Where Little Minds
Bloom & Grow
San Diego's premier home-based childcare — merging developmental psychology with a warm environment where every child feels like family.
Licensed Home-Based Childcare · License #376103256
Hi, I'm Brielle! 👋
Founding Breezy Bear was born from a desire to create a space where care meets science. With a B.A. in Psychology focused on early childhood development, I understand that play is the serious work of childhood.
Before opening Breezy Bear, I spent years as a private specialized nanny for families in Rancho Santa Fe. I'm bringing that same level of premium, attentive, and personalized care to our community here in San Diego.
A Day Full of Discovery
Every activity is designed around developmental milestones, wrapped in warmth and play.
Brain-Based Play
Activities grounded in developmental psychology that build neural pathways through purposeful, joyful play.
Creative Expression
Art, music, and sensory experiences that nurture creativity and fine motor skills from the earliest ages.
Outdoor Adventures
Daily outdoor time soaking up San Diego sunshine — nature walks, garden play, and fresh coastal breezes.
Story & Language
Daily reading circles, sing-alongs, and conversation-rich environments that spark a lifelong love of words.
Emotional Intelligence
Gentle guidance in recognizing and expressing feelings, building the social-emotional foundation for life.
Experience Curriculum
A comprehensive, research-based program supporting 36 skills across 8 learning domains — built around thematic, real-world studies in a playful, story-based environment.
8 Learning Domains
Core Design Principles
Integrated Learning
Domains are interrelated — an arts-infused model uses music, dramatic play, and visual arts to stimulate the senses and facilitate learning across every area.
Thematic Structure
Concepts are organized through theme webs to help children connect past and new knowledge, reinforcing real-world understanding through story and play.
Research-Based
Shaped by Dewey, Piaget, Vygotsky, and Gardner — focusing on active, social, and sensory-based learning rooted in decades of child development research.
Individualized Instruction
Developmental Focus
Activities are scaffolded to each child's zone of proximal development, allowing educators to differentiate instruction and meet every learner where they are.
Inclusive & Responsive
Bilingual care that supports children growing up with more than one language in a warm, inclusive environment.
Play-Based Assessment
Educators use authentic, play-based observation to document progress through photos, work samples, and anecdotes — all supported by the brightwheel app so families stay connected to their child's learning journey every day.
Our Cozy Routine
Structure and warmth — a rhythm kids love coming back to.
Hours are flexible based on availability — reach out and we'll find what works for your family.
Warm Welcome & Free Play
Soft morning start with open-ended toys, puzzles, and cozy reading nooks.
Circle Time & Learning
Songs, stories, and brain-based developmental activities tailored by age.
Snack Time
Snack time served family-style — please send a snack from home for your little one.
Outdoor Play & Exploration
Fresh air adventures, nature walks, water play, and gross motor fun.
Lunch
Lunchtime together — please pack a lunch from home for your child.
Nap / Quiet Time
Cozy rest with soft music and dim lights.
Afternoon Adventures
Creative arts, sensory play, free exploration, and goodbye hugs!
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We'd love to meet you and your little one. Fill out the form below and we'll get back to you within 1–2 business days.
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📞 (858) 305-1860