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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Lemon Grove, CA

Nieves Family Daycare

5.0

I am in the Reserves and Joyce volunteered for a drill weekend childcare pilot program and I am so glad she did! My son absolutely loved spending time at Nieves Family Daycare! He only spent a weekend here but I would definitely return for care again. Joyce made us feel comfortable from the start...

- Care member

Otay Ranch Maria M Daycare

5.0

My daughter attended Maria Martha Daycare for two years and she had the time of her life! She learned so much from them and would sometimes cry when it was time to leave because she wanted to stay. I always had peace of mind knowing she was in good hand because the providers sent pictures throughout...

- Asia H.

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.

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

Little Steps Christian Child Care

5.0

I have been taking my daughter to Little Steps Christian Childcare for the past 2 summers (started at age 7) and all school breaks, in between. I LOVE Miss Angie! I am very selective when it comes to leaving my daughter with anyone. SO I searched and read reviews of many daycares before finding...

- Teresa S.

Drop-in daycares in Lemon Grove, CA

Academy Of Play

Academy Of Play

7630 Canton Dr, Lemon Grove, CA

Hello Families, My name is Christina. I have over 8 years of childcare experience. My experience ranges from childcare centers, licensed in-home childcare, and nannying. I have always had a passion for helping and watching children learn and grow. With my experience, child development education,...

Inspired Imaginations is a home day care. We are TB tested (negative), First Aid and CPR certified, and fingerprinted. Our day care is open Monday-Friday from 5:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. If you happen to work the night shift, we are available for night care. If you end up having to work the holidays...

Danielle Cox's Family Child Care

1686 Cameron Dr, Lemon Grove, CA

I am a home daycare located in Lemon Grove, CA. When you child is in my care they become part of the family.

Molloy Family Daycare

1603 69th St., Lemon Grove, CA

I have run a small daycare out of my home since 2004. I am licensed. I run a very tight schedule that is filled with fun through learning. I have excellent references.

Carter's Family Childcare

Mount Vernon Street, Lemon Grove, CA

Carter's Family Childcare offers a wide range of constructive experiences for children ages birth through five, provides a competent and caring staff, and has access to a variety of support services available to parents. Parent participation plays a large role in our programs because we recognize...

Deelight Daycare

1462 El Prado Ave, Lemon Grove, CA

We provide healthy meals and the best tools and building blocks to help your child be their best. We offer: Hatha yoga and meditation Music and dance expression Seeding, planting and harvesting 10 months out of the year Painting, crafts, drawing, and meditation art Homework help for all ages ​

Nieves Family Daycare

Nieves Family Daycare

4921 Dassco Ct., San Diego, CA

5.0

(13)

Hello Families, Thank you for your interest. I am Joyce Nieves, a licensed childcare provider. I have been helping San Diego families for nearly 11 years. I am also a mother of two boys who are growing up way too soon. I have a small home daycare and I tend to keep just five kids, ages 3 months...
5.0
"I am in the Reserves and Joyce volunteered for a drill weekend childcare pilot program and I am so glad she did! My son absolutely loved spending time at Nieves Family Daycare! He only spent a weekend here but I would definitely return for care again. Joyce made us...

Care member


Otay Ranch Maria M Daycare

Otay Ranch Maria M Daycare

1497 Oakpoint Ave, Chula Vista, CA

5.0

(1)

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...
5.0
"My daughter attended Maria Martha Daycare for two years and she had the time of her life! She learned so much from them and would sometimes cry when it was time to leave because she wanted to stay. I always had peace of mind knowing she was in good hand because the...

Asia H.


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.


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, 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...

Leslie F


Little Steps Christian Child Care

Little Steps Christian Child Care

1217 Steiner Dr, Chula Vista, CA

5.0

(1)

Little Steps Christian Child Care provides high quality and loving child care. Our program meets all California State Child care licensing requirements, in addition to providing healthy nutritious meals in accordance with Chicano Federation food program guidelines.Ensuring quality daily experiences...
5.0
"I have been taking my daughter to Little Steps Christian Childcare for the past 2 summers (started at age 7) and all school breaks, in between. I LOVE Miss Angie! I am very selective when it comes to leaving my daughter with anyone. SO I searched and read...

Teresa S.


Sanfilippo Childcare

Sanfilippo Childcare

631 W Redwood St, San Diego, CA

5.0

(4)

Hi, I'm Angela, I'm 56 years old and have been an active child daycare provider for over 30 years. I'm located in the Mission Hills area and have a warm and loving home that has a large outdoor area for child play. I'm currently licensed for eight, but limiting capacity to 4. I specialize in...
5.0
"Angela is the BEST! Finding her has been a huge blessing for our family! She is incredibly warm, loving, patient, caring, knowledgeable... everything we could ask for in a care provider. Her home is immaculate and she has the perfect set up for babies; a great play...

Angela D.


FAITH CHAPEL LEARNING ACADEMY

FAITH CHAPEL LEARNING ACADEMY

9400 CAMPO ROAD, SPRING VALLEY, CA

5.0

(3)

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.
5.0
"We absolutely loved the Academy for our children! Everybody was so nice, it was Christ centered and our kiddos loved it. We have remained friends with so many of the kids we met when our family was enrolled and it’s great to see how they are excelling in their...

Care member


Tender Care Preschool & Child Care

Tender Care Preschool & Child Care

2135 Ridge View Dr., San Diego, CA

5.0

(4)

Our program is Eco-Friendly, so we want to emphasize the importance of children being outdoors so they may learn natural processes and become knowledgeable and appreciative of nature. We do organic gardening. We compost our food scraps in compost bins and through vermi-composting. We do rainwater...
5.0
"There truly aren't enough words to express how special Tender Care was for us. Our daughter started going there at 2.5 years old, and continued until she started kindergarten. I've been a teacher for 20 years, and I can say that Tender Care is hands down one of the...

Monica M


Happy Hilltop Childcare

Happy Hilltop Childcare

9591 Upland Street, Spring Valley, CA

5.0

(1)

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...
5.0
"If you're looking for a first class pre-school for your little one at a reasonable price, look no further! "Kate's Happy Hilltop" has all the bells and whistles! The individual personal love and attention she gives each and every child is priceless. Her program...

Kim 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.


Touching The Hearts Of Children Day Care

Touching The Hearts Of Children Day Care

3832 Mesa Vista Way, Bonita, CA

5.0

(10)

Touching the Hearts of Children Day Care offers quality family home childcare. Our goal is to make a difference in the hearts of children by creating a special place with the atmosphere of a home in which your child will grow and be developed intellectually, emotionally, socially, and physically. We...
5.0
"This review is for any parent that is considering to choose Touching the Hearts of Children Daycare. My daughter has been under the care of Mrs. Susy and Mrs. Larissa since she was 4.5 months old. She is now 3.5 years old. As a new mother I was terrified to let a...

Anna M.


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...

Sweet Peas Family Childcare

Sweet Peas Family Childcare

2272 Annadale Way, Chula Vista, CA

5.0

(1)

Hi my name is Ixchelle. I have been in the Child Development field since 2005 and I currently have my A.A. Degree in Child Development and I just received my B.A Degree in Child Development so that in the future I can run a bigger childcare center so that I can help more families. I also have...
5.0
"Ixchelle is amazing. She truly loves all of her kids, teaches them, and her home daycare setup allows learning through playing but also with some structure. As a first time mom, her home daycare out my mind at ease - she loves my son as much as I do!!"

Michelle P.


Alvarez Family Daycare

Alvarez Family Daycare

116 Wintercreek Pl, Santee, CA

5.0

(3)

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...
5.0
"We love Alvarez Daycare!! Annamarie is so calm and sweet. My daughter started there at 3 months and stopped at 3 years. My son went from 7 weeks to 3 years old and is now in preschool. He just said yesterday that he really misses her because she taught him how to...

Robin


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