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Welcome to Rancho San Diego KinderCare

Welcome to Rancho San Diego KinderCare! We’re located in La Mesa, CA, bordering El Cajon and Spring Valley. Our loving, enduring, and experienced staff will ensure your child feels at home while away from it. Our programs keep your child safe and healthy as well as encourage them to play, learn and explore. We strive to create an inviting and supportive classroom for children, regardless of background or ability.

Our classrooms are places to thrive! 
In our safe and healthy classrooms, your child will be engaged in learning experiences that meet them where they are, both socially and academically. With fun daily activities, passionate teachers, and great friends, a lifetime of confidence starts here. Contact the center director to learn more about our child care options and schedule a tour! 

Meet Kendra Dedmon, Our Center Director

Meet Kendra Dedmon! She is the Center Director at Rancho San Diego KinderCare in California. Kendra attended Grossmont Community College. She has been with KinderCare for seven years, and before that she was an assistant director. Outside of work, Kendra enjoys going on road trips, being in the snow, supporting her children’s sports and spending time with her family. Her favorite quote is, “Children are great imitators, so give them something great to imitate.”

• Rancho San Diego KinderCare Programs
• Our Teachers
• Family Stories
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AMERICA’S MOST ACCREDITED

We’re so proud!

Nationally only 10% of daycares are accredited – nearly 100% of our learning centers are. That’s a big difference,
and that means KinderCare kids are getting the very best. Here’s why.

SCHOOL-READY

What Learning Looks Like

Our talented early-childhood teachers set kids down the path toward becoming lifelong learners in a positive, safe, and nurturing environment.

Rancho San Diego KinderCare Programs

Infant Programs (6 weeks–1 year)

Leaving your baby in someone else’s care is a big step. Everyone at our
centers—most importantly, our naturally gifted infant teachers—will work with
you to make sure the transition goes smoothly. When you step into our infant
classroom, you’ll see how much we want your infant to feel safe, loved, and
ready to explore their world.

Toddler Programs (1–2 Years)

Everything in our toddler classroom is designed for little explorers. That’s
because a lot is going on at this age. When your child is wandering all over the
place, that means they’re learning and discovering new things every day. We’ll
help them explore their interests (and find new ones!) as they play and learn.

Discovery Preschool Programs (2–3 Years)

This age is filled with so much wonder and curiosity. That’s why we offer a ton
of books and toys and bring artwork down to kids eye level. Children in
discovery preschool also begin to learn how we all work together in a
classroom. Simple math and science, pretend play, and group play help them
get used to a more structured school setting.

Preschool Programs (3–4 Years)

This age is all about expression, when kids really start to form their own ideas
about what they want to play and how they want to create. Every day in our
preschool classroom, your child will explore science experiments, create
artwork, and play pretend—all the skills needed for their big next step:
kindergarten!

Prekindergarten Programs (4–5 Years)

When you walk into one of our pre-K classrooms, you’ll see artwork and
writing displayed around the room. Labels are everywhere to help kids connect
letters with words. You’ll also see pictures on the walls that reflect the families
in our community.  Your child will also deepen their knowledge in language,
math, science, Spanish, and social skills.

Before- and After-School Programs (5–12 Years)

You can count on us to provide reliable care for your school-ager while you’re
at work, with safe transportation from our center to your child’s school and
back! Whether your child wants to start a drama club, build a volcano, or
create a comic book, they will have a place to follow their dreams. Your child
will start and end the day with a whole lot of fun!

School Break Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)

Winter break, spring break, summer break—when school’s out (but you still need to work), you
can count on KinderCare to provide a safe and supportive learning environment that’s focused
on fun. We welcome children ages 5–12 during school break times and make sure they have a
sensational, screen-free experience they won’t forget.

Participating Child Care Aware Center

KinderCare partners with Child Care Aware® of America to offer fee assistance for
Active Duty military families and flexible support to fit their needs when care at a Child
Development Center on the installation is not available.

Learning Adventures – Enrichment Program

Cooking Academy™ (3 – 12 Years)

In Cooking Academy, kids learn new recipes from cultures around the world and
develop a healthy relationship with food. They’ll whip up everything from Southwest
rainbow lettuce wraps to pumpkin muffins, building their skills in STEM, communication,
and more along the way. And yes—little chefs get to eat their culinary creations!

Music Explorers™ (2 – 4 Years)

KinderCare families are already giving a standing ovation to our newest Learning
Adventures program: Music Explorers! Kids will learn to sing, move, listen, play
instruments, and even create their own tunes. Our original curriculum blends math,
science, social studies, literacy, and mindfulness (think yoga!) for a uniquely KinderCare
way of learning the foundations of music.

Phonics Adventures® (2 – 4 Years)

Learning how to read is a whole lot of fun at KinderCare! We help kids grow to love
books and words (and get ready for kindergarten) in our Phonics Adventures program.
From discovering the basics of vowels to practicing poetry, kids learn all about letters
and sounds in small-group lessons made just for their age group. (Bonus: Kids who
attend our phonics program are more prepared than their peers for school—and we
have the data to prove it.)

Spanish

Spanish Adventures provides young learners with a foundation for later success with
the Spanish language. Music, games, children’s Spanish literature, and other tools give
children multiple opportunities to hear, practice, and see Spanish language to develop
vocabulary and conversation skills. Curriculum includes lessons on greetings, numbers,
colors, animals, family, body parts, and pets, as well as how to engage conversationally
during common scenarios at home, a restaurant, or at the zoo.

STEM Innovators (3-8 Years)

You’ve probably heard a lot about how important STEM education is for your child, but
what does that really mean? Our STEM Innovators program takes kids’ natural ability to
make sense of the world and applies it to robotics, chemistry, coding, geology, and
more. While your child experiments, they’ll discover how to use technology to do
amazing things!

Our Teachers

We’re the only company in early childhood education to select teachers based on natural talent. Being a great educator isn’t enough though.
KinderCare teachers are also amazing listeners, nurturers, boo-boo fixers, and smile-makers. Put more simply,
we love our teachers and your child will, too.

Meet just a few of our amazing KinderCare teachers!

A KINDERCARE TEACHER WITH

An Artist’s Heart

“My classroom is full of art!” says Mary Annthipie-Bane, an award-winning early childhood educator at KinderCare. Art and creative expression, she says, help children discover who they really are.

We put our best-in-class teachers in a best-in-class workplace. We’re so proud to have been named one of Gallup’s 37 winners of the Great Workplace Award.
When you put great teachers in an engaging center, your children will experience
an amazing place to learn and grow.

Family Stories

Don’t take our word for it. Hear what our families have to say about our amazing center!

• My children come home full of exciting stories each day and on the weekends I am asked if they get to go to school. As a teacher, I am very picky on the education that my children receive. I am completely happy with the curriculum that the classrooms use. My four-year-old is challenged academically to prepare her for kindergarten, but still has plenty of opportunity to play and still be a kid. The classrooms are developmentally appropriate for each age group, with engaging centers for the children to explore, imagine, and play. The teachers are well trained and genuinely care about the well being of the children, as they learn as grow. I would not want take my children anywhere else. I love that KinderCare has family events, like the Halloween Carnival, Mommy and Me Tea, and the Christmas show. These events allow parents to chat with their child’s teachers and meet other parents. It is nice to feel like a community. Because of this, I know that KinderCare is a home away from home for my girls.

  Amanda F. – KinderCare Parent

• My 3 year-old twin girls really love their experience at the Rancho San Diego KinderCare! When I pick them up and ask how their day was, they always say “great!” and tell me something special that happened. I can tell they have strong bonds with their teachers because they tell me stories about each one that they interact with… it’s so sweet and makes me feel like my children are safe and well cared for. I love the fact that KinderCare sends home so many photos from their activities and days at the center—I have been nothing short of impressed with every aspect of their time there. We love it!

  Laurie C. – KinderCare Parent

Share Your Story


If you have a story about your experience at KinderCare,

please share your story with us
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Who Are KinderCare Families?

They hail from hundreds of cities across the country from countless backgrounds, and proudly represent every walk in life. What our families have in common,
though, is the want to give their children the best start in life. We are so proud to be their partner in parenting.

Hear from just a few of our amazing KinderCare families.

A Globe-Trotting Family Finds A

Home in Houston

Four young children, four different passports, two languages, two full-time jobs…oh, and a few triathlons thrown in for good measure.
Meet the globe-trotting Colettas—a family on the go.

Frequently Asked Questions

What accreditations does KinderCare have?

We are your trusted caregiver. Our centers are state-licensed and regularly inspected to make sure everything meets or exceeds standards, including child-to-teacher ratios and safe facilities. Our centers aren’t just licensed—most are accredited, too! Find out more.

Do you offer part-time schedules at Rancho San Diego KinderCare?

Everybody’s schedule is different. We’re happy to offer quality, affordable part-time and full-time childcare. Drop-in care may also be available. Reach out to your Center Director to learn more.

How does naptime work at Rancho San Diego KinderCare?

Our teachers meet every child’s needs during naptime. Our teachers know how to get babies to nap. In fact, they are pros at getting children of any age to nap. Visit our article on “10 Ways We Help Kids Get a Great Daycare Nap” to learn more.

Do you support alternative diets?

We strive to be as inclusive as possible. To that point, we provide a vegetarian option at mealtime, take care to not serve common allergens and can adapt menus based on your child’s food sensitivities. If your child has additional needs, we’ll work with you to figure out a plan.

Are meals included in tuition? Can I choose to send my child with lunch?

We provide nutritious meals and snacks developed by a registered dietician to meet the needs of rapidly growing bodies and minds. If your child has special dietary requirements and you would prefer to bring in their lunch, please make arrangements with the center director.

Does my child need to be potty-trained?

Every child begins toilet learning at a different age. Until your child shows an interest in toilet learning, we’ll provide diaper changes on an as-needed basis. When your child shows an interest, we’ll discuss how to work together to encourage toilet learning.

Daycares & Child Care Centers in Rancho San Diego, CA

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We welcome you and your little one to our Rancho San Diego daycares.

KinderCare partners with families in Rancho San Diego, CA to provide high-quality daycare at an affordable cost. Our approach is designed to inspire a love of learning in your child, creating a safe and supportive environment where they can build Confidence for Life. KinderCare teachers give children the freedom to be themselves, explore, and make friends.

Find one of our child care centers at a location near you!

Whether you are looking for part-time or full-time child care, KinderCare offers an affordable option with plenty of fun and learning. Currently we have 7 daycares & child care centers in or nearby Rancho San Diego which can be found just below.

7 Daycares & Child Care Centers in
Rancho San Diego,
CA

1. 1. Rancho San Diego KinderCare

   1.3 miles Away:
   3655 Via Mercado,
   La Mesa,
   CA
   91941
   Ages:
   6 weeks to 5 years
   Open:6:00 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F

   TUITION & OPENINGS

   (619) 670-9388

2. 2.

   El Cajon KinderCare

   1.7 miles Away:
   1470 Jamacha Rd,
   El Cajon,
   CA
   92019
   Ages:
   6 weeks to 12 years
   Open:6:00 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F

   TUITION & OPENINGS

   (619) 588-5959

3. 3. Spring Valley KinderCare

   2.3 miles Away:
   10130 Rothgard Rd,
   Spring Valley,
   CA
   91977
   Ages:
   6 weeks to 12 years
   Open:6:00 AM to 5:30 PM, M-F

   TUITION & OPENINGS

   (619) 670-6566

4. 4.

   Eastlake KinderCare

   6.9 miles Away:
   2354 Fenton St,
   Chula Vista,
   CA
   91914
   Ages:
   6 weeks to 12 years
   Open:6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F

   TUITION & OPENINGS

   (619) 656-9853

5. 5. San Carlos KinderCare

   7.1 miles Away:
   7007 Golfcrest Dr,
   San Diego,
   CA
   92119
   Ages:
   6 weeks to 5 years
   Open:7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, M-F

   TUITION & OPENINGS

   (619) 461-5771

6. 6.

   Santee KinderCare

   7.9 miles Away:
   9735 Cuyamaca St,
   Santee,
   CA
   92071
   Ages:
   6 weeks to 5 years
   Open:6:00 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F

   TUITION & OPENINGS

   (619) 562-3423

7. 7. Chula Vista KinderCare

   9.6 miles Away:
   1101 Paseo Ladera,
   Chula Vista,
   CA
   91910
   Ages:
   6 weeks to 12 years
   Open:6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F

   TUITION & OPENINGS

   (619) 482-1800

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Frequently Asked Questions about Daycare

How many KinderCare daycares are there in Rancho San Diego

There are 7 KinderCare daycare centers within 15 miles of Rancho San Diego.

What types of daycare programs are offered in Rancho San Diego?

We have a wide range of programs available in Rancho San Diego, including full-time and part time daycare for infants and toddlers.

How do I select the right daycare for my child?

When it comes to selecting the best daycare center that will promote your child’s growth and the well-being of your family, the process may appear daunting. We are here to offer guidance and simplify the decision-making process for you. To see our list of the top 6 factors to keep in mind as you look for the perfect daycare center, please click here.

What is accreditation and are Rancho San Diego KinderCare centers accredited?

Accreditation is an official review process performed by a nationally-recognized outside agency. Our centers pursue national accreditation from one of three national child care accreditation agencies:

• National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
• National Accreditation Commission for Early Care and Education Programs (NAC)
• National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)

To find out which accreditations the KinderCare daycare centers in Rancho San Diego have, please visit the individual center pages.

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Botanical Garden

In the resort town of Encinitas, just south of Carlsbad, is the stunning San Diego Botanic Garden. This is a wonderful place where it is pleasant to spend some time in the shade. There is a waterfall, unique and rare plants, and one of the largest bamboo groves in the world. Play areas are specially equipped for children, where kids will definitely like jumping stones, a funny alphabet and more. A visit to the botanical garden will certainly leave the best impressions.

How to get there:

By car from the I-5 motorway. The distance is 42 km and the travel time is about 25 minutes from the center of San Diego.

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Del Mar Racecourse

There is a large Del Mar Racetrack in the San Diego area. Every year from mid-June to mid-September, races are held here, in which the best racehorses and professional jockeys participate, and a holiday is organized at the end of the event. In this arena, competitions have been held since 1937 years old and they have become a local tradition.

How to get there:

By car, guided by the navigator.

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Chula Vista

Chula Vista is one of the closest suburbs of San Diego (11 km), whose name means “beautiful sunset”. In this picturesque town there are many beautiful places where tourists should definitely visit. Visiting sights can be combined with walking along hiking trails and relaxing in parks.

Living Coast Discovery Center

Living Coast Discovery Center is an environmental education center where visitors can learn about the flora and fauna of Southern California and San Diego Bay. It is home to over 350 species of animals and birds. On its territory there is an interactive aquarium, and special programs are held for children and teenagers, which include night excursions and many other entertainments that broaden their horizons.

Elite Athlete Training Center Chula Vista

Over 62 hectares is a modern training center for Olympic and Paralympic athletes. This campus has sports and support facilities for eight Olympic sports: archery, canoeing, cycling, field hockey, rowing, football, softball, and athletics, and is also home to the USA rugby team. The SoCal Showdown, a national archery tournament, is held annually in Chula Vista. Visitors to the center can go on a free self-guided tour of the facilities.

How to get there:

By car from downtown San Diego or bus number 929 from Main St & Cesar E Chavez Pkwy every 20 minutes. Travel time is about 20 minutes.

Chula Vista © Roy Bartels / Shutterstock

Hotel del Coronado

The famous Coronado Hotel is located in the town of the same name on a peninsula connected to the mainland by a bridge. It was built at the end of the 19th century and for a long time remained one of the best in the world. Hollywood stars and presidents rested here, in the middle of the last century a film with Marilyn Monroe “Some Like It Hot” was shot here, and in 19The Hotel del Coronado was designated a National Historic Landmark in the United States in 1977. Currently, it continues to receive guests and is open for tours of tourists, both outside and inside.

How to get there:

By bus number 901 from 10th Av & Park Bl (departures every 30 minutes) or by car, guided by the navigator.

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