Safety6
Curriculum7
Art/Music5
Infant care7
K-ready6
Teachers7
Compassion8
Mgmt8
Culture8
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- PreschoolsNearMe shows 5.0 Google stars; Facebook 100% recommend from 10 reviews; Yelp 22 reviews updated March 2026 — exceptional cross-platform consistency
- Family-owned and operated by Danny and Crystal Burroughs since March 2000 — 25+ years of owner-managed continuity in Santee
- CCLD license 376700593; capacity 57 children; full-day and half-day programs for infants, toddlers, preschool, pre-kinder, and school-age
- Locally owned and operated — families deal directly with ownership rather than a corporate management layer
- North Magnolia Avenue location — central Santee access from Carlton Hills, Mission Gorge, and surrounding neighborhoods
- Consistent 5-star community sentiment across independent review platforms supports strong parent satisfaction
Considerations
- Google review count not confirmed in public search results — verify exact number on Google Maps before enrolling
- Capacity of 57 — mid-size center; infant spots may fill quickly; contact early for infant enrollment
- No public curriculum details prominently available online — contact center directly to understand program philosophy and daily schedule
- Limited CCLD inspection data surfaced in research — verify current licensing status at ccld.dss.ca.gov
Safety5
Curriculum7
Art/Music7
Infant care4
K-ready6
Teachers8
Compassion8
Mgmt7
Culture8
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars7
Strengths
- Yelp 42 reviews updated May 2026 — highest Yelp volume of Santee centers surveyed
- Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum in a child-directed, project-based environment
- Director Egle described as 'a truly thoughtful, caring, and educated woman who runs a beautiful center full of love and laughter'
- Parent reviews note children attending for 2+ years with consistently positive experiences
- CCLD license 376105001 — capacity 43 children ages 2–5
- Part of established BunnyBears multi-campus organization (also La Mesa and Fletcher Hills)
Considerations
- Yelp star rating not confirmed in search results — visit Yelp to verify exact score
- No infant care — minimum 2 years
- Small capacity (43) means limited availability and likely waitlists
- CCLD citation history not retrieved in public search — verify at ccld.dss.ca.gov
Safety6
Curriculum7
Art/Music5
Infant care7
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt7
Culture8
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- PreschoolsNearMe shows 4.9 Google stars — highest Google-confirmed rating among Santee centers in public research; Yelp 23 reviews updated May 2025
- CCLD license 376600318; capacity 96 children; licensed since 1997 — 27+ years of continuous operation in Santee
- Full age range from 6 weeks to 12 years — infant, toddler, preschool, PreK, and before/after school all in one center
- National KinderCare curriculum with structured developmental milestones and corporate training standards
- Kinside platform shows 4.0 from 16 reviews; parent testimonials note accommodating staff for children with special needs including autism
- Hours 6:00 AM–6:00 PM Monday–Friday — full working-parent window
Considerations
- Google review count not confirmed in public search results — verify exact number on Google Maps before enrolling
- National chain model — program quality depends on individual site director and staff retention; review CCLD inspection history
- Capacity of 96 is the largest in Santee — larger group settings may not suit families preferring smaller, more intimate environments
- Yelp average below 4.0 in some aggregates — cross-reference multiple review platforms for current parent sentiment
Safety6
Curriculum7
Art/Music5
Infant care0
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt7
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- PreschoolsNearMe shows 5.0 Google stars — top-tier Google rating among Santee centers; Yelp shows 4-star aggregate
- CCLD license 370806040; capacity 71 children; serves ages 2–5 with emphasis on kindergarten preparation and spiritual/moral development
- North Magnolia Avenue location — central Santee close to schools and residential neighborhoods
- Faith-based curriculum with intentional focus on spiritual and moral values alongside academic kindergarten readiness
- childcarecenter.us shows one positive parent review praising safety practices, teacher care, and educational focus sustained over 6+ months of enrollment
- Capacity 71 — enough scale to serve multiple family needs while remaining smaller than large chain centers
Considerations
- Google review count not confirmed in public search results — verify exact number on Google Maps before enrolling
- Ages 2–5 only — no infant program and no school-age care beyond preschool
- Faith-based Christian programming — may not suit families seeking a secular environment
- Limited website presence makes it harder to verify current curriculum details and enrollment process without direct contact
Safety5
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care6
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt6
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Winnie 5.0-star rating; Yelp 16 reviews with strong parent praise
- Parents report 'amazing' experience and recommend 'to anyone and everyone'
- Day Care Center license 376600933: no citations across all inspections — clean record
- Serves ages 6 weeks–12 years; open 6:30 AM–6:00 PM
- Teachers described as 'extremely kind, caring, and engaged'
- Licensed since 2003; stable long-running operation
Considerations
- Infant Center license 376600934: 2 Type B citations from April 2023 inspection
- Listed under both 'Tutor Time' and 'Children's Courtyard' branding — may cause confusion for families researching the center
- National chain operation — local management quality may vary
Safety4
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care6
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt6
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- NAEYC-accredited — national quality benchmark
- 4.0 stars on Kinside from 16 reviews; 5.0 stars on Winnie
- Serves 6 weeks to 12 years with full curriculum ladder: infant through Pre-K
- Parents praise director Ana Pacheco as responsive and accessible
- Staff described as 'sweet, kind-hearted, and passionate about their work'
- Open 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM; among longer hours in East County
Considerations
- Day Care Center license 376600318: multiple complaint investigations 2024–2025; citation details not confirmed
- Infant Center license 376600320: 8 Type B citations from 2023 inspection — well above county average of 2.3
- As part of national chain, some families note corporate-feel over community warmth
Safety4
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care6
K-ready6
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt6
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Winnie 5.0 stars; BBB A+ rating; 15 Yelp reviews
- Creative Curriculum used across physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and language domains
- Infant Center license 376700018: zero citations — clean record
- Independently owned since 2004; long community roots in Santee
- Parents describe staff as 'super sweet and attentive to all the kids'
- Sensory play, outdoor time, and science projects enrich daily schedule
Considerations
- Day Care Center license 376700017: 1 Type A citation on record
- Ages 3 months–5 years; no school-age program
- Google review count not confirmed across available sources
Safety6
Curriculum7
Art/Music5
Infant care4
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion6
Mgmt6
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars5
Strengths
- Operated by Santee School District — public institutional oversight and stable funding
- Year-round tuition-based program, ages 2 years 9 months to 5 years
- Child-centered, developmentally appropriate curriculum designed to inspire lifelong love of learning
- CCLD-licensed capacity 60 children; multiple Yale locations across Santee
- Hours 6:30 AM–6:00 PM — broad coverage for working families
Considerations
- School district program model may feel more institutional than smaller boutique centers
- Infant care not offered — minimum age 2 years 9 months
- Enrollment through Santee School District process — may require residency verification
- CCLD citation history not confirmed in public search — verify at ccld.dss.ca.gov
Safety6
Curriculum7
Art/Music5
Infant care6
K-ready6
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt6
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars5
Strengths
- CCLD license 376600933; capacity 76 children; licensed since April 2003 — 20+ years of continuous operation on Cuyamaca Street
- Most recent CCLD inspection (October 2025) with no citations noted — recent clean compliance record
- Care.com lists this location as 'Tutor Time of Santee' with 5.0 from 1 review; Learning Care Group national curriculum standards
- Full age range infant through age 12 — before/after school coverage available alongside preschool programs
- Cuyamaca Street location — central Santee corridor accessible from multiple directions
- National Learning Care Group affiliation provides curriculum resources and staff training programs
Considerations
- Google Maps star rating not confirmed in public search results — verify current rating and count before enrolling
- National chain model — quality varies by individual site director and classroom staff; verify staff tenure during tour
- Only 1 Care.com review found — extremely limited public parent review data makes independent quality verification difficult
- No public-facing curriculum details or staff credentials listed online — contact center directly before enrolling
Safety6
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care7
K-ready4
Teachers6
Compassion7
Mgmt6
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars5
Strengths
- CCLD license 376700018: zero citations across all inspections — clean compliance record
- Small dedicated infant center (capacity 20) — lower ratio environments for youngest children
- Co-located with main preschool; consistent staff across both licenses
Considerations
- Infant-only (up to ~18 months); families must transition to separate license/room at preschool age
- Review data shared with main center — infant-specific parent feedback not isolated
Safety5
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care6
K-ready5
Teachers6
Compassion7
Mgmt6
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars5
Strengths
- 22 Yelp reviews; Facebook 100% recommend from 10 reviews
- Established in Santee since 2000 — over 25 years serving the community
- Capacity 57 children; full infant-through-preschool care
- Parents describe center as nurturing and developmentally stimulating
Considerations
- CCLD license 376700593: 1 Type B citation (April 2025 inspection)
- No confirmed Google rating found across available public sources
- No school-age program offered
Safety5
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care6
K-ready6
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt6
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars5
Strengths
- Yelp 16 reviews updated May 2026 — note business recently renovated per listing
- ResellerRatings: 69 reviews of this campus on tutortime.com — one of the larger feedback pools
- Full age range: infants through Pre-K and private kindergarten
- Coded keypad entry security system; all staff fully California State Licensed and CPR certified
- Director Julie and assistant director Jamie praised by name in parent reviews
- CCLD license 376600933 — capacity 76 children; hours 6:30 AM–6:00 PM
Considerations
- Some reviews mention 11 children per teacher and 4 babies per teacher — higher ratios flagged by parents
- Yelp star rating not confirmed in search results — visit Yelp to verify exact score
- National chain model — teacher continuity dependent on local management
Safety5
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care4
K-ready6
Teachers6
Compassion7
Mgmt6
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars5
Strengths
- Founded 1989 as ministry of New Heights Community Church — 35+ years serving Santee
- CCLD license 370806040 — capacity 71 children ages 2–5
- Yelp page (Village Preschool) lists parent reviews describing staff as 'truly caring' and environment as 'amazing'
- Year-round program; hours 6:30 AM–6:00 PM Monday–Friday
- All teachers hold minimum Associate's degree
Considerations
- Operating name appears to have transitioned from East County Christian Preschool to Village Preschool — confirm current branding before enrolling
- No Yelp star rating confirmed in search results — visit Yelp to verify
- Infant care not offered — 2-year minimum age
- Faith-based Christian environment; not suitable for all families
- CCLD citation history not retrieved in public search — verify at ccld.dss.ca.gov
Safety6
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care4
K-ready6
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt6
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars5
Strengths
- CCLD license 376600484 — clean record: 1 inspection, 1 other visit, 0 substantiated complaints per public data
- Non-profit Catholic preschool operating since November 1998 — 27+ years in the community
- Potty-trained children ages 2–5; small-group intimacy with capacity of 48
- Hours 7:00 AM–5:30 PM Monday–Friday; year-round care
- Director Rosie Prieto has provided long-term leadership stability
Considerations
- Potty-training prerequisite may delay enrollment for younger 2-year-olds
- Infant and toddler care not offered
- Faith-based Catholic environment; not suitable for all families
- Small capacity (48) means limited availability
Safety4
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care5
K-ready6
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt5
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars5
Strengths
- Christ-centered preschool serving children ages 18 months–5 years
- CCLD license 376700052 — established Mission Gorge Rd campus
- Peanut and tree-nut free environment; meals provided — convenience for families
- All teachers hold minimum Associate's degree; hours 6:30 AM–5:30 PM
- Parent reviews include strong positive comments: 'I can't say enough good things about this place'
Considerations
- CCLD inspection reports on file at ccld.dss.ca.gov (2 inspection report references found — verify citations before enrolling)
- Some parent reviews mention safety concerns including a child with sunburn and no incident report filed
- Hours end at 5:30 PM — earlier than most competitors; may not suit late-finishing workdays
- Faith-based Christian environment; not suitable for all families
- No confirmed Yelp star rating in search results — visit Yelp to verify
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