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Preschools in Pacifica, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

Pacifica Co-Op Nursery School

Our experience at Pacifica Co-op Nursery School has been truly wonderful, and I’ve seen such amazing growth in my daughter since she began...

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Hearts & Minds Preschool

Hearts and Minds is an absolute gem of a preschool. They really focus on preparing your child to develop empathy and understanding for all...

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ST. ANDREW'S PRESCHOOL

We couldn't be happier with our experience at Saint Andrews Preschool! From the moment we walked in, the warm and welcoming atmosphere was...

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Top Preschools Near Pacifica

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Neo Immersion Montessori School

830 Rosita Rd Unit C18 PACIFICA, CA

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
International
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
+ 3 more
Cultivating Global Young Minds—A Montessori Education Journey Beyond The Classroom for 2.5-6 Year Old Neo Immersion Montessori School offers a unique bilingual experience in English and Mandarin-Chinese, designed for early childhood children ages 2.5-6 years old. Located in the city of Pacifica, the school integrates Dr. Maria...
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Big Bird Preschool

347 Manor Drive Pacifica, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Waldorf
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Child care
+ 1 more
We are a Reggio Emilia based program located in Pacifica, CA along the beach with close proximity to San Francisco. We offer care to children ages 18 months- 5 years. Our facility is open 8:15am-5:15pm Monday- Friday.
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Pacifica Co-Op Nursery School

548 Carmel Ave Pacifica, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Pacifica Co-op Nursery School is a cooperative preschool where parents learn about their children as their children learn about the world. Located in a beautiful tree-lined playground in north Pacifica and under the direction of professional staff, parents are involved in all aspects of the school and actively participate in the...

Care Member says "Our experience at Pacifica Co-op Nursery School has been truly wonderful, and I’ve seen such amazing growth in my daughter since she began in September....

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Animal Crackers & Little Biscuits Early Learning Home

Sharp Park District Pacifica, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
Preschool
A unique small family childcare / gentle introduction to preschool with personalized quality care!
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Building Kidz Pacifica

401 PALOMA AVE PACIFICA, CA

State license verified

Located at 401 Paloma Ave, this Pacifica preschool is conveniently close to the PCH. We are a part of the Building Kidz Worldwide family of campuses, whose mission is to deliver a world class preschool experience resulting in children that love learning, connect with the performing arts, and demonstrate accelerated...
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KIDS KONNECT PRESCHOOL

2450 SKYLINE DR PACIFICA, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Kids Konnect prepares our youngest learners for their school career through a play-based curriculum with a STEAM focus. We pride ourselves in providing care for families of varied cultural and socio-economic backgrounds so everyone benefits from the exposure of what's unique about us. We are building the foundation for our...
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La Casita Preschool Pacifica

582 Brighton Rd Pacifica, CA

Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
Established in 2011, La Casita Preschool Pacifica is childcare and early childhood education provider located at 582 Brighton Road, Pacifica, California. Aside from its preschool program, the school also offers extended care services, before school between 7 to 8 am, and after school between 3 to 5 pm, daily.
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Brighton Preschool

485 Griffin Ave Pacifica, CA

Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
Brighton Preschool is a childcare and early childhood education provider located at 485 Griffin Avenue, Pacifica, California. The school provides a warm and loving environment that encourages preschoolers to develop a life-long love for learning. Brighton Preschool is open from Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
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Teacher's Heart Home Based Preschool

1136 Galvez Dr Pacifica, CA

Teacher's Heart just upgraded its license from a small family child care to large. We are now accepting new applications for children above 1-year-old. Our school currently has eight children, aging from 5 months to 4-year-old. We provide a stimulating and developmental appropriate environment, which foster the intellectual,...
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Kaitlyn's Kiddie Kare

308 Manor Drive Pacifica, CA

I have been in the child care business on and off for years. I am a certified in CPR and First Aid as well as a certified medical assistant. I am a mother of 4 children, 3 are in school full time. I have been a stay at home mom for 3 years now. We have a wonderful home, with a baby room, fully enclosed back yard, and ocean...
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Heathcliff Family Day Care

323 Heathcliff Dr Pacifica, CA

In-Home daycare
Preschool
Heathcliff Family Day Care in Pacifica, 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 of all ages.
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Hearts & Minds Preschool

880 URBANO DR SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$2250/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
Preschool
Hearts & Minds is a preschool program that nurtures young children as they become confident explorers of the world around them. We are a play-based program that offers an engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum in an environment where your child will flourish and thrive. Children are naturally inquisitive and capable...

Care Member says "Hearts and Minds is an absolute gem of a preschool. They really focus on preparing your child to develop empathy and understanding for all people. They...

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ST. ANDREW'S PRESCHOOL

1600 SANTA LUCIA AVE SAN BRUNO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1735/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
At Saint Andrews, we believe in fostering a love for learning from the very start. Our warm and caring environment provides children from 2-5 with a safe space to explore , grow and thrive. Through hand-on activities, create play, and a curriculum designed to develop cognitive, social, and emotional skills, your child will...

Care Member says "We couldn't be happier with our experience at Saint Andrews Preschool! From the moment we walked in, the warm and welcoming atmosphere was apparent. The...

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THE EARLY YEARS

371 ALLERTON AVENUE SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$900/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
Our program blends structured learning with child-led exploration. Our thoughtfully designed classrooms, sensory materials, and age-appropriate activities help children develop early language, motor, and problem-solving skills. We stand out for our evidence-based curriculum and individualized attention, ensuring every child...

Care Member says "Please check out this place for your preschool needs. The staff and teachers are wonderful and actively engage the children and their families for...

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A La Vanille French Preschool

Winston Manor South San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
ALV is a nurturing French immersion preschool program run on a Large Family Daycare license. Children of all back grounds and languages are welcome. We do not "teach" French, rather children acquire it naturally through projects, music and daily preschool life. We enjoy a fully enclosed large backyard where children...

Isabelle says "Both our daughters have attended A la Vanille (ALV). Our oldest is now in a French immersion Elementary school, and this is our youngest last year with ALV...

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Lola's Child Care and Preschool

23 Rivas Avenue San Francisco, CA

5.0(2)
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
We believe that children grow, learn, and thrive by following their own unique style of discovery. It is our goal to provide an environment that engages children with developmentally-appropriate activities and materials. In our program, children will feel supported as they engage with new ideas and learning. We are a bilingual...

Maria P. says "Lola had been helping our family for over a year before she started her own daycare. She had been picking up our kids (11 and 8 years old) from school,...

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Broadway Childcare Preschool

Broadway Millbrae, CA

5.0(18)

State license verified

Arlena K. says "Niveen takes such great care of our son, Grey. He has been attending the daycare since he was 10 months old and he's now 2 years old. He's so happy and...

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SUNSHINE PRESCHOOL CENTER

650 ANDOVER ST SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Preschool and Daycare center located in Bernal Heights San Francisco. Our preschool has an outdoor space and lots of available parks around. Our classroom has lots of natural light and a safe space for our kids to play. Our goal is for our children to feel safe, develop a love for learning, and to learn thru play with...

Jean Y. says "They are very flexible and the teacher is really great with my daughter and they are really great about scheduling and work with my daughter with where she...

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ABC Richa Day Care

1432 New Bridge Ave San Mateo, CA

4.0(9)

State license verified

Are you looking for an outstanding home day care / Preschool for your child? I am Mrs. Videh B., licensed day care provider since 2003. I have been "homeschooling" preschoolers in a home atmosphere of education, play, structure and plenty of love and attention for infants and toddlers. I provide age-appropriate...

Care Member says "My younger daughter goes to Videh aunty’s daycare since last 18 months. My daughter has received exceptional care and growth. Their house is nicely...

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Safari Kid San Mateo

521 E 5TH AVE SAN MATEO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$2280/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Waldorf
Montessori
Academic
+ 3 more
At Safari Kid, we believe childhood should be celebrated! Our proprietary preschool curriculum takes inspiration from a mix of both traditional methods (Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf) and reflects current brain research on early childhood development. This has resulted in a focus on the whole child, in which we offer the...

Danielle B. says "My son has been going since he was 18 months and he is super happy with the daycare and looks forward to going in every day. He learns a lot and has fun...

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Pacifica, CA

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

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

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

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