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Pre-K Schools in Vista, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 54 listed pre-k schools

7241 - La Petite Academy of 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.

Grace Presbyterian Preschool

The facility looks amazing and the Director is awesome.

- Care member

LittleLiving Nature School

If you're looking for a place where your child can truly be a kid-play outside all day, jump in piles of leaves, steer a pretend pirate...

- Kimberly K.

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7241 - La Petite Academy of Vista's Photo

7241 - La Petite Academy of Vista

725 SHADOWRIDGE DR VISTA, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

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,...

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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Grace Presbyterian Preschool

1450 E VISTA WAY VISTA, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1050/mo
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
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...

Care Member says "The facility looks amazing and the Director is awesome. "

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LittleLiving Nature School

923 Eucalyptus Avenue Vista, CA

5.0(6)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Reggio emilia
Cooperative
+ 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...

Kimberly K. says "If you're looking for a place where your child can truly be a kid-play outside all day, jump in piles of leaves, steer a pretend pirate ship, go on...

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Kids Town Montessori

867 Sycamore Ave Vista, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Child care
Kindergarten
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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Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Big Tree Little Preschool Incorporated located at 1600 Buena Vista Drive, Vista, 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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7237 - La Petite Academy of Oceanside

4179 AVENIDA DE LA PLATA OCEANSIDE, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

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,...

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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Little Ones Daycare

6910 Peach Tree Rd Carlsbad, CA

5.0(5)
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...

Christina M. says "Lillia and Hannah are amazing. Our daughter was always so happy to go to daycare. I highly recommend Little Ones Daycare for their caring and calming...

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Fara's Day Care / Preschool

6750 Caurina Ct Carlsbad, CA

4.2(5)
In-Home daycare
Preschool
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...

Joyce J. says "We didn't stay long with Fara since we quickly realized there were major personality conflicts. She seemed very nice, nurturing and well qualified during...

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G. Jesenia Family Child Care

156 Avenida Descanso B Oceanside, CA

5.0(2)
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...

Courtney says "Jesenia was a lifesaver for my family. I found my self needing a sitter within a 3 day period, a weekend that I also had to work. She was able to care for...

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Parkhurst Preschool/Daycare

6998 Waters End Drive Carlsbad, CA

5.0(1)
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...

Van S says "From age 3 months to kindergarten, Carlene is magnificent with "her" kids. At 4 1/2 - 5 years old, these children know their alphabet, simple add and...

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Discovery Isle (Carlsbad)

6130 PASEO DEL NORTE CARLSBAD, CA

State license verified

Child care
Day 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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Lily Pad Child Care & Learning Ctr.

1051 W. EL NORTE PARKWAY 176 Escondido, CA

State license verified

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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Discovery Isle (Twin Oaks-San Marcos)

308 S TWIN OAKS VALLEY RD SAN MARCOS, CA

State license verified

Child care
Day 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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Discovery Preschool

1759 Oceanside Blvd Suite GH Oceanside, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Discovery Preschool offers Early Preschool, Preschool, Pre-K and School Age care for children ages 24 months through 12 years. Our comprehensive curriculum will ensure that your child is prepared for Kindergarten entry! Coming Soon... Infant and Toddler Programs will be available in January 2016!
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Discovery Isle (Oceanside)

3791 OCEANIC WAY OCEANSIDE, CA

State license verified

Academic
Child care
Day 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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El Camino Preschools Inc

2002 California St Oceanside, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
El Camino Preschool has been serving north county children for over 30 years! Our family owned and operated preschool is located on 3/4 acres of country landscape in the quiet Fire Mountain neighborhood of Oceanside. Children ages 2 to 6 years old attend our preschool and we provide before and after Kindergarten programs. We...
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Our Family Day Care

664 Montage Road Oceanside, CA

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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Discovery Isle Oceanside

3791 OCEANIC WAY OCEANSIDE, CA

State license verified

Academic
Child care
Day 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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Academic Pursuits

20461 Fortuna Del Sur Escondido, CA

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

Pre-k programs in Vista, 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 Vista, 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 Vista, 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 Vista, 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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