Best Special Needs Care in San Diego, CA
Fusion Academy provides 1-to-1 instruction, a personalized teaching experience ideal for students with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, anxiety and other learning, social, or emotional differences. These...
Private Middle School
Fusion Academy offers a completely personalized private middle school experience. From classes to scheduling, everything is customized around your student. We balance academics and socialization to create a private junior high school experience unlike any other. Private middle school classes at Fusion Academy are 1-to-1: just 1 student and 1 teacher per class. Teachers match your child’s pace and preferences so they can learn better, dive deeper, and never get left behind. Schedules are customized around your family’s goals and plans. Students connect and collaborate with peers in a safe and structured environment. Coursework is completed as part of the school day. Daily reports for each class session are communicated to parents from your student’s teachers. NOTE: Tuition rates are calculated per course, per term and will vary based on the student’s custom curriculum.
Private High School
Fusion Academy is a fully accredited private high school. We prepare students for life after high school with 1-to-1 classes and a completely personalized education experience. Private high school classes at Fusion have just one teacher and one student. Teachers can accelerate or slow down based on your student’s needs and personalize course content for your student’s interests. Schedules are customized around your family’s goals and plans. Students connect and collaborate with peers in a safe and structured environment. Coursework is completed as part of the school day. Daily reports for each class session are communicated to parents from your student’s teachers. NOTE: Tuition rates are calculated per course, per term and will vary based on the student’s custom curriculum.
Also offers: Classes for Credit, Tutoring & Mentoring Programs
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Fusion Academy provides 1-to-1 instruction, a personalized teaching experience ideal for students with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, anxiety and other learning, social, or emotional differences. These...
Classes for Credit
Fusion Academy offers core and elective classes for middle and high school credit. In our personalized environment, students can accelerate or remediate. Students come to us to make up a grade, tackle a tough class, get ahead in credits, or take a unique class not offered at their school. NOTE: Tuition pricing will vary based on the student’s custom curriculum.
Private Middle School
Fusion Academy offers a completely personalized private middle school experience. From classes to scheduling, everything is customized around your student. We balance academics and socialization to create a private junior high school experience unlike any other. Private middle school classes at Fusion Academy are 1-to-1: just 1 student and 1 teacher per class. Teachers match your child’s pace and preferences so they can learn better, dive deeper, and never get left behind. Schedules are customized around your family’s goals and plans. Students connect and collaborate with peers in a safe and structured environment. Coursework is completed as part of the school day. Daily reports for each class session are communicated to parents from your student’s teachers. NOTE: Tuition rates are calculated per course, per term and will vary based on the student’s custom curriculum.
Also offers: Private High School, Tutoring & Mentoring Programs
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Every day, we’re nurturing young learners and preparing children for a bright future. At Childtime, our sensitive, respectful teachers are building trusting, secure relationships with children that...
Pre-K
Your child’s school readiness is the most important thing to us and that’s the focus of our Pre-K program. Building on Preschool learning, we focus on problem solving, responsive listening, language usage, and social skills. Our Focus on Literacy™ program features in-school and at-home activities designed to improve your child’s literacy and cognition in areas such as vocabulary development and alphabet knowledge. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Before & After School
Get ready for a great start and finish to every school day. In our Before- and After-School Clubhouse for school-age students, we provide a mix of independent and organized activities, education and recreation, plus order and routine for their mornings and afternoons. This program focuses on: daily goal-setting, team-building exercises, healthy physical challenges, homework help, and community projects. We also offer flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule and additional opportunities during school breaks, holidays, and summer vacation. And there may be transportation to and from your elementary school. Ask the director for details.
Also offers: Drop-In Care, Wondercamp, Twos, and more
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Speaks Spanish
Our preschool program combines learning and play in a safe, nurturing environment, helping children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Whether students are engaged in...
Toddlers
Our Toddler program provides opportunities for children to physically explore their world inside the classroom and on the playground. They also begin more structured activities, such as learning centers and circle time. Your toddler will begin learning concepts of color and size, build their vocabulary, and explore foundational scientific concepts. Our teachers understand the challenges that one-year-olds face in a social learning setting, and have experience in helping them adjust to the give and take of the classroom environment.
Beginners
The Beginner program, for children ages 2-3, introduces more routine and structure to the children’s activities and schedule. Your child will build vocabulary, learn foundational mathematical skills, and will be encouraged to use simple reasoning to explain everyday occurrences. The concepts of social studies, diversity, and Spanish are introduced as our Beginners examine and explore the world around them.
Also offers: Intermediates, Pre-K, Infants
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Kid Ventures Preschool Academy in 4S Ranch is a boutique learning center that blends the philosophies of Maria Montessori and Reggio Emilia. Designed with a "play-to-learn" approach, the school offers...
Kid Ventures Preschool Academy
Our Toddler program emphasizes social-emotional growth and physical development in a secure, boutique setting. We support emerging independence through sensory play and imaginative exploration in our indoor villages, building the foundation for a lifelong love of learning.
Kid Ventures Preschool Academy (4SRanch)
Preschoolers at Kid Ventures thrive in a play-based, experiential environment. Our curriculum balances child-led discovery with teacher-guided literacy and math activities. We foster imagination and confidence, helping children navigate social boundaries in a supportive, creative community.
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Speaks Spanish
I’m a licensed daycare provider at Sunny Smiles Kids Club in the La Jolla / San Diego area. I offer a warm, safe, and loving environment where little ones can learn, play, and grow. Our days include...
Special Needs Care
Toddler Care Program
Also offers: Sunny Smiles Kids Club, Sunny Smiles Kids Club
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This is place where we offer a balanced academic Preschool curriculum that help each child, rich age, appropriate milestones in cognitive, artistic, physical, and social development
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Provider offering childcare services to young children. Learning and relationship-building take place in an environement that is made to feel like home. Children are assisted in the development of...
Speaks Spanish
KYY’s Tender Care is a nurturing, play-based home daycare in San Diego, serving infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children. We specialize in early childhood development through hands-on learning,...
Special Needs Care
Infant Care Program
Also offers: Preschool Program, Toddler Care Program
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Home provider offering childcare services to infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Curriculum features music and movement, sensory enrichment, singing, painting, storytelling, sports, and...
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Christian-based preschool program. Children learn through hands-on experiences and field trips, and lessons cover the alphabet, shapes, early phonetics, and other skills that will prepare children for...
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Robbins Nest Nursery is a licensed in-home daycare for infants from ages newborn to 18 months. We maintain a small ratio (2:1) in order to provide quality care to each child. Our program is focused on...
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Cuddles Academy offers loving, small-group childcare with 20+ years of early education experience. We focus on social-emotional growth, self-help skills, and kindergarten prep — all in a screen-free,...
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Play based preschool program located at the Aviary facility of the Scripps Ranch, Swim, and Racquet Club. Flexible schedules offered.
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Preschool that offers a variety of part-time programs. Facility offers a playground, classrooms, and a reading room. Curriculum is focused on words, math, and shapes. Additional summer program is...
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Enrichment extended day program. Children are given the choice to participate in homework assistance, sports activities, or arts & crafts.
Speaks Spanish
Christian daycare program offering toddler and PreK care. Children are encouraged to develop spiritually, socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively. Art, pre-reading, math, and dramatic play...
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Christian preschool and school with time set aside for outdoor recreation within the daily schedule. Curriculum includes hands-on learning activities, including art and circle time. Classrooms are...
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Spanish-speaking, home-based daycare provider serving children and families in the Otay Mesa West area. Children have access to a variety of age-appropriate toys and activities, as well as an outdoor...
Speaks Spanish
Play based preschool that incorporates the Gospel into the school day. Program offers religious curriculum with hands on developmental activities based on a weekly theme. Daily curriculum includes...
Speaks Spanish
We provide childcare and early learning services. Creativity-based curriculum is used to offer preparation for Kindergarten. Program is dedicated to encouraging the enhancement of children's gifts and...
Speaks Spanish
I have over 7 years of experience providing care for children in a Reggio Emilia-inspired center. I provide an engaging environment for children to explore and develop as they grow.
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Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your preschooler for kindergarten, or supporting your elementary student (up to age 12) in the morning...
Preschool
For any child, preschool education is an essential step on the path to kindergarten. We want the best for your child and that’s why this program focuses on their personal development with customized curriculum and lesson plans to meet their individual developmental needs. In this classroom, children are given an increasing sense of independence, while also learning how to relate to others through large-group activities which are an essential part of the day. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Wondercamp
An action-packed summer for children (ages 2 to 12). Our exciting Wonder Weeks include topics and activities designed to spark curiosity and imagination. We serve healthy food, play outside daily, and take field trips too! Parents will love our app with live streaming video and photo highlights.
Also offers: Toddlers, Early Preschool, Junior Kindergarten, and more
Speaks Spanish
At our in-home daycare, we provide a safe, loving, and fun space where children can learn, play, and grow. With over 10 years of childcare experience, we focus on nurturing curiosity, kindness, and...
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Play based Christian preschool that includes all subject areas in the curriculum taught. Math, oral and written language, music, art, science, active movement, small motor skills, creativity, and...
Speaks Spanish
In-home early childhood program offering children structured routines and experiential learning. Curriculum encourages cognitive, physical, and social growth and daily lessons cover art, music,...
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Christian preschool program with focus on hands-on activities. Curriculum provides learning activities in a variety of areas, including literacy, music, and STEM, while also enjoying dramatic play....
Speaks Spanish
Daycare center offering toddler care, PreK classes, summer camps, and tutoring. The PreK program curriculum focuses on math, reading, music, geography, science, language, practical life skills, and...
Speaks Spanish
A dual curriculum preschool. Students are taught using Common Core standards, and also learn Judaic culture and values. Preschoolers work on gross motor development, literacy skills, math and science,...
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Program that combines a Reggio Emilia style program with a variety of child development principles to create a project based curriculum. An emphasis is placed on inclusion and diversity. Activities...
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Established, play-based Christian preschool program. Students participate in hands-on learning experiences, including science experiments, fine and gross motor skill activities, music, and water play....
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PreK program on the Gillispie School campus. The PreK program offers care for toddlers and PreK students. Reggio Emila-inspired curriculum prepares children to enter kindergarten. Age appropriate...
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Program that provides care and education as well as Jewish history and culture. Children have the opportunity to explore and participate in play-based learning balanced with structured lessons geared...
Speaks Spanish
Welcome families! I like to prepare children with the intention of building fundamental skills and knowledge that will help when they enter pre-school. Our curriculum consists of an immersion between...
Speaks Spanish
Family home daycare featuring English and Chinese languages and instruction for toddlers and preschoolers. Goal is to create an atmosphere where formal class time and free play are offered. Providers...
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A Montessori program that encourages children to make choices about their learning. Children interact in small groups or alone. Some of the areas covered are practical life (cooking, gardening, large...
Speaks Spanish
Hands on, play based preschool. Children are exposed to a curriculum that includes math, science, language, cultures, music, art, and health.
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Child care located near freeways 805, 5, and 94. We also accept different programs. Children engage in activities that encourage growth and creativity such as paint, crafts, sand and play doh. A...
Speaks Spanish
At Bright Horizons®, we make sure the early years are full of learning and fun. Our early education and preschool program paves the way for school success, with support for each child’s individual...
Toddler Care
Our toddler program is designed to provide a safe place for your newly independent child to test out and learn new skills, wonder about everything, and discover how to make friends.
Summer Explorations
Summer Explorations at Bright Horizons® has everything under the sun: action-packed days, engaging projects, fun and educational activities, and more. Here, preschoolers (ages 3-5) and school-age children (ages 6-12) will have the opportunity to enjoy what summer has to offer, and our safe environment will give you the peace of mind you need.
Also offers: Kindergarten Prep, Infant Care, Preschool, and more
Speaks Spanish
French immersion program designed to provide a rigorous educational experience in the French style. An emphasis is placed on developing problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Children are...
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Christian program that provides education through child led exploration. Activities include holiday parties, chapel, art, cooking, science, music, basic Spanish, and gardening. Children will have...
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Preschool program with an emphasis on independence and learning through exploration. Activities include life skills, outdoor play, music, reading, puzzles, art, and sensory play. Academics are...
Speaks Spanish
Before and after school program for K-5th grade. Morning care starts at 6:45 am until school begins and the afternoon program goes until 6:15pm. Organized homework time, as well as outdoor activities.
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Faith based preschool program. Child centered, teacher directed to prepare children for kindergarten.
Speaks Spanish
Center and preschool that focuses on curriculum such as math, science, problem-solving, language, literacy, coordination, and social development. Beginning at six weeks, children can be enrolled in...
Speaks Spanish
Jerabek Elementary School is a public school in San Diego, CA, located at 10050 Avenida Magnifica. It serves kindergarten through fifth grade and offers programs like Gifted & Talented Education and...
Speaks Spanish
An English/Spanish Bilingual Immersion Montessori school for ages 18 months to kindergarten, including Transitional Kindergarten (TK). Our bilingual immersion program is integrated into the Montessori...
Speaks Spanish
Preschool facility with colorful, clean, and play-based classrooms arranged to engage young learners. Curriculum fosters growth and age-appropriate development in all areas, such as language, motor...
Speaks Spanish
Silver Gate Elementary School, located at 1499 Venice St in San Diego, CA, is a public elementary school within the San Diego Unified School District. It serves grades K-4 and offers a Gifted &...
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Miramar Ranch Elementary School, located at 10770 Red Cedar Dr in San Diego, CA, offers a quality education emphasizing STEAM programs and the Leader in Me initiative. The school supports diverse...
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Guides
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The Cost of Childcare in California
Curious how much daycare or preschool really costs in California? We break down average childcare rates by city, age, and program type—based on real data from local providers.
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What Are the Four Types of Special Needs?
The term "special needs" is often used to describe a wide variety of conditions or differences, particularly in children. We’re breaking down the different kinds of needs or challenges children might have, that could be considered special needs.
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Where Can I Find Special Needs Daycare?
Finding the right childcare setting can feel overwhelming, especially if your child has high support needs. From securing the right services to finding the right caregiver, there are a lot of things to consider.