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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

Mary Jo L Daycare

Mary Jo was fantastic! She wasn't able to care for my kiddo, but she gave great contact information and resources on finding someone who...

- Vina C.

Garrett Daycare

We LOVE MS Gerry and her helpers! Our granddaughter has attended for over 2 years and we couldn't have found a more loving, caring...

- Judy B

Parkhurst Preschool/Daycare

The atmosphere is warm and inviting to the children the owner is very organized with an exceptionally clean environment. They have age...

- Elizabeth S

Top Preschools Near Encinitas

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HAPPY TIME NURSERY

6409 LAS COLINAS RANCHO SANTA FE, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
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...
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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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Kids Care Spot Daycare

3299 Valley Street Carlsbad, CA

Academic
Cooperative
International
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
+ 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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Sunnyside Preschool

319 Mission Villas Rd Vista, CA

Specialties Sunnyside Learning Center is a local preschool in San Marcos that offers a nurturing, interactive and safe environment for your growing little one. Our environment is designed for your child to explore, to socialize, to learn self direction, to develop relationships with peers, and to become independent little...
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First Steps Early Learning Center

12742 Briarcrest Place San Diego, CA

Over the past 10 years I have had the opportunity to work with many children in various capacities to include being a preschool teacher, nanny and mom. Infants and toddlers have always held a special place in my heart and are by far my favorite to care for. I received my education in Child Development and also attended various...
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Mary Jo L Daycare

1635 Tarakim Lane Vista, CA

5.0(1)
I am a licensed daycare provider through the state of California and have been in the business for twenty-six years. I have five children of my own, three of whom are now adults. I have watched children from infant to school age but am currently only providing care for school aged children before and after school. I will take...

Vina C. says "Mary Jo was fantastic! She wasn't able to care for my kiddo, but she gave great contact information and resources on finding someone who will be able to...

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Located in Vista/Shadowridge... Garrett Home Daycare had been in the business caring for children for 30yrs! State Licensed / State Nutrition Program / Home Preschool Program /CPR & First Aid Certified. We are currently accepting children from 12mo.-5yrs Please contact for rates and details Please ask for Gerry

Judy B says "We LOVE MS Gerry and her helpers! Our granddaughter has attended for over 2 years and we couldn't have found a more loving, caring environment for her. All...

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Parkhurst Preschool/Daycare

6998 Waters End Drive Carlsbad, CA

5.0(1)

Elizabeth S says "The atmosphere is warm and inviting to the children the owner is very organized with an exceptionally clean environment. They have age appropriate...

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ABC Time Home Preschool

1525 Grady Pl Carlsbad, CA

5.0(1)
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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Sandy Hill Nursery School

1036 Solana Dr Solana Beach, CA

5.0(1)
Preschool
Child care
Sandy Hill Nursery in Solana Beach, California seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Child Care provider that can accommodate a certain number of children.

Meredith G. says "We love Sandy Hill!!!! Would give it 10 stars, if we could. It is a parent cooperative preschool, which allows either or both parents to assist on a...

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The Studio: A Preschool Experience

1042 Mimosa Avenue Vista, CA

5.0(2)
WELCOME to A Children's Studio - a high-quality, developmentally appropriate home-based after school "enrichment" and tutoring program for students of the San Marcos elementary school, Jolie-Ann Leichtag. A Children's Studio provides a unique, culturally sensitive, creative, play-based program that addresses social/emotional...

Georgia S. says "Our son has been attending The Studio for a few months now and we absolutely love it! We got off to a rough start with preschool and this is actually...

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Carlsbad Children's Garden

2518 Jefferson St Carlsbad, CA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
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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Big Tree Little Preschool, Inc.

1600 Buena Vista Dr Vista, CA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
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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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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Solana Beach Community Preschool

524 Stevens Ave Solana Beach, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Solana Beach Community Preschool located in Solana Beach, CA is an NAEYC accredited preschool that operates Mondays through Thursdays from 9 AM to 2 PM and on Fridays from 9 AM to 12 PM. The school serves children from three to five years old and conducts mixed age grouping that encourages cooperative learning and fosters good...
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Carmel Valley Preschool

13340 Hayford Way San Diego, CA

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Child care
We are a faith-based preschool in Carmel Valley serving children ages 2-5/6. We are open M-F from 7:30a-6:00p and offer multiple schedule options.
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Del Mar Hills Nursery School

13692 Mango Dr Del Mar, CA

Preschool
Del Mar Hills Nursery School in Del Mar, California is a Christian 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.
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Aspirations School of Learning

6286 El Camino Real Carlsbad, CA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
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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World Class Montessori Inc

740 Lomas Santa Fe Dr 207 Solana Beach, CA

World Class Montessori School is now closed and not accepting any students.
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POWELL'S DAY CARE

405 SAN PLACIDO CT Escondido, CA

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 1 more
POWELL'S DAYCARE/PRESCHOOL A LOVING, CARING, EDUCATIONAL AND FUN ENVIRONMENT FOR YOUR CHILD. STATE LICENSED FOR 30 YEARS, STATE NUTRITION PROGRAM, CPR AND FIRST AID CERTIFIED. I AM DEDICATED TO PROMOTING THE DEVELOPMENT AND GROWTH OF THE WHOLE CHILD AND HAVE THE CAPACITY TO LOVE AND CARE FOR ALL CHILDREN. I ENCOURAGE...
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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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