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Pre-K Schools in Carlsbad, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 46 listed pre-k schools

Krewer Family Child Care

This is hands down the best family child care! My nieces and nephew went here for years and now my son goes here. They are very hands on...

- Hayley N

Shantivanam Childrens Community

I had the opportunity to send my 4 year old son to Shantivanam this summer and we had an exceptional experience. Elishela and the other...

- Sara

Olivenhain Country Preschool

Overall great facility but the staff seemed to turnover quite a bit there in the short six months my son attended. Kids definitely get...

- Danielle H.

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Discovery Isle (Oceanside)

3791 OCEANIC WAY OCEANSIDE, CA

State license verified

Academic
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum for infants through Pre-Kindergarten, takes...
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Our Family Day Care

664 Montage Road Oceanside, CA

State license verified

Cruz Family Childcare/Our Family Day Care Fac#376300198 has space to accommodate 1 Toddlers Age 2-3 2 Preschool/Kindergarten 2 School Age 6-12 Full Time Part Time Daily Care Hourly Care available Hours of operation 8am-4pm Early drop-off/late pick-up available Breakfast and Snacks provided Loving care and daily...
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NannyNow

432 2nd Street Suite E Encinitas, CA

Tired of searching through ENDLESS profiles? GFC handles ALL of the work for you! Custom Nanny Placement - On Demand Babysitting - Parent Coaching - Family Management Goose Family Consulting boasts refreshingly simple support in finding your family's Best Fit Nanny or Babysitter. Try NANNY NOW an on-demand babysitting...
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Lambs of Faith Lutheran Early Childhood Center

700 East Bobier Drive Oceanside, CA

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
Here at Lambs of Faith Lutheran preschool in Vista, CA, each child is valued and special in the eyes of God, and therefore cherished, valued, loved and led by kind adults. Children develop life-long relationships with Jesus in a Christ-centered environment. Teaching cooperation, working and playing with others, and...
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Kids Town Montessori

867 Sycamore Ave Vista, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
Kid s Town Montessori School. KTMS is a family owned and operated Montessori pre-school offering part-time and full-time programs for children ages 1 to 9 years. Our educational childcare/daycare program offers emphasis on four areas: care of self and the environment, sensory and motor education, writing and reading, and math...
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Krewer Family Child Care

933 Hardell Lane Vista, CA

5.0(1)
We believe in developing the whole child including social/emotional, physical, cognitive, creative and language development. Our blend of home and school like setting enables us to provide a stimulating and nurturing environment that encourages children to learn and discover through active exploration, to try new things, to be...

Hayley N says "This is hands down the best family child care! My nieces and nephew went here for years and now my son goes here. They are very hands on with each child...

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Shantivanam Childrens Community located at 229 Cerro Street, Encinitas, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from seven-thirty AM to five PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and after- school...

Sara says "I had the opportunity to send my 4 year old son to Shantivanam this summer and we had an exceptional experience. Elishela and the other teachers were so...

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Olivenhain Country Preschool

448 Rancho Santa Fe Rd Encinitas, CA

4.0(1)
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
Olivenhain Country Preschool in Encinitas, California provides a safe, loving and nurturing environment where children can grow and develop skills needed for future academic success. The school serves children from 7 weeks to 4 years old and offers infant, toddler, preschool, and junior kindergarten programs. Operating hours are...

Danielle H. says "Overall great facility but the staff seemed to turnover quite a bit there in the short six months my son attended. Kids definitely get dirty there, so...

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PACIFIC PRESCHOOL - SAN ELIJO HILLS, INC

1301 ELFIN FOREST RD W SAN MARCOS, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

We are an Early Childhood Education Program located in San Elijo Hills. We strive to provide quality Programs for children 18 months- Kindergarten. Our commitment is to provide high quality, professional, early education program for your children. We shall forever be committed to the individual child needs; not a commitment to...

Molly M. says "I'm a new parent and my daughter started in the fall. I couldn't be happier with their program and I feel like this preschool isn't a one size fit all as...

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Miller Family Daycare

1651 Saddlehorn Dr. San Marcos, CA

5.0(1)
I have a large licensed day care now for 10 years. I have 24 ECE units, and am continually taking workshops and classes related to my field. I am a member of the San Diego County Family Child Care Association, as well as the YMCA, and attend a support group with other childcare providers in my area. A few years back I added...

Vanessa says "Miller Family Daycare is an excellent daycare for infant to preschool age children. 2 of my children were enrolled in the program from toddler age to about...

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Montessori School of Oceanside 3

3965 Mission Avenue Suite 45 Oceanside, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Montessori
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
We are a family owned and operated Montessori School. We offer individualized care to Infants, Toddlers and Preschool Students! We provide quality care in a nurturing environment for children, ages 6 weeks to Kindergarten. Nestled in Oceanside, our School provides exceptional education, daycare (as part of our before and after...

Labrina says "Montessori School of Oceanside 3 is a safe and friendly environment where children are able to learn everyday skills that will benefit them throughout their...

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Hello Kiddie Day Care

1333 Calle Goya Oceanside, CA

Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
Hello Kiddie Daycare is a licensed childcare and early education provider in Oceanside, California. The center offers a loving environment and a structured pre-kindergarten program to children ages two to five years old. Operating hours are from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, weekdays.
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Mary's Home Day Care

3414 Hollencrest Rd San Marcos, CA

state license CPR/First aid certified Nutrition Program pre-school curriculum
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Mommy and ME Montessori Prep. School

4314 Silver Spring Way Oceanside, CA

Child care
Preschool
Mommy and Me Montessori Preparatory School located at 4314 Silver Spring Way, Oceanside, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school operates from eight AM to twelve Noon. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and after- school activities...
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Peppertree Montessori, Inc.

427 College Blvd Ste I Oceanside, CA

Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
Peppertree Montessori offers safe, nurturing & quality programs for Infants, Toddlers, preschool, kindergarten as well as before and after school extended hours services. The school provides a peaceful and safe Montessori environment where children are encouraged to express themselves with purpose, passion and vision and develop...
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Tracys Family Child Care

724 Point Cabrillo Oceanside, CA

In-Home daycare
Child care
Preschool
The Tracy's Family Childcare located at 724 Point Cabrillo, Oceanside, California, offers basic childcare. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and after- school activities including summer camps and winter breaks. The school is open from six AM to six PM, Mondays...
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English Way Preschool

1617 Stewart Street Oceanside, CA

English Way Preschool was opened for local families who want a different kind of preschool. Home based without the corporate feel. With few preschools in the area, most offering daycare, there was a need for a family run, high quality school where learning is fun and lessons are structured. Focusing on children between the ages...
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Montessori School of Oceanside 2

4760 Oceanside Blvd Oceanside, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
Our Montessori school is dedicated to the goal of providing excellent early childhood education and daycare programs to meet the needs of working parents. We happily enroll students of any race, color or ethnic origin. Licensed by the California State Department of Social Services, and staffed by trained and experienced...
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Central Montessori School Inc

286 N El Camino Real Encinitas, CA

Child care
Preschool
Central Montessori School Incorporated located at 286 North El Camino Real, Encinitas, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from seven AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and after- school...
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North County Community Svc.

2860 Thunder Dr Oceanside, CA

Child care
Preschool
The North County Community Service located at 2860 Thunder Drive, Oceanside, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school's hours of operation is from seven-thirty AM to five-fifteen PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It also offers...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Carlsbad, CA

Pre-k programs in Carlsbad, CA offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Carlsbad, CA, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in Carlsbad, CA typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Carlsbad, CA programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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