372 Child Daycare & Preschools in San Diego, California
Browse all 372 child daycare & preschools in San Diego, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in San Diego
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.
- 1Montessori Child Development LLC4.8 score5(20)
4754 Sea Tern Court, San Diego, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 14 children
Montessori Child Development LLC receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and effective Montessori curriculum. Parents report significant improvements in their children's confidence, independence, academic skills, and social development. The school is highlighted for its welcoming environment, strong communication with families, and dedicated leadership.
Caring and attentive staffeffective Montessori curriculumhe - 2Little Angels Academy4.8 score5(20)
3078 L Street, San Diego, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children
Little Angels Academy receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, smooth transitions for children of all ages, educational activities, and communication through their parent app. Children show strong development and look forward to attending.
Loving and nurturing staffbilingual teachers availablesmooth transitions for infants and toddlerseducational activities (art - 3Sacred Heart Academy Preschool4.8 score5(20)
4895 Saratoga Avenue, San Diego, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 137 children
Sacred Heart Academy Preschool in San Diego receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and comprehensive curriculum that balances play-based learning with kindergarten readiness skills. Parents consistently highlight the school's effectiveness with potty training, social-emotional development, and strong teacher-parent communication through the Brightwheel app.
Caring and dedicated teachersstrong kindergarten preparationplay-based learning approachpotty training success - 4Manna'S Martial Arts INC.4.8 score5(20)
12285 B World Trade Drive, San Diego, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children
Manna's Martial Arts is a highly-rated martial arts studio in San Diego with consistent 5/5 star reviews. Parents praise the quality instruction, strong emphasis on discipline and life skills, and community atmosphere that extends beyond martial arts training. Multiple families report long-term enrollment (8-13 years) and significant positive impacts on their children's confidence, self-defense abilities, and character development.
Excellent instruction qualityemphasis on safety and respectpersonal attention to studentsflexible class scheduling with unlimited monthly classes - 5Fleur De Lis Nursery School4.78 score5(18)
3743 Front Street, San Diego, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 95 children
Parents consistently praise Fleur de Lis as an exceptional preschool that fosters individual growth, confidence, and a love of learning through a dedicated, play-based curriculum. Staff members are described as caring, professional, and genuinely invested in each child's cognitive, emotional, and physical development. The beautiful natural setting, diverse and welcoming community, and strong preparation for kindergarten are frequently highlighted.
Individualized attention to each childwarm and caring staffdedicated curriculumbeautiful canyon setting with playgrounds - 6Manchester Family Child Development Center4.76 score5(16)
1752 Via Las Cumbres, San Diego, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Manchester Family Child Development Center receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise its caring, professional staff, safe and welcoming environment, and focus on child development and learning through play. Parents highlight excellent communication through daily apps and photos, strong parent community engagement, and successful preparation for kindergarten and school transitions. The center has a long-standing positive reputation in the San Diego community.
- 7Scripps Exploring Academy-Infant4.74 score5(14)
9855 Erma Road Ste. 128, San Diego, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children
Parents consistently praise Scripps Exploring Academy for exceptional childcare with attentive, caring staff who genuinely bond with children. Families report their children are happy, well-prepared for kindergarten, and experience smooth transitions. The facility is described as clean, welcoming, and homey with strong parent communication.
Caring and attentive teachershappy childrensmooth transition to kindergartenacademic preparation (reading and writing) - 8Chinese Bilingual Pre-School4.72 score5(13)
5075 Ruffin Road, San Diego, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children
Chinese Bilingual Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its bilingual Mandarin-English curriculum, caring and patient teachers, and strong sense of community. Parents highlight the school's commitment to child development, flexible scheduling, and on-site prepared meals. Children show advanced academic preparation and develop lasting friendships.
Bilingual Mandarin-English immersioncaring and patient teacherson-site fresh meals (breakfastlunch - 9Wee Wisdom Preschool4.72 score5(13)
8999 Activity Road, San Diego, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children
Wee Wisdom Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff, clean facility, and developmentally appropriate curriculum. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, innovative teaching methods including yoga and meditation, and children's enthusiasm for attending school.
Caring and knowledgeable staffclean and well-organized facilityindividualized attention to each childdevelopmentally appropriate activities - 10Al-Rribat Academy4.72 score4.9(20)
7183-A Saranac Street, San Diego, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 23 children
AL-RRIBAT Academy appears to be an Islamic center (masjid) rather than a daycare facility. Reviews praise it as a welcoming community space with clean facilities, active programming including classes and events, and knowledgeable religious leadership. Parents describe feeling a strong sense of belonging and community support.
Clean facilitieswelcoming and friendly communityactive programming (classeslectures
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Highest rated daycares in San Diego based on parent reviews
Montessori Child Development LLC
4754 Sea Tern Court, San Diego, CA
Montessori Child Development LLC receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and effective Montessori curriculum. Parents report significant improvements in their children's confidence, independence, academic skills, and social development. The school is highlighted for its welcoming environment, strong communication with families, and dedicated leadership.
Little Angels Academy
3078 L Street, San Diego, CA
Little Angels Academy receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, smooth transitions for children of all ages, educational activities, and communication through their parent app. Children show strong development and look forward to attending.
Sacred Heart Academy Preschool
4895 Saratoga Avenue, San Diego, CA
Sacred Heart Academy Preschool in San Diego receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and comprehensive curriculum that balances play-based learning with kindergarten readiness skills. Parents consistently highlight the school's effectiveness with potty training, social-emotional development, and strong teacher-parent communication through the Brightwheel app.
Manna'S Martial Arts INC.
12285 B World Trade Drive, San Diego, CA
Manna's Martial Arts is a highly-rated martial arts studio in San Diego with consistent 5/5 star reviews. Parents praise the quality instruction, strong emphasis on discipline and life skills, and community atmosphere that extends beyond martial arts training. Multiple families report long-term enrollment (8-13 years) and significant positive impacts on their children's confidence, self-defense abilities, and character development.
Manchester Family Child Development Center
1752 Via Las Cumbres, San Diego, CA
Manchester Family Child Development Center receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise its caring, professional staff, safe and welcoming environment, and focus on child development and learning through play. Parents highlight excellent communication through daily apps and photos, strong parent community engagement, and successful preparation for kindergarten and school transitions. The center has a long-standing positive reputation in the San Diego community.
Scripps Exploring Academy-Infant
9855 Erma Road Ste. 128, San Diego, CA
Parents consistently praise Scripps Exploring Academy for exceptional childcare with attentive, caring staff who genuinely bond with children. Families report their children are happy, well-prepared for kindergarten, and experience smooth transitions. The facility is described as clean, welcoming, and homey with strong parent communication.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in San Diego, California
There are 372 child daycare & preschools in San Diego, California, making up 88% of the 425 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 San Diego, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Bright Horizons at Tierrasanta receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents praising the caring teachers, structured curriculum, and safe environment. Nine of ten reviews rate the center 5 stars, with parents noting strong academic and social development in their children. One negative review describes a rejection after a trial visit, with the parent alleging the center discriminated based on the child's behavioral history and family situation.
- Address
- 6090 Santo Road, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 467-1800
- Address
- 3384 Glencolum Drive, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 987-5940
- Address
- 4050 Appleton Street, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 273-4880
- Address
- 14727 Via Azul, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 673-6526
Note: These reviews are not about the daycare program listed but rather about St. Vincent de Paul Village's homeless services and shelter facilities. Reviews praise the organization's comprehensive support including meals, shelter, job assistance, medical/dental clinics, and compassionate staff. Multiple reviewers credit the organization with helping them transition out of homelessness.
- Address
- 1501 Imperial Avenue, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 645-6718
- Address
- 16150 4s Ranch Parkway, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 521-0215
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- 5880 Skyline Drive, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 262-1219
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- 2433 Denver Street, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 261-1586
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- 6474 Antiqua Blvd., San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 627-9412
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- 10770 Red Cedar Drive, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 271-0470
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- 5450 La Cuenta, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 380-8807
- Address
- 11838 Scripps Creek Drive, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 565-4148
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