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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

Fara's Day Care / Preschool

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

- Joyce J.

Kidz Xpressions Preschool/childcare

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

- Gwen B.

The Garden Preschool

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...

- Nechama G.

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Fara's Day Care / Preschool

6750 Caurina Ct Carlsbad, CA

4.0(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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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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The Garden Preschool

1930 Sunset Dr. Vista, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Faith based
Academic
+ 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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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 Roses

6397 Silverbush Creek St San Diego, CA

5.0(6)
Little Roses Family Day Care with Montessori [License # 376627747] (Driven by Montessori Principles) Certified Montessori teacher joined our school. She's having 25 years of teaching experience in a well renowned Montessori school. "Play is the highest form of research " - Albert Einstein Our Philosophy : We offer...

Ratna B. says "Nalini is a kind and caring person by nature. I sent my boy here since he was 9 months old and cant explain how happy we are for the decision. My son loves...

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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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The Little People Preschool

920 BOARDWALK SAN MARCOS, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
We are family-owned, not a corporate child care center, and or center is just that, family-oriented. Our staff is the heart of our community. Each team member is carefully selected not just for their qualifications, but for their passion for nurturing young minds. We have 6 classrooms for each age level, 2 indoor playgrounds,...

Stephanie D. says "We LOVE LPP. We learned about them through a neighbor. Our daughter started there in 2023 when she was 4 months old. Now our son goes there also and...

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HAPPY TIME NURSERY

6409 LAS COLINAS RANCHO SANTA FE, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Happy Time Nursery School is located in Rancho Santa Fe. We limit our program to 25 children to allow for a comfortable, play-based program. We strive to provide an environment to ensure your child is well-rounded. We focus on listening and speaking skills, preliminary math and writing skills, as well as manners. We strongly...

Care Member says "This is the place where my older son grew up. He has the best memories and childhood ever. The amazing Big teacher, Mrs. Caroline, John Paul, the...

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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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Three Little Owls Learning Academy

770 SYCAMORE AVE UNIT A-D VISTA, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$1825/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Welcome to Three Little Owls Learning Academy, a completely brand-new facility equipped with newly built classrooms and furniture. Our classrooms are bright, inviting, and filled with high-quality learning materials from Lakeshore to create a fun and engaging space for kids to learn and grow. We take pride in serving fresh,...

Care Member says "Very Loving, respectful , understanding. Clean! A Great home cooked meal … what more can you ask for when it comes to your children. "

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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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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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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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Cardiff Family Daycare

1618 Falcon Hill Ct Cardiff, CA

5.0(6)

State license verified

Your child can have fun learning! I focus learning in the following areas: Music, Arts & Crafts, Early Math & Science, Reading, Sensory Play, Role/Puppet Play, Gross & Fine Motor Skills, Social Skills, Good Manners, Cooking. My name is Jodie. My school is within my home, located in Cardiff off...

Lidia K. says "My daughter started at Cardiff Family Daycare in 2018 and my son started in 2020, and it has been such a great experience. Jodie has such a nurturing heart...

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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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The Learning Experience - Vista

3110 Business Park Drive VISTA, CA

State license verified

starting at
$2065/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
From infancy through preschool, we make early education and daycare joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow. Our L.E.A.P.® (Learning Experience Academic Program) Curriculum uses fun, hands-on activities throughout early education to help children develop intellectually, socially 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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SUNNYSIDE LEARNING CENTER ( 760-44 SUNNY )

178 S RANCHO SANTA FE RD SAN MARCOS, CA

State license verified

At Sunnyside Learning Center we implement 'The Creative Curriculum' in all of our classrooms from Infant to Preschool. The Creative Curriculum is a teaching tool that is based on five fundamental principles. These principals assist the teachers in the following areas of development in order to create a cohesive, developmentally...
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BIG TREE, LITTLE PRESCHOOL, INC.

1600 BUENA VISTA DRIVE VISTA, CA

State license verified

starting at
$763/mo
Waldorf
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
+ 4 more
Big Tree Little Preschool is a nurturing, nature-infused community where children thrive. Nestled on five sprawling acres, our preschool embraces a child-driven, forest school philosophy blended with the Reggio Emilia approach to early education. For over 15 years, we’ve been guiding young learners to discover, explore, and grow...
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Miss Lynda's Preschool

4019 Santa Nella Place San Diego, CA

We are an in home preschool with amazing, loving teachers.
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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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