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COTTONTAIL PRESCHOOL
5.0
We felt so at ease having our child at Cottontail! We love it here and know that our baby is in great hands!!
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BEREAN BIBLE BAPTIST ACADEMY
5.0
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 experience so far.
- Vanessa R.
Montessori Explorer School
5.0
Montessori Explorer Elementary School is warm and welcoming. They made it a point to learn about my son from the beginning as a military child. The academics at the school are exceptional. My son graduated from 3rd grade and is attending a private school that supports learning at his increased...
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Montessori Home Daycare / FAMILY CHILD CARE
5.0
Cece has been incredible. We have had bad experiences with other in home day care providers so it made us weary to use another one. But she has earned our trust and our 3 year old autistic son absolutely loves it there. Highly recommend!
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Olga Ramirez Family Child Care
5.0
We love Ms. Olga’s daycare! Our 22 month old daughter has been with her for a few months now, and we are so grateful to have found this type of environment. We receive daily photos of our happy girl and her daycare friends engaging in fun activities. Our daughter can be shy and slow to warm up, but...
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Preschools in Chula Vista, CA
5.0
(5)
Cottontail Preschool was established in 1982 and is known throughout the community for our "home like atmosphere." We offer a fun and educational environment where your little one will engage in a variety of activities and have the opportunity to learn life skills through play, in addition to...
5.0
"They are an awesome daycare. Both of my kids go there. It is an amazing school to have my kids at."
kendra M.
5.0
(3)
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...
5.0
"I just love them and how they are very attentive to my son and his needs."
Angela E.
5.0
(3)
Montessori Explorer offers a quality Montessori education in a stimulating, nurturing environment for children ages 2-12 years. Our educational programs do much more than teach your child; they instill confidence, independent thought and a-long love of learning.
Montessori Explorer prides itself...
5.0
"My child has attended Montessori Explorer for 3 years. The staff have made the transition from preschool to Kindergarten wonderful for him. When he had difficulty potty training at school they took the time to observe and trouble shoot with us. They have changed...
Jessica C.
Montessori Home Daycare / FAMILY CHILD CARE
1337 Indian Creek Place, CHULA VISTA, CA
5.0
(5)
Commit to Your Child’s Future
At our Montessori Home Daycare ( Bilingual & Curriculem Base) , we wholeheartedly believe in the power of early childhood education. Our mission is to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment where your child can grow, learn, and thrive. With a strong focus on...
5.0
"My daughter learned so much and had the best experience there. I don’t think she would be as well-rounded as she is, if she did not attend montessori home daycare. Highly recommend this place."
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Olga Ramirez Family Child Care
1734 Long Ridge St., Chula Vista, CA
4.9
(37)
I have 24 years of experience as an Early Childhood Educator. In Olga's Family Child Care, we offer a fun and educational structured program for infants, toddlers and preschool children to help them prepare for kindergarten. Our home is a smoke free environment. We have a big backyard where we spend...
5.0
"We love Ms. Olga’s daycare! Our 22 month old daughter has been with her for a few months now, and we are so grateful to have found this type of environment. We receive daily photos of our happy girl and her daycare friends engaging in fun activities. Our daughter...
Care member
Busy Fingers Daycare
17 E. San Miguel Dr., Chula Vista, CA
5.0
(3)
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!
5.0
"We have seen tremendous growth in both of our children under the supervision of Irene and her staff. They are very caring and invested in the well-being of every child at Busy Fingers. The preschool program is topnotch. Busy Fingers provides us a piece of mind that...
Andrea T
Sandra's Family Daycare
1230 Mission Ave, Chula Vista, CA
5.0
(2)
My name is Sandra Cumplido. I have been a daycare provider for 24 years. I am licensed for a large daycare. I am CDA certified by the Council for Professional Recognition.
I have been working with the Headstart Program (15 years), Chicano Federation (10 years), YMCA (24 years), Children's Home...
5.0
"Sandra is a wonderful, kindhearted, and trustworthy daycare provider. Her love for children is evident and inspiring. She has great teaching techniques, a wide variety of educational toys/supplies, and is very clean. My family and I have been extremely blessed to...
Denise R.
Kids On The Go
2015 Birch Rd. Ste. 1703, Chula Vista, CA
5.0
(1)
Our specialized family service center caters to families with children of all ages, offering unique and educational agendas to best suit each group. Whether you have a 2 to 5-year-old who is getting ready to enter kinder, or your 6th grader is preparing to enter middle school, we can offer services...
5.0
"$300/week full time
$100 annual fee
$25 emergency kit fee
Excellent communication & call back time"
Mishael T.
Parra Family
397 Windjammer Circle, Chula Vista, CA
5.0
(1)
Hi, I am an Instructional Assistant for an Elementary School District, and I have 2 little girls of my own. I love kids and I believe they should always be well cared for, and respected in an amorous and professional way. I can also help your kids with homework. I have worked with kids with special...
5.0
"I'm strongly recommending, she is so patient and kind, with my 9 years old son.........the kids are always busy with activities that she has for all ages..........there is always food prepare home made........"
Olga G
4.0
(1)
Philosophy
We recognize the need for children to feel wanted and recognized; therefore, we believe one of the best ways children learn best is by establishing and building trust. We value the importance of learning and take pride in our teachers as they customize curriculum based on what the...
4.0
"We completed all of my son's preschool with First United they were great. "
Kimberly A.
Ms. Cookie's House
1480 Santa Diana Rd Unit 5, Chula Vista, CA
5.0
(4)
Ms. Cookie's House is a Christian based, academic, family child care facility, in Chula Vista. We are state licensed (376628490) and care for children from 3 months to 5 years. We offer a year-round academic program with a strong emphasis on early Reading, Math, Language Arts, Social Studies,...
5.0
"Mrs Cookie is very warm and welcoming. My son loves her. She's like his grandmother away from home. Very sweet and kind. She is always my go to when I want to go out on dates. I highly recommend Mrs Cookie."
Paris Z.
Esperanza's Daycare
424 Moss St, Chula Vista, CA
5.0
(1)
Esperanza's Daycare is a state-licensed child care facility that offers educational day care programs for young children. Located in Chula Vista, California, the company offers full-time programs, drop-in care services, and before and after-school programs. The company provides a wide range of...
Safari Daycare
1086 Morgan Hill Dr, Chula Vista, CA
5.0
(1)
Safari Daycare located in Chula Vista, CA focuses on providing reliable, loving care and supporting healthy development and learning in a safe, sunny, fun, and colorful environment. The center specializes in children ages zero to nine years old and operates Mondays through Fridays from 6 AM to 6 PM.
5.0
"I absolutely love Paola and her team. He's learning so much and making great friends. He knows more Spanish then mommy and its awesome."
Vonna Rae V.
Little Steps Christian Childcare
841 Humphrey PL, Chula Vista, CA
5.0
(2)
Little Steps Christian Childcare
License # 376616683
At little Steps Christian Childcare your children will be in a safe home environment receiving nutritious meals combined with fun educational activities.
Each child will receive one on one attention just like they receive at home....
5.0
"I have been taking my daughter to Little Steps Christian Childcare for the past 2 summers (started at age 7) and all school breaks, in between. I LOVE Miss Angie! I am very selective when it comes to leaving my daughter with anyone. SO I looked at many daycares...
Teresa S.
Baby Angels Center
618 Fourth Ave, Chula Vista, CA
5.0
(1)
Baby Angels Center provides a safe, welcoming, Christian faith based atmosphere from young ages 6 weeks to 30 months. We are not an in home daycare so your children will be in a school environment; therefore our classes are small maintaining a safe, comfortable, at home feel your little one still...
5.0
"Best childcare center I have my 6 month old here and the staff are very professional and loving."
Evelyn H.
5.0
(2)
5.0
"CVPP has been a great introduction and stepping stone for my children in their academic and social careers. Our family has attended CVPP since 2018 with our eldest having graduated from there in 2021 and our youngest set to graduate in June, 2023. The teachers and...
Linda C.
BUSY BEES CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
561 THIRD AVENUE, CHULA VISTA, CA
Our Mission:
Every child deserves a strong start in life. In a safe and nurturing environment, we will provide an early childhood program that adheres to each child's need in all areas of development. Lessons and activities will be planned by credentialed teachers with the whole child in mind....
Esther's Family Child Care
1753 Elmhurst St., Chula Vista, CA
Esther's Family Child Care is a Safe, Loving and Nurturing home! As a parent, I believe that there is nothing more important than having your child feel safe and loved. Here at daycare we offer homework assistance for all school ages. We have lots of hands on with arts and crafts, not to mention...
Isidro,merlyn Family Child Care
1677 Oconnor Ave, Chula Vista, CA
I love helping family work with their schedule as much as I can I been in child care business For 15 I start on Navy childcare provider small licensed for 14 years, now I have a big Licensed with a 2 assistant, Welcome to MERLYNISIDRO childcare your local childcare provider is Chula Vista, San...
Kids Depot of Otay Ranch
1394 E. Palomar St., Chula Vista, CA
Kids Depot in a licensed, and NAEYC Accredited Child Development Center provides services for infants 6 weeks old and up to School age children 12 years old. We provides programs for young children that foster the whole child concept, stimulates a child's natural interest in, and enjoyment of...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Chula Vista, CA
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Chula Vista, CA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Chula Vista, 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 Chula Vista, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Chula Vista, CA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Chula Vista, 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 Chula Vista, CA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Chula Vista, CA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Chula Vista, 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 Chula Vista, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.
Ratings for Chula Vista, CA preschools listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Preschools in Chula Vista, CA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 75 reviews of the 77 listed preschools.