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Preschools in Encinitas, CA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

Montessori School of Encinitas

Both of my kids went/are currently attending MSE, they have a fantastic program with caring teachers who gently guide and encourage kids to...

- Grace H.

Shantivanam Childrens Community

I had the opportunity to send my 4 year old son to Shantivanam this summer and we had an exceptional experience. Elishela and the other...

- Sara

Olivenhain Country Preschool

Overall great facility but the staff seemed to turnover quite a bit there in the short six months my son attended. Kids definitely get...

- Danielle H.

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Montessori School of Encinitas

141 S. El Camino Real Ste. E Encinitas, CA

3.0(2)

State license verified

Montessori School of Encinitas is located just south of Encinitas Blvd. on El Camino Real. We provide programs for children from 6 weeks to 6 years of age in a safe, stable environment which enables them to develop self- confidence, independence, inner discipline and a love for learning. Here, each child progresses through...

Grace H. says "Both of my kids went/are currently attending MSE, they have a fantastic program with caring teachers who gently guide and encourage kids to become more...

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Shantivanam Childrens Community located at 229 Cerro Street, Encinitas, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from seven-thirty AM to five PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and after- school...

Sara says "I had the opportunity to send my 4 year old son to Shantivanam this summer and we had an exceptional experience. Elishela and the other teachers were so...

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Olivenhain Country Preschool

448 Rancho Santa Fe Rd Encinitas, CA

4.0(1)
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Olivenhain Country Preschool in Encinitas, California provides a safe, loving and nurturing environment where children can grow and develop skills needed for future academic success. The school serves children from 7 weeks to 4 years old and offers infant, toddler, preschool, and junior kindergarten programs. Operating hours are...

Danielle H. says "Overall great facility but the staff seemed to turnover quite a bit there in the short six months my son attended. Kids definitely get dirty there, so...

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Encinitas Shinning Star Preschool

511 Encinitas Blvd Encinitas, CA

5.0(2)
Child care
Preschool
Encinitas Shinning Star Preschool in Encinitas, 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 six weeks to five years old.

Lana says "This school is the best & they have a new smaller sister school in Oceanside also."

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Lighthouse Christian Preschool

510 S El Camino Real Encinitas, CA

5.0(1)

Megan C. says "Such an amazing preschool! When you walk in you can see the passion and love that each of the teachers have for their students! Love this place!"

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Bright Start Preschool

1143 Wild Canary Lane Encinitas, CA

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Bright Starts Preschool is a home-based preschool located in beautiful Olivenhain, Encinitas on almost 3/4 of an acre! Here children have plenty of room to run and play. Bright Starts is a Reggio Emilia Inspired Preschool with carefully designed lessons that foster learning in a creative, warm and caring, child-centered...
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The Purposeful Preschool

1242 Hermes Ave Encinitas, CA

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Preschool
The Purposeful Preschool believes children learn best when their imaginations and intellect are engaged, and when they are empowered to be active participants in their own learning. Together we co-construct our learning experience through observation, intentional planning, creative environments, and exploration of materials. Our...
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The Nursery School at Crest View Farm

1311 Crest Dr Encinitas, CA

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
In-Home daycare
On a quiet street, in a cozy house, here children play. The Nursery School at Crestview Farm is founded on the belief that all children possess a natural desire to learn. This licensed (CA LIC#376627098) family childcare is founded by Kelly Scott, an early childhood educator with over 15 years experience. The small group in a...
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The Garden Schoolhouse LLC

Ivyglen Drive Encinitas, CA

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Preschool
We offer a high quality, play- and nature-based early education program in Encinitas, CA. With a low teacher-to-child ratio and a unique home-meets-preschool setting, children ages 2-6 blossom while their families find the support and community they need to help them raise wonderful tiny humans.
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Inner Light Preschool

1171 Stratford Drive Encinitas, CA

Inner Light Preschool offers a happy, safe and loving environment for your child. Our staff is highly qualified, and our in-home location provides a feeling of security and familiarity. We are conveniently located mile from Hwy 5 near Scripps Memorial Hospital in Encinitas. We also offer after school daycare. Preschool and...
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Lighthouse Christian Preschool

510 S. El Camino Real Encinitas, CA

State license verified

Lighthouse Christian Preschool is now enrolling for the fall! Large remodeled classrooms, academic/Bible-based curriculum, developmentally appropriate, weekly chapels, music & art, security gate, kindergarten readiness and so much more! Spaces are limited, so give us a call to schedule a tour! For more information...
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Bethlehem Community Preschool

925 Balour Drive Encinitas, CA

State license verified

Bethlehem Community Preschool celebrated 50 years of early childhood education last year. We are a play-based preschool program accepting children 2.5-5 years. We believe children learn by discovering life through hands-on experiences in a loving and safe environment.
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Little Thinkers Home Preschool

2348 Summerhill Encinitas, CA

Little Thinkers Home Preschool is a small, home-based preschool program in Encinitas. We are designed to be a stepping stone for your toddler's first experiences away from home. Our program focuses on curriculum appropriate for 2 -3 year olds, but we are flexible with enrolling students who are slightly younger or older. We...
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Central Montessori School Inc

286 N El Camino Real Encinitas, CA

Child care
Preschool
Central Montessori School Incorporated located at 286 North El Camino Real, Encinitas, 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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Encinitas Child Development

121 N. El Camino Real Ste C Encinitas, CA

ECDC offers a developmentally appropriate preschool program for children ages 2-6 in a warm and nurturing environment with a very committed staff dedicated to providing children with opportunities to explore, to experience, and most of all, to succeed. We support an individualized approach to learning, striving to recognize each...
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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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The Garden Preschool

1930 Sunset Dr. Vista, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Faith based
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
+ 2 more
Our preschool offers a full curriculum inspired by Reggio Emilio in a warm play based garden setting. We will seamlessly weave our traditional preschool values and activities into our rich daily curriculum. We celebrate a love of learning and engage all children in discovery, language arts, math and science, practical life...

Nechama G. says "My son absolutely loves coming to Preschool! The warm and loving teachers and his friends are cherished. He has learned so much since he has started...

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Kidz Xpressions Preschool/childcare

930 Daisy Ave Carlsbad, CA

5.0(1)
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...

Gwen B. says "We love Miss Laura! Both of our kids have attended Kidz Xpressions and we continue to be impressed by Laura's dedication, caring, and teaching skills. We...

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Azam Daycare

5398 Shannon Ridge Ln San Diego, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Welcome to AZAM Daycare! Enroll now and let your children be a part of Azam Daycare. Azam Daycare welcomes young learners into a new world full of discoveries, new skills, and opportunities to build friendships with peers. My home daycare is open Monday-Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The rates are $450 / week for full-time...

Care Member says "We love Azi. My son started when he was three months. She is so loving and nurturing. She made our entire family feel like her a part of her wonderful...

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Honey Bubble's Home Daycare

1953 Brooks Glen Escondido, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME Honey Bubble's Home Day Care - where fun meets learning with a loving and safe environment! I am a state licensed Home childcare provider and I have openings to care for children in my home on 2001, I am fully certified and current in Infant/Child CPR, First Aid, Universal Precaution, Medication...

Care Member says "Let me start off my saying Mrs. Tina and her staff are awesome. Such a blessing to have them in my daughter's lives. My daughters have been with Mrs....

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Encinitas, CA

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Encinitas, 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 Encinitas, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Encinitas, 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 Encinitas, CA.

When looking for a preschool near you in Encinitas, 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 Encinitas, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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