Best Daycares in Del Mar

Del Mar offers a growing number of licensed daycare providers with 5 licensed facilities, including 4 Child Care Centers and 1 Child Care - Infant Centers. We ranked the top 5 based on their official compliance record and parent reviews to help you find the best fit for your family.

Compliance in Del Mar, San Diego County is solid, with 80% of our top-ranked providers maintaining a clean inspection record. Our top pick, Torrey Pines Montessori Center, holds an Excellent facility score.

When it comes to cost, licensed child care centers in Del Mar, San Diego County charge a median of $1,550 per month for infant care and $1,070 for preschool. These are county-level estimates — individual facilities may vary. Family child care homes are typically more affordable, with infant care averaging around $1,017 per month.

Each facility listed below links to a detailed profile page where you can review inspection history, complaint records, capacity, and contact information. We update our rankings regularly as new licensing data becomes available.