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Preschools in La Jolla, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

Nierman Preschool

From preschool to summer camp, my kids have truly loved every moment at the JCC. It has always felt like more than just a place to go—it’s...

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ST. PAUL'S LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL

Both of my children attend this school and we could not ask for a better school for them. They are receiving an incredible education and...

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HILLCREST PRESCHOOL

Could not be more happy with Hillcrest Preschool! A wonderful experience for my daughter and we plan to enroll our son next year! Teachers...

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Nierman Preschool

4126 Executive Drive LA JOLLA, CA

5.0(7)

State license verified

Academic
Faith based
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Nierman Preschool uses an integrated early childhood model. With a nurturing environment that utilizes emergent curriculum and focuses on children’s interests and learning needs. Our primary goal is creating community through building trusting relationships with children, teachers, and families. We celebrate the joy of learning,...

Care Member says "From preschool to summer camp, my kids have truly loved every moment at the JCC. It has always felt like more than just a place to go—it’s like family....

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Pacific Surf School

707 Pacific Beach Dr La Jolla, CA

Pacific Surf School is proud to share our surfing knowledge and expertise so that everyone can enjoy the ocean as much as we do. Together with you, we work on your physical well-being. Our aim is also to help those who have a great fear of the ocean to learn to let go and enjoy.
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Lajolla Presbyterian Pre School

7715 Draper Ave La Jolla, CA

Preschool
Child care
Lajolla Presbyterian Preschool is located at 7715 Draper Avenue, La Jolla, California. It provides early childhood education to children ages two to five years old. The school offers a Christian-based preschool program in a warm, loving, and nurturing environment filled with creative activities to nurture holistic growth.
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Montessori School of La Jolla

6540 Soledad Mountain Rd La Jolla, CA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Montessori School of La Jolla is a state-licensed child care facility that offers day care and early learning programs for preschool children. Located in La Jolla, California, the company admits children ages eighteen months old to six years old. The company implements the Montessori Curriculum with a strong focus on supporting...
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La Jolla United Methodist Church Nursery School

6063 La Jolla Blvd La Jolla, CA

La Jolla United Methodist Church Nursery School is an early childhood care and education specialist that serves toddlers, preschoolers and prekindergarten. The school commits itself to nurturing growth and development of children ages two to five years old. The school provides a developmental, play-oriented program with lots of...
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Imagine Kids Planet Inc.

8320 La Jolla Scenic Dr N La Jolla, CA

Preschool
Imagine Kids Planet, Inc located in La Jolla, CA provides educational childcare services to children between the ages of eighteen months and five years old. The center offers Toddler, Preschool, and After School Programs and uses the Reggio Emilia philosophy centered around child-led learning activities.
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Montessori School of La Jolla

7427 Fay Ave La Jolla, CA

Preschool
Child care
Montessori School of La Jolla is a state-licensed child care facility that offers day care and early learning programs for preschool children. Located in La Jolla, California, the company admits children ages eighteen months old to six years old. The company implements the Montessori Curriculum with a strong focus on supporting...
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Beth Montessori, Inc.

8660 Gilman Dr La Jolla, CA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Beth Montessori Inc. in La Jolla, California is a Jewish 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 nine months to six years old.
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ST. PAUL'S LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL

1376 FELSPAR STREET SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$1304/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Kindergarten
At St. Paul's, we think your child is #WORTHMORE! We offer Preschool through Middle School on one campus. This means families can stay together longer! It means we are able to know your child better for longer! Our schools are fully accredited by NLSA and WASC. We offer a wonderful Preschool program with opportunity to learn by...

Care Member says "Both of my children attend this school and we could not ask for a better school for them. They are receiving an incredible education and love their...

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HILLCREST PRESCHOOL

3900 CLEVELAND AVE SAN DIEGO, CA

3.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1380/mo
Academic
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 2 more
We are an inclusive, diverse preschool in the heart of Hillcrest helping children make sense of the world through play. We accept both toddlers and preschoolers (18-months to 5 years) in a safe, loving, and stimulating environment full of passionate and dedicated teachers. At Hillcrest Preschool, we focus heavily on...

Care Member says "Could not be more happy with Hillcrest Preschool! A wonderful experience for my daughter and we plan to enroll our son next year! Teachers go above and...

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Learning Jungle Mission Gorge

6690 Mission Gorge Rd SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(9)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
Child care
+ 2 more
At Learning Jungle, we combine play-based learning with a unique delivery method to create the optimal learning environment for children to excel. Learning Jungle Mission Gorge serves the Mission Gorge, Allied Gardens, San Carlos and Del Cerro communities. Centrally located off the I-15, our location is a short drive from...

Care Member says "My daughter is always happy in the mornings to see her teacher. When she comes home she tells me all of her classmates names and asks for them on...

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St Paul's Senior Services

328 Maple St San Diego, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
International
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
+ 2 more
With extended hours from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., St. Paul's Child Care program offers a loving, family oriented environment for children to learn. Offering care for infants as young as two-months to children five years of age, we provide a positive atmosphere promoting the intellectual, social and emotional growth of children. The...

Rachel M. says "I love St. Paul's!!!!! My Daughter has learned so much from the 2 1/2 years she has attended this Daycare. They have curriculm plans and teach so much! My...

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EASTGATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

4377 EASTGATE MALL SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(6)

State license verified

starting at
$1530/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Child care
The mission of Eastgate Christian School is to provide a Christ-centered, loving, and secure learning environment to help students develop socially, emotionally, physically, intellectually and spiritually as we serve the students, their families, and our communities. Our excellent team of early childhood educators are...

Care Member says "Our daughter has attended Eastgate for 2.5 years since she turned 2. It has been a wonderful experience for her and us her parents. She has been loved...

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Babette's Babycare

10306 Hemphill Place San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
Babette's Babycare specializes in providing exceptional care for toddlers/preschoolers. With 2 licensed providers caring for our children, an enriched environment, daily interaction in a small group and educational activities in a nurturing setting, we provide your child with a level of care far beyond most daycare settings.

Sarah G. says "Love Babette's daycare! My kids never want to leave when I pick them up. They provide breakfast, lunch and snacks for the kids and it's a safe environment...

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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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0251 - Childtime of San Diego

8111 NEW SALEM ST SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...

Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and...

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Desi's Child Care

4093 Rueda Drive San Diego, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Your child's success is my priority! I am a dedicated and caring educator with 35 years experience. I use many teaching strategies to help every child find a path to success and learn what it means to be a citizen of the world. I provide educational activities, encourage creativity and exploring ideas, teach responsibility,...

Kristie L. says "Desi's childcare was the most amazing place for my two boys. When I moved to San Diego, my husband was a stay at home dad but was accepted into the...

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GREEN BEANS PRESCHOOL

6760 North Elman Street SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Our nurturing infant program in Linda Vista provides a safe, loving environment where babies can grow, explore, and thrive. We offer baby sign language, music classes, organic meals, daily outdoor time, and a play-based curriculum designed to support early development. Our caring teachers focus on connection, comfort, and joyful...

Maggie S. says "They are a wonderful daycare. They set goals for different ages with what they are learning. Each one of her staff is like an extended family member and...

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GREEN BEANS PRESCHOOL

3975 FRONT ST SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Green Beans provides a chemical free, clean, safe, healthy environment where every child can develop emotionally, physically, cognitively, and socially. We are committed to providing safety and security for all children. Green Beans encourages learning and growth through play in an environment designed so that children may...

Maggie S. says "They are a wonderful daycare. They set goals for different ages with what they are learning. Each one of her staff is like an extended family member and...

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Learning Jungle Mission Valley

403 Camino del Rio South SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(22)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
Child care
+ 2 more
At Learning Jungle, we combine play-based learning with a unique delivery method to create the optimal learning environment for children to excel. Our center serves the Downtown, Hillcrest, Mission Hills and Mission Valley communities. We are centrally located, making the commute for parents convenient and easily accessible just...

Care Member says "Our son has been coming here for a few months now and we love it! He has made so many friends and truly enjoys going to "school". The teachers are so...

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in La Jolla, CA

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
When you begin looking for preschools near me in La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, CA.
When looking for a preschool near you in La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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