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Recent family child care reviews in La Mesa, CA

Bosforo Diana Family Child Care

5.0

Diana is as close as you can get to dropping off your child at grandma's house--she truly cares about the kids, and has a genuine bond. We started taking our son to Diana when he was 4 months old and he is now over a year old, he loves going to see Diana. The house is clean, the baby is fed and we...

- Julia V.

Healthy Toddlers Care

5.0

Our 2 1/2 year old has been at Healthy Toddlers Care for a few months and absolutely loves it. They do such a great job with their programming, including lots of crafts, play, along with yoga, and feeding pets (bunnies, turtles, chickens, etc). All of their teachers are so nice and engaged, and they...

- Kara B.

Happy Hilltop Childcare

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 includes: -A warm and secure...

- Kim S

Montessori Home Daycare / FAMILY CHILD CARE

5.0

Cece has been incredible. We have had bad experiences with other in home day care providers so it made us weary to use another one. But she has earned our trust and our 3 year old autistic son absolutely loves it there. Highly recommend!

- Care member

Desi's Child Care

5.0

Desi's childcare was the most amazing place for my two boys. When I moved to San Diego, my husband was a stay at home dad but was accepted into the nursing program back home so we had to find someone to care for our boys. I was terrified and called almost every elementary school around to find out...

- Kristie L.

Family child care in La Mesa, CA

Bosforo Diana Family Child Care

Bosforo Diana Family Child Care

1003 Bush Street B, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

Hello, my name is Diana Bosforo and I have been an excellent daycare provider for the past 30 years. I have owned my state license for many years, I am CPR certified, and I am also a member of the YMCA child facility. I love kids and treat all the babies I take care of as if they were my own grand...
5.0
"Diana is as close as you can get to dropping off your child at grandma's house--she truly cares about the kids, and has a genuine bond. We started taking our son to Diana when he was 4 months old and he is now over a year old, he loves going to see Diana. The house...

Julia V.


Healthy Toddlers Care

Healthy Toddlers Care

4026 Olympic Street, San Diego, CA

5.0

(2)

ENROLL TODAY - CONTACT US TO SCHEDULE A TOUR! Full-Time space available for children who are two years old & up. What sets us about from the rest? Spacious outdoor learning environment Separate nap room (Personal crib or toddler bed.) Multicultural Curriculum with Yoga and Gardening...
5.0
"Our 2 1/2 year old has been at Healthy Toddlers Care for a few months and absolutely loves it. They do such a great job with their programming, including lots of crafts, play, along with yoga, and feeding pets (bunnies, turtles, chickens, etc). All of their...

Kara B.


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


Montessori Home Daycare /  FAMILY CHILD CARE

Montessori Home Daycare / FAMILY CHILD CARE

1337 Indian Creek Place, CHULA VISTA, CA

5.0

(4)

Commit to Your Child’s Future At our Montessori Home Daycare ( Bilingual & Curriculem Base) , we wholeheartedly believe in the power of early childhood education. Our mission is to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment where your child can grow, learn, and thrive. With a strong focus on...
5.0
"My daughter learned so much and had the best experience there. I don’t think she would be as well-rounded as she is, if she did not attend montessori home daycare. Highly recommend this place."

Care member


Desi's Child Care

Desi's Child Care

4093 Rueda Drive, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

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...
5.0
"Desi's childcare was the most amazing place for my two boys. When I moved to San Diego, my husband was a stay at home dad but was accepted into the nursing program back home so we had to find someone to care for our boys. I was terrified and called almost every...

Kristie L.


Tiny Blessings Child Care

Tiny Blessings Child Care

6707 Parkside Ave., San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

Welcome to Tiny Blessings Child Care! My goal is to provide parents with quality and trustworthy care. When children are in my care, I treat them as if they're a part of my family. I do my best to help children have fun and feel comfortable, safe and cared for while providing for their physical,...
5.0
"I Love this Day Care they are so friendly my 2 year old daughter has learned so much and has a lot of fun, I am so glad I can go to work and know that she is being well cared for in a safe and loving Child Care."

Nancy C.


Fran's Day Care

Fran's Day Care

3485 Reynard Way Unit C, San Diego, CA

5.0

(15)

Hi Parents, My name is Francesca Sanfilippo (formerly Sciuto) and I have been running a licensed and insured, in-home daycare in my lovely home in the Mission Hills area for over 32 years. I am and remain current with my CPR and First Aid certifications. I consider myself to be a loving, nurturing,...
5.0
"Like all the other moms here, I love Fran and strongly encourage you to consider her for your infant's care. I have known Fran for nearly 10 years!! Before I had children I knew she ran a daycare, and I was always impressed by her kind and caring demeanor. Fran...

Hui X.


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


Shooting Stars Daycare

Shooting Stars Daycare

7831 Golfcrest Dr., San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

Shooting Stars Daycare proudly adheres to the highest standards of education and caregiving. This is a licensed home daycare business located in San Carlos, near Mission Trails National Park. My life has been dedicated to caregiving, specializing in infants and toddlers. I've made a career working...
5.0
"Nikki and Shooting Stars is one of the best things that ever happened for our family! Our son attended from 4 months - 2y2m old, and we couldn't be more grateful for the time he spent there. Nikki and SSD became an extension of our family. Our son thrived at SSD....

Care member


Dino Daycare and Prescool

Dino Daycare and Prescool

6 Highland Ave, National City, CA

5.0

(1)

Dino Daycare and Preschool is dedicated to fostering children s personal growth and prepare them for school years and beyond. Dino Daycare and Preschool staff will strive to provide the Highest Quality Childcare and Educational Service that promotes and enhances each child s development; while...
5.0
"My child has attended Dino daycare for a year, and we love it. The staff is polite and professional. The facility is well maintained and clean. Communication between parents and staff is excellent as well. Teachers provide weekly updates(upon request) on your...

Zitlally 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...

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.


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 cared for both of our daughters when they were infants. She was an extremely caring and responsible provider. Her home was also very clean and organized. It was the perfect environment to have the children. Our kids had their own room with a pack and play to...

Radha C.


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


Happy Hearts Daycare

Happy Hearts Daycare

2089 Waterbury Circle, Chula Vista, CA

5.0

(4)

Thank you for your interest in my family daycare. We are a home daycare provider conveniently located in beautiful Eastlake Chula Vista, Right off the 125 Fwy, next to the Lake. I started my daycare because I have children of my own and I'm happy when caring for children. Here are just a few quick...
5.0
"My little girl has been with her since she was 7 mon. When I visited this daycare, my girl was already started to play. I thought this place would be nice and fun for her. My decision was right. She was adjusted to this place in a few days and now she walk into the...

Yuko


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


St Paul's Senior Services

St Paul's Senior Services

328 Maple St, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

With extended hours from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., St. Paul's Child Care program offers a loving, family oriented environment for children to learn. Offering care for infants as young as two-months to children five years of age, we provide a positive atmosphere promoting the intellectual, social and...
5.0
"I love St. Paul's!!!!! My Daughter has learned so much from the 2 1/2 years she has attended this Daycare. They have curriculm plans and teach so much! My daughter knows her abc's, numbers, colors shapes and so much more and she is only 2! They also help so much...

Rachel M.


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
"We came to Joyce after a bad experience (constant crying,etc) with a previous provider. On my daughters first day I was so nervous but after I picked her up I was reassured she was at the right spot. Joyce is AMAZING. She communicates, supports, and loves my kids...

Care member


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


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
"My daughter has been here from 18 months old. She'll be three this month. She just loves it and we love all of the wonderful things she has learned. She speaks so politely, cleans up after her self, plays great with other kids and knows so many wonderful things...

Maggi N


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