A Story of Love and Dedication
My name is Maria Sandstrom, and my journey into childcare began with a simple, powerful belief: every child deserves a safe, loving, and stimulating environment to grow. As a parent myself, I understood the profound trust parents place in a caregiver.
This understanding fueled my passion to create more than just a daycare—to build a second home for children in our San Diego community. I pursued my state license (#376622540) and transformed our family home on Bertha Court into a space designed for wonder, learning, and security.
My motivation has always been to provide the personalized, attentive care that is often missing in larger settings, especially for our youngest infants and curious toddlers.
For years, Maria's Family Daycare has been a trusted part of the 92117 area, growing from a personal dream into a licensed family child care home where children thrive through curriculum-based play and genuine connection.
My commitment is to partner with you, offering not just childcare, but a foundation of love, safety, and early education for your most precious ones.
Maria Sandstrom
Licensed Provider & Founder
"Welcome to our extended family. It's my joy to provide a nurturing space where your child's curiosity is celebrated every day."
Our Mission & Values
At Maria's Family Daycare, our mission is to provide a safe, loving, and educational home where your child can thrive. Every day is guided by our core values.
Safety First
Your child's well-being is our top priority. We maintain a secure, licensed home environment with vigilant supervision and established safety protocols.
- State Licensed Family Child Care Home
- Secure, childproofed home setting
- CPR & First Aid Certified
Educational Development
We believe in learning through play. Our curriculum-based activities are designed to nurture curiosity, build skills, and support each child's developmental milestones.
- Age-appropriate curriculum for infants & toddlers
- Focus on social, emotional & cognitive growth
- Structured play, reading, music & art
Nurturing Family Environment
We provide the personalized attention and warmth of an extended family. Our small group size ensures every child feels loved, known, and valued as an individual.
- Personalized care in a home-like setting
- Consistent, loving caregiver (Maria)
- Partnership with parents for continuity of care
These values are the foundation of everything we do. We invite you to see them in action.
Call to Schedule a Visit: (858) 247-8713
Licensed & Certified for Your Peace of Mind
Your child's safety and development are our highest priorities. We maintain the highest standards through state licensing, ongoing training, and certified safety protocols.
State Licensed Facility
Fully licensed by the State of California. License #376622540. Our home is regularly inspected to ensure it meets all health, safety, and educational requirements for family child care.
CPR & First Aid Certified
Maria Sandstrom holds current certification in Pediatric CPR, First Aid, and Preventive Health Practices. This training is renewed annually to ensure the highest level of emergency preparedness.
Commitment to Ongoing Education
We participate in continuous professional development in early childhood education, child development, and nutrition to provide the most current, nurturing, and educational care for your child.
Your Trust Matters: We welcome you to verify our credentials and ask any questions. Transparency and open communication are key to building a trusted partnership with your family.
Have questions about our qualifications or want to see our documentation?
Call (858) 247-8713