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Recent family daycare reviews in San Marcos, CA

Gardening & Exploring With Children

5.0

Respectful and caring daycare provider

- Josefina G.

Baby Steps Home Daycare

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 provider now that she has started to...

- Marie R.

My Learning Tree Daycare

5.0

After our older sons daycare closed we were at a loss as to where we were going to put our younger son. We we're so lucky to find Sarah!! She is so great with communication using an app to update parents on naps taken, organic food eaten, activities done and so much more!! They do sensory...

- Ashly L

Miller Family Daycare

5.0

Miller Family Daycare is an excellent daycare for infant to preschool age children. 2 of my children were enrolled in the program from toddler age to about 4 years old. The staff and owner are great with kids! They are loving and attentive to all the children in their care. They have a...

- Vanessa

Paula B

5.0

I have just moved to San Marcos from Northern California and was looking for part time childcare for my 2 year old son. We love Paula and Sabrina, who create such a loving duo in caring for my son. It is a fun, spacious, and educational place and my son loves going :) Paula is wonderful in...

- Krishna B.

Family daycares in San Marcos, CA

Gardening & Exploring With Children

Gardening & Exploring With Children

566 E. Barham Drive Apt. 156, San Marcos, CA

5.0

(1)

Philosophy: Our Family Home Daycare, Gardening and Exploring with Children, are committed to providing a health and safety environment with children and meeting their own individual needs. We give good quality care and respect each child's individuality. We also provide community resources for...
5.0
"Respectful and caring daycare provider"

Josefina G.


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.


My Learning Tree Daycare

My Learning Tree Daycare

319 Mission Villas Rd., San Marcos, CA

5.0

(2)

Dear families, My name is Sarah, I am the proud owner of an in home family daycare, "My Learning Tree", that is licensed by the state of CA as well as insured. I have all my credentials, CPR certified, clear background check, and I have a medical background. Our hours are 7:30 am- 5:30 pm. All age...
5.0
"After our older sons daycare closed we were at a loss as to where we were going to put our younger son. We we're so lucky to find Sarah!! She is so great with communication using an app to update parents on naps taken, organic food eaten, activities done and so...

Ashly L


I have a large licensed day care now for 10 years. I have 24 ECE units, and am continually taking workshops and classes related to my field. I am a member of the San Diego County Family Child Care Association, as well as the YMCA, and attend a support group with other childcare providers in my...
5.0
"Miller Family Daycare is an excellent daycare for infant to preschool age children. 2 of my children were enrolled in the program from toddler age to about 4 years old. The staff and owner are great with kids! They are loving and attentive to all the children in...

Vanessa


Paula B

837 Quiet Hills Drive, San Marcos, CA

5.0

(1)

I am a retired elementary school teacher who started out my career in education by teaching preschool and operating a home day care 25 years ago when my own three sons were growing up here in San Marcos. I spent 15 years at the elementary level, and then I retired and came full circle back to my...
5.0
"I have just moved to San Marcos from Northern California and was looking for part time childcare for my 2 year old son. We love Paula and Sabrina, who create such a loving duo in caring for my son. It is a fun, spacious, and educational place and my son loves...

Krishna B.


Mountain Shadows Exceptional Kids

Mountain Shadows Exceptional Kids

970 Los Vallecitos Blvd. Suite 130, San Marcos, CA

Mountain Shadows Exceptional Kids (MSEK) is a childcare center located in San Marcos. We serve children with ages 2 to 5 years old. Our center provides children with nutritious meals throughout the day, educational enrichment, behavioral support and nursing care. Our program's focus is on providing...

Kids First Club- Cindy Baudler

Kids First Club- Cindy Baudler

576 Echo Lane, San Marcos, CA

Family home childcare program with preschool activities offering a nurturing educational in home program following San Marcos Elementary curriculum. Preparing children in a language rich environment to implement a strong foundation for early reading , spelling, writing, math, science experiments,...

Tiny Fingers And Toes Child Care

Tiny Fingers And Toes Child Care

531 Avenida Verde, San Marcos, CA

Tiny Fingers and Toes Childcare is a licensed Family Day Care facility with openings for children between 4 weeks old to school age. I am registered with the YMCA & CDA,CAL-WORKS and NACCRRA for our military family's. I am located in the Santa Fe Hills area in San Marcos it is a great, loving...

Annie's Daycare

Annie's Daycare

613 Richmar Ave, San Marcos, CA


ABC 123 Day School

801 River Run Circle, San Marcos, CA

ABC 123 Day School is a home preschool in San Marcos. Small ratio of 1:6 Your child will learn and grow here. At ABC 123 i work on developing each and every child. The program is for ages 18 months-5 years old. An 18 month old does all the same activities that a 5 year old would do. I provide a...

Bates Family Day Care

3532 Decora Cir, San Marcos, CA


Rosa Mackinnon Family Day Care

659 Maybritt Cir, San Marcos, CA


Lexi Nichols

1014 Brookdel Ave., San Marcos, CA


Ginny's Daycare

823 Viking Ln, San Marcos, CA


Mina Home Daycare

Mina Home Daycare

17158 Monterey Ridge Way, San Diego, CA

5.0

(24)

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
"We've been entrusting our three children to Mina for years, and it's been an absolute blessing. From the moment our eldest started, we knew we'd found the perfect place for our family. Mina's warmth and genuine care for children are truly exceptional. She creates a...

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Henna Family Child Care

Henna Family Child Care

984 Calle De Lepanto, Escondido, CA

4.9

(12)

Hi everyone! My name is Somayeh, and I am the owner of Henna Family Child Care. I recently opened my own home daycare after working at a different Daycare for over 6 years. My home daycare will provide your child with: - Healthy home-made meals every day for breakfast, lunch, and...
5.0
"Somayeh is amazing. She was a caretaker at the previous daycare we were at. With our first child, we were very nervous about leaving her at a daycare. From the first day, Somayeh took care of our little girl and our daughter immediately got attached to her. Somayeh...

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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
"When it's time and the necessity to locate a daycare need for my daughter A., through online portal, we located Tiny violets daycare and scheduled an appointment for intake. As a family we visited Ms.K.'s daycare and first interaction with her, first...

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Grace Presbyterian Preschool

Grace Presbyterian Preschool

1450 East Vista Way, VISTA, CA

Starting at $1050/mo

5.0

(3)

Grace Preschool is a brand-new facility serving families with children ages 18m- 5 years. Please see our tour schedule to schedule a tour today! We provide a developmentally appropriate curriculum that allows students to gain relatable experiences through a balance of student and teacher led...
5.0
"Absolutely wonderful place ! The director was so kind, helpful and it is such a blessing for our community to have a preschool like this !! "

Care member


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,...

Care member


In Home Child Care

In Home Child Care

627 Boysenberry Way, Oceanside, CA

5.0

(8)

Hi my name is Jessica and i am a stay at home mom with my loving 2-year-old girl. We are looking to provide babysitting for another child age 1-6 in our home in Oceanside.I am a former Montessori preschool teacher with 10 years of experience & teaching credential leading a class of 18 children ages...
5.0
"I would highly recommend Jessica. She is very loving, nurturing and attentive to the kids. She makes learning fun and engaging."

Randi


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Ratings for San Marcos, CA family daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Family Daycares in San Marcos, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed family daycares.