52 Child Daycare & Preschools in El Cajon, California
Browse all 52 child daycare & preschools in El Cajon, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in El Cajon
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
- 1Dayspring Christian Learning Center - Infant4.72 score4.9(20)
1150 Greenfield Drive, El Cajon, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children
Parents consistently praise Children's Choice (formerly Dayspring Christian Learning Center) for exceptional staff care, cleanliness, and a nurturing environment where children thrive. The facility features enriching activities, a well-maintained garden with animals, renovated classrooms, and strong parent communication through daily updates. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers by name, noting their warmth, patience, and genuine investment in child development.
Caring and compassionate staffclean facilitynutritious and delicious mealsdaily communication and updates with parents - 2Dayspring Christian Learning Center4.72 score4.9(20)
1150 Greenfield Drive, El Cajon, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children
Parents consistently praise Children's Choice (formerly Dayspring Christian Learning Center) for exceptional staff care, cleanliness, and educational activities. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers by name for their warmth, patience, and genuine love for the children. The facility features hands-on learning opportunities, good communication with parents, and a welcoming environment where children are eager to attend.
Compassionate and caring staffclean fac - 3Foothills Christian Preschool4.56 score4.7(20)
315 West Bradley Avenue, El Cajon, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children
Note: The reviews provided are for Foothills Church, not the preschool program. Reviews praise the church's welcoming community, biblical teaching, and youth programs. Parents appreciate the supportive atmosphere and community involvement.
Welcoming staffstrong sense of communityBible-centered teachingyouth programs and events - 4Shadow Mountain Community Preschool4.56 score4.7(20)
2100 Greenfield Drive, El Cajon, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 94 children
These reviews do not pertain to the daycare's services. All reviews discuss Shadow Mountain Community Church's worship services, Pastor David Jeremiah's preaching, and church hospitality rather than the preschool program itself.
No relevant daycare feedback provided - 5Lmsvsd - Fletcher Hills Preschool4.5 score5(5)
2330 Center Place, El Cajon, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children
Fletcher Hills Presbyterian Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the warm, caring staff and director Robin's exceptional leadership. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally in a bright, well-organized facility with strong community and family support.
Warm and caring staffexcellent director communicationbright and spacious facilitystructured learning program (phonics - 6Fletcher Hills Presbyterian Church Pre-School4.5 score5(5)
455 Church Way, El Cajon, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 78 children
Fletcher Hills Presbyterian Church Pre-School in El Cajon receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and director Robin's leadership. Parents highlight the bright, spacious facility, strong academics, and supportive community environment that has served multiple generations of families.
Warm and caring staffexcellent director (Robin)bright and spacious facilitystrong academics (phonics - 7Fletcher Hills Presbyterian Preschool-School Age4.5 score5(5)
455 Church Way, El Cajon, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children
Parents consistently praise Fletcher Hills Presbyterian Preschool as an exceptional facility with warm, caring staff and strong leadership. Multiple families report significant positive experiences across multiple children, with appreciation for the structured learning environment, safe facilities, and sense of community.
Warm and caring staffexceptional director (Robin)bright and spacious facilitiesstructured curriculum (phonics - 8Children'S Choice-Infant4.48 score4.6(20)
1465 E. Madison Avenue, El Cajon, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 19 children
Parents consistently praise Children's Choice for providing a loving, safe, and nurturing environment where children thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers who go above and beyond, form strong connections with children, and communicate effectively with parents. Parents express high trust in the facility and staff, with many having children attend for multiple years across different classroom levels.
Caring and patient teachersstrong teacher-child relationshipsindividualized attention to each child's needs and personalityfocus on independence and manners - 9Children'S Choice-School-Age4.48 score4.6(20)
1465 E. Madison Avenue, El Cajon, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children
Parents consistently praise Children's Choice for exceptional teacher care and emotional support. Multiple teachers are highlighted for going above and beyond, creating safe and loving environments where children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Parents emphasize they trust the staff completely with their children's development.
Caring and patient teachersstrong teacher-child connectionsindividualized attention to each child's needssupportive com - 10Children'S Choice4.48 score4.6(20)
1465 E. Madison Avenue, El Cajon, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 82 children
Parents consistently praise Children's Choice for providing loving, patient, and attentive care. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers who go above and beyond, making children feel safe, valued, and supported in their development. The facility focuses on independence, manners, and emotional growth while maintaining strong communication with parents.
Dedicated and caring teachersstrong teacher-child relationshipspatient approach to behavioral challengesfocus on independence and social-emotional development
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in El Cajon based on parent reviews
Dayspring Christian Learning Center - Infant
1150 Greenfield Drive, El Cajon, CA
Parents consistently praise Children's Choice (formerly Dayspring Christian Learning Center) for exceptional staff care, cleanliness, and a nurturing environment where children thrive. The facility features enriching activities, a well-maintained garden with animals, renovated classrooms, and strong parent communication through daily updates. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers by name, noting their warmth, patience, and genuine investment in child development.
Dayspring Christian Learning Center
1150 Greenfield Drive, El Cajon, CA
Parents consistently praise Children's Choice (formerly Dayspring Christian Learning Center) for exceptional staff care, cleanliness, and educational activities. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers by name for their warmth, patience, and genuine love for the children. The facility features hands-on learning opportunities, good communication with parents, and a welcoming environment where children are eager to attend.
Foothills Christian Preschool
315 West Bradley Avenue, El Cajon, CA
Note: The reviews provided are for Foothills Church, not the preschool program. Reviews praise the church's welcoming community, biblical teaching, and youth programs. Parents appreciate the supportive atmosphere and community involvement.
Shadow Mountain Community Preschool
2100 Greenfield Drive, El Cajon, CA
These reviews do not pertain to the daycare's services. All reviews discuss Shadow Mountain Community Church's worship services, Pastor David Jeremiah's preaching, and church hospitality rather than the preschool program itself.
Lmsvsd - Fletcher Hills Preschool
2330 Center Place, El Cajon, CA
Fletcher Hills Presbyterian Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the warm, caring staff and director Robin's exceptional leadership. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally in a bright, well-organized facility with strong community and family support.
Fletcher Hills Presbyterian Preschool-School Age
455 Church Way, El Cajon, CA
Parents consistently praise Fletcher Hills Presbyterian Preschool as an exceptional facility with warm, caring staff and strong leadership. Multiple families report significant positive experiences across multiple children, with appreciation for the structured learning environment, safe facilities, and sense of community.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in El Cajon, California
There are 52 child daycare & preschools in El Cajon, California, making up 91% of the 57 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
When choosing a daycare in El Cajon, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
All Child Daycare & Preschools in El Cajon
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- 9863 Oakmont Terrace, El Cajon, CA
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- (619) 588-3678
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- 1390 E. Broadway, El Cajon, CA
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- (619) 401-6379
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- 1005 S Anza Street, El Cajon, CA
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- (619) 588-3116
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- 2962 Jamul Drive, El Cajon, CA
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- (619) 441-6150
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- 500 W. Madison Avenue, El Cajon, CA
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- (619) 441-6149
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- 1145 Redwood Avenue, El Cajon, CA
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- (619) 588-3075
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- 650 Greenfield Drive, El Cajon, CA
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- (619) 588-3080
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- 1030 Naranca Avenue, El Cajon, CA
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- (619) 588-3087
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- 14314 Rios Canyon Road, El Cajon, CA
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- (619) 588-3090
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Jamacha School Age for its caring, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Multiple reviews highlight strong teacher-child relationships, educational programs including language instruction, and effective support for children with diverse needs including autism. Families report significant child development and feel confident in the center's care.
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- 1470 Jamacha Road, El Cajon, CA
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- (619) 588-5959
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- 195 E. Chase Ave, El Cajon, CA
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- (619) 579-4823
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- 1500 E. Lexington Ave., El Cajon, CA
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- (619) 441-2803
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- 1251 Finch Street, El Cajon, CA
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- (619) 590-2789
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Jamacha Preschool as a caring, nurturing environment with attentive staff. Multiple reviewers highlight the center's ability to support children's academic growth, emotional development, and individual needs, including special needs care. The director Lindsey and specific teachers like Ms. Bertha, Ms. Nidhal, and Ms. Eva receive frequent recognition for their dedication and compassion.
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- 1470 Jamacha Road, El Cajon, CA
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- (619) 588-5959
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- 1630 East Madison Avenue, El Cajon, CA
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- (619) 777-9013
NEXT GENERATION EDUCATIONAL CENTER receives mixed reviews with stark contrasts. Positive reviews praise the childcare experience and staff like Ms. Sarah, while negative reviews from employees and observers report a toxic work environment, poor management practices, inadequate curriculum and resources, excessive micromanagement by the owner, and concerning staff behavior toward children.
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- 1471 Granite Hills Drive, El Cajon, CA
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- (619) 441-8800
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- 12151 Calle Albara, El Cajon, CA
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- (619) 588-3211
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- 1500 E. Lexington Ave, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 441-2803
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- 1150 Greenfield Drive, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 442-2895
Children's Choice in El Cajon receives consistently positive reviews from parents, with all ratings at 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and engaged staff, fun and educational environment, and strong communication from leadership. Children reportedly enjoy attending and thrive in this nurturing setting.
- Address
- 1164 North Second Street, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 442-5772
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Jamacha Infant for its caring, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Multiple families highlight the center's willingness to work with children with special needs, language instruction, and strong parent communication. All reviewers report their children are happy, safe, and thriving academically and socially.
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- 1470 Jamacha Road, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 588-5959
- Address
- 1347 Camillo Court, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 440-3356
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