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40 Infant & Toddler Daycares in San Diego, California

Find the best infant & toddler daycares in San Diego, California. Browse 40 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.

Best Infant & Toddler Daycares in San Diego

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.

  1. 1

    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.

    Caring and attentive teachershappy childrensmooth transition to kindergartenacademic preparation (reading and writing)
  2. 2

    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.

    None mentioned - reviews are about the churchnot the daycare
  3. 3
    Kids' Care Club-Infant
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    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.

    Caring and patient teacherswarm welcoming environmentstrong academic curr
  4. 4

    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.

    Caring and dedicated staffwelcoming environmentstrong curriculumNAEYC accreditation
  5. 5

    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.

    Welcoming and inclusive communityexceptional rabbis and staffprofessional child development
  6. 6
    Kids Care Club-Infant
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    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.

    Experienced and caring staff with low turnoverexcellent parent communicationindividualized attention to each child's needsclean and well-maintained facilities
  7. 7

    1979 Chicago Street, San Diego, CA · Capacity: 12 children

  8. 8

    3219 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, San Diego, CA · Capacity: 12 children

  9. 9

    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.

    Beautiful worship spacereverent liturgyinsightful sermonsquality music and hymns
  10. 10

    2111 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA · Capacity: 20 children

Infant & Toddler Daycares in San Diego, California

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.

All Infant & Toddler Daycares in San Diego

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Scripps Exploring Academy-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

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 kindergarten
Address
9855 Erma Road Ste. 128, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 693-3702
Bay Park Early Learning Center-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1979 Chicago Street, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 275-2241
Bright Beginnings Learning Academy Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3219 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 505-9638
Together We Grow-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5055 Viewridge Avenue, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 751-0506
Pacific Beach Presbyterial / Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

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.

None mentioned - reviews are about the churchnot the daycare
Address
1675 Garnet, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 273-1320
The Merry-Go-Around/Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

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.

Caring and dedicated staffwelcoming environmentstrong curriculum
Address
9175 Kearny Villa Road, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 536-1008
Children'S Growing Center-Infant-1st United Meth
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
2111 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 295-1915
Kids' Care Club-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

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.

Caring and patient teacherswarm welcoming environmentstrong academic curr
Address
10414 Craftsman Way, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 675-7000
Congregation Beth Israel/Sid Rubin Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

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.

Welcoming and inclusive communityexceptional rabbis and staffprofessional child development
Address
9001 Towne Centre Drive, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 900-2530
Kids Care Club-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

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.

Experienced and caring staff with low turnoverexcellent parent communicationindividualized attention to each child's needs
Address
9995 Carmel Mountain Road, #B8, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 538-5437
Grace Lutheran Child Development Center-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Beautiful worship spacereverent liturgyinsightful sermons
Address
3967 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 987-0181
Baldwin Academy-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

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.

Caring and loving staffwelcoming atmosphereexcellent communication via app and daily
Address
1772 Hornblend Street, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 270-5995
Baldwin Academy-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

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.

Welcoming and supportive staffdetailed daily communication via app and at pickupsmooth transition process for new students
Address
1760 Hornblend Street, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 270-5995
S.D. City College Child Development Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1601 B Street, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 388-3205
Montessori School Of Kearny Mesa - Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

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.

Warm and caring staff with long tenureexperienced directorstrong Montessori curriculum
Address
3411 Sandrock Road, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 505-0332
The Kid'S Bay - Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

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.

caring and attentive teachersindividual development plansclean facility
Address
13770 Carmel Valley Road, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 240-6710
Associated Students Child Care Center Infant Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8
Address
5500 Campanile Dr, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 594-7428
Mission Nazarene Preschool-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
4750 Mission Gorge Place, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 287-4900
Morse Child Development Center - Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6905 Skyline Drive, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 262-5676
Kindercare Learning Center-Paseo Montanoso Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools

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.

Caring and dedicated teachersfamily-oriented environmentsmooth transitions for new
Address
11290 Paseo Montanoso, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 672-1200
R. J.'S Preschool Academy - Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6845 University Ave., San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 269-1580
Copley Family Ymca-Central Elementary-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4063 Polk Avenue, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 283-2251
Discovery Isle Child Development Center-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools

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.

Kind and passionate teachersengaging activities and curriculumexcellent parent communication with daily updates
Address
10125 Azuaga Street, San Diego, CA
Phone
(760) 752-7590
Kindercare Learning Center-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools

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.

Caring and professional staffchild development and learning p
Address
10623 Treena Street, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 271-4700
Ocean Beach Child Care - Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2041 Chatsworth Blvd., San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 222-6242
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3630 Afton Road, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 279-3300
Childtime Learning Center-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools

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.

Experienced and caring teachersclean and well-maintained classroomsSproutAbout app for daily updates and photos
Address
8111 New Salem Street, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 586-0721
La Jolla Children'S Learning Lab - Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
10068 Pacific Heights, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 546-9115
Wee Care Preschool 4s Ranch Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

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.

Warm and caring teachersflexible scheduling and classroom changesage-appropriate separate outdoor play areas
Address
17025 Via Del Campo, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 592-2335
Kindercare Paseo Montril Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools

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.

Attentive and caring teachersresponsive leadershipstrong parent communication
Address
10065 Paseo Montril, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 484-3232

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Frequently asked questions

There are 40 infant & toddler daycares in San Diego, California. Browse our directory to compare programs, read parent reviews, and find the best option for your child.
Most infant daycare programs in San Diego accept babies as young as 6 weeks old. Some facilities accept infants starting at 8 or 12 weeks. California sets specific staff-to-infant ratio requirements — typically one caregiver for every 3 to 4 infants — to ensure proper care and safety.
When evaluating infant daycare in San Diego, prioritize:
  • Low caregiver-to-infant ratios (ideally 1:3 or 1:4)
  • Experienced staff trained in infant CPR and first aid
  • Safe sleep practices following AAP guidelines
  • Clean, age-appropriate environment with proper sanitization
  • Consistent daily routines for feeding, napping, and play
  • Open communication with parents throughout the day
Infant daycare in San Diego is typically the most expensive form of childcare, ranging from $1,000 to $2,500+ per month for full-time care. The higher cost reflects the lower staff-to-child ratios required for infants and the more intensive care needs.
When selecting a infant & toddler daycare in San Diego, consider:
  • Visit the facility in person to observe the environment
  • Ask about teacher qualifications and experience
  • Check licensing status with California's regulatory agency
  • Review the curriculum and daily schedule
  • Read parent reviews for firsthand experiences
  • Compare staff-to-child ratios across facilities