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Rancho San Diego KinderCare

Rancho San Diego KinderCare

Rancho San Diego Kindercare is a child care center in LA MESA, California. Many types of s... Read More

LA MESA, CA 91941
1 month - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 6:00am - 5:30pm
$1,798/month
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Santee KinderCare

Santee KinderCare

Kindercare Cuyamaca Center is a child care center in SANTEE, California. Many types of sch... Read More

SANTEE, CA 92071
1 month - 5 years
6:00am - 6:30pm
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San Carlos KinderCare

San Carlos KinderCare

Kindercare Golfcrest Preschool is a child care center in SAN DIEGO, California. Many types... Read More

SAN DIEGO, CA 92119
1 month - 5 years
6:00am - 6:30pm
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Scripps Ranch KinderCare

Scripps Ranch KinderCare

Kindercare Learning Center - Treena is a child care center in SAN DIEGO, California. Many ... Read More

SAN DIEGO, CA 92131
1 month - 6 years
6:30am - 6:30pm
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Rancho Penasquitos KinderCare

Rancho Penasquitos KinderCare

Rancho Penasquitos KinderCare is a child care center in SAN DIEGO, California. Many types ... Read More

SAN DIEGO, CA 92129
1 month - 5 years
6:00am - 6:30pm
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Carmel Mountain KinderCare

Carmel Mountain KinderCare

Kindercare Learning Center - World Trade is a child care center in SAN DIEGO, California. ... Read More

SAN DIEGO, CA 92128
1 month - 5 years
6:30am - 6:30pm
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Rancho Bernardo KinderCare

Rancho Bernardo KinderCare

Rancho Bernardo Kindercare is a child care center in SAN DIEGO, California. Many types of ... Read More

SAN DIEGO, CA 92127
1 month - 5 years
6:00am - 6:30pm
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El Cajon KinderCare

El Cajon KinderCare

El Cajon KinderCare is a child care center in EL CAJON, California. Many types of schedule... Read More

EL CAJON, CA 92019
1 month - 12 years
6:00am - 6:30pm
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Spring Valley KinderCare

Spring Valley KinderCare

Kindercare Rothgard is a child care center in SPRING VALLEY, California. Many types of sch... Read More

SPRING VALLEY, CA 91977
1 month - 12 years
6:00am - 6:30pm
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Sorrento Valley KinderCare

Sorrento Valley KinderCare

Sorrento Valley Kindercare is a child care center in SAN DIEGO, California. Many types of ... Read More

SAN DIEGO, CA 92121
1 month - 5 years
6:30am - 6:30pm
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University City KinderCare

University City KinderCare

Kindercare Agee Preschool is a child care center in SAN DIEGO, California. Many types of s... Read More

SAN DIEGO, CA 92122
1 month - 5 years
6:30am - 6:30pm
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Del Mar Highlands KinderCare

Del Mar Highlands KinderCare

Del Mar Highlands Kindercare Preschool is a child care center in SAN DIEGO, California. Fu... Read More

SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
1 month - 5 years
6:30am - 6:00pm
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Frequently asked questions about daycare in San Diego, CA

How much does daycare cost in San Diego, CA?

Daycare prices in San Diego vary by your child’s age, the type of program, and the neighborhood. Infant daycare typically costs more than toddler or preschool programs. On UrbanSitter, you can compare pricing for daycares in San Diego and filter by budget to find an option that fits your family.

How can I choose the right daycare in San Diego, CA?

Start by touring locations, checking licensing information, and reviewing each program’s approach to care. It also helps to bring a list of daycare interview questions to guide your visit. UrbanSitter lets you compare options side by side, see which daycares have open spots, and join waitlists for programs you love.

Do daycares offer part-time or drop-in care in San Diego?

Some providers offer part-time daycare and drop-in daycare for same-day needs. UrbanSitter helps you see which San Diego daycares offer part-time care and which locations support drop-in options so you can find a match for your schedule.

What’s the difference between daycare and preschool?

Daycare programs typically support infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children with full- or part-time schedules. Preschool programs usually have a more structured, education-focused curriculum. You can learn more in our guide, Is preschool the same as daycare?

Are daycare expenses tax deductible?

Daycare itself isn’t deductible, but many San Diego families qualify for the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit or a Dependent Care FSA. These programs can help lower the cost of care. Learn more in our guide to daycare tax benefits.

What age is best to start daycare?

Families start daycare at different ages depending on availability, budget, and personal preference. Experts generally recommend choosing the age that aligns with your child’s developmental needs. Explore common starting ages in our guide on the best and worst ages to start daycare.