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Recent family child care reviews in Cardiff by the Sea, CA

Home Away From Home Childcare Community

5.0

My son has been attending since he was just 6 months old, and I couldn't be happier with the care he receives. From the moment we walked in, it felt like an extension of our own family. Vana and Kevin create a warm, nurturing environment where every child feels loved and valued. The attention to...

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Teddy Bear Day Care

5.0

I cannot recommend Soni enough as a daycare provider. My two boys have been in her care since they were just 3 months old, and we have been blown away by the level of care and attention she provides. From the moment we walked into her home, we were impressed by how clean and organized everything...

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Child Care

5.0

My daughter has been going here for one year since she was 21 months. She loves Miss Elham and daycare. Elham is so loving and kind and has been wonderful to my daughter. She always creates something fun for them to have fun and play. Lots of activity during the day... My daughter felt like at home...

- Neda

Just For Kids Family Child Care

5.0

We have had our son (2.5) here for several months and he has just blossomed. They are doing a fantastic job of taking care of, educating and enriching him every day!

- Karen L.

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...

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Family child care in Cardiff by the Sea, CA

Home Away From Home Childcare Community

Home Away From Home Childcare Community

957 Woodlake Dr, Cardiff by the Sea, CA

4.9

(73)

Hello parents, Are you looking for a cozy home with a good environment to leave your child when you have to work. I am here to help you! I have been taking care of children over 20 years. I decided to open a daycare so I could stay home and take care of my cutie one. Now he is almost 9. I offer...
5.0
"My daughter has been cared for by Vana and Kevin since she was 3-1/2 months old. Transitioning back to work after maternity leave (and leaving my precious, sweet infant) was very daunting and my husband and I were nervous for the first drop-off. However, Vana...

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The Learning Tree Preschool

The Learning Tree Preschool

240 Birmingham Drive, CARDIFF BY THE SEA, CA

The Learning Tree Preschools, Inc. established in 2009 has been providing top-quality preschool care to families in San Diego. We focus on a combination of play based education and academic curriculum, allowing every child to develop to their full potential by creating a fun and nurturing...

Girassol Daycae

Girassol Daycae

550 Faith Ave, Cardiff by the Sea, CA

Welcome to the premier coastal childcare provider "Girassol Daycare" in Cardiff by the Sea/Encinitas/Del Mar/Carlsbad area. We are open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. We are here to assist busy moms and dads! Girassol is a Licensed Home Daycare with limited openings available! Ages 0 years and up...

Teddy Bear Day Care

Teddy Bear Day Care

15271 Amalia St., San Diego, CA

5.0

(10)

Teddy Bear is a large, licensed, quality, and child care in a comfortable home setting. I am looking for some new friends from 4 months to 4 years of age to come and be part of Teddy Bear Day Care family!! I offer the following: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Breakfast & Lunch...
5.0
"I cannot recommend Soni enough as a daycare provider. My two boys have been in her care since they were just 3 months old, and we have been blown away by the level of care and attention she provides. From the moment we walked into her home, we were impressed by how...

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Child Care

Child Care

14504 Penasquitos Dr, San Diego, CA

5.0

(2)

My name is Elham and I have a Large Family Child Care, Licensed by the State of California. I have earned my bachelor's degree in Sociology and my associate's degree in child development. I have dedicated over 23 years to the education and growth of young children through experience as a Preschool...
5.0
"We love Elham's Home Child Care. Now that our son is in preschool, we still pop over for visits as he still talks fondly of her. She provides loving care in a safe environment and also offers plenty of educational, age-appropriate learning opportunities."

Beth B


Just For Kids Family Child Care

Just For Kids Family Child Care

1302 Country Club Drive, Escondido, CA

5.0

(1)

Just For Kids Family Day care is a place where children of all ages can explore, experience the wonder of nature and grow in a fun and safe environment. Through, art, science and music and physical activities the children learn how to explore their world. Each child participates according to...
5.0
"We have had our son (2.5) here for several months and he has just blossomed. They are doing a fantastic job of taking care of, educating and enriching him every day!"

Karen L.


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...

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Kids Castle

Kids Castle

6783 Follette Street, Carlsbad, CA

5.0

(5)

Kids Castle is a licensed family home daycare for children, aged 6 weeks old and up. Our school combines academic learning with structured play in a fun, safe and nurturing environment. It has been an absolute joy to have been working in this field for more than 20 years. In my years working as a...
5.0
"Can you give 10 stars instead of 5? I can't write enough good things about Kids Castle. We found out about them on Tootris and signed up for a tour. Pictures on yelp can't show you how adorable her set up is for kids of different ages. Sayena makes our child...

Larisa H


Mali's Home Child Care

Mali's Home Child Care

17892 Creciente Way, San Diego, CA

5.0

(56)

Mali's Home Day Care is LICENSED and FULL-TIME (open 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Mon-Thurs, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM on Fridays) . I also accept children with the CDA, Navy/Childcareaware, and YMCA programs. About me: -I have 11 years of experience being a family home daycare owner. Within just general...
5.0
"Our son went to Mali's for three years. He absolutely loved it and we knew he was well taken care of. Our son would run into her house everyday and talk about the fun he had while at daycare. Mali and her assistants were always so sweet and caring!"

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Little Angels Daycare

Little Angels Daycare

2218 13th St, Encinitas, CA

5.0

(19)

Hello Parents, My name is Ellie, l am a proud Mother of a 9 years old boy and offer childcare at my home in Olivenhain. I have over 15 years of experience as a childcare provider. If you are looking for a caring, safe home to leave your little one while you're at work, please contact me, I...
5.0
"We have been going to this daycare for over 2 years & Ellie is the absolute best! Our daughter started when she was 18 months and Ellie made the transition from her being watched by her grandparents to going to a daycare so easy. Our son started at 6 months and we...

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Angelitos Infant Care

Angelitos Infant Care

850 Softwind Rd 6, Vista, CA

5.0

(2)

With more than 10 years of experience in the care of newborns and infants, in Angelitos Infant Care, you can be reassured that your baby will be treated with a lot of love and will be cared for in a warm and safe atmosphere. We are a mom and a daughter team that know how difficult it is to trust...
5.0
"Mrs. Monica is the best ! she is so loving and caring I was so happy to find Angelitos Infant Care with no family around I was so scared to leave my 6 weeks baby to some one I can trust and belive me she was a blessing for above She treated my baby like her own...

Juliana V


Honey Bubble's Home Daycare

Honey Bubble's Home Daycare

1953 Brooks Glen, Escondido, CA

5.0

(1)

FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME Honey Bubble's Home Day Care - where fun meets learning with a loving and safe environment! I am a state licensed Home childcare provider and I have openings to care for children in my home on 2001, I am fully certified and current in Infant/Child CPR, First Aid, Universal...
5.0
"Let me start off my saying Mrs. Tina and her staff are awesome. Such a blessing to have them in my daughter's lives. My daughters have been with Mrs. Tina since they were both 6 months. Now my oldest is turning 5 and my youngest is turning 2. They are kind,...

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Cardiff Family Daycare

Cardiff Family Daycare

1618 Falcon Hill Ct, Cardiff, CA

5.0

(6)

Your child can have fun learning! I focus learning in the following areas: Music, Arts & Crafts, Early Math & Science, Reading, Sensory Play, Role/Puppet Play, Gross & Fine Motor Skills, Social Skills, Good Manners, Cooking. My name is Jodie. My school is within my home, located in...
5.0
"My daughter started at Cardiff Family Daycare in 2018 and my son started in 2020, and it has been such a great experience. Jodie has such a nurturing heart and provides a safe and loving atmosphere for all of her kids. She goes above and beyond to be accommodating...

Lidia K.


Moonlight Daycare Inc.

Moonlight Daycare Inc.

13406 Salmon River Road, San Diego, CA

5.0

(34)

Hello Parents, My name is Mahtab. I am living in Rancho Penasquitos. Moonlight Daycare Inc. is licensed by the State of California. Here is some information about myself. I got my Child Development Teacher and Master Teacher certificates, from Miramar College. I got a Teacher Permit from San...
5.0
"There are not enough words to explain how thankful I am we found Ms. Mattie and Moonlight Daycare. We toured several daycares and never had that “gut feeling” that it was the right fit, until we met Mattie. It was an instant good feeling, a mama’s intuition that...

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Beepbop Daycare

Beepbop Daycare

15057 Cross Stone Dr, San Diego, CA

5.0

(12)

BEEPBOP is a safe, fun, warm and loving childcare home where your child can socialize, grow and learn while playing. We have an appropriate curriculum for toddlers, preschoolers and infants offering a structured program focusing on creativity, discovery, music,books, games and arts. With fun...
5.0
"My kids were at Beepbop daycare for a total of 5 years, Sonia and her girls took care of them as if they were their own. The comfort of having someone look after your kids with such care is priceless. Sonia maintains a very good structure and curriculum where the...

Claudia G.


Azam Daycare

Azam Daycare

5398 Shannon Ridge Ln, San Diego, CA

5.0

(4)

Welcome to AZAM Daycare! Enroll now and let your children be a part of Azam Daycare. Azam Daycare welcomes young learners into a new world full of discoveries, new skills, and opportunities to build friendships with peers. My home daycare is open Monday-Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The rates are...
5.0
"We love Azi. My son started when he was three months. She is so loving and nurturing. She made our entire family feel like her a part of her wonderful family. She has so much fun energy. Her home is safe and clean. We highly recommend her. "

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Baby Steps Home Daycare

Baby Steps Home Daycare

1716 Kinglet Road, San Marcos, CA

5.0

(1)

Baby Steps is a licensed home daycare (also known as in-home daycare or family daycare) that specializes in childcare for children whose age ranges from 18 months old to 4 years old. We aim to provide the best care for your little ones in a pet-free, smoke-free, safe, loving, play-based educational...
5.0
"my fiance and I were just happy that we had Lj to baby sit our eldest son, Jacob couple years ago. Lj is very caring, loving and very passionate with children. She is a natural. Any parents or children will be lucky to have Lj as their baby sitter or child care...

Marie R.


Dragonfly Daycare

Dragonfly Daycare

15870 Camino San Bernado, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

Dragonfly Daycare is LICENSED (License #376101679) and FULL-TIME (open 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Mon-Friday) About me: - I have over 5 years of experience working at a different daycare full-time. - I graduated college in 2008 in Tehran, Iran where I studied nursing as well as art. I incorporate...
5.0
"Sanaz has been working with me for almost 6 years at my daycare, and has officially opened her own daycare She is incredibly hard-working, and was always the one to help write the daily lesson plans for the children. She did so many beautiful and educational...

Maliha E


Mina Home Daycare

Mina Home Daycare

17158 Monterey Ridge Way, San Diego, CA

5.0

(23)

My daycare is LICENSED by the State of California (License #376626594 and OPEN from Monday-Friday (6:00 AM - 6:00 PM). My rate $300 for infants is $250 per week for full-time for 2 years and up-accepted. Hello Everyone! My name is Mina and I have opened up my own family childcare home this year....
5.0
"My son had a amazing time at Mina’s . I would highly recommend it. I loved all the special events she does for kids . "

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Fara's Day Care / Preschool

Fara's Day Care / Preschool

6750 Caurina Ct, Carlsbad, CA

4.2

(5)

My name is Fara, and I am mature, responsible, reliable, honest, and hardworking. Most importantly, I love children and enjoy caring for them, nurturing them, and watching them grow to become their own person. Many of the parents had their children stay at my daycare until they went off to Pre-K!...
5.0
"I am so thankful to have found Fara's school. She is a wonderful, loving and nurturing caregiver. There is nothing more valuable than having someone who loves your child taking care of them when you are away. Her home is warm and inviting. She offers structure,...

Amie A.


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Ratings for Cardiff by the Sea, CA family child care listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Family Child Care in Cardiff by the Sea, CA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 73 reviews of the 60 listed family child care.