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Pooh's Pals

5.0

I highly recommended this in home daycare as well as 1 other daycare. This daycare has a great atmosphere very friendly. The children are great! The babies are super cute, and the owner of this program is a very nice sweet lady. She is funny at times, but her and her staff are wonderful people who...

- Donna W.

Candlelight Daycare

5.0

Our toddler has been attending Candlelight Daycare for a year and a half, and our infant just started 4 months ago. Overall we couldn’t be happier with the care both children have received! Nasim truly cares for the children, feeds them great food, and provides them with lots of fun activities. The...

- Care member

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

Feliciano Family Childcare

5.0

My 5 year old son and 2 year old daughter have both been going to Joy since they were 3 months old and I feel incredibly lucky to have found her. Joy has a natural ability to lovingly care for children unlike anyone else I have ever encountered. Her beautifully kept home is clean, inviting, playful,...

- Charley D

Tonya's Day Care

5.0

Tonya's day care is great.She is like a second mom to my daughter.Very clean home.Always does fun activities. and encourages the kids to learn and interact with each other.I personally don't like my child to be plopped in front of the tv all day.At Tonya's she entertains the children ,teaches...

- Angela B

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...

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...

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...

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.

Pooh's Pals

Pooh's Pals

15362 Paseo Ajanta, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

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...
5.0
"I highly recommended this in home daycare as well as 1 other daycare. This daycare has a great atmosphere very friendly. The children are great! The babies are super cute, and the owner of this program is a very nice sweet lady. She is funny at times, but her and...

Donna W.


Candlelight Daycare

Candlelight Daycare

1626 Candlelight Gln, ESCONDIDO, CA

Starting at $2000/mo

5.0

(5)

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...
5.0
"Choosing Nasim as our daycare provider has been one of the best decisions we've made for our family. From day one, Nasim has shown nothing but care, compassion, and professionalism in looking after our child. The environment they have created is warm, engaging, and...

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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
"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...

Care member


Feliciano Family Childcare

Feliciano Family Childcare

7418 Canyon Breeze Rd, San Diego, CA

3.0

(2)

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...
5.0
"My 5 year old son and 2 year old daughter have both been going to Joy since they were 3 months old and I feel incredibly lucky to have found her. Joy has a natural ability to lovingly care for children unlike anyone else I have ever encountered. Her beautifully...

Charley D


Tonya's Day Care

Tonya's Day Care

9130 Shadow Hill Rd., Santee, CA

5.0

(1)

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...
5.0
"Tonya's day care is great.She is like a second mom to my daughter.Very clean home.Always does fun activities. and encourages the kids to learn and interact with each other.I personally don't like my child to be plopped in front of the tv all day.At Tonya's she...

Angela B


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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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