Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in El Cajon. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
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Children's Choice is a California Day Care Center and School Age program at 1465 E Madison Ave in El Cajon, serving infants through school-age children (6 weeks to 16 years) with a capacity of 82. The center operates Monday–Friday from 6 AM to 6 PM, offering full-day care with CPR-certified teachers, daily playground time focused on gross motor skill development, and professional nightly deep cleaning. However, its CCLD license (376600965) carries three Type B citations, most recent from 2023, and complaint investigations remain on file as recently as May 2026; prospective families should request specific details on the nature of these citations and their resolutions before enrollment.
Safety4.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care6.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion6.0
Management5.0
Culture5.0
Extracurriculars5.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Curriculum details not stated on this location page.
Programs & activities: Children spend up to 90 minutes daily on the playground for exercise, free play, and gross motor skill development. Services available for infants through school-age children (6 weeks to 16 years).
What sets it apart: CPR-certified teachers, cameras and fenced-in yard for safety. Professional nightly deep cleaning plus daily surface sanitation. Hours 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM. License #376600965966967. Director: Jenni Grawvunder. Free adjacent parking. Location serves Infants, Preschool, and School Age programs.
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