Ages 0–2

Best Infant Daycares in Santee

Top 20 licensed programs serving babies and toddlers (ages 0–2), ranked by compliance record, parent reviews, and capacity.

36 infant-capable facilities

0 top rated

100% clean record

Typical tuition

Average monthly cost in San Diego County

2022 median

$1,642

/ month

infant

$1,166

/ month

toddler

$1,051

/ month

preschool

Median cost at licensed child care centers. Licensed family child care homes typically cost 20-30% less (infant care around $739/month).

Santee has 36 licensed childcare providers that serve infants and toddlers, combining dedicated Infant Centers with Family Child Care Homes whose CCLD licenses cover infant age groups. California enforces strict staffing ratios for infant care — typically one caregiver per four infants — and this listing ranks the top 20 options by compliance record, parent reviews, and licensed capacity.

100% of the ranked programs have a clean inspection record with no Type A (serious) or Type B (minor) citations on file. Each facility page includes the full inspection history, complaint records, and capacity details so you can make an informed decision before touring.

Whether you need care for a 6-month-old or a 20-month-old, the programs below cover the full 0–2 age band. Click any listing to see hours, tuition (when the owner has published it), and the most recent CCLD inspection summary.

Top 20 Infant Daycares in Santee

Angela Markin Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Santee

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo

Balsam Arabo Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Santee

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo

Desarae Lewis Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Santee

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo

Elizabeth Grubbs Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Santee

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo

Giggles & Smiles Child Care Center, Llc - Infant

Excellent

Child Care - Infant Center · Santee

Capacity: 20 Est. infant tuition: $1,300 – $1,800/mo

Hosnya Kofi Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Santee

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo

Janice Ford Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Santee

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo

Jennifer Wenck Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Santee

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo

Jeri Trapp Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Santee

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo

Jody Hom-anderson Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Santee

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo

Khatera Sadaat Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Santee

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo

Lauryn Adams Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Santee

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo

Lisa Skinner Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Santee

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo

Little Learners & Infant Care - Infant

Excellent

Child Care - Infant Center · Santee

Capacity: 8 Est. infant tuition: $1,300 – $1,800/mo

Mahdia Zakeri Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Santee

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo

Maria Aguilon Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Santee

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo

Marion Muller Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Santee

Capacity: 12 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo

Masooma Ehsas Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Santee

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo

Masouma Khadmi Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Santee

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo

Megan Kennel Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Santee

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed infant daycares are in Santee?

Santee has 36 licensed childcare providers that serve infants and toddlers (ages 0–2). This includes dedicated Infant Centers and Family Child Care Homes whose licenses cover infant care.

What's the difference between an Infant Center and a Family Child Care Home for infant care?

Infant Centers are commercial facilities dedicated to babies and toddlers with lower child-to-staff ratios (typically 1:4 for infants) and infant-trained caregivers. Family Child Care Homes run from the caregiver's private residence with smaller mixed-age groups — often more flexible hours and a home-like feel.

How much does infant care cost in Santee?

Typical monthly tuition for infant care in San Diego County is about $1,550 at a center and $1,017 at a family child care home (based on 2022 benchmark data). Actual rates vary by facility, schedule, and whether meals are included.

What should I look for when visiting an infant daycare?

Check the caregiver-to-infant ratio (state requires 1:4 or better for infants), look at the nap and feeding setup, ask about diaper changes and feeding schedules, review the facility's inspection history on its detail page, and trust your gut on how caregivers interact with the babies present during your tour.