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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.
SKILLS LEARNING CENTER
5.0
Two of my children attended Skills Learning Center. Skills Learning Center provides nurturing care and encouragement in learning many different skills. Both my children that attended Skills Learning Center still talk about their amazing experiences with their friends and staff.
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Marthas Daycare
5.0
Martha is the most loving and trustworthy person. Our son went to her daycare when I went back to work after maternity leave. Now he is 9 yo and we trust her to watch him if we need a sitter. She treats him like family. We know when he is with Martha he is safe, well fed 😊, and loved. We love you...
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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.
Irma's Family Child Care.
5.0
I enrolled my son at Irma's Family Child Care when my son was about 1.5 years old after just moving to San Diego. I was so grateful for my son and my family to be so warmly received. Irma is an incredibly dedicated, caring, highly experienced and responsible early childhood educator and small...
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Preschools in Santee, CA
My Place, Just For Kids In-home Daycare & Preschool
9213 Ellenbee Rd, Santee, CA
Hello!!!
Thank you for checking out my ad! I am Ms. Lisa and I own and operate a very successful licensed home daycare, located in Santee. We have been operating for 17 years. My daycare name is My Place, Just for Kids. We are a daycare and preschool.
We care for 12 children between the ages...
Kidzncare, Michelle's Daycare
9151 Via De Juan, Santee, CA
Hi! My name is Michelle but my daycare kiddos and parents call me "Mimi".
I have been providing in-home-daycare for over 18 years; 8 years of which I was a Certified Provider under the Navy's Child & Youth Program. I am fully licensed by the State of CA to run a small daycare, certified in...
Kimberly Caldwell's Family Child Care
8632 Atlas View Drive, Santee, CA
Hi Parents,
Thank you for taking the time to read about me and my business. I know finding the right Child Care/Preschool and Provider for your little ones isn't an easy decision. Please know I am here to answer any and all questions you may have during this time.
I have been a licensed provider...
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...
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...
Maria's Family Child Care
9841 Mission Vega Rd 3, Santee, CA
I live in Santee, CA. 92071 by the Santee Trolley Square.
Licensed, Insured, CPR and FIRST AID, Background Check.
Child Care offers affordable and quality infant care through 6 years old.
-We have a non-smoking home.
-Daily activities.
-Nutritious meals and snacks provided are...
Giggles & Smiles Child Care
11316 Woodside Ave N, Santee, CA
Giggles & Smiles Child Care located in Santee, CA is a state-licensed childcare facility that specializes in children between the ages of six weeks and six years old. The center offers Infants and Preschool programs and uses the Creative Curriculum focusing on children's physical, social, emotional,...
Little Learners Preschool
10154 N Magnolia Ave, Santee, CA
The Little Learners Preschool in Santee, California provides childcare and preschool education for six weeks to twelve year old children. Their age-appropriate and play-based curriculum stimulates the children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth. They are open from six thirty in the...
Montessori Discovery School
8559 Fanita Dr, Santee, CA
Montessori Discovery School is open Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. We serve children from age 2 through age 6 with Half Day, School Day, Extended Day and Full Day schedules.
The Twos class maintains a low teacher:child ratio of 1:5 and provides opportunities for social skills, language...
Let it Shine Childcare & Preschool
10161 Carreta Drive, Santee, CA
Welcome to Let it Shine Childcare and Preschool. A place where your child will grow and develop in a loving, respectful and structured home environment. Your child will have the opportunity to shine to their full potential. We will encourage your child to learn and develop at their own level,...
Kelly's Daycare
9624 Abbeyfield Rd, Santee, CA
Hi, I'm Kelly. I have a licensed in home daycare in Santee that I have had for 28 years. I do a small preschool program and holiday activities. I have a great back yard with lots of room to play. I am on the nutrition program and serve am snack, lunch and a pm snack. I am open as early as 5:30am. I...
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.
5.0
(4)
We believe that the first 6 years of a child"s life are very important as they lay the academic, social, physical and developmental foundation for the rest of their lives. We provide beautiful, rich indoor and outdoor environments and outstanding academic opportunities for children. We pride...
5.0
"Two of my children attended Skills Learning Center. Skills Learning Center provides nurturing care and encouragement in learning many different skills. Both my children that attended Skills Learning Center still talk about their amazing experiences with their...
Care member
Marthas Daycare
12000 block Cijon Street, SAN DIEGO, CA
5.0
(9)
We are a licensed Family Home Daycare with a loving and educational environment. We provide all the meals breakfast, snacks, lunch, and dinner. Everything is home made nothing frozen or from a package. We teach our children in Spanish and English. We have been doing Daycare for 40years. We do dance,...
5.0
"Martha is the most loving and trustworthy person. Our son went to her daycare when I went back to work after maternity leave. Now he is 9 yo and we trust her to watch him if we need a sitter. She treats him like family. We know when he is with Martha he is safe,...
Care member
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.
Irma's Family Child Care.
3969 Casita Way, San Diego, CA
5.0
(9)
Hello Mom and Dad. I am licensed as a family child care provider--20 years--located in my child care home in the College area (Convenient to College Ave and Hwy 94, and College Ave and I-8. Close to La Mesa, Lemon Grove, and in S.D. Near the College Grove Shopping Center. ) My home is bright,...
5.0
"Irma cared for my daughter for over 10 months when she was 13 months old. I simply could not have been more pleased with her caring attitude, structured schedule for the children and loving, gentle approach. I truly felt like my daughter was in a pre-school...
Inez O
Academy of Play
892 E Madison Ave., El Cajon, CA
5.0
(1)
Academy of Play is a Spanish immersion preschool serving ages 6 weeks through 5 years of age. Aiming to provided the highest quality of childcare possible.
Our purpose is to provide the highest quality of childcare possible, by creating a supportive and enriching environment based on the interest...
5.0
"Best school in El Cajon area!! Due to Covid, my child's daycare closed. We toured a couple of daycares around but only at AOP, they made us feel welcomed since our first visit! The director was super friendly and able to answer all my questions. The teachers were...
Andrea O
Leida's Family Child Care
10836 Caravelle Place, San Diego, CA
5.0
(1)
Hello!
I'm a licensed (Lic # 376627833) family child care provider with more than 6 years of child care experience. My business hours are Monday - Friday from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm. I'm bilingual English and Spanish. I provide all meals and snacks. I'm located in the Tierrasanta neighborhood near...
5.0
"If I could give a million stars, I would give a million+1! Leida is the best thing that happened to our family. She is beyond attentive, super clean and so kind. I have one child who she cared for from 12 weeks to almost 4 and now another from 14 weeks till...
Kelly K.
Babette's Babycare
10306 Hemphill Place, San Diego, CA
5.0
(1)
Babette's Babycare specializes in providing exceptional care for toddlers/preschoolers. With 2 licensed providers caring for our children, an enriched environment, daily interaction in a small group and educational activities in a nurturing setting, we provide your child with a level of care far...
5.0
"Love Babette's daycare! My kids never want to leave when I pick them up. They provide breakfast, lunch and snacks for the kids and it's a safe environment for them. They always give great feedback on the children's development as well."
Sarah G.
Kiddies Korner Preschool
8748 Gold Coast Dr., San Diego, CA
5.0
(1)
This preschool Enrolling now, harry up we are limited spots.
Educational preschool,
Friendly staff,
Reasonable price,
Clean,
A lot of toys and activity,
(858) 578 - 9740 Sally
5.0
"that center is relay clean and Educational center, All teachers
are awesome.
I recommended to the neighbors, "bring your kids hear""
Melody A.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Santee, CA
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Santee, CA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Santee, CA. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Santee, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Santee, CA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Santee, CA, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Santee, CA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Santee, CA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Santee, CA on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Santee, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.