Best Before or After School Daycare in El Cajon, CA

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.

1. 1

   Dayspring Christian Learning Center - Infant

   4.72 score

   4.9(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
2. 2

   Dayspring Christian Learning Center

   4.72 score

   4.9(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
3. 3

   Foothills Christian Preschool

   4.56 score

   4.7(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
4. 4

   Shadow Mountain Community Preschool

   4.56 score

   4.7(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
5. 5

   Lmsvsd - Fletcher Hills Preschool

   4.5 score

   5(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
6. 6

   Fletcher Hills Presbyterian Church Pre-School

   4.5 score

   5(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
7. 7

   Fletcher Hills Presbyterian Preschool-School Age

   4.5 score

   5(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
8. 8

   Children'S Choice-Infant

   4.48 score

   4.6(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
9. 9

   Children'S Choice-School-Age

   4.48 score

   4.6(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
10. 10

    Children'S Choice

    4.48 score

    4.6(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

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