SHOOTING STARS DAYCARE

A place for your child to shine bright and soar like a shooting star!

Looking for Exceptional Care?

Hi families!

My name is Nikki Passemato, Shooting Stars Daycare is a dream come true for me! My passion for the last 25 years has been taking care of children and specializing in infant and toddler care over the years. I started as an Infant Teacher in Daycares, worked closely with families as a Nanny/home manager and now I have built this unique licensed home daycare. Once I became a Mom I wanted to create a loving, learning and fun environment for not only my daughter but other little ones. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and certified as a Sleep Consultant, newborn to 5 years old. My education and experience equip me to provide the best care for your little ones.

Our home is located in East San Diego, off Mission Gorge Rd. near Mission Trails National Park. We offer tuition with current rates ranging from $350 to $800 per week. You'll find it more expensive than other daycares, but the quality of care is exceptional is comparison.

I currently care for three infants/toddlers with another infant starting soon. I will have an opening at the end of February 2025. I have started a waitlist and will update this website for future spots. I maintain a small ratio for individualized attention. I am committed to creating a supportive environment where your child can thrive—like a shooting star in the sky! Please continue reading to discover more about our unique home daycare, and I look forward to learning about your family as well!

Shooting Stars Daycare is dedicated to upholding the highest standards in education and caregiving in a nurturing home environment. I cherish the opportunity to work with children daily, as they remind us of life's simple joys with their sweet, cute and contagious giggles. I feel fortunate to be making a positive impact for the next generations. I offer personalized care that goes beyond what typical daycares provide, ensuring each child's unique needs are met while fostering their social, mental, and behavioral development.

Part Time are currently welcome!

Hours are 8-5:30 M-F

We’d love your family to join our specialized daycare!

Why Choose Shooting Stars?

STAR POINTS

On average 2 to 1 child/adult ratio and maximum 4 to 1 child/adult ratio. There is never more than 4 children in care at once
Parents work closely with Mrs. Nikki who is an Infant/Toddler Specialist, keeping an open and honest communication and assuring the upmost care
Loving, secure attachment with Mrs. Nikki during these impactful years
Keeping small ratios helps reduce sickness, more attention, reduces chance of diaper rash while providing a safe environment for social development
Tracking all info about baby via Nara app or choose app by parents to link schedules
Mrs. Nikki tailors to your child's individual needs and schedule
Peace of mind with dependable care
Parents will be sent quality pictures and videos throughout the day! It's tough to be apart from your baby, so she will make you feel involved and updated
Guidence with sleep training and setting schedules
Help with the transitions as they grow
Padded Turf backyard, swing set, bikes, cars, with a variety of toys and water play
Cowles mountain and Mission Trails National Park provides a beautiful serene view in our backyard
Structured schedule unique to each child
I make sure to work closely with the parents to ensure your child will thrive, setting goals each month to ensure they are on the right developmental track
Social and behavioral development in a safe and clean environment
Inviting, comfortable home with open layout to ensure safety
Opportunity to become comfortable with dogs since we have a sweet Pomeranian that loves children
Wide variety of toys that help teach and challenge your child; S.T.E.M toys, Lovevery toys, bubbles, water play, parachute, building blocks etc.
Music, reading, art and outside time everyday
Mrs. Nikki always tries to emulate the values that the parents set for their children
Providing snack and warming up food
Ideal sleeping arrangement - each baby sleeps in own area with white noice and video monitor
Flexibility with scheduling
Always washes out bottles and food containers
Mrs. Nikki will love your child as it was her own

MISSION STATEMENT

At Shooting Stars Daycare, I take pride in offering a safe and nurturing environment for your children. My mission, vision, and values are to create a welcoming and stimulating learning atmosphere for all. Our home-based program promotes social growth through interactions with peers, and our curriculum is rooted in Montessori principles. I engage the children with a diverse range of activities tailored to their ages and needs, ensuring that our philosophy embraces various educational theories while prioritizing hands-on, one on one attention and experiential learning.

EVERYDAY ACTIVITIES

OUTDOOR PLAY

Every child deserves a safe space to run and explore! We offer a variety of exciting outdoor activities that are more essential than you might realize. Our spacious turf yard features a large play structure where kids can swing, slide, gaze through a telescope, climb, and enjoy pretend BBQs complete with play food, utensils, plates, cups, and napkins. Daily bubble and water play are huge favorites, promoting the development of gross motor skills while ensuring lots of fun! Whatever your child needs, I am here to provide the support and resources for their optimal growth.

ART LESSONS

Our art lessons provide an opportunity for children to enhance their fine motor skills while expressing their creativity. If you have any specific regarding daily activities or the program schedule, please feel free to reach out—I’m here to assist you in any way possible. I completely understand the desire to give your child the best experience.

IMAGINATIVE PLAY

Creative and engaging play is essential our children. It helps them expand their horizons and inspires them to express themselves.

EDUCATION LEARNING

Our children have the opportunity to learn preschool concepts and education through our engaging educational activities and games.

JOIN THE FUN

TESTIMONIALS

Tiana K.

Nikki and Shooting Stars is one of the best things that ever happened for our family! Our son attended from 4 months - 2y2m old, and we couldn't be more grateful for the time he spent there. Nikki and SSD became an extension of our family. Our son thrived at SSD. Nikki's experience (20+ years) shone through. She has a kind and gentle heart, gives snuggles, holds boundaries when necessary (and to your comfort level), provides a safe and comfortable home to learn, play, sleep and grow. She really bonds with the kids - knows their likes, dislikes, strengths and limits. She meets every one where they are at and treats them like her own child.

We value her open communication, partnership in raising our son, and her knowledge about each stage/milestone/leap was so helpful in getting us through whatever we were facing, especially as first-time parents.

I cherish the time we spent together, and can't recommend Shooting Stars Daycare enough. Your child/children would be so lucky to spend their days with Nikki and her family.

Infant Schedule

8:00am - 9:00am Drop-off + bottles/breakfast
9:00am - 9:30am Diapers
9:30am - 10:00am Circle time (books + songs + puppets/finger plays)
10:00am - 10:15am Bottles/morning snack
10:15am - 10:30am Diapers/clean up
10:30am - 11:30am Naptime
11:30am - 12:00pm Bottles/lunch
12:00pm - 12:30pm Storytime (books + songs)
12:30pm - 1:30pm Outside play/gross motor time
1:30pm - 2:30pm Naptime
2:30pm - 3:00pm Bottles/snack
3:00pm - 4:00pm Sensory or art activity
4:00pm - 5:00pm Music time (playing with instruments)
5:00pm - 5:30pm Pick up

Toddler Schedule

8:00am - 9:00amDrop-off + breakfast9:00am -

9:30am Independent play

9:30am - 10:00am Circle time (morning routine + songs with instruments)

10:00am - 10:15am Morning snack

10:15am - 11:30am Outside play + physical activity

11:30am - 12:00pm Lunch

12:00pm - 1:00pm Sensory or art activity

1:00pm - 1:30pm Storytime (books + songs)

1:30pm - 2:30pm Naptime2:30pm - 3:00pm Afternoon snack

3:00pm - 4:00pm Group play (puzzles + games + center activities)

4:00pm - 4:30pm Closing circle

4:30pm - 5:00pm Choice time/outside play

5:00pm - 5:30pm Pick up

Contact Us

Interested in having your child involved with our daycare? Send us a message to set a time for an onsite visit.

Mrs. Nikki Passemato 503-998-9816