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We have 45 pre-k schools in San Marcos, CA! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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Discovery Isle (La Costa-San Marcos)

1655 S RANCHO SANTA FE RD SAN MARCOS, CA

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Preschool
Day Care
Child care
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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Intellichildren of San Marcos

212 W. San Marcos Blvd. San Marcos, CA

Intellichildren of San Marcos, is a comprehensive child care center offering care for children 6-weeks-old to 5-years-old. A new program was started in September, which also offers care for the school-aged child from kindergarten through fifth grade. We are within walking distance of San Marcos Elementary school, and is...
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Miller Family Daycare

1651 Saddlehorn Dr. San Marcos, CA

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...
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7237 - La Petite Academy of Oceanside

4179 AVENIDA DE LA PLATA OCEANSIDE, CA

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Child care
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,...
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7241 - La Petite Academy of Vista

725 SHADOWRIDGE DR VISTA, CA

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Child care
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,...
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Lily Pad Child Care & Learning Ctr.

1051 W. EL NORTE PARKWAY 176 Escondido, CA

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Helping your child leap into a world of knowledge in a safe, warm and loving environment. With over 10 years of experience in the field of education, we offer: Bilingual Education (English/Spanish) Japanese (Pre-K +) Math & Language Arts Classes Baby Yoga Mozart for Babies (Music Appreciation) Early Childhood...
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Little Ones Daycare

6910 Peach Tree Rd Carlsbad, CA

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Child care
Hello my name is Lilia! Here at Little Ones Daycare we offer childcare for infants as young as three months old, and for toddlers until they are ready for pre-school. I have worked with kids for the past 15 years, and have 10 years of daycare experience alone. I worked as an assistant at a daycare facility for many years...
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Grace Presbyterian Preschool

1450 E VISTA WAY VISTA, CA

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starting at
$1050/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Grace Preschool is a brand-new facility serving families with children ages 18m- 5 years. Please see our tour schedule to schedule a tour today! We provide a developmentally appropriate curriculum that allows students to gain relatable experiences through a balance of student and teacher led activities. Students are encouraged...
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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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Academic Pursuits

20461 Fortuna Del Sur Escondido, CA

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Academic
Preschool
Academic Pursuits Transitional Kindergarten is meant to prepare students for success in kindergarten through academic instruction and social/emotional growth. This transitional kindergarten is open to 4 year olds and is located in Elfin Forest, 15 minutes from R. Roger Rowe elementary school. It is operated as a school, NOT a...
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Fara's Day Care / Preschool

6750 Caurina Ct Carlsbad, CA

Preschool
In-Home daycare
My name is Fara, and I am mature, responsible, reliable, honest, and hardworking. Most importantly, I love children and enjoy caring for them, nurturing them, and watching them grow to become their own person. Many of the parents had their children stay at my daycare until they went off to Pre-K! Those who became big brothers...
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Our Family Day Care

664 Montage Road Oceanside, CA

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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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Farah's In Home Daycare

7650 Caurina Court Carlsbad, CA

My name is Fara, and I am mature, responsible, reliable, honest, and hardworking. Most importantly, I love children and enjoy caring for them, nurturing them, and watching them grow to become their own person. Many of the parents had the children stay at my daycare till they went off to Pre-K! Those who became big brothers and...
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Kids Town Montessori

867 Sycamore Ave Vista, CA

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Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
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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G. Jesenia Family Child Care

156 Avenida Descanso B Oceanside, CA

Hi, I'm a Family Child Care Provider , but will also be able to provide care outside my home on my free time, I'm certified CPR and First Aid training ,I'm in business since 2009, have a small license, experience working with infant (4 week and up) toddler, pre- school and school age. Offers: Safe and nice environment. Provide...
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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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Country Club Child Care

1574 W Country Cub Lane Escondido, CA

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Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
+ 3 more
ABOUT ME: Hello, my name is Regina K. (Ms. Regina). I am happily married to my husband Eric. We have a beautiful 2-year-old daughter. It is truly a blessing to be parents. From my early childhood I admired my mom's work as a teacher. I am very fortunate my dreams came true. I have studied and graduated from a Pedagogical...
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LittleLiving Nature School

923 Eucalyptus Avenue Vista, CA

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Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Reggio emilia
+ 1 more
Our Reggio Emilia/Nature School inspired Preschool-K Seasonal Sessions are set in a licensed outdoor based small home daycare. Your little one can explore, discover, delight, share, learn, play and socialize in an intimate nature and arts rich experience. Our beautiful outdoor garden rooms host a variety of plants and...
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Parkhurst Preschool/Daycare

6998 Waters End Drive Carlsbad, CA

We understand that this is an important and exciting time for you as you go through the process of choosing a preschool-kindergarten for your child. At Parkhurst Preschool and Daycare, we provide a loving, supportive, and nurturing environment where children develop a lifelong love of learning. Our educational philosophy...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in San Marcos, CA

Pre-k programs in San Marcos, 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 Marcos, 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 Marcos, 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 Marcos, 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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