DO IT! As a new mom, I was terrified of dropping off my 12-week-old baby for the first time! Boy did God have me at Cecy's daycare on purpose. Cecy, Dolce & Lany became part of our family. They helped me navigate the beginning stages of motherhood and event helped push me along when I needed nudges for development cues like food, play etc. They provide high quality food, mostly outdoor play and a loving environment for these kiddos to grow. We moved out of the state and truly the hardest part of leaving was saying goodbye to our daycare family. It's been almost a year and we still text each other updates and hope to host Cecy in our home to visit the kiddo's. If you're looking for a place to bring your babies to be loved, nurtured, disciplined and deeply cared for, come to Cecy's. You won't regret it! read more

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I highly recommend Cecy's Daycare. Our son was there for 1.5 years (age 1 to 2.5) and it was the best decision we could have made for him. Miss Cee cee and her Team have been together for well over 20 years and it shows. From education to arts and crafts, our lil guy came home with something new he learned every day. My favorite part of this daycare is they are bilingual, so not only was he learning in English, but Spanish as well. If you want your child to look forward to daycare, this is the place! read more

Choosing a daycare is not easy task. But Ceci Dulce and Leilani put us to ease quickly. You could see how happy the kids were and how the older friends were so well behaved. Both my kids started here as 5 month olds and stayed until 2.5-3.5 years old. They flourished in the home daycare environment. My kids became independent eaters of Ceci's home cooked meals, learned how to be kind and patient friends, learned sign language and Spanish, and were potty trained. Great foundations to the next steps of preschool. We are so thankful of Ceci, especially during the pandemic. They take the utmost precautions with the kids health. We throughly enjoyed our time with them. read more

Ceci is great! We have been sending our son to Ceci's school for almost 4 years now ever since he was 3 months old and he has done so well! Not only does she teach him Spanish but as a baby and toddler he learned baby sign language too which was so helpful for communicating! And now he is basically fluent in Spanish and English, which we speak at home. He also learned all his letters and how to count to 60 in English and Spanish before the age of 3! He is now learning how to write letters, sounds, words, and color in the lines. We decided not to send him to a traditional preschool this coming year because he has done so well here and we believe he is learning way more at Ms Ceci than he would at any other school. She also sends us lots of pictures and videos which are great. They do play time, reading time, sing songs and even have small chores to help teach responsibility. My son now pushes in other kids chairs when they get up from the table but without any judgement, just as if clearly they forgot. And they cook breakfast, lunch, and snack there too! He eats so healthy there. Lentil soup, alphabet pasta and veggie soup, fresh fruit with crema, eggs sautéed with zucchini and cheese (all from scratch!)...he eats better than me and he loves it! He won't eat chicken nuggets but he will throw down some lentil soup especially if Ceci or Dulce made it. Ms Ceci also has a garden and backyard area so my son has learned about growing fruits and vegetables as well as recycling and composting too, haha. And thankfully they have remained open throughout the Covid-19 pandemic. Because it is a small daycare and there is a large outdoor area which is covered from the sun where the kids learn, eat and play, they can easily socially distance and she makes sure the kids over 2 wear masks the entire day. She even makes kids masks herself and has made my son several masks where he gets to pick out the fabric so he loves to wear them. She cleans and sanitizes regularly and has had access to cleaning supplies, hand sanitizer and everything else needed throughout this time so we feel very comfortable sending our son there. And the place is so clean! Even when we first saw Ceci's school 4 years ago we were struck by how clean and organized everything was (while still feeling comfortable) and how well behaved and happy all the children were. Ceci has helped me and my husband become better parents as she helps us navigate how to educate, discipline and feed him healthily. Ceci and Dulce have both almost become like family, which is what most past families have said too. I often see children come back many years later just to say hi because she made such a huge impact on them. Even our parents approve of her watching their only grandchild which says a lot! I cannot imagine how different our lives would have been without Ms Ceci and I am so thankful so we found such an amazing environment for my son. read more

CECY’s Day care - Ms Ceci cooking a healthy lunch for the kids (pre Covid days). - Preschools Near Me - Culver City, California

This is the best environment for kids! Ceci and Dulce are amazing. They are so loving and nurturing while still making sure the children understand the importance of being polite and respecting others. My daughter has been going here since she was about 4 months old (She is now 19 months) and I couldn't be more thankful to have found this place. She has learned so much here, including Spanish, and always knows to say please and thank you like Ceci taught her. I highly recommend to anyone who is looking for not only a daycare but a learning environment that will help shape their child for future success. read more

Ceci and Dulce are wonderfulMy 3 year old granddaughter just started and is loving it. The kindness and care provided is eviden in the positive changes we are already seeing. read more

Our family is so grateful to Cecy, Dulce and Leilani for their loving care of our kids the past few years. Both of our children started as infants and blossomed at this daycare. We love watching them learn their ABCs, colors and shapes in Spanish and they've made great friendships. The home-cooked meals are always a hit, and both have successfully learned to use the potty thanks to Cecy. Definitely check them out if you need great care for infants and toddlers! read more

Caring, affectionate, trustworthy women. I never hesitated leaving my daughter from 6 months old. She flourished and was all smiles at drop off and pick up. Can't ask for more than peace of mind. Thank you Ceci, Dulce and Lelani!!! read more

Ceci and Dulce are amazing. Both my babies/toddlers were raised by them during their first months/year and I cant thank them enough for been so caring as well as strict with them. Both happy toddlers with good manners and love their food. Would recommend Ceci School to anyone that want their kids to feel care as they were with a family member. read more

Ceci's school was a great daycare center for my twin toddler boys last year - they still remember when they were there! She was a HUGE help with potty training - even being really good at training parents too on how to do this and we couldn't thank her enough. She really opened up the kids to get along peacefully and collaboratively. When we went to pick up the boys, one of them didn't even show a look of "can't wait to come home" but rather, he was so attentive with completing his project of counting in Spanish, which in itself is an amazing 2nd language to learn thanks to Ceci. read more

We found Ceci by referral when we moved to LA from NY. We needed a Spanish immersion day care and someone on a Facebook group suggested her. We have no family here and we were so worried we weren't going to find quality care, but Ceci and Dulce are the most loving people and take such great care of the kids. They feel like extended family! We have been attending for 4 years and both of my daughters have gone to Ceci's School. We even forewent pre-school for my older daughter and just kept her there through Kinder because she was learning and growing and HAPPY in a small, play-based, but still structured environment. We couldn't have asked for anything more for our girls. read more

CeCe's SCHOOL is great! I know she's listed as more a Family Daycare but both our kids go (have gone here) and they both love it here. Not only are they provided a warm and loving environment with lots of toys and a nice clean space to play, CeCe and Dulce (who's been there for 5 yrs as her lead teacher) always provide a really nice warm lunch for the kids that is honestly much healthier and tastier than what I've seen at our son's current school. He's of school age so has moved on but our daughter still goes here (1.5 YO) and she's been there since she was barely a few months old. CeCe does a great job of integrating all the kids and I have nothing but great things to say about her level of care and attention to the kids. The reason I say this is almost more a SCHOOL; unlike most family care centers and even some preschools, she really does a great job of working on language and introducing math skills to the kids. Cole is fluent in Spanish thanks to her instruction and she even does a great job of integrating an almost Montesorri style of learning as the older kids will also even take turns reading to the younger kids during circle/reading time or helping them with their Arts and Crafts. Once again, I think she goes WAY above and beyond a regular family care center and I would liken the experience (or at least what the kids really learn and get out of it) to a higher level of education than just daycare/childcare. One last note, I know that from first impressions that her facilities aren't the newest or the shiniest but please don't let that dissuade you in at least giving her a shot. You will notice that while she might not have the fanciest toys like a place like Chalk, what the kids really get out of the experience is unparalleled at a home Daycare and I do consider it to rival even full blown Preschool experiences. If you are snooty, this is probably not the place for you but if you really care about a loving, nurturing environment where your kids are well cared for, fed and learn in, this is a great place and a great value. read more

We sent both of our children (now aged 9 & 6) to Cecilia's home day care for many years and we are so lucky we did! As other commenters have noted, Ceci is warm, kind, firm, loving, and wise. She truly is a child whisperer. I have dropped by unannounced many times and have always found the children playing happily, or sitting quietly and peacefully together. To see a room or yard full of toddlers and infants and preschoolers consistently sitting quietly and respectfully waiting their turn to speak is truly something rare to behold. Ceci and Dulce are sweet and loving to the children and feed them delicious warm meals my kids still pine for to this day. We consider Ceci an extended member of our family. Ceci runs her daycare like a bilingual preschool. There is no TV, there are enriching lessons in vocabulary, numbers, colors, alphabet, and reading in both English and Spanish. Neither my wife nor I speak Spanish, but our son was accepted into the El Marino Language school as a native speaker thanks 100% to the education he received at this quaint family daycare. I must say that the review from Emykat D is unfair, unkind, and inaccurate. We know what she is referring to and this is definitely NOT an accurate representation of the facts. None of the reviewers here are related to Ceci. Her daughter is in her 20s and works at a different day care in Culver City which is run by Ceci's sister Claudia. And there have never been any police charges or findings of anything inappropriate having happened at her day care. I would urge Emykay D to consider deleting her caustic and emotionally charged review, read more

I cannot understand why there aren't more reviews here. Ceci is a child whisperer. Her focus is on socialization and acculturation rather than rote learning. (She does a lot of teaching as well...don't get me wrong.) Though this is technically home day care, she runs it like a preschool. NO TELEVISION! I go to pickup my son and the kids are often seated very quietly listening to a story or quietly working on tasks she has assigned them. She has zero tolerance for bad manners. I believe that while learning and free play have their place, children of this age really require a lot of caring teaching about how to be a person: how to empathize; how to speak; how to deal with others. My son was more physical than many his age which resulted in a lot of hitting and pushing. Well, before he came to Ceci's school. I was one of those parents who started to dread picking up his kid because there would always be a story about how he misbehaved. The first day I picked him up, I was ready for the day's report. I knew he couldn't grow out of it in one day. Ceci greeted me and said he had done well and hadn't been physical AT ALL!!!!!! She is a genius and takes her job very seriously, going way above and beyond what the vast majority of home day care centers do. My son is a better person for it. read more

I cannot say enough good things about Ceci and Dulce! The way they interact with the children is awe inspiring. Being an educator myself I have seen the other side of things and I know for a fact they care, and it is genuine. When a 2 year old can clearly articulate her desire to go to "Ceci's house" on Saturday and Sunday mornings -- you cannot deny the impact they are making. My daughter surprises us daily with new Spanish words and phrases -- 2 weeks in and she was able to count to 10, unprompted or without assistance while doing her jumping jacks. Knowing that I had not introduced jumping jacks or been consistent with teaching her Spanish at home, I could see the DIRECT influence... and have not been let down since. I am looking forward to seeing my child grow and develop throughout the years with Ceci-- I see no reason why I would ever put her anywhere else until she is ready for BIG girl school. read more

Our daughter attends Ceci's daycare since more then a year. We love it and so does our daughter. Ceci and Dulce are very caring and great with the kids. They do a lot of different activities, crafts and free play. We are always surprised how much our daughter learns. Sometimes, when we pick up her up, all the children all seated quietly and listen to a story, and I am always amazed how well behaved all the children are! We couldn't be more happy and highly recommend Ceci's daycare! read more

I was doing my friend a favor by picking up my god son from this day care recently and the lady was super rude. I was 2 min late from picking him up and she snapped at me. I was waiting for another lady to pull out of the driveway so I can pick him up to put his car seat in my car. She told me that it was not her concern she has things to do and that I need to be there at 530pm no later but with an ugly tone. So I asked her what time it was and she said 535pm. Really, for 5 min you're going to talk to me in that tone. I don't think so. I am a guest picking someone else's kid. If you have a problem you need to address that with the mom. And if you're going to be in this line of business you need to be professional regardless. Makes me think how you really treat the kids you take care of.......not good! read more

My daughter started with Ceci when she was 5 months old and was there until she was just over 3 years old and starting preschool. My older daughter has also been spending the summers with Ceci and loves it there. Both my girls have learned Spanish and as a result got into El Marino. Ceci has a schedule and operates beyond just a typical daycare. She teaches the kids their letters, numbers, shapes and colors in both English and Spanish. She has events every holiday where she invites the parents to attend and has the children do some sort of a performance. It is a warm, caring and very engaging environment for children. We can't say enough good things about Ceci! read more

We love CECI School! Our son (21 months) has been attending since he was 10 months and he is so happy there. Ceci and Dulce take such excellent care of the kids, so we've never had a moment's worry. Plus they do tons of activities - puzzles, stories, songs, crafts etc. It's bilingual too, which is perfect in LA. We just had an awesome mother's day celebration there. The kids made wind chimes and other great gifts for the moms. Ceci made wonderful food and everyone had so much fun. I would give CECI School 10 stars if I could :) read more

I've been meaning to write this review for forever. Ceci's is better than I ever imagined. My daughter has been going there since she was 10 months old and she is now 2 1/2 years old. Ceci is warm, caring and yet strict in all the right ways. My daughter has unbelievable manners and listens extremely well and this is all due to Ceci. She is always excited to be dropped off at Ceci's and refuses to leave until she can give Ceci a hug. One of the things I love the most is that it is a bi-lingual day care and my daughter speaks excellent Spanish. This has also strengthened her English skills and she is highly verbal. They create fun, warmth, education and a family at the daycare. I have zero complaints and couldn't recommend this place more. read more