
Find the best infant & toddler daycares in San Diego, California. Browse 40 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — infant & toddler daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
9855 Erma Road Ste. 128, San Diego, CA · 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.
1675 Garnet, San Diego, CA · Capacity: 12 children
The reviews provided are for Pacific Beach Presbyterian Church, not the daycare center. No actual daycare reviews are available. The Google Rating shows 0 reviews for the daycare facility.
10414 Craftsman Way, San Diego, CA · Capacity: 20 children
Parents consistently praise Kids' Care Club Infant for its caring, patient staff, nurturing environment, and strong educational curriculum. Children show significant academic progress (reading, writing, math skills ahead of peers) and develop strong social-emotional skills. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children over many years, citing trust, safety, and genuine staff dedication.
9175 Kearny Villa Road, San Diego, CA · Capacity: 38 children
Parents consistently praise The Merry-Go-Round/Infant as an exceptional childcare facility with dedicated, caring staff and a strong educational curriculum. Multiple reviewers highlight the welcoming environment, transparent communication, safety measures, and NAEYC accreditation as reasons for their strong satisfaction and loyalty.
9001 Towne Centre Drive, San Diego, CA · Capacity: 24 children
Congregation Beth Israel/Sid Rubin Infant Center is highly regarded as a welcoming Jewish community with exceptional staff and clergy. Parents praise the warm, inclusive atmosphere, quality programming including music and Torah study, and professional child development services. The facility serves as both a spiritual center and preschool with strong community engagement.
9995 Carmel Mountain Road, #B8, San Diego, CA · Capacity: 16 children
Parents consistently praise Kids Care Club for its caring, experienced staff, strong communication, and nurturing environment that supports children's social, emotional, and academic growth. The facility is clean and well-maintained with engaging activities, outdoor play, and structured curriculum. Multiple families report their children thrived at the center and were well-prepared for elementary school.
1979 Chicago Street, San Diego, CA · Capacity: 12 children
3219 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, San Diego, CA · Capacity: 12 children
3967 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA · Capacity: 28 children
These reviews appear to be about Grace Lutheran Church's worship services rather than the child development center itself. Reviews overwhelmingly praise the liturgical experience, theology, and community atmosphere, though one reviewer reported a negative interaction with a pastor.
2111 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA · Capacity: 20 children
Finding quality infant and toddler care in San Diego is critical for working families. These 40 facilities specifically cater to children under age 3, with appropriate staff-to-child ratios and age-appropriate activities.
When choosing a infant & toddler 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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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.
The reviews provided are for Pacific Beach Presbyterian Church, not the daycare center. No actual daycare reviews are available. The Google Rating shows 0 reviews for the daycare facility.
Parents consistently praise The Merry-Go-Round/Infant as an exceptional childcare facility with dedicated, caring staff and a strong educational curriculum. Multiple reviewers highlight the welcoming environment, transparent communication, safety measures, and NAEYC accreditation as reasons for their strong satisfaction and loyalty.
Parents consistently praise Kids' Care Club Infant for its caring, patient staff, nurturing environment, and strong educational curriculum. Children show significant academic progress (reading, writing, math skills ahead of peers) and develop strong social-emotional skills. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children over many years, citing trust, safety, and genuine staff dedication.
Congregation Beth Israel/Sid Rubin Infant Center is highly regarded as a welcoming Jewish community with exceptional staff and clergy. Parents praise the warm, inclusive atmosphere, quality programming including music and Torah study, and professional child development services. The facility serves as both a spiritual center and preschool with strong community engagement.
Parents consistently praise Kids Care Club for its caring, experienced staff, strong communication, and nurturing environment that supports children's social, emotional, and academic growth. The facility is clean and well-maintained with engaging activities, outdoor play, and structured curriculum. Multiple families report their children thrived at the center and were well-prepared for elementary school.
These reviews appear to be about Grace Lutheran Church's worship services rather than the child development center itself. Reviews overwhelmingly praise the liturgical experience, theology, and community atmosphere, though one reviewer reported a negative interaction with a pastor.
Baldwin Academy Infant in San Diego receives consistently excellent ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and welcoming environment. Parents highlight strong communication, structured curriculum with outdoor activities, and successful transitions to kindergarten. Multiple families have attended for several years, indicating high satisfaction and loyalty.
Baldwin Academy-Infant receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's warmth, professionalism, and genuine care for children. Parents highlight strong communication, structured curriculum with educational activities, and a family-like community atmosphere. Many families have enrolled multiple children and remained for several years, indicating high satisfaction and trust.
Most parents praise Montessori School of Kearny Mesa for its caring, experienced staff, strong Montessori philosophy implementation, and child development outcomes. However, two parents reported serious safety and supervision concerns, including alleged physical abuse and inadequate attention to children's needs.
The Kid's Bay Infant center in San Diego receives mixed reviews. Three parents praised the caring teachers, individual attention, cleanliness, and positive child development experiences. Two parents reported concerns about teacher responsiveness to safety issues and staff turnover affecting their children's experience.
Parents consistently praise this KinderCare location for exceptional staff, warm family-like atmosphere, and quality care spanning infant through pre-K programs. They highlight strong teacher-child relationships, effective learning outcomes, cleanliness, and responsive communication. Leadership by director Mary and assistant director Sarah is frequently mentioned as a key strength.
Discovery Isle Child Development Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and knowledgeable staff, engaging curriculum, strong communication, and positive developmental progress children make at the center.
KinderCare Learning Center-Infant in San Diego receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for caring, professional staff and stimulating learning environment, though some parents report administrative and communication issues. Most reviewers praise teacher dedication, child development progress, and safe facilities, while a few experienced billing surprises, management turnover, and inconsistent policies.
Parents consistently praise Childtime Learning Center-Infant in Mira Mesa for its clean, well-organized facilities, experienced and caring staff, and strong educational curriculum. Families highlight excellent communication through the SproutAbout app, convenient hours, and age-appropriate activities that support child development. The center is highly recommended for its safe, welcoming environment and reliability.
Wee Care Preschool 4S Ranch receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, flexible director Clarissa, secure facilities, and educational environment that promotes both social and intellectual development in children.
KinderCare Paseo Montril Infant has received mixed reviews. The majority of parents (8 five-star reviews) praise the staff's caring nature, educational quality, responsive leadership, and strong communication. However, two one-star reviews raise concerns about attendance record policies, insufficient teacher-to-child ratios, hygiene practices, food quality, and billing inflexibility.
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