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Pre-K Schools in San Diego, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 176 reviews of the 79 listed pre-k schools

Happy Smiles Daycare/Preschool

As first time parents, we didn't know you had to get on wait lists right when you got pregnant in order to ensure care for your child if...

- Ezaree E.

Great Minds Daycare

Jennifer was a preschool teacher for my older son. I was fortunate to hire Jennifer as our nanny when my twins were born. She is so loving...

- Jillian G

Mimi's Place

We've been going to Mimi's place since our daughter was an infant and LOVE it! Nika the owner is kind, courteous and so helpful when it...

- Jamie G.

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Kiddie Cove Learning Center

5870 Ava Place San Diego, CA

Preschool
Child care
At Kiddie Cove, we provide a classroom learning environment within the comfort and care of a home! Doing pre-K curriculum to prepare your little one in their school years to come covering: sight words, addition, takeaways, writing, spelling and of course creative crafts to explore their minds and create treasures to cherish for...
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Ellie's Day Care

1440 Hotel Circle N San Diego, CA

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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Da Roze Home Daycare

832 Billow Dr. San Diego, CA

Experienced pre-school teacher offering: Planned learning activities, help with homework, art and crafts. * Toilet training available. Breakfast, lunch and snacks provided. Providing care for children 3 months and up . Open Monday - Friday 5am-6pm *After hours available. CPR and First-aid cert. All Programs welcome.
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New Generations Learning Center

9878 Hibert Street San Diego, CA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
New Generations Learning Center is an educational based childcare facility serving children ages six weeks to 12 years. It uses emergent style curriculum and features parent-accessible webcams, an in-house chef, and an advanced security system. NGLC also offers a private kindergarten and a before- and afterschool...
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Rainbows And Blue Skies Preschool

9593 Paseo Montril San Diego, CA

We are a state licensed home preschool since 1997. We offer care for 0-5 years of age. Great references, ratio, rates, and stability! We offer infant care, toilet training, preschool care with age appropriate curriculum, kindergarten readiness, hot meals, snacks, and large outside play area. We are open 7 am to 6 pm daily....
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Hillcrest Preschool

3900 Cleveland Ave. San Diego, CA

State license verified

We serve children ages 18 mos.- Kindergarten. We offer part-time and full-time care. We offer a play-based curriculum that follows the CA Dept. of Education's Preschool Learning Foundations that fosters the growth and development of the child's Physical (fine/gross motor skills), Cognitive (Math/Language/Science/Music &...
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St. Paul's Child Care Program

328 Maple Street San Diego, CA

Preschool
Child care
With extended hours from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., St. Paul's Childcare 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...
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N&k

15281 AMALIA ST SAN DIEGO, CA

State license verified

starting at
$420/mo
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Fun and educational activities We offer your child our best: Creative development, Social, emotional development. Nk Daycare take care of infant and toddler.
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Outdoor Outreach

5275 Market Street San Diego, CA

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...
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Little Bear Home Daycare

16211 Via Embeleso San Diego, CA

Little Bear Home Daycare Daycare WITH Pre-School Curriculum. Openings currently for children ages 3 months-5 years! Nutrition program included! High Quality Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks, Formula and Baby Food provided DAILY Fun, safe kid friendly environment centrally located in Rancho Bernardo. My home and myself...
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4S Ranch Daycare

16651 4S Ranch Pkwy San Diego, CA

In-Home daycare
Our in home daycare in 4S Ranch provides children with a fun learning environment that is age appropriate and structured to help prepare children for kindergarten. Our staff are educated, certified and experienced. We understand that children need to feel safe, have fun in order to grow into confident individuals who love to...
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Happy Smiles Daycare/Preschool

13288 Entreken Ave San Diego, CA

4.0(10)
Happy Smiles Daycare is a loving place set up with your child's fun, health, safety, and childhood education in mind. My name is Maribel, I am the Director of Happy Smiles Daycare and my goal is to provide your child with excellent care that will nourish and help him/her blossom and feel loved. I am a energetic mom with a...

Ezaree E. says "As first time parents, we didn't know you had to get on wait lists right when you got pregnant in order to ensure care for your child if both parents...

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Great Minds Daycare

10868 Caminito San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
In-Home daycare
Child care
Great Minds Daycare is a loving and fun environment where your children will grow and develop before Kindergarten. Please visit our website at www.greatmindsdaycare.com. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.

Jillian G says "Jennifer was a preschool teacher for my older son. I was fortunate to hire Jennifer as our nanny when my twins were born. She is so loving and kind and...

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Mimi's Place

3137 El Cajon Blvd. #43 San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
In-Home daycare
Mimi's Place - License #376621683 3137 El Cajon Blvd. #43, San Diego, CA 92104 M - F 24 hour availability For November & December - 1 week of free care after 4 weeks of care Full-Time Infant Rates 0-2: $200 weekly Full-Time Toddler Rates 2-3: $150 weekly Full-Time Potty Trained to Pre-School: $125 weekly We offer a...

Jamie G. says "We've been going to Mimi's place since our daughter was an infant and LOVE it! Nika the owner is kind, courteous and so helpful when it comes to each stage...

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I offer full-time, part-time, or drop-in child care out of my North Pacific Beach home. I accept children between two months to five years. Most of my children start as infants or toddlers, and stay with me until they fully transition into preschool or kindergarten. We read stories, draw and paint, listen and dance to music and...

Lisa D says "Caryl Hall has been my day care provider/nanny for 8 years and we currently still use her services. Caryl has been taking care of our daughter Ashley, since...

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Carmel Mountain Preschool is a privately owned preschool and offers part time and full time programs for children from 18 months to Kindergarten Prep. We also offer a school age program for elementary student for local schools in Rancho Penasquitos.

Ori V. says "It has been an amazing experience to see our daughter Olivia grow and thrive for the past 2.5 years at the CMP. After trying two other schools prior, I can...

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Happy Time Daycare

6217 Estelle St San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
Preschool
In-Home daycare
Child care
The Happy Time Daycare located at 6217 Estelle Street, San Diego, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It also offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and after- school activities, including summer camps and winter breaks.

Yolanda J says "I took my special needs daughter to Happy Time Daycare and she was so happy.she came home singing counting and saying her abc's.i am very happy with this...

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Fleur De Lis School Inc

3743 Front St San Diego, CA

5.0(3)
Preschool
Child care
Fleur De Lis School Incorporated located at 3743 Front Street, San Diego, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school's business operating hours is from seven AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It also offers before- and...

Care Member says "Fleur de Lis School provided our son and our family the most incredible experience we could have ever asked for. In our 2 years there, we watched our...

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Little Sprouts Academy

6690 Mission Gorge Road San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
Little Sprouts Child Enrichment Academy is a preschool and daycare center that provides organic and natural meals for your child. We believe that in order for your "Little Sprout" to grow to their full potential both developmentally and physically, they need a variety of high quality, nutritious food. Many preschools and daycare...

Myriah M. says "What a wonderful school! The rooms are so bright, clean and welcoming. The staff truly care about our family and always are so genuine and friendly. I...

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Medina Learning Center

6064 UNIVERSITY AVE SAN DIEGO, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1900/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Special needs
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
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Medina Learning Center is a licensed preschool center offering educational experiences and kindergarten readiness programs for up to 39 children located at 6064 University Ave in Mid-City in San Diego, CA.
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in San Diego, CA

Pre-k programs in San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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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