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We have 60 pre-k schools in National City, CA! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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E C S HEAD START

1805 E 17th St National City, CA

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ECS Head Start located at 1805 E 17th Street, National City, CA is a comprehensive child development program serving children from birth to age five, pregnant women, and their families. This child-focused program uses research-based, developmentally appropriate curricula and have the overall goal of increasing Kindergarten readiness for young children from low-income families.
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7234 - La Petite Academy of Chula Vista

798 E J ST CHULA VISTA, CA

5.0(1)

5 mi

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We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized curriculum in our infant care, toddler care, early preschool, preschool, Pre-K/Pre-Kindergarten, junior Kindergarten and private Kindergarten programs. Learn more about our educational daycare for infants and above, plus before- and after-school care, enrichment programs, summer camp, and Flex Care.

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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BEREAN BIBLE BAPTIST ACADEMY

345 FIFTH AVE CHULA VISTA, CA

5.0(3)

2 mi

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$1507/mo
Faith based
Outdoor/nature
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Kindergarten
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Since 2006, Berean Bible Baptist Academy has developed a reputation for providing children with a high-quality Christian education in grades K-12th including our Pre-school (Ages 3-4) which began in 2008. Our goal is to lead our students to a relationship with Jesus Christ and to give them a solid and advanced Christian education. At Berean Bible Baptist Academy, the entire administration and faculty are dedicated to the intellectual, spiritual, and social growth of each student.

Vanessa R. says "They are really good with teaching the kids. My daughter started late kindergarten and immediately picked up how to read and write. It has been a great...

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INTERNATIONAL PRE-SCHOOL

5940 WINCHESTER ST SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(3)

2 mi

starting at
$1100/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
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At International Preschool & Kindergarten, we take pride in our long-standing commitment to early childhood education. Established in 1977, we've been providing an exceptional learning environment for over 44 years. As a local and family-owned institution, our passion for nurturing young minds and empowering their future is at the heart of everything we do. Our team of dedicated teachers, all with education degrees, ensures that your child receives the best possible start to their academic journey. We understand the importance of early education, and that's why we offer a comprehensive academic curriculum, as well as a creative blend of music, art, and dance, to stimulate your child's imagination and talents.

Patricia C. says "I have had nothing but good experiences All teachers have a bachelors in education and they were very helpful with assisting my child and transiting him...

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HILLCREST PRESCHOOL

3900 CLEVELAND AVE SAN DIEGO, CA

3.0(2)

7 mi

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$1400/mo
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
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We are an inclusive, diverse preschool in the heart of Hillcrest helping children make sense of the world through play. We accept both toddlers and preschoolers (18-months to 5 years) in a safe, loving, and stimulating environment full of passionate and dedicated teachers. At Hillcrest Preschool, we focus heavily on socialization, using everyday interactions to teach essential life skills in organic and developmentally-appropriate ways. As children grow and develop, we prepare them for Kindergarten using a child-led, play-based approach - naturally incorporating numbers, literacy, writing, science, and all academic subjects into our daily curriculum based on the children's interests and abilities. We are committed to authenticity and equity so that our children, families, and teachers feel seen, accepted, and celebrated for who they are, laying the groundwork to leading healthy, productive lives and the ability to thrive. We accept children 18mos. - 5yrs., offering full-time and part-time schedules, either full or half days. We offer a variety of tuition discounts and accept all major subsidy tuition assistance programs for qualifying families. Please give us a call or send us an email to schedule a tour!

Care Member says "Could not be more happy with Hillcrest Preschool! A wonderful experience for my daughter and we plan to enroll our son next year! Teachers go above and...

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Otay Ranch Maria M Daycare

1497 Oakpoint Ave Chula Vista, CA

5.0(1)

7 mi

Otay Ranch M Maria Daycare will use our knowledge to offer stimulating, developmental activities when your child is ready for them. They include music, movement and outdoor play. In addition, we will provide practical life and sensory activities, arts and crafts, pre-reading English and Spanish and pre-math skills. We also have quiet story and sharing times, manipulatives, dramatic play and lots of laughter. We strive to meet your child's physical, intellectual, social, and emotional needs. We feel children learn best in a loving, organized, natural learning environment. Your child will learn important values such as patience, sharing, responsibility, compassion for self and others, communication and teamwork. They will also learn the basics of education such as recognizing his/her alphabet, numbers, colors, shapes, name and how to paint, play with dough, cut with scissors, color with crayons, and the beginning stages of reading and writing. With 15+ years in the caretaking field and 8 years with a daycare license, Otay Ranch M Maria Daycare ensures a great and quality environment for you children.

Asia H. says "My daughter attended Maria Martha Daycare for two years and she had the time of her life! She learned so much from them and would sometimes cry when it was...

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Busy Fingers Daycare

17 E. San Miguel Dr. Chula Vista, CA

5.0(3)

5 mi

We are a preschool for toddlers and Kindergarten preparation. Before and after school pickup available from Cook Elementary and Hilltop Elementary. We are open 6 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday - Thursday and 6 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Friday. Tutoring available! Ask about our evening care!

Lisa says "Daycare is one of the most difficult choices a parent will make. I always say that trusting someone with my most precious possession, my children, is the...

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Irma's Family Child Care.

3969 Casita Way San Diego, CA

5.0(9)

7 mi

In-Home daycare
Preschool
Hello Mom and Dad. I am licensed as a family child care provider--20 years--located in my child care home in the College area (Convenient to College Ave and Hwy 94, and College Ave and I-8. Close to La Mesa, Lemon Grove, and in S.D. Near the College Grove Shopping Center. ) My home is bright, colorful, clean, and caring! + You can see more about us at our site-- www.IrmasFamilyChildCare.com My phone is 619.296.7446 or 619.972.8946. You'll see that we are NOT the usual child care and preschool place. + My top-notch program includes preschool curriculum, Child Nutrition Program meals, arts and crafts (every day), songs, finger plays, storytelling (every day), exercises, science and much more. +We also have naps (thank heaven!), and wonderful caring and teaching by me and my assistant, Janeth. I have a multi-aged group--12 months to 4 years, which is the best for fun and learning. We learn through our play and circle time! I believe that this is the Child Care your Child deserves. + Large play room, and two large outside areas with gyms, tables, toys, play cars and more. Breakfast, lunch, and nutritious snack included. +All government programs accepted. I am also a mentor for other child care providers in San Diego. + OPENINGS! I currently have for one12 months to 4 years old preschoolers. (One child moved up to kindergarten.) + Come by and you'll see that we are not a "typical place" at all. Feel free to compare us with others. Or, again, you can see lots of pictures at www.IrmasFamilyChildCare.com. + Please call if you like. You can email me for more pictures, or see my website above. I look forward to hearing from you. Irma.

Care Member says "I enrolled my son at Irma's Family Child Care when my son was about 1.5 years old after just moving to San Diego. I was so grateful for my son and my...

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Healthy Toddlers Care

4026 Olympic Street San Diego, CA

5.0(2)

7 mi

ENROLL TODAY - CONTACT US TO SCHEDULE A TOUR! Full-Time space available for children who are two years old &amp; up. What sets us about from the rest? Spacious outdoor learning environment Separate nap room (Personal crib or toddler bed.) Multicultural Curriculum with Yoga and Gardening Lessons All Staff has Child Development Degrees Music and Movement Turtle Exhibit and Pet Chickens Affordable rates - rates include healthy homemade meals Hours: 7:30 am to 5:30 pm We have positive reviews Healthy Toddlers Care mission is to provide a program which considers the intellectual, creative, social, emotional and physical development of the whole child while fostering curiosity, confidence, and compassion in an academically rich environment that inspires a lifelong commitment to learning. We believe that a safe, stable, healthy and culturally relevant environment is crucial to a child's growth. Through the cooperative partnership of parents and staff, we provide a model of community that will sustain and enrich our children throughout their lives. FAQ Q: What age range do you accept? Generally, we only accept infants who are 18 months and older. However, we may make an exception for a child who can walk and feed him/her self. If your child doesn't have these skills, it's best for you to sign up for our waiting list. However, we will except school age students for drop-in purposes. We understand that families need services when their school may have an extended holiday break or school closer dates. Q: Do you have a cut off age? Yes. Our enrollment cut-off age is four-years-old. We strongly believe that children need to graduate from childcare to preschool at age four. Just as students in an elementary, middle and high school are usually grouped by age, we find that the four-year-olds are ready to break away from the toddlers and infants to prepare for kindergarten. Q: Do you accept part-time enrollments? I was thinking of using a childcare service for two or three days a week. As a family childcare home, we have a limited number of students we can enroll. It doesn't make sense for us to allocate space for part-time students. You are welcome to enroll your child on a full-time basis and not send him/her every day. But we do charge full tuition for every child regardless of the number of days he/she attends. Q: What are your hours? Our regular hours are from 7:30 to 5:30. Ther

Kara B. says "Our 2 1/2 year old has been at Healthy Toddlers Care for a few months and absolutely loves it. They do such a great job with their programming, including...

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Peppergrove Children Center

1546 Klauber Ave. San Diego, CA

5.0(2)

3 mi

Peppergove Children's Center 1544 Klauber Ave San Diego, Ca 92114 (619 262 5360 Lic. # 370811845 PRESCHOOL PROGRAM with DAY CARE Monday thru Friday 5:30am to 5;00pm CLOSED HOLIDAYS AGES 18 months thru 5 years Meals are included---we serve breakfast, AM snack, lunch and PM snack PROGRAM EMPHASIS: *LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT *SELF-ESTEEM *PROBLEM SOLVING *SOCIAL INTERACTION *CREATIVITY **KINDERGARTEN READINESS** My name is Dorothea and I started Peppergrove Children's Center 33 years ago when my daughter was 8 months old. Before we began our family I was working for SDUSD Children Centers as a Preschool Teacher. Peppergrove is a developmentally based Preschool Program with hands-on learning activities. Science, Art and Music are an integral part of the curriculum. Curriculum is set-up in two week units and has one broad subject such as 'how plants grow', 'bugs and butterflies'... along with the basics---letters, numbers, shapes. Language is a critical component as well. As an emergent reader it is the Preschoolers doorway to not only strong reading skills and mastering math but also their ability to problem solve. The Preschool is separate from the rest of the house. The classroom consist of the Rug Room which has the science table and floor activities such as blocks, cars, manipulative... It is also were we do Group Time and Music. The Art Room is for table activities such as drawing, puzzles, games, art projects... This is also where we eat and it has the bathroom. The last room is Dramatic Play for dress-up and housekeeping. It also has a funky piano that the children may use 'to make music'. Academics are important but a positive self image is essential and directly related to school success. It is the most important thing a child needs in order to reach their full potential. It is my objective to offer a challenging classroom setting which promotes both learning and a positive self-image. I am very proud of this program. We offer a safe, nurturing, learning environment. Because we are small, we can prepare each child for kindergarten while embracing their unique talents and strength.

Maggi N says "My daughter has been here from 18 months old. She'll be three this month. She just loves it and we love all of the wonderful things she has learned. She...

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St Paul's Senior Services

328 Maple St San Diego, CA

5.0(1)

7 mi

International
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
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With extended hours from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., St. Paul's Child Care program offers a loving, family oriented environment for children to learn. Offering care for infants as young as two-months to children five years of age, we provide a positive atmosphere promoting the intellectual, social and emotional growth of children. The Child Care Curriculum addresses the specific needs of each age and stage in a child's development. We stress the process of learning and discovery to help them become self-confident, independent and inquisitive learners. Our small class-size and curriculum is designed to : * Build self-confidence. * Develop &amp; enhance vocabulary. * Increase interest in books. * Encourage recognition of differences in sound, size, shape and color. * Develop respect for individual and cultural differences with awareness of community and social roles. * Successfully transition to kindergarten.

Rachel M. says "I love St. Paul's!!!!! My Daughter has learned so much from the 2 1/2 years she has attended this Daycare. They have curriculm plans and teach so much! My...

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Touching The Hearts Of Children Day Care

3832 Mesa Vista Way Bonita, CA

5.0(14)

5 mi

Touching the Hearts of Children Day Care offers quality family home childcare. Our goal is to make a difference in the hearts of children by creating a special place with the atmosphere of a home in which your child will grow and be developed intellectually, emotionally, socially, and physically. We offer a preschool daily curriculum, kindergarten preparation program, infants-toddlers development program, after-school care, nutritional meals and snacks, potty training, bilingual, state licensed to care for 14 children, CPR, First Aid certified. We are open Monday - Thursday 7.00a.m. to 5:00p.m. Friday 7:00am to 4:00pm We are located near Plaza Bonita Mall off of Sweetwater Road.

Care Member says "Are you looking for a daycare provider that will ease your concerns, gives your child so much love and attention, goes above and beyond with...

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Dreambig Family Daycare

4115 Olympic St San Diego, CA

7 mi

My Name is Makisha Mcneil the Director of Dreambig Family ChildCare, Providing a safe and healthy environment for infants and children. Our school offers Infant and Toddler Care, Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten and School-Age programs. We've been serving families in the community for more than 10years. The standards that we follow are higher than the State of California Child Daycare Licensing Standards. We closely follow recommendations from state and local authorities, to maintain a clean, safe, healthy environment. I manage this daycare as if the children, parents and teachers are an extension of my own family. My staff and I provide children with a safe and nurturing environment that enhances learning through interactive and educational activities. If you are looking for a high-quality early education program for your family, I believe you will find it here at our school. Come in for a tour today to learn more about our amazing Dreambig Family in San Diego Ca, 92115
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Randolph Family Child Care

6800 Harvala Street San Diego, CA

7 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
In 2000 I received my Bachelors degree in Pre-K/Primary education. My journey in education began as 6 to 6 teacher. While earning my degree, I worked in several areas of education, starting in an afterschool program , and working my way up to Kindergarten teacher and then a Title 5 Preschool director. I am grateful for my degree and more grateful for the employment opportunities. Soon after I started my first teaching placement, I realized I wasn't fulfilled and I missed the preschool age. The unhappiness in my career propelled me to open up my home daycare in 2004. In my 30 year career I have been blessed to nurture and raise 100's of children. I absolutely LOVE my career and I am blessed to be a provider. I take a lot of pride in providing a nurturing environment and second home to children. My program is play-based, bilingual program. Children have the opportunity to choose from a variety of tasks that will allow for a balanced daily schedule of individual and small and large group activities. A large portion of our day is based on language and literacy. My home will become your child's home away from home, therefore we prepare your child for social environments they will have to encounter. We teach your children manners and social etiquette. We model appropriate behavior and language, always emphasizing being polite and kind to others. An example of this is our approach to meal time. We all gather together to enjoy our meals. We model eating habits and graces. We hold conversations with children and model family style dining. We build on team work by asking others to pass food and encourage all to try new things. We also work hygiene into our daily schedule. We believe that there is a learning experience in everything that we do and we like to take full advantage of all of our opportunities to do so. The world is our classroom, 85% is spent outdoors. Children are encouraged to explore nature. Facility Includes: One large living room, two large playgrounds (climbers, play house, bike path, bikes, balls, water/sensory table and sandbox). Your child will experience their world in their eye level. Furniture and play structure are all child size. Miss Blanca and I look forward to meeting with you and your family, we would love to show off our fabulous setting and meet your little one.
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Ellie's Day Care

1440 Hotel Circle N San Diego, CA

6 mi

Your little ones will be in safe hands with us! I have 6 years of experience under my belt, and am the oldest of 10 children, so I have a lot of experience with them. My partner is a US Navy sailor with CPR training. I'm a K-8 education major, and comfortable with children of all ages.
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Sandy's Daycare

1382 Misty Ridge Place Chula Vista, CA

7 mi

Hello Parents, My name is Sandra and I am a licensed childcare provider. I have been caring for children for 9 years. I enjoy working with children where I offer top quality childcare with lots of love and individual care while helping develop the basic skills and getting them ready for Pre-K and Kindergarten. Breakfast, two snacks and lunch are provided. Adult, Child, Infant CPR and Pediatric First Aid certified. Finger printed clear criminal background. Payment programs are welcome. Please feel free to call for more information. Thank you!
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Tiny Teapots Preschool & Daycare

4156 Epsilon St San Diego, CA

2 mi

Hi everyone! We are a curriculum based in home daycare. Our staff/owner has 10+ years experience with children. Our program will provide the foundation that your child needs to flourish in kindergarten. We offer a unique combination of curriculum and play based learning that allows each child to explore their imagination while acquiring knowledge and skills through education. For us, this isn't just a job, it is our passion and our dream to own a daycare. We pride ourselves in our dedication to learning, and our want to teach and nurture the coming generations. Each child is special to us. Our goal is to harness the best of each child and give them the space to facilitate their growth. Our uniquely paired program gives each child the right balance of imagination, stimulation, and learning opportunities. Our goal is to not only teach each child basic knowledge of ABC's and counting, but for them to leave here a better, well rounded individual each day. Some of what we offer in our program: -Breakfast, lunch and snacks. -Art and projects. -Beginners American Sign Language. -Preschool with counting, color, shapes, spelling, alphabet, reading and writing, And much more! We would love to show you our daycare. Send us an email and schedule a tour today! We also offer after hours and weekend babysitting. For rates and more information, feel free to reach out via email! tinyteapotspreschool@gmail.com License#: 376629111.
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Outdoor Outreach

5275 Market Street San Diego, CA

3 mi

From surfing beach breaks to exploring San Diego Bay by kayak, there are BIG ADVENTURES to be had in San Diego. This summer, teens and pre-teens ages 11-17 can ADVENTURE WITH US, exploring San Diego while creating friendships, building community, and developing leadership skills for all of life's adventures. Participants will come together from diverse cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds to create an environment where we can celebrate what makes us unique, and appreciate the differences of others.
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Keen Kiddos Place

1216 Crystal Springs Dr. Chula Vista, CA

10 mi

- Spanish Immersion Program with New Ratio 1:3 - &quot;Social Interaction while having fun and learning in a safe environment.&quot; We keep children safe from COVID-19. We offer blocks, dramatic play, art, toys and games, stories and books. We also offer active play with sand, water, music and outdoor play. We get them ready to acquire the skills they should have before they enter TK or Kindergarten. The Curriculum is based on: - relationships are the foundation for learning - children learn through play - children learn by interacting with people and their environments - partnerships with families are essential No payment requirement for sick days. No payment requirement for closures. - Programa en Espa&ntilde;ol con nueva proporci&oacute;n de solo 3 ni&ntilde;os - &quot;Interacci&oacute;n Social mientras se divierte y aprende en un ambiente seguro&quot; Mantenemos los cuidados necesarios para COVID-19. Ofrecemos bloques, juego dram&aacute;tico, arte, juguetes y juegos, cuentos y libros. Ademas juego activo con arena y agua, m&uacute;sica y movimiento. Los preparamos para adquirir las habilidades que deben tener antes de ingresar a TK o Kindergarten. El plan de estudios se basa en los principios de: - las relaciones son la base del aprendizaje - los ni&ntilde;os aprenden a trav&eacute;s del juego - los ni&ntilde;os aprenden interactuando con las personas y sus entornos - las alianzas con las familias son esenciales No se requiere pago por dias de enfermedad. No se requiere pago por cierres.
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Little Hearts Childcare

10121 Destiny Mountain Ct Spring Valley, CA

9 mi

License: 376628407 I am a mother of two girls (3 years and 12 years old). I am a licensed family/home childcare provider. I am also an online community college instructor of anthropology so I can help your child with homework and provide a home away from home while they are under my care. My mom and sister also help me and they are all great with children. The food that I cook is halal/zabiha (and I use no pig/pork products) and I always have vegetarian options (including tofu, soy milk). My home is spacious (3k sq feet) and we have a hiking trail at the bottom of the hill of my block that I can take your child for exercise and outdoor/nature time.

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Pre-K Schools in National City, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools

7234 - La Petite Academy of Chula Vista

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

BEREAN BIBLE BAPTIST ACADEMY

They are really good with teaching the kids. My daughter started late kindergarten and immediately picked up how to read and write. It has...

- Vanessa R.

INTERNATIONAL PRE-SCHOOL

I have had nothing but good experiences All teachers have a bachelors in education and they were very helpful with assisting my child and...

- Patricia C.

FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in National City, CA

Pre-k programs in National City, 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 National City, 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 National City, 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 National City, 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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