Point Loma lists 12 preschools, daycares, and childcare providers across 92106 and 92110, led by G3 Kids Point Loma and San Diego Brighter Day Care on the Rosecrans corridor, with home-based programs, nanny services through Munchkin Minders, and on-base military childcare serving the peninsula.
2960 Poinsettia Dr, San Diego, CA 92106
+1 619-345-4300
VerifiedWorden St, San Diego, CA 92110
+1 619-693-7424
Verified2640 Historic Decatur Rd Bldg. 200, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92106
+1 619-798-8489
Verified1825 Hancock St #213, San Diego, CA 92110
+1 619-718-0009
Verified2751 Roosevelt Rd Ste. 105, San Diego, CA 92106
+1 858-333-9009
Verified974 Manor Way, San Diego, CA 92106
+1 619-222-5712
Verified2961 Marquette St, San Diego, CA 92106
+1 858-538-6356
Verified3598 Talbot St, San Diego, CA 92106
+1 619-224-7403
Verified2843 Hornet Way, San Diego, CA 92106
+1 619-222-3400
VerifiedBuilding, 377 Myers Rd, San Diego, CA 92106
+1 619-553-0765
Verified2915 Lawrence St, San Diego, CA 92106
+1 760-494-8764
Verified2709 Nipoma St, San Diego, CA 92106
+1 619-315-8274
VerifiedG3 Kids Point Loma and San Diego Brighter Day Care are two of the most reviewed preschool programs on the peninsula, with parents consistently noting small class sizes and structured daily routines. G3 Kids operates out of a facility near Rosecrans with both full-day and half-day options.
BLS Bright Little Souls Daycare runs a home-based program that families praise for its personal attention and flexible drop-off windows. Holding Hands Preschool and Westminster Presbyterian Preschool add faith-based early-learning options on the south side of the peninsula. With 12 programs across 92106 and 92110, Point Loma's preschool density gives families real choices within a short drive of home.
Yes. Several licensed home-based daycares operate in Point Loma's residential neighborhoods between Rosecrans and Catalina Boulevard. BLS Bright Little Souls Daycare is one of the most reviewed home programs on the peninsula, and Maria J Garces Day Care and Katia's Family Child Care serve families in the Loma Portal and Roseville–Fleetridge areas.
Home daycares in Point Loma typically serve mixed-age groups of six to twelve children with one or two caregivers, which appeals to families who want a smaller setting than a center-based program. Licensing is through the California Department of Social Services, and parents can verify any provider's license status through the state's Community Care Licensing Division website.
The New Haven combines daycare with a coworking space near Liberty Station, a format designed for parents who work remotely and want their children in the same building. The model lets parents step into the childcare room during breaks without a commute.
Families working at Liberty Station or the Midway District also use G3 Kids Point Loma and San Diego Brighter Day Care, both within a short drive of the campus along Rosecrans. For additional options, Green Beans Preschool in Hillcrest is accessible via Washington Street for families commuting toward the I-8 corridor.
Full-time daycare on the peninsula generally runs between $1,500 and $2,200 per month for infants and toddlers, with preschool-age rates slightly lower at $1,200 to $1,800 per month. Home-based programs like BLS Bright Little Souls tend to land on the lower end of that range, while center-based programs with extended hours and structured curriculum charge toward the higher end.
Part-time and half-day schedules typically run 50 to 65 percent of the full-time rate. Military families eligible for fee assistance through the DoD childcare subsidy program may pay significantly less at the on-base Child Development Center. Nanny services through Munchkin Minders are priced per hour rather than monthly, which can be more cost-effective for families who only need coverage a few days per week.
Most Point Loma preschools accept children starting at age two, with some programs taking toddlers as young as 18 months if they meet developmental readiness benchmarks. G3 Kids Point Loma and San Diego Brighter Day Care both serve mixed-age groups that blend toddlers with older preschool-age children.
Programs generally run through age five or kindergarten entry. Home daycares on the peninsula often accept infants as young as six weeks, making them the primary option for families needing care before the typical preschool enrollment age. Patrick Wade Child Development Center and the on-base CDC also serve infant and toddler age ranges for eligible families.
The Child Development Center at Naval Base Point Loma provides full-day childcare for children of active-duty service members, DoD civilians, and military contractors. The CDC follows the Department of Defense childcare fee structure, which adjusts rates based on total family income—a system that makes on-base care significantly less expensive than civilian programs for most military families.
Availability is limited and waitlists are common, especially for infant slots. Families on the waitlist often use civilian preschools and daycares on the peninsula as interim care. The Navy's Military Child Care fee assistance program can also subsidize costs at off-base providers while families wait for an on-base opening.
Munchkin Minders is Point Loma's most reviewed nanny and sitter referral service, matching families with vetted caregivers for regular schedules, date nights, and backup care on short notice. The service handles background checks and scheduling, which saves parents from managing the hiring process independently.
Nanny rates on the peninsula typically run $20 to $30 per hour for one child, with higher rates for multiple children or specialized needs. Some families in Point Loma split a nanny with a neighbor—commonly called a nanny share—to reduce per-family costs while keeping the low child-to-adult ratio that draws parents away from center-based programs.
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