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Alvarez Family Daycare

Alvarez Family Daycare

116 Wintercreek Pl, Santee, CA

Open Monday thru Friday 7:00am- 5:00pm I am licensed and First Aid/CPR certified. I accept children from 6 weeks old to 4 years old Children will be fed, changed and napped. I help with potty training. We read, learn colors, shapes and numbers. I have a good size backyard and a park across the...

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...

Miss Jen's Daycare

Miss Jen's Daycare

Mast Boulevard, Santee, CA

Welcome! My name is Jen and I am the owner of Miss Jen's Licensed Childcare business located in my Santee home. I am a native San Diegan and have been a Santee resident for over 10 years. I have two children of my own- one is in high school and one in elementary school. While my license allows me to...

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...

Happy Seeds

Happy Seeds

7960 Civita Blvd, San Diego, CA

Happy Seeds is an outdoor nature program for toddlers, preschoolers, and prekindergarteners. Each day we meet at Civita Park for a half day of exploration and fun. Founded by a nature enthusiast and experienced elementary school teacher, this program aims to use nature as a tool for children to...

Alas De Colores Holistic Childcare

Alas De Colores Holistic Childcare

7957 Hummingbird Lane. Apt A, San Diego, CA

Alas de Colores, which means Colorful Wings, is a Spanish Immersion Holistic Childcare program that lets the kids paint the colors of their wings, we treat every kid with respect, promote creativity and love them for what they are: a unique expression of love! We are open M-F from 8 am to 5:30...

Love & Care Family Child Care

Love & Care Family Child Care

1168 Evilo Street, El Cajon, CA

I am a wonderful family child care. I invite you and your family to come check us out if you are looking for child care. I offer math, science, music and movement, arts and crafts, language & literature and much more. I am accepting all ages and all programs. The staff at Love & Care look forward...

The Little Reggio Bilingual Preschool/ Daycare

The Little Reggio Bilingual Preschool/ Daycare

964 Caminito Estrella, Chula Vista, CA

The Little Reggio Preschool/Daycare is offering afternoon bilingual preschool, after school care and full-time childcare during school breaks.

Our Montessori is a three year program for children ages 2 to 6. Dedicated to nurturing the child's inherent curiosity by enabling them to explore and discover. Children learn through touch, movement and observation. Academics are introduced through Dr. Montessori's didactic materials, which lay the...

Building Blocks Home & Playcare

Building Blocks Home & Playcare

110 Via Sovana, Santee, CA

I am a mother of 2 girls, ages 4 and 1. I offer child care for ages 6 weeks-12 years in my home. I am state licensed and participate in the Child Nutrition Program of Southern California. My goal is to provide a loving and nurturing home environment that promotes learning. Children learn through...

Think Play Learn Preschool

Think Play Learn Preschool

1956 Meeks Bay Dr., Chula Vista, CA

My daycare offers part time and full time services for ages 12 months to 24 months. We also offer preschool curriculum for ages two to five. Our goal is to provide children a safe, loving, and fun environment where they will be able explore, play, socialize, and make friendships as well as be...

Blanchard Preschool Prep And Child Care

Blanchard Preschool Prep And Child Care

2320 Euclid Ave., National City, CA

We are an experienced, state-licensed, in-home daycare run by a homeschooling wife-husband team - Jessica and Mike. We provide quality infant care, childcare, and preschool preparation for children ages 3 months to 8 years. Although licensed to serve up to 8, we accept a maximum of 6 kids at any...

C's Daycare & Early Education

C's Daycare & Early Education

2879 Morning Creek Rd., Chula Vista, CA

Hello everyone welcome to C's Daycare & Early Education! We have been open for 12 years now caring for children aged 1 month to 6 years of age . C's Daycare encourages positive childhood development by providing opportunities for your child to meet new friends, try out new activities...

Happy Days Home Daycare

Happy Days Home Daycare

1407 Emerald Avenue, El Cajon, CA

I am a married mother with two kids. I have been a daycare provider since 1997 and I started my own home daycare in 2002. That's 21+ years of experience with children, not including my own kids! It is my goal to offer your family the quality childcare experience you deserve. I will do my best to...

Desi's Child Care

Desi's Child Care

4093 Rueda Drive, San Diego, CA

WE ENROLL CHILDREN 1-5 YEARS OF AGE! Join us for preschool activities, fun and wonderful friendships! We focus on: -Teaching about kindness, manners and having a positive attitude -Instilling and extending language and vocabulary -Developing fine and gross motor skills -Encouraging positive social...

Sandy's Daycare

Sandy's Daycare

1382 Misty Ridge Place, Chula Vista, CA

Hello Parents, My name is Sandra and I am a licensed childcare provider. I have been caring for children for 9 years. I enjoy working with children where I offer top quality childcare with lots of love and individual care while helping develop the basic skills and getting them ready for Pre-K and...

Brenda Jozsa Family Day Care

Brenda Jozsa Family Day Care

10148 E GLENDON CIR, Santee, CA

Hi, my name is Brenda and I have a small in-home family daycare called Second Home Daycare. I have openings for ages newborn to school age Monday to Friday 7am to 5pm. I strive to provide a loving, caring, fun & educational experience for your children where everyday they will PLAY LEARN AND GROW...

Mirna & Juliet

Mirna & Juliet

1065 E. Lexington Ave Apt 14, El Cajon, CA

We are small licensed childcare provider with great references. We provide care for children from the age of 1 year to 12 years old. We offer preschool curriculum and get them ready for kindergarten. We offer our children a loving and nourishing family environment, all meals and snacks, learning...

Be My Friend Daycare

Be My Friend Daycare

1112 San Bernardino Ave, Spring Valley, CA


Cute Kids Day Care

Cute Kids Day Care

905 Caminito Estrella, Chula Vista, CA

Cute Kids Day Care is a licensed home provider that offers a safe and loving environment for your child to grow, learn and socialize. Betsy and Thitiya are full time dedicated loving mothers that provide the highest quality care in a home away from home. Thats not one but two loving mothers will...

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