Fleur de Lis School provided our son and our family the most incredible experience we could have…read moreever asked for. In our 2 years there, we watched our son grow immensely in his confidence, relationships, and overall love of learning. He was sad to leave school every day and excited to wake up and start the day with his amazing friends and teachers. The approach and philosophy that Fleur de Lis takes truly allows each child to blossom in their own unique and beautiful way and we not only got to experience this with our son, but saw it with his classmates as well. We saw our son make presentations to his class about a science or art project he did with us at home or proudly present his show and tell Spider-man toy to his classmates - we are so grateful to the entire Fleur de Lis community for encouraging this level of self-esteem and individuality.  The staff at Fleur de Lis is truly one of a kind -  the professional, yet individualized attention of Tina Smith and April Kozelh as directors is amazing. They know your child personally and do everything in their power to make your child's experience at Fleur de Lis enriching and creative. Our son still talks about Ms. Tina coming into their classroom and reading them special books (his favorite was about an owl in NYC) and Tina consistently shared specific memories of our son's social and emotional growth during his time there. The teachers we had at Fleur de Lis (Ms. Sandy, Ms. Chelsea, Ms. Amber, Ms. Kiara and Ms. Diana for Spanish) were incredible in every way - we appreciated the attention to the holistic needs of each child - the cognitive, physical, and emotional were all given attention and we saw our son blossom in each area. The day our son "graduated" Fleur de Lis School was a bittersweet one - we were thrilled to know he was ready for kindergarten, but also so sad to say goodbye to the daily moments of this special community. Our son couldn't stop hugging his amazing teacher Ms. Sandy at the singing show - clearly showing the same emotions we felt as parents.

If you are a new parent, join the FDL wait list now -- trust me, your older parent self will thank…read moreyou! It's hard to explain the magical and nurturing environment this school provides. I remember my son, Julian, sobbing when I left him on his first day as a two year old, and my heart was breaking. In less than a week, he was all smiles at drop off, excited to see his teachers and friends. Since then, he's thrived at this school, both emotionally and educationally. Now, two years later, he's heading to Francis Parker, and looking back on his time at FDL, I can't express how grateful I am to the amazing team there. There are a few specifics that make FDL special: The community -- everyone at FDL knows Julian's name, even teachers who aren't assigned to his class. Pre-Covid, when I would pick him up from his classroom, his daily departure was like a little parade, with waves and goodbyes to friends, teachers, directors, everyone. You really feel like part of a family here. Kira, Bev, April, Julie, Julia, Diana, Iris, Nina, Autumn, and many others...each has been a unique and positive impact on Julian and our family over the past two years. The safety -- speaking of Covid, I don't think I appreciated how nice it is to have total confidence in the efforts of the FDL team to keep my child safe at all costs until this pandemic. When they reopened under new safety guidelines, I never once worried they would slack or not keep the sanitation and safety bar high. In fact, Julian now inspects my hand washing and admonishes me if I have not made enough soap bubbles or washed long enough . They always ran a tight ship, but it's exceptional now. The positive reinforcement of high expectations -- on my visit prior to enrolling at FDL, I saw all the kids eating lunch as they chattered politely and consistently used manners. On the playground, no one pushed. They all took turns. What's more, they were still incredibly joyous little kids, giggling and delighting in silly play. I was in awe. And yet, now Julian models those same behaviors. FDL teachers are kind and warm, but firm. They set a high bar, and the kids rise to meet it. At the same time, there is tremendous fun had on the daily at this school. Julian greets me at pick up with a big smile and a hug, his cheeks flushed from play and sand in his shoes. He excitedly shows me his projects and tells me funny stories and things he learned from the day. FDL is exceptional. If you have the chance to send your child there, take it. You would be hard pressed to find a more loving and capable setting. We will miss it terribly!

I had my first experience with Pandas last week while in SD for work. It was super easy to book by…read morecalling and I received a follow up email same day to confirm and provide details. Our Nanny Savannah was responsive, showed up early, and my 1.5 year old LOVED hanging out with her. It's been a whole week and he's still talking about her :). I would 100% use Pandas again and would recommend to any parents looking for a reliable service that vets their Nannies. Thank you Pandas!!!

Theresa at Pandas sent Linda over to our Villa suite at La Valencia to care for the flower girls…read moreand other children included in my daughter's wedding. It worked out so well the kids never left the sitter, and preferred to play with the other kids, and do crafts with Linda in the Villa for the evening. My granddaughter said "that was the best party of my life!". I'll be calling again when my grandkids are in town, no more dragging them out for an evening, crying!

I can't say enough great things about the Taylor St ELCA. We have had our two daughters go through…read moreELCA and most importantly I have always felt they are safe and loved there. Miss Marla runs a caring and professional little learning environment. All the teachers have been great, always so kind, enthusiastic and happy! Keep up then good work guys, you're really appreciated!

ELCA has been great with our little one. He has been there since 12 weeks old and all of the…read moreteachers are so kind. Our little one is not the best sleeper and they have worked with him to get him from his 2 minute naps to sometimes 2.5 hours. When we have had developmental concerns, they have worked with us to track his language and skills to be able to provide us with more information.

My son just finished here and is headed off to TK but it is so bittersweet to leave Ridgecity. He…read morehas been attending this daycare since he was 1 and these 3.5 years just flew by! As a full time working mom (and dad too), it is hard to find a place you trust to watch and guide your kid at such a young age. All the teachers here were absolutely wonderful and they showed him how to be creative, social, how to have fun, and nurtured him in his developmental milestones. I couldn't have asked for a better daycare/preschool. When others ask me, I always say I attribute a lot of his positive behaviors to the lessons he learned at daycare. I highly recommend Ridgecity

I had 3 kids go through Ridge City and loved it. It was painful when my kids aged out and had to go…read moreto school and leave. Professionally ran and always on point. My kids loved every teacher and day there.

We couldn't be happier with Michelle and Denise, we brought in our son Nico when he was 9 months…read moreold, and boy it was hard! He wouldn't sleep trough the night, and he was very very attached to me and my husband! Since we brought him to the daycare, he's completely changed, sleeps through the night, he is alway happy and smiling, eats everything now (literally a lot) and we are just so pleased with the schedule that Michelle and Denise put him on! Definitely a 5 star on our books! Tiziano & Megan

I had a very disappointing experience with Michele's Family Daycare. I had a tour scheduled and…read morecalled ahead as a courtesy because my son is currently sick and couldn't attend with me. Rather than being understanding or flexible, I was told they would not conduct the tour unless my child was present. I completely understand the need to meet a child before enrollment. However, a basic tour to review policies, care approach, and pricing should absolutely be something a parent can attend on their own, with a follow-up visit to meet the child. That would have been a reasonable and professional solution. Unfortunately, Denise's tone on the phone was dismissive and rude. Instead of offering to reschedule or work with me, I was essentially told to figure it out myself. It felt like my effort to be responsible by not bringing a sick child into their environment was not respected at all. This interaction left me feeling extremely upset (in tears) and unheard. First impressions matter, especially when it comes to trusting someone with your child. Based on this experience, I would not feel comfortable moving forward with this daycare.

It took me a while to leave this review. Probably because it was so hard for us to say good bye to…read morethe environment. From the Administration to every Teacher and staff at the Vine. The whole experience was great! My daughter started at the Vine at Linda vista. We moved to the Ulrich location as the LV location was for smaller children. They cared for my daughter until she turned 5. If I could have kept her there one more year I would have. I was a single parent who needed help. My daughter was at home with a good sitter but she was ready for new things and to be around new friends. From helping potty train her to helping her learn to write her name, this place was the best experience we could have had. The teachers are all great! No complaints. They were genuine and anything that my daughter needed they were always willing to help her. My daughter was having issues talking and they also helped her develop more vocabulary. They were patient with us and it sure paid off for my little one. If there were any opportunities we faced they were addressed swiftly. We love this place. My daughter still remembers her teachers, Lizzie, Akira, Maria, Mariah, Brittany, Chanel. Today she wanted to go to sleep with her little dragon we bought her at build a bear whom she named Mariah. (One of her teachers) Definitely, miss you guys. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.. it isn't easy being a single parent. Here my daughter learned confidence, vocabulary, shapes, colors, fundamentals. She was so excited about learning she became a very good reader. I attribute these things to the overall environment we all created for her during this impactful age. Thank you all. Thank you for being so patient with us!

Don't trust this place. HIGH TURNOVER RATE. They have new people come in and out. They lost my son,…read moreand was unaware that he was left by himself. They never took accountability and the surveillance video somehow disappeared. Go to a different daycare...don't trust the new reviews.

Cica is a gem! If you have the privilege of sending your child here, have no doubt that your baby…read morewill be in incredible hands. Cica was a gift to our family as first-time parents with no family in San Diego. Our son thrived in her care. She made and offered wonderful homemade meals and healthy snacks. She believes in play-based learning and Montessori style. She facilitates the most creative and amazing activities with the kids. She is clean and no one wears shoes in the house. She is such a positive person and bright light. She has remarkable esthetics. Not to mention, her family who support the daycare, are also such wonderful human beings. My family and I moved back East to be closer to family -- but we were incredibly sad (heartbroken!) to lose her as a caretaker. We love Cica so much. She is irreplaceable.

As a first-time parent, it can be a little daunting trying to find the right daycare for your child…read moreunless you can get a recommendation from someone who has had firsthand experience that you trust and respect.  So, when two families we know very well highly recommended Cica and Lil' Hearts Daycare after their 4 children loved going there, my wife and I didn't hesitate to call her up.  And after almost 2 years of having our son attend Lil' Hearts, we can say WITHOUT A DOUBT that every glowing compliment we ever heard about Cica and her daycare was exactly spot on.  I'm serious when I say this, Cica is like Mary Poppins, but instead of a British accent, she has a Brazilian one.  She has a way with kids you have to see to believe.  She is one of the most loving, sweet, reliable, and nurturing people we know.  As if that wasn't enough, her husband and two amazing children (both 11+ years old) are also there to lend a helping hand.   All the kids in Cica's care are so happy and know they are loved.  They also learn so much from all the different activities and crafts they do each day.  For those familiar with the Montessori schools, she is well versed in those programs and incorporates a lot of their methods of education.  Your child will also learn good manners, creativity with art and music, and how to help, share, and interact with other kids.  As for meals, she prepares everything daily from fresh fruit to chicken or spaghetti and includes snacks your kids will love.  And you'll know exactly what is going on because Cica emails a child summary every day from what they ate to their activities, potty counts, nap times, mood, anything else worth noting, PLUS PHOTOS!  She also goes over a lot of it during pickups and answers any questions you may have.  But you don't have to wait for pickups or drop offs, she's always a text or call away.  And if you're like me, you appreciate when someone is always prompt with a response and she's one of the best.  Lil' Hearts also celebrates every child's birthday and provides parents with Date Nights throughout the year.  Oh, and the graduation ceremony they hold when a child is ready to move on to preschool is such a memorable experience.  Forewarning, it can get a little emotional, especially for those parents with graduating kids.  Anyway, I can't say enough good things about Lil' Hearts Daycare.  We feel truly blessed and lucky to have Cica and her family caring for our little one each day and couldn't imagine him being anywhere else. So, with all that being said, if you ever get the opportunity to take your child to Lil' Hearts Daycare, don't hesitate because you AND your child will be very happy you did!

Timbertoy has been one of the best things to happen to our family! We are so grateful to have found…read morethis school. The quality of care they provide for their kiddos goes beyond our expectations. I especially love their weekly app updates and the daily photos we receive. My son has truly thrived at Timbertoy, and we do not take them for granted!

We've brought both of our children here pretty much from the beginning. We did our tour with…read moreAnakaren in 2023 and she made us feel so comfortable and welcome, that we left there and didn't bother going anywhere else; and she's continued to do our entire time we've been there. We commute here from North County San Diego and despite the long drive, we know there is no better place for our kids to be when we are working. The staff are so communicative and all the teachers know the children's names even if they aren't part of their class. Our older son graduated this past summer and is thriving in TK both academically and socially. I think that has so much to do with what he's learned here. Our younger son has picked up on Spanish very quickly which is also something we are grateful for. They offer part time, full time, and extended days too and even support the littles with potty training. We truly appreciate everyone we've had the pleasure of working with.

My son went to Kids Corner during his entire elementary school years, ending in June 2011. This…read moreplace was a wonderful spot for kids to learn, grow and get exercise. It was extremely well-run, safe and fun for him. He misses his time there. :- )

My son has enjoyed his years at Kid's Corner. It's so convenient for me if I can't get to school on…read moretime to pick him up. They play games and sports outside every day. There is help with homework available and the staff is consistent.

We absolutely love LPE 360!!! It has been a life savior as well as a fun and exciting place for our…read morebaby to go to and enjoy. She is excited every day going to the school and gets to learn so much from the staff and the kids!! We love the updates through the app and truly feel grateful for the sense of safety, happiness, and growth our daughter receives on daily basis. I couldn't recommend this place enough to anyone looking for the best option for their children! Thanks Celine and the team!!

We have had such an amazing experience with LPE! Our son started at the Meade location at 13 months…read moreand has recently transitioned to LPE 360. He has absolutely thrived at both locations! The familial vibe and caring teachers made me feel comfortable and confident that I was leaving my baby in good hands from day one. The staff members are attentive, communicative, and nurturing. My son absolutely loves going to school in the morning and is always happily playing at pick up. I'm so grateful to have found a preschool where my child is so well cared for and loved!