Santee KinderCare

Reviews

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  Joy C

  Aug 6, 2026
  5.0
  Santee Kindercare has been a blessing for our family. My grandson was there for 5 years and made many friends. The staff was all very caring and there were so many activities both fun and educational. I highly recommend them if anyone is in need of a preschool/ daycare.
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  Priscilla Retener

  Aug 4, 2026
  5.0
  My son is 13 months now and has been going to Kindercare since I finished maternity leave. At first I was so worried about my baby being away from me. Over time I realized that at Kindercare he is with people who love him and see him for the unique and sweet boy he is. He is now thriving in the toddler room with all the activities and friends. The fact that Kindercare provides meals, too, is a bonus when there's 2 working parents.
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  Menaka Biala

  Aug 3, 2026
  5.0
  Santee KinderCare is fantastic! I am so glad I enrolled my toddler at Santee Kindercare. Our experience has been night and day compared to what some old reviews claimed. There is so much to love about this center: Strong Leadership: The director, Ana, runs a wonderful, organized facility. She is incredibly communicative, approachable, and constantly plans engaging activities for the children. Exceptional Teachers: The toddler teachers—Ms. Marylou, Ms. Diana, and Mr. Junior—are wonderfully caring, loving, and truly go above and beyond to make sure the kids have a comfortable, fun day. They handle conflict and minor incidents with real empathy and keep parents well-informed. Fun & Organized Curriculum: Themes and activities are planned well in advance, with helpful monthly email schedules sent to parents. Summer is especially fun with splash days, puppet shows, and special visits from the local fire department! Included Meals: Having meals included is a huge relief for busy parents. The food is healthy, tasty, and well-balanced—my toddler actually eats better at daycare than at home! Constructive Feedback / Room for Growth: If I had one minor suggestion, it would be to increase outdoor time during non-summer months (currently around 30 minutes once or twice a day). Additionally, classes are combined during early drop-off and late pick-up times, which can feel a bit noisy and chaotic at times, though understandable for scheduling. Overall, I am so pleased with our choice. Ana and her team have created a safe, loving, and engaging environment for our child. If you are on the fence because of online reviews, I strongly encourage you to tour the center and meet the teachers yourself!
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  Krystal Anderson

  Jul 27, 2026
  5.0
  We absolutely love Santee KinderCare! As a parent, there’s nothing more important than knowing your children are safe, loved, and genuinely cared for while you’re at work, and that’s exactly how we feel every day. Destinee has been amazing with my two boys. She is so patient, caring, and always takes the time to make them feel special. It’s obvious that she truly loves what she does, and my boys adore her. Seeing how excited they are to go to daycare each morning says everything. I also want to recognize the Center Director, Ana. She has created such a welcoming, positive environment for both the children and the families. She’s always friendly, approachable, and genuinely invested in making sure every child is thriving. You can tell she leads with both professionalism and heart, and it shows throughout the entire center. I also have to give a special thank you to Marissa and Ashley in the infant room. They cared for my boys with so much love, patience, and kindness during such an important stage of their lives. Leaving your baby with someone else is never easy, but they made us feel completely comfortable and gave us so much peace of mind every single day. We will always be grateful for the care and attention they gave our family. We are so grateful to have found a place where our boys are not only well cared for but also encouraged to learn, grow, and have fun every day. Thank you to Destinee, Ana, Marissa, Ashley, and the entire Santee KinderCare team for treating our boys like family. We truly appreciate everything you do and highly recommend this center to any family looking for exceptional childcare!
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  Daniel Taylor

  Jul 15, 2026
  5.0
  Kindercare santee has truly impressed me. My child always comes home saying how much he truly enjoys his time with ms Ashely and ms Marissa. He mentions how much they care and how sweet they are. Thank you kindercare!

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