddler program...
5.0
"Amazing staff!! My daughter has been going here since she was 3 and will be going back during summer!!!"

Tiffany S.


Ages and Stages Daycare

Ages and Stages Daycare

10636 Strathmore Dr., Santee, CA

My commitment to the children is to provide them with the tools they need to be successful in all aspects of their lives. I believe children need a safe, loving, well-rounded environment that nurtures their whole being. In maintaining a small childcare environment, I am able to give individual...

Let it Shine Childcare & Preschool

10161 Carreta Drive, Santee, CA

Welcome to Let it Shine Childcare and Preschool. A place where your child will grow and develop in a loving, respectful and structured home environment. Your child will have the opportunity to shine to their full potential. We will encourage your child to learn and develop at their own level,...

Amazing Stars Childrens place

12948 Va Caballo Rojo, San Diego, CA

We're a daughter and mother childcare/preschool. Tiffanie is a master preschool teacher and I'm a mother of 4 with 32 years of experience with children. Our home is a great safe and lovely place,where your child will learn so many new things. We have a daily schedule where your child will learn to...

MoMs 4 ToTs

2175 Johnston Road, Escondido, CA

MoMs 4 ToTs full service In Home Day Care with flexible hours. Offering two shifts for day and night care. Day Care (7:00 am to 6:30 pm, currently accepting 2 children) and Night Care (8:30 pm until 5 am, only accepting a maximum of 1 children). Please call for more details. MoMs 4 ToTs offers...

POWELL'S DAY CARE

405 SAN PLACIDO CT, Escondido, CA

POWELL'S DAYCARE/PRESCHOOL A LOVING, CARING, EDUCATIONAL AND FUN ENVIRONMENT FOR YOUR CHILD. STATE LICENSED FOR 30 YEARS, STATE NUTRITION PROGRAM, CPR AND FIRST AID CERTIFIED. I AM DEDICATED TO PROMOTING THE DEVELOPMENT AND GROWTH OF THE WHOLE CHILD AND HAVE THE CAPACITY TO LOVE AND CARE FOR ALL...

Porter Child Care

Porter Child Care

PO Box 161253, Boiling Springs, SC

5.0

(17)

Hey! My name is Brooklynn Godwin. I am the owner and caregiver for Porter Child Care. I have over ten years experience in childcare. I have just recently graduated college and I am a part of the Air Force National Guard. I make my schedule as flexible as I can, by offering pick-ups, drop-offs, date...
5.0
"Brooklyn is amazing! I was so worried about having to go back to work after having my son but Brooklyn has taken the best care of him! She is a blessing, and she is so understanding if we have last minute schedule changes. Over the past 6 months our son has never...

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Debbie S.

Debbie S.

1 Clarendon Hills Road, Clarendon Hills, IL

4.9

(9)

*All day care *Before school/after school- will drop off or pick up *Date nights/over nights *CONVENIENT 24 HOURS 7 DAYS A WEEK* My goal is to have small groups of children and take care of them as my own. I would love to have long term families and build relationships with them and the children. I...
5.0
"Debbie is great about accommodating changes in our schedule and checking in about and honoring any preferences we had about our daughter's care...food, naps, activities, etc. Her love for the kids in her care is obvious and genuine. I recommend her without any...

Samantha T.


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