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My son has been going to Mariola for almost two years. She's an incredible care giver. He's grown…read moreup to be confident and kind. She goes above and beyond; teaching shapes, colors, the alphabet, and yoga. She has even assisted us when we were going through potty training. Our experience and our son's has been special. I would recommend her wholeheartedly.

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We absolutely love AOP. The teachers are phenomenal and we feel that they have so much love for our…read morechild. Every day our kid is so excited to go to daycare that she's literally banging on our front door to get out when we tell her it's time to "go to school" haha. If you're looking for a daycare that fosters learning, language development, kindness and growth, this is the place for you. We cannot say enough positive things about AOP!

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4.6

Words can not even begin to express how happy we have been with BunnyBear. Our first born has been…read moregoing there since she turned 12 months old, and we have witnessed her THRIVE. The staff there is so caring and thoughtful when we drop her off in the morning we know she is loved and well taken care of there. They are so easy to communicate with and so incredibly helpful. For months we tried at home to have her wear shoes and she would absolutely refuse, after her teachers trying for a few days straight they DID IT. She now LOVES shoes and its such a relief. I would recommend BunnyBears to everyone looking for a daycare in La Mesa. They are the best.

Our youngest child just finished up his time at the Infant Toddler Center and moved on to the La…read moreMesa Preschool (where our older daughter also attended and recently graduated). To say we have loved and appreciated our time at BunnyBears is an understatement! We feel so fortunate to have found BunnyBears and had the opportunity to include them in our village. The love our kids felt each day when we dropped them off really set our hearts and minds at ease, and it was such a joy to see them playing happily with their friends and teachers each day when we picked them up. Communication with Katie and all of the teachers was prompt and very helpful - we always felt like we knew exactly what was going on during the day, and loved the picture updates. Our kids were never lacking in one-on-one or small group time with their teachers, and each teacher really took the time and put in the effort to form special individual bonds with all of the kids. Both kids felt very prepared - socially and emotionally - for their transitions to preschool, and our almost 5 year old sometimes tells me she wishes she could go back to "tiny school" to see the teachers that she loves.

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My two sons went to Play Learn Grow Daycare while we were living in San Diego. Due to moving quite…read morefrequently in the past few years I've experienced a lot of different daycares and none gave me the sense of comfort that I had leaving my kids with Jeanet and Kimy. I really wish there were more people in the world like them!! They were so nice, patient, and calm and that passed down to the kids. All the children at the daycare were so pleasant with one another and played well together while developing their learning and social skills. Most of us parents would stand around waiting for our kids to be ready to leave because they were having such a good time there. Trusting your daycare provider is really the best thing you can ask for. Thank you for everything!

We could not be happier with Ms. Jeanet and her team! They are so warm, so caring, so…read morecommunicative, and boy have we noticed the growth in our baby girl since she started attending. Our family loves everything about this incredible daycare. I can't recommend them enough!

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We have been at Ms. Irma's for two years now. Our daughter began when she was a little over a year…read moreold. She is our first child, and it was difficult to think about leaving her with someone outside of the family, but our parents live in other parts of the state and we both work. We visited several daycare facilities before choosing Ms. Irma. When we met her we were immediately attracted to her warmth, responsibility, genuine care for children, and decades of experience. Looking back now, I'm so glad we made the choice to go with Ms. Irma. She is so consistent. This was very important for us; we had tried nanny shares in the past and so many nannies would cancel because they were sick or had obligations with their own children, or other reasons. Not Ms. Irma. In the two years we have been there, I can't remember a single day when Ms. Irma has closed unexpectedly. She has a schedule of standard holidays that are off and couple of weeks for the winter holiday, but other than that she is open every day. So reliable. Ms. Irma works incredible hard. Honestly I don't know how she does it, I wish I was as hard working as her. She is open early in the morning (7am) until 5pm in the afternoon. You can drop off and pick up your child anytime within that window. Healthy meals are provided with no extra cost to the family (again such as big plus for us bc our family is very busy and not having to worry about packing lunch is so helpful). Her space is always clean and orderly. She has a very high standard of cleanliness and wants it to be safe for the children. The days are well planned. There is free play, circle time, arts and crafts, lunch, nap time, etc. My daughter has learned so much at daycare (she calls it "school"). She has learned her abc's, to count beyond 30, to rhyme words, to spell her name, to read sight words, sounds associated with letters, and now she is learning to write letters and to blend sounds together to make words. She is now in love with reading. Ms. Irma takes the children through a structured curriculum and they are always doing a unit on something interesting--from famous artists to the life cycle of different insects--our daughter has come to understand a lot about the world that we haven't had a chance to talk about yet at home. The children also do an arts and crafts project each day and everyday my daughter proudly brings home something she has made. Ms. Irma treats my daughter as a member of her family and she tries to foster a sense of community among all the families who send their children to her daycare. She is trustworthy, honest, and loving. Thanks for everything Ms. Irma!

Ms Irma is great with the kids. We have complete trust in her care. My firstborn attended here from…read moreage 1 until elementary school and she was advanced for her class. My son is currently in his second year and has learned so much already. I was so nervous to put my children in childcare but she has been the absolute best!

BunnyBears Preschool

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I toured eight preschools (maybe more?) and BunnyBears was far and away my first pick. There is so…read moremuch to like at this school, from the focused and kind leadership of the director, to the Reggio-inspired philosophy, to the diversity of staff and families (which our queer and mixed race family values). We feel like our kiddo has learned a lot about community and herself. There are some downsides, as there are everywhere. I don't love the location, right off a busy road, and there's been some teacher turnover, but the school feels really safe behind gates, with a lovely outdoor play area, and there's been a lot of continuity with other teachers. We're headed to TK soon and are really, really bummed to leave the BunnyBears family, but are so glad for the experience.

We've been at BunnyBears for two years, and it's been the best experience for my son. We chose this…read morepreschool because we wanted a focus on social emotional development, and a place that allows the kids to play and explore. This school is exactly that - they put so much effort into giving the kids freedom to figure out who they are and explore their interests, all while teaching them how to be good friends and kind little humans. This is not a traditionally structured preschool - you won't find worksheets or desks, but you will find a Reggio style environment that intentionally allows the kids to lead. No school is perfect, but it's clear the teachers are all trying their best to create a safe and open environment for the kids. Teacher Donna, Teacher Linnea, and all the other teachers, have had a huge impact on my son, and we can't thank them enough. We'll miss the sweet little BunnyBears community!

The Lulus Montessori

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We absolutely love the Lulus Montessori! The staff is amazing with the kids and they get an amazing…read moreeducation. We are always surprised by how much they learn and how much fun they have. Also their meal plan is great. We are very fortunate to have our son there. We looked at around 10 different places and it gave us anxiety because we really wanted our son to be at Lulus which was much much better than all the other places we saw all over San Diego.

We've been taking our son to Lulus Montessori since he was about 18 months, and it has been the…read morebest daycare/preschool experience we could have hoped for. The teachers are incredibly loving and thoughtful. I especially love the fact that they celebrate birthdays and holidays and create opportunities for parents to get to know each other, too. My child has grown by leaps and bounds, and his interactions with the other children are fun to see. The fact that meals are provided (bfast, lunch and snacks) is a godsend. Several daycares/preschools in the region claim to be Spanish immersion but aren't actually (e.g., they speak English to the kiddos). At Lulus, I feel like we get a truly authentic Spanish immersion program for our son, knowing instruction is exclusively in Spanish. And it shows. My son 100% understands Spanish when it is spoken to him and he mixes Spanish and English in his vocabulary regularly. I credit Lulus for a large part of that bilingual ability and look forward to seeing his fluency improve in the years to come. Highly recommend Lulus!!

Aunty Lynns Day Care Center

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It has been almost a year since my son started attending this day care center. He is 3 going on 4…read moresoon. I picked this location after meeting the staff and dropping in to see what they actually do with the little ones. His last day care was a home based location and he ended up being the only older child there. I wanted a place where he would be around other childern his own age. I found it here. They provide lunch and 2 or 3 snacks. For some odd reason my son does not like cheese so they give him crackers or apples as a sub. I also like that they are always doing a project or coloring something dealing with the season or theme that they are going over. He loves his day care (he calls it school...hehe) and loves to show me what he created in "school". The teachers are very nice and the kids love them. The price is right and so is the location. They have 2 different play areas. I'm not sure what the age is for them but my son is 3 going on 4 and he is at the top play area (bigger kids from what he tells me) and the lower play area is for under 3 maybe. They also have 2 indoor play areas for the big and little kids.

My daughter LOVES it here!!! She gets upset when having to drop her off at daycare but the moment…read moreshe sees her teacher she runs up to her and gives her the biggest hug. They do fun arts and crafts daily, and a music teacher every Friday. I highly recommend aunty Lynn's day care. They are all so sweet. And my daughter loves everyone there.

Jump Preschool

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As a working mom, I know it can be stressful to find the perfect daycare for your little ones…read more Today I'd like to take 5 minutes to recommend Jump Preschool (www.jumpreschoolkids.com) . This little school of 4 renovated classrooms has served my family so well for several years. They welcome kids 18 months (don't need to be potty trained) to Kindergarten, open 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM, all year long. Very easy access from 94 or 125 freeway, reasonable rates and curriculum mostly in English with some Spanish. My oldest son (now in elementary) had a very easy transition to Kindergarten in public school, because all he learned at Jump. My little girl who is still enrolled at Jump is thriving: she loves going to school, learns songs, does beautiful crafts, even got potty trained there!!! If you are looking for a preschool, this is THE place you want your precious child(ren) to be!

I interviewed 5 daycare/preschools before making the decision to send my son to Jump preschool. I…read morehad a great feeling during our tour and I was right. This is the best decision I ever made. The teachers are amazing and so caring! My son loves it there and is so excited to go. He started going there when he was 4 months old. I love that they have structure and planned lesson plans for all ages. They also are flexible with your child's needs. They do all sorts of fun activities with the kiddos.

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Great experience start to finish:…read more * Prompt response on the phone * Rapid appointment scheduled with a 2 hour window * Julio showed up on the early side of the 2 hours, very professional and courteous * He fixed the problem rapidly, no hassle, no mess Great job and a great company!

We hired CSR Plumbing for our old cast iron pipes to be replaced and couldn't be happier with the…read morework. Our home had been completely remodeled last year for the exception of the cast iron pipes underneath our house. Huyen, and his crew was knowledgeable, professional, on time, and explained everything clearly before starting. They handled a messy, invasive job with care and kept the work area as clean as possible. The project was completed on schedule, the pricing was fair, and the quality of the workmanship really shows. If you're dealing with aging cast iron pipes and want the job done right the first time, I highly recommend this company.

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I've worked with this company for years now, and the service has always been outstanding. Their…read morework is consistently top-notch--professional, reliable, and done right the first time. Whether it's routine maintenance or a bigger repair, they always deliver excellent results that I can count on. Recently, when our AC unit started acting up during a heat wave, Sam was the technician who came out. From the moment he arrived, Sam impressed me with his friendly, respectful attitude and clear communication. He took the time to thoroughly diagnose the issue, explained everything in straightforward terms so I understood what was happening, and walked me through the recommended repairs without any upselling pressure. His work was meticulous and efficient--he got our system running perfectly again quickly, and even offered helpful tips on how to maintain it better going forward to avoid future problems. What stands out most is how well this entire team, including Sam, treats customers. They've always been courteous and caring with me and my family, making us feel valued rather than just another service call. Sam truly embodies the company's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend their services to anyone--especially if Sam is available! They're dependable, skilled, and genuinely nice people who stand behind their work. Five stars all the way. Thank you, Sam and the whole team!

5-star experience! Our house was for sale and our furnace stopped working so we were looking for a…read moresolution to get us through the sale of the home. 3 companies unanimously agreed the motor had failed. One suggested replacing the furnace, which was not an expense we wanted to have to undertake, one said he'd inquire about a replacement motor but never got back to us, and Adam at Global Heating and Air saved the day!! For a fair price he ordered a universal motor and installed it, and the entire HVAC now works better than before. Adam was highly communicative throughout the process and what I appreciated most was his effort to find us an effective but least-cost solution. He saved us thousands of dollars by repairing instead of replacing. I would definitely use him again and recommend him.

John Robinson's Inspection Group

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John did an outstanding job on our home inspection in Chula Vista. Thorough, on time, and patient…read morewith every question. He explained findings clearly with zero scare tactics. Highly recommend for any San Diego buyer!

John was awesome. He did a very professional job and the report is very detailed. It allows me to…read morenow fix what I need prior to putting the home on the market! Definitely recommend John and he is very responsive to messages and answers any questions you may have during and after the process.

Green Frog Cleaning

4.5

(606 reviews)

I couldn't be happier with the cleaning service I regularly receive and love that they use…read morenon-toxic, high quality products in my home. We have two young children, so it is very meaningful for us. My home is always absolutely spotless, with incredible attention to detail in every room. It's clear that Prisca takes pride in her work and goes above and beyond to make sure everything is cleaned thoroughly. If you're looking for someone reliable, hardworking, meticulous and kind, I highly recommend Prisca in particular. She's genuinely wonderful to talk to and always takes the time to ask if there's anything special we'd like done that week, which makes the whole experience feel very personalized and thoughtful. Her energy always brightens my day and we look forward to seeing her every time she comes. We've worked with a couple other people, like Adriane, who are just as amazing! The value of what we get with Green Frog cannot compare to any other company. I'm very grateful for them!

I have never been so impressed by a cleaning team before! I have OCD and usually feel that it could…read morehave been cleaned better, but not this time. The team that helped with our move-out clean, Adrien, Bianca, Tasia & Hailee, were fast, professional, super sweet, and did an immaculate job! We are already considering hiring them again for our new house! I highly recommend this company! They are approved by this neat freak!

A-1 Self Storage

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I had such a great experience under A-1! Very communicative and helpful when completing my storage…read moreunit reservation.

Easy to navigate the website. Clean area space, great service, helpful and friendly staff! Thank…read moreyou very much!

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william d.

16 years ago

CHARLEY BROWN'S IS AN AWESOME PRE-SCHOOL!!!!! LOOK NO FURTHER FOR YOUR CHILD CARE!!!!! This nonprofit organization is a Community Service of UCC La Mesa. It is intended for the well being of all the children and licensed for infants (6-weeks) to age 5. The program operates on the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District schedule. They offer a separate Preschool program. Classrooms have a low teacher-student ratio. The children's center is sponsored by the United Church of Christ of La Mesa and managed by a nine member Church Board. It is a nonprofit organization intended for the well being of all the children. The program is designed to assist the child in their natural development as well as giving children the opportunity to accelerate their skills in group learning situations. The Children's Center participates in a child Care Nutrition Program sponsored by the State of California. Breakfast, a hot lunch and an afternoon snack are served daily. IN REGARDS TO ASHLEY B'S POST. SHE SEEMS TO HAVE A PERSONAL GRUDGE AGAINST CHARLEY BROWN'S CHILDREN CENTER. IF SHE DOES NOT LIKE THIS SCHOOL THAT IS HER OWN OPINION. ALL OTHER PARENTS OF CHILDREN AT THIS SCHOOL ARE VERY SATISFIED. THIS IS AN EXCELLENT CHILDREN'S DAY CARE CENTER. read more

M W.

13 years ago

Charley Brown has been a part of my families life for about 7 years now. My Daughter was 18 months old when she started. My Husband and I checked into several daycare centers before we walked into Charley Brown, from that first tour I have been nothing but pleased with Charley Brown. My Son was only 4 months old when he started attending Charley Brown, he now only has a few months left before he moves onto Kindergarten. I'm so thankful for Charley Brown and all the staffmembers! I have never been unhappy in the way anything is handled. I have never felt like my child is not taken care of. I have never experienced the staff being unprofessional. I have only experienced the best! There are several staffmembers who have made a big impact on my kids, I love seeing the bond they have made. I also love that my kids have bulit friendships that have and will carry over into elementary school. I tell ALL my new Mommy friends about Charley Brown! Everything I have to say about Charley Brown Chilren's Center is positive!!! Next year will be a big change for my family when they aren't apart of our life anymore. read more

Christina M.

7 years ago

We luckily found CBCC through family members and have been a part of this school since 2014. Both of my daughters started going here when they were 1 1/2 years old and are now ages 4 and 6. One is in elementary and the other is still at CBCC. The staff and teachers are down to earth and truly care for the kids and their future. Each day my child learns and experiences something new, some things they may have never been experienced too if they hadn't gone to this day-care/pre-school. Several times a week the staff share photos and/or videos of the kids and what they are learning that week. They are very open to communication, which is a plus! I truly appreciate the CBCC crew. read more

Cheryl R.

11 years ago

I have 2 grandchildren who go to CBCC as did their parents before them. They always look forward to the days they are there the staff is fun and involved with them and I do go in and observe!! Love the teachers, Miss Stephanie and you won't find a more patient, caring person than Hala with the babies!! Obviously there is a reason this person is an EX employee, clearly that was a mistake CBCC made, but I am glad to see that they have corrected that problem!!! It takes time to pull together all the right people but I believe the Director has done that and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them!! read more

J M.

14 years ago

My son has been attending Charley Brown for a year now. He loves his teacher and friends. He has learned how to write all his letters and is learning to recognize words. Staff is great! read more

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Blooming Blossoms Learning Center

(33 reviews)

The absolute BEST childcare experience -- truly part of our family…read more Our daughter was with Miss Lauryn for over two years, and I can honestly say there are not enough good things I could ever write about her or Blooming Blossoms Learning Center. Leaving was one of the hardest decisions we've ever made, and we only did so because we recently transitioned our daughter to preschool. It truly felt like leaving a piece of our heart behind. We began with Miss Lauryn at her PB location and loved her so much that we followed her through her relocation to Santee -- even though it's far from our home. That alone speaks to the depth of our trust in her. Her Santee facility is beautiful, clean, safe, thoughtfully designed, and located in a wonderful neighborhood. Our daughter became her very first student there, and we couldn't have been happier. From day one, Miss Lauryn created the safest, warmest, most nurturing environment a parent could ever hope for. Our daughter had only ever been cared for at home by a nanny, so the idea of sending her somewhere outside our home felt intimidating at first -- but she made the transition seamless. Her program is the perfect bridge between in-home care and a true school setting: loving, personal, and homey, yet structured with curriculum, routines, and so many opportunities for social and developmental growth. Our daughter absolutely THRIVED with her. She grew into an expressive, confident, funny, kind little girl with such a big personality, and Miss Lauryn and her wonderful assistants were a huge part of that. She is attentive, patient, loving, and genuinely treats each child as if they were her own. Her communication with parents is absolutely exceptional. She uses the ClassDojo app and posts photos and updates every day, so you always feel connected and reassured. She is incredibly responsive, understanding, and communicative -- which is especially comforting if you're a more cautious or anxious parent (like we were in the beginning). You truly feel informed, included, and at ease at all times. On top of all of that, her hours are amazing -- better than nearly anything else we found -- and she provides all food, snacks, and lunches, which is such a huge help for busy families. And her rates are extremely fair and competitive for the level of care, communication, and structure she provides. It truly doesn't get better than this. If you are looking for a safe, loving, clean, developmentally focused, and genuinely warm environment for your child, Blooming Blossoms is the very best decision you can make. We are forever grateful for the foundation she gave our daughter and the love she poured into her every single day. We cannot recommend Miss Lauryn and her program enough.

I can't speak highly enough for Lauryn and the entire Blooming Blossoms staff! Our 1-year-old…read moredaughter had never been to a daycare or school before and was very shy, so I was nervous to say goodbye to her. Lauryn made me and my daughter feel comfortable, safe, and nurtured. Lauryn kept me updated throughout the day and helped brainstorm ways to help my daughter adjust. Lauryn and her team have a stellar knowledge of child development and how to meet the needs of the kids. The low teacher-to-student ratio helped me feel extra comfortable. The staff clearly care deeply about the kids and families they serve, and this spreads to the community they create among the families :) Thanks Lauryn and Blooming Blossoms for everything you did for our daughter! They even hugely helped potty train our daughter before she transitioned to school full time - wow!

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