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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in La Mesa, CA

Little Birdies Child Care

5.0

Excellent teachers! You will definitely enjoy your experience here not only for your kids, but for you as a parent! They throw the cutest parties and celebrations.

- Elle R.

Leida's Family Child Care

5.0

If I could give a million stars, I would give a million+1! Leida is the best thing that happened to our family. She is beyond attentive, super clean and so kind. I have one child who she cared for from 12 weeks to almost 4 and now another from 14 weeks till present. I never worry about my children...

- Kelly K.

Parra Family

5.0

I'm strongly recommending, she is so patient and kind, with my 9 years old son.........the kids are always busy with activities that she has for all ages..........there is always food prepare home made........

- Olga G

Berthiaume Family Daycare

5.0

Jen, and her family/staff took excellent care of my baby girl full time and my boy after school for years. Our daughter had a lot of allergies and I felt at ease knowing she was getting personal care. We are extremely grateful we found a quality home daycare for our littles. We have years of fond...

- Leslie F

My's Early Head Start + Daycare

5.0

We were so happy to have found My's Daycare when we were looking for childcare for our then 1 year old back in 2012. When we welcomed our second baby to the world she also went to My's_daycare. being with Myra for 3.5 years and 2.5 years I tit breaks my heart to move away and take my kids out of her...

- Gabrielle B.

Drop-in daycares in La Mesa, CA

Little Birdies Child Care

Little Birdies Child Care

88 King St, Chula Vista, CA

5.0

(1)

Little Birdies Childcare and Learning nurtures the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth of your little one through various age appropriate developmental activities. Our hands-on learning style includes sensory, fine and large motor development, circle time, and seat work for older...
5.0
"Excellent teachers! You will definitely enjoy your experience here not only for your kids, but for you as a parent! They throw the cutest parties and celebrations."

Elle R.


Happy Snowman Daycare

Happy Snowman Daycare

1364 So. 50th St., San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

Fully fenced property 360 Online CCTV Close access to Hwy 805 ENROLLING NOW Please call for an appointment Hello, My name is Amelia, and I would like to invite you to be part of our family. We have recently open a new Daycare facility in hour home. I have two children I take care of; one goes to...

Leida's Family Child Care

Leida's Family Child Care

10836 Caravelle Place, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

Hello! I'm a licensed (Lic # 376627833) family child care provider with more than 6 years of child care experience. My business hours are Monday - Friday from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm. I'm bilingual English and Spanish. I provide all meals and snacks. I'm located in the Tierrasanta neighborhood near...
5.0
"If I could give a million stars, I would give a million+1! Leida is the best thing that happened to our family. She is beyond attentive, super clean and so kind. I have one child who she cared for from 12 weeks to almost 4 and now another from 14 weeks till...

Kelly K.


Parra Family

Parra Family

397 Windjammer Circle, Chula Vista, CA

5.0

(1)

Hi, I am an Instructional Assistant for an Elementary School District, and I have 2 little girls of my own. I love kids and I believe they should always be well cared for, and respected in an amorous and professional way. I can also help your kids with homework. I have worked with kids with special...
5.0
"I'm strongly recommending, she is so patient and kind, with my 9 years old son.........the kids are always busy with activities that she has for all ages..........there is always food prepare home made........"

Olga G


Berthiaume Family Daycare

Berthiaume Family Daycare

4770 Orcutt Avenue, San Diego, CA

5.0

(4)

I have a large Licensed Home Daycare. I'm in Allied Gardens & run a great program with the best assistant!!! We love what we do & can't wait to meet you guys! We offer your family a home away from home unique experience! I'm easygoing, and a fun loving kind of gal who's been caring for children for...
5.0
"Jen Jen, is amazing! Her daycare is very well structured with a fun n loving atmosphere for all of her little ones. My daughter is now 11 and has been with the Berthiaume Family Daycare for 10 years now. I started bringing my daughter here when she was 9 months...

Angela S


My's Early Head Start + Daycare

My's Early Head Start + Daycare

2413 Manzana Way, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

Early Headstart Provider Accredited NAFCC Provider. NACCRRA, Childcare Aware of America, and YMCA Certified. USDA Approved Program. Language Spoken: English, Japanese, Tagalog. Specializing in Military Lifestyle. Duty days, weekends, holidays, and after hour care are upon availability, 2...
5.0
"We were so happy to have found My's Daycare when we were looking for childcare for our then 1 year old back in 2012. When we welcomed our second baby to the world she also went to My's_daycare. being with Myra for 3.5 years and 2.5 years I tit breaks my heart to...

Gabrielle B.


Peppergrove Children Center

Peppergrove Children Center

1546 Klauber Ave., San Diego, CA

5.0

(2)

Peppergove Children's Center 1544 Klauber Ave San Diego, Ca 92114 (619 262 5360 Lic. # 370811845 PRESCHOOL PROGRAM with DAY CARE Monday thru Friday 5:30am to 5;00pm CLOSED HOLIDAYS AGES 18 months thru 5 years Meals are included---we serve breakfast, AM snack, lunch and PM snack PROGRAM...
5.0
"After a very bad experience with village kids daycare I found this place. What a blessing, this daycare is owned and run by a retired teacher. My daughter loves it very well organized, very cost effective and safe. At 130 a week that includes meals. The two ladies...

Chris H.


Village Kids Family Child Care

Village Kids Family Child Care

2156 Oriole Street, San Diego, CA

Village Kids Family Child Care has been serving children and families in the San Diego community since 1997. We are a full-service child care facility with children ages 2 months to 10 years old.

Otay Ranch Maria M Daycare

Otay Ranch Maria M Daycare

1497 Oakpoint Ave, Chula Vista, CA

Otay Ranch M Maria Daycare will use our knowledge to offer stimulating, developmental activities when your child is ready for them. They include music, movement and outdoor play. In addition, we will provide practical life and sensory activities, arts and crafts, pre-reading English and Spanish and...

Little Starz Child Care

Little Starz Child Care

8544 Paradise Valley Road, Spring Valley, CA

Hello! My name is Mrs Liz owner & Lead Bilingual early childhood certified teacher. Our facility has been happily serving our community for 25 years. We have a group of 14 preschoolers and/or infants as well. Our students love our Bilingual classroom setting and our huge playground area. We serve...

Enriquez Family Child Care

Enriquez Family Child Care

556 Osage Street, Spring Valley, CA

I have had the pleasure of working with children for over 25 years. Our goal is to welcome children and make them feel at home. We provide a preschool curriculum for ages 3-5 and prepare them for Kindergarten. Our structured schedule allows them to have fun while learning and keeping their...

Kidzncare, Michelle's Daycare

Kidzncare, Michelle's Daycare

9151 Via De Juan, Santee, CA

Hi! My name is Michelle but my daycare kiddos and parents call me "Mimi". I have been providing in-home-daycare for over 18 years; 8 years of which I was a Certified Provider under the Navy's Child & Youth Program. I am fully licensed by the State of CA to run a small daycare, certified in...

FAITH CHAPEL LEARNING ACADEMY

FAITH CHAPEL LEARNING ACADEMY

9400 CAMPO ROAD, SPRING VALLEY, CA

At Faith Chapel Learning Academy, we believe that every child is a precious creation, entrusted with unique talents and a bright future. Our mission is to cultivate a Christ-centered environment where children can joyfully explore, confidently learn, and grow into their full potential.

Dreambig Family Daycare

Dreambig Family Daycare

4115 Olympic St, San Diego, CA

My Name is Makisha Mcneil the Director of Dreambig Family ChildCare, Providing a safe and healthy environment for infants and children. Our school offers Infant and Toddler Care, Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten and School-Age programs. We've been serving families in the community for more than 10years....

Little Busy Ants Family Child Care

Little Busy Ants Family Child Care

1918 Via Las Palmas Unit 20, National City, CA

We are Little Busy Ants Family Child Care, we believe in spiritual, cognitive and social development of boys and girls, involving parents and teachers in their training and growth, through the use of play as a learning tool, and love as the basis of personal and spiritual relationships.

Happy Hilltop Childcare

Happy Hilltop Childcare

9591 Upland Street, Spring Valley, CA

Hello! Are you looking for an environment with multi-aged curriculum, but want a comfortable home environment? Stop here! My name is Katherine and I have been running my home as a Child Development Home for almost 9 years. I have my mother and my mother-in-law who also help me run my program. We...

Ana's Home Day Care

Ana's Home Day Care

48 Pepper Tree, Chula Vista, CA

Hi, my name is Ana and I have an in-home-childcare for 20 years. I have a bilingual program and I enjoy teaching my kids Spanish and teaching them all they need to know for Kindergarten. I do this from my heart and because I love children. I work everyday and do my best to have a caring, loving,...

Isidro,merlyn Family Child Care

Isidro,merlyn Family Child Care

1677 Oconnor Ave, Chula Vista, CA

I love helping family work with their schedule as much as I can I been in child care business For 15 I start on Navy childcare provider small licensed for 14 years, now I have a big Licensed with a 2 assistant, Welcome to MERLYNISIDRO childcare your local childcare provider is Chula Vista, San...

Edith's Garden Child Care

Edith's Garden Child Care

1370 Santa Victoria Rd. Unit 3, Chula Vista, CA

Edith's Garden Child Care is a nurturing, fun, and safe environment for children to socialize, learn, and grow. We are dedicated in fostering an environment filled with age appropriate developmental learning and exploration. Some daily activities include circle time, reading, free-play, and...

Little Learners Family Child Care

Little Learners Family Child Care

2864 GREYLING DRIVE, San Diego, CA

We are licensed family child care, we have 4 openings in my home child care, from Monday thru Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Daily meals, breakfast, snacks, lunch, included. First Aid and CPR certified. Duque Family Child Care. 2864 Greyling Drive San Diego CA 92123. Phone 619.990.3562. TAMBIEN...

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