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Preschools in Carlsbad, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

4870 - Everbrook Academy of Carlsbad

Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with...

- Kayla S.

Kids Castle

Can you give 10 stars instead of 5? I can't write enough good things about Kids Castle. We found out about them on Tootris and signed up...

- Larisa H

Little Ones Daycare

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

- Christina M.

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4870 - Everbrook Academy of Carlsbad

7150 RANCHO SANTA FE RD CARLSBAD, CA

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive, confident kids, who are socially,...

Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and...

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Kids Castle

6783 Follette Street Carlsbad, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

Kids Castle is a licensed family home daycare for children, aged 6 weeks old and up. Our school combines academic learning with structured play in a fun, safe and nurturing environment. It has been an absolute joy to have been working in this field for more than 20 years. In my years working as a preschool teacher at a well...

Larisa H says "Can you give 10 stars instead of 5? I can't write enough good things about Kids Castle. We found out about them on Tootris and signed up for a tour....

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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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Kids Care Spot Daycare

3299 Valley Street Carlsbad, CA

Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Montessori
+ 3 more
We are new to Care.com but been in business since 2003 so please look at our Google Reviews and check out our website! Kids Care Spot is a licensed and certified daycare and preschool. We offer an outstanding environment for your child to become a happy, smart, curious and secure being. We are a daycare and a real preschool...
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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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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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COASTAL SAGE MONTESSORI Preschool & Elementary School

1400 LAS FLORES DR CARLSBAD, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$1250/mo
Faith based
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Montessori
+ 2 more
Essential to truly educating the whole child is to nourish their spiritual lives. At Coastal Sage Montessori, we believe that each child is unique, made in the image of God and earnestly seeking to understand the world around them, who they are, and what they are made for. Our teachers act as guides helping our students to...

Care Member says "Coastal Sage has been such a special place of learning for our son. He has grown so much and amazes us with his progress week over week. The teachers...

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ABC Time Home Preschool is a nurturing, educational preschool where children are encouraged to explore, ask questions, and most of all have fun. We offer a theme based curriculum where we engage in language literacy, pre-math skills, science & sensory experiences. We also have an Emmy nominated music teacher who comes twice a...

Shiki K. says "My son have been to Felicia's for 3 years, and she was AMAZING! He learned so much from potty training to reading! I am so glad I met her and I could be...

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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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Kidz Xpressions Preschool/childcare

930 Daisy Ave Carlsbad, CA

Kidz Xpressions is truly unique! The home is devoted to the children with a large creative play area, school room, large outdoor play area, and private napping rooms for each infant. Owner and teacher Ms. Laura has been teaching ages infant-5 year olds for over 20 years in both the large centers and home environment. With her...
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The Lily Pad Daycare

3609 Four Peaks Street Carlsbad, CA

Please check out our website www.lilypad1.com for more pictures and info! We are in the process of scheduling interviews and putting together an interest list for a half day preschool program beginning this fall. We are so excited to bring a new and unique curriculum to the children of Carlsbad-call today to reserve your spot!
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LePort Montessori Carlsbad Village

3016 Highland Drive Carlsbad, CA

Montessori
Kindergarten
At LePort, we help our students acquire the essential knowledge, thinking skills, and strength of character required to flourish as joyous children today, and as successful adults tomorrow. Our unique program emphasizes the relationship between the academically challenging material presented in the classroom, and the breadth of...
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San Marcos/Carlsbad KinderCare

6270 Flying L.C. Lane Carlsbad, CA

State license verified

Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great themes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of Food; Wild about Water; and...
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Aspirations School of Learning

6286 El Camino Real Carlsbad, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Aspirations School of Learning located in Carlsbad, CA is a Reggio inspired school that offers programs for Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten Prep, and Kindergarten. Students at Aspirations enjoy a well-rounded curriculum and enrichment programs such as American Sign Language, Spanish, Music, and Super Moverz.
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Carlsbad Children's Garden

2518 Jefferson St Carlsbad, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
The Carlsbad Children's Garden located at 2518 Jefferson Street, Carlsbad, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school operates from seven AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It provides programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They provide before- and after- school...
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Preschool Kruger House

3215 Eureka Pl Carlsbad, CA

Preschool
Preschool Kruger House Carlsbad, California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for families and kids from Parent-Toddler, Toddler, and Preschool Program.
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Angel Academy

La Costa Carlsbad, CA

Our licensed (lic# 376621298) family daycare / child care center / preschool offers warm, nurturing environment for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. We are a Montessori school and provide education based on that approach to learning. Day care teachers graduated from the Association Montessori International (AMI) and possess...
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Christ Presbyterian Preschool

7807 Centella St Carlsbad, CA

Child care
Preschool
Christ Presbyterian Preschool is a state-licensed early childhood education facility that offers early care and learning programs for preschool children. Located in Carlsbad, California, the company admits children ages two and a half to five years old. The company implements a developmental approach that supports the individual...
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Pilgrim Chldren's Center

2020 Chestnut Ave Carlsbad, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Pilgrim Children's Center Preschool (age 2-5) and Full Day Kindergarten Full and Half Day Programs ($255-$915) Call to schedule a tour! Full Day Kindergarten $755 Extended Care $850 Registration $150 Materials Fee $25 Experienced Credential Teacher, Small Class Size (1:12), Common Core Curriculum. Call to...
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Cindy's Famiy Daycare

3725 Adams St Carlsbad, CA

Our daycare is a family setting , all our children feel at home here. We also have a preschool setting for our pre-preschoolers where we teach all the need to know before they enter kindergarden. A big backyard where our children can run and play and enjoy the great outdoors. We provide healthy snacks and breakfast and lunch.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Carlsbad, CA

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Carlsbad, CA. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Carlsbad, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Carlsbad, CA, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Carlsbad, CA.

When looking for a preschool near you in Carlsbad, CA on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Carlsbad, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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