Best Pre-K Schools, Programs in National City, CA

Q: What are the benefits of sending my child to a pre-k near me in National City, CA?

Pre-k programs in National City, CA offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

Q: What questions should I ask when researching a pre-k near me in National City, CA?

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in National City, CA, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Q: What will my child do at pre-k near me in National City, CA?

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in National City, CA typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Q: What else do I need to know about pre-k near me in National City, CA?

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in National City, CA programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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Otay Ranch Maria M Daycare

5.0

My daughter attended Maria Martha Daycare for two years and she had the time of her life! She learned so much from them and would sometimes cry when it was time to leave because she wanted to stay. I always had peace of mind knowing she was in good hand because the providers sent pictures throughout...

- Asia H.

INTERNATIONAL PRE-SCHOOL

5.0

I have had nothing but good experiences All teachers have a bachelors in education and they were very helpful with assisting my child and transiting him to TK. He knows 3 letter words, and can spell his name. It is more like a school with a curriculum, not just a daycare.

- Patricia C.

Sandy's Daycare

5.0

Ms. Sandy has been helping out for over a year now while I attend Nursing School and my husband was deploying with the military. She has went above and beyond to help me out with my kids and has become more than a daycare provider to me. She is a friend to me and more importantly someone I can trust...

- Brandy J.

Sandra's Family Daycare

5.0

My son has been with Sandra now for almost 2 years and I have to say she is Awesome! She is very caring and has a passion for working with kids. My son really loves her and has learned so much there! The environment is clean and upbeat, colorful & fun. I've built a relationship with Sandra over time...

- Amanda E

Touching The Hearts Of Children Day Care

5.0

Amazing and Loving Daycare Susy is truly a gem! Not only does she provide a safe, loving, and nurturing environment for children, but she also offers an incredible educational development program that gets kids ready for kindergarten. Parents can feel confident knowing their little ones are not...

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Pre-k schools in National City, CA

E C S HEAD START

1805 E 17th St, National City, CA

ECS Head Start located at 1805 E 17th Street, National City, CA is a comprehensive child development program serving children from birth to age five, pregnant women, and their families. This child-focused program uses research-based, developmentally appropriate curricula and have the overall goal of...

Otay Ranch Maria M Daycare

1497 Oakpoint Ave, Chula Vista, CA

5.0

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Otay Ranch M Maria Daycare will use our knowledge to offer stimulating, developmental activities when your child is ready for them. They include music, movement and outdoor play. In addition, we will provide practical life and sensory activities, arts and crafts, pre-reading English and Spanish and...

5.0

"My daughter attended Maria Martha Daycare for two years and she had the time of her life! She learned so much from them and would sometimes cry when it was time to leave because she wanted to stay. I always had peace of mind knowing she was in good hand because the...

Asia H.

INTERNATIONAL PRE-SCHOOL

5940 WINCHESTER STREET, SAN DIEGO, CA

Starting at $1100/mo

5.0

(3)

At International Preschool & Kindergarten, we take pride in our long-standing commitment to early childhood education. Established in 1977, we've been providing an exceptional learning environment for over 44 years. As a local and family-owned institution, our passion for nurturing young minds and...

5.0

"I have had nothing but good experiences All teachers have a bachelors in education and they were very helpful with assisting my child and transiting him to TK. He knows 3 letter words, and can spell his name. It is more like a school with a curriculum, not just a...

Patricia C.

Sandy's Daycare

1382 Misty Ridge Place, Chula Vista, CA

5.0

(1)

Hello Parents, My name is Sandra and I am a licensed childcare provider. I have been caring for children for 9 years. I enjoy working with children where I offer top quality childcare with lots of love and individual care while helping develop the basic skills and getting them ready for Pre-K and...

5.0

"Ms. Sandy has been helping out for over a year now while I attend Nursing School and my husband was deploying with the military. She has went above and beyond to help me out with my kids and has become more than a daycare provider to me. She is a friend to me and...

Brandy J.

Sandra's Family Daycare

1230 Mission Ave, Chula Vista, CA

5.0

(2)

My name is Sandra Cumplido. I have been a daycare provider for 24 years. I am licensed for a large daycare. I am CDA certified by the Council for Professional Recognition. I have been working with the Headstart Program (15 years), Chicano Federation (10 years), YMCA (24 years), Children's Home...

5.0

"Sandra is a wonderful, kindhearted, and trustworthy daycare provider. Her love for children is evident and inspiring. She has great teaching techniques, a wide variety of educational toys/supplies, and is very clean. My family and I have been extremely blessed to...

Denise R.

Touching The Hearts Of Children Day Care

3832 Mesa Vista Way, Bonita, CA

5.0

(14)

Touching the Hearts of Children Day Care offers quality family home childcare. Our goal is to make a difference in the hearts of children by creating a special place with the atmosphere of a home in which your child will grow and be developed intellectually, emotionally, socially, and physically. We...

5.0

"Amazing and Loving Daycare Susy is truly a gem! Not only does she provide a safe, loving, and nurturing environment for children, but she also offers an incredible educational development program that gets kids ready for kindergarten. Parents can feel confident...

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Randolph Family Child Care

6800 Harvala Street, San Diego, CA

5.0

(19)

I received my Bachelors of Art degree in Pre-K/Primary education at the University of West Florida.. My journey in education began in 1992, as a senior in high school. My first job was as a 6 to 6 teacher. While earning my degree, I worked in several areas of education starting as teacher's...

5.0

"Cindy and the crew at Randolph Family Child Care are amazing. Every morning my son runs right in and gives her a hug. He is always calm and happy when I pick him up. My son is just starting to talk but every day he tries to tell me about all the fun he had with his...

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Olga Ramirez Family Child Care

1734 Long Ridge St., Chula Vista, CA

4.9

(37)

I have 24 years of experience as an Early Childhood Educator. In Olga's Family Child Care, we offer a fun and educational structured program for infants, toddlers and preschool children to help them prepare for kindergarten. Our home is a smoke free environment. We have a big backyard where we spend...

5.0

"We couldn't be happier with our son's daycare experience! The staff is caring, attentive, and truly invested in the children's development. The facility is clean, safe, and filled with engaging activities. Our son loves going to daycare every day, and we feel...

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St Paul's Senior Services

328 Maple St, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

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...

5.0

"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 daughter knows her abc's, numbers, colors shapes and so much more and she is only 2! They also help so much...

Rachel M.

Irma's Family Child Care.

3969 Casita Way, San Diego, CA

5.0

(9)

Hello Mom and Dad. I am licensed as a family child care provider--20 years--located in my child care home in the College area (Convenient to College Ave and Hwy 94, and College Ave and I-8. Close to La Mesa, Lemon Grove, and in S.D. Near the College Grove Shopping Center. ) My home is bright,...

5.0

"Irma cared for my daughter for over 10 months when she was 13 months old. I simply could not have been more pleased with her caring attitude, structured schedule for the children and loving, gentle approach. I truly felt like my daughter was in a pre-school...

Inez O

Nieves Family Daycare

4921 Dassco Ct., San Diego, CA

5.0

(14)

Hello Families, Thank you for your interest. I am Joyce Nieves, a licensed childcare provider. I have been helping San Diego families for nearly 11 years. I am also a mother of two boys who are growing up way too soon. I have a small home daycare and I tend to keep just five kids, ages 3 months...

5.0

"Joyce is an amazing care provider. She provided back up care for my daughter when i needed it. She made my daughter feel comfortable and welcome from day one. While there my daughter received excellent care."

Miriam K.

Busy Fingers Daycare

17 E. San Miguel Dr., Chula Vista, CA

5.0

(3)

We are a preschool for toddlers and Kindergarten preparation. Before and after school pickup available from Cook Elementary and Hilltop Elementary. We are open 6 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday - Thursday and 6 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Friday. Tutoring available! Ask about our evening care!

5.0

"Daycare is one of the most difficult choices a parent will make. I always say that trusting someone with my most precious possession, my children, is the highest honor I can bestow. Trust me...you will not make a mistake by entrusting Busy Fingers Daycare with...

Lisa

Ana's Home Day Care

48 Pepper Tree, Chula Vista, CA

5.0

(3)

Hi, my name is Ana and I have an in-home-childcare for 20 years. I have a bilingual program and I enjoy teaching my kids Spanish and teaching them all they need to know for Kindergarten. I do this from my heart and because I love children. I work everyday and do my best to have a caring, loving,...

5.0

"I highly recommend Anas Daycare. She is currently taking care of my 4 month baby. She started watching him when he was 2 months and always sent me pics of him and updates since I am a first time mommy was nervous. She is extremely loving, caring, and friendly. I...

Jennette M.

Enriquez Family Child Care

556 Osage Street, Spring Valley, CA

5.0

(5)

I have had the pleasure of working with children for over 25 years. Our goal is to welcome children and make them feel at home. We provide a preschool curriculum for ages 3-5 and prepare them for Kindergarten. Our structured schedule allows them to have fun while learning and keeping their...

5.0

"Enriquez Family Child Care Center is amazing place! My boys have been going here for over 5 years and I couldn't ask for a better child care. Belen is such a loving and understanding person. She and her staff are amazing with so much heart and caring mindset. The...

Roman A.

Healthy Toddlers Care

4026 Olympic Street, San Diego, CA

5.0

(2)

ENROLL TODAY - CONTACT US TO SCHEDULE A TOUR! Full-Time space available for children who are two years old & up. What sets us about from the rest? Spacious outdoor learning environment Separate nap room (Personal crib or toddler bed.) Multicultural Curriculum with Yoga and Gardening...

5.0

"Our 2 1/2 year old has been at Healthy Toddlers Care for a few months and absolutely loves it. They do such a great job with their programming, including lots of crafts, play, along with yoga, and feeding pets (bunnies, turtles, chickens, etc). All of their...

Kara B.

Peppergrove Children Center

1546 Klauber Ave., San Diego, CA

5.0

(2)

Peppergove Children's Center 1544 Klauber Ave San Diego, Ca 92114 (619 262 5360 Lic. # 370811845 PRESCHOOL PROGRAM with DAY CARE Monday thru Friday 5:30am to 5;00pm CLOSED HOLIDAYS AGES 18 months thru 5 years Meals are included---we serve breakfast, AM snack, lunch and PM snack PROGRAM...

5.0

"My daughter has been here from 18 months old. She'll be three this month. She just loves it and we love all of the wonderful things she has learned. She speaks so politely, cleans up after her self, plays great with other kids and knows so many wonderful things...

Maggi N

Dreambig Family Daycare

4115 Olympic St, San Diego, CA

My Name is Makisha Mcneil the Director of Dreambig Family ChildCare, Providing a safe and healthy environment for infants and children. Our school offers Infant and Toddler Care, Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten and School-Age programs. We've been serving families in the community for more than 10years....

Tiny Teapots Preschool & Daycare

4156 Epsilon St, San Diego, CA

Hi everyone! We are a curriculum based in home daycare. Our staff/owner has 10+ years experience with children. Our program will provide the foundation that your child needs to flourish in kindergarten. We offer a unique combination of curriculum and play based learning that allows each child to...

Ellie's Day Care

1440 Hotel Circle N, San Diego, CA

Your little ones will be in safe hands with us! I have 6 years of experience under my belt, and am the oldest of 10 children, so I have a lot of experience with them. My partner is a US Navy sailor with CPR training. I'm a K-8 education major, and comfortable with children of all ages.

South Bay YMCA employee

1182 Holly Ave, Imperial Beach, CA

I am a 27 year old college student working in Chula Vista. I currently supervise a non-profit before and after-school program called STRETCH through South Bay YMCA. I oversee 85+ students on a daily basis, ages ranging from K-6th grade. Our program consists of 5-6 blocks each day which vary from...