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Recent preschool reviews in Del Mar, CA

Carmel Mountain Preschool

5.0

It has been an amazing experience to see our daughter Olivia grow and thrive for the past 2.5 years at the CMP. After trying two other schools prior, I can say with absolute certainty, this is the best decision we made as parents. I enjoy walking her to class every morning and seeing her excitement...

- Ori V.

Happy Smiles Daycare/Preschool

5.0

As first time parents, we didn't know you had to get on wait lists right when you got pregnant in order to ensure care for your child if both parents work. When my mom was unable to care for our daughter anymore we had about a month to try and find a suitable provider. We had almost given up hope of...

- Ezaree E.

Montessori School of Encinitas

5.0

Both of my kids went/are currently attending MSE, they have a fantastic program with caring teachers who gently guide and encourage kids to become more independent. My 1 yr old daughter is currently enrolled in the infant program. She gets excited for school and adores her teachers (Ms. Ellen, Ms....

- Grace H.

Encinitas Shinning Star Preschool

5.0

This school is the best & they have a new smaller sister school in Oceanside also.

- Lana

Sandy Hill Nursery School

5.0

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 flexible basis. The Sandy Hill teachers are extraordinary! Best we've ever seen or dreamed. The natural classrooms are beautiful, and we love the...

- Meredith G.

Preschools in Del Mar, CA

Pacific Surf School

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.

Morning*Star Daycare

Morning*Star Daycare

10445 Mountain Glen Terrace, San Diego, CA

Morning*Star Daycare has been open since 2000, lovingly caring for children ages birth-age 3. We create age appropriate indoor/outdoor activities and focus on fine and gross motor skills for each child. We provide infant music, movement and sensory enrichment. Each day we spend time on music (with...

Teddy Bear Child Care

Teddy Bear Child Care

13233 Via Santillana, San Diego, CA

Teddy Bear Child Care "Where Learning Takes Place" We are a home-based child care serving families since 2004 at two convenient locations in Northern San Diego providing quality child care that includes a structured schedule with a scheduled nap time, music and movement time, outside play, and...

Hugs And Smiles Child Care

Hugs And Smiles Child Care

13044 Cayote Ave., San Diego, CA

Hello Parents! My name is Maryna. I provide a kind and loving environment for young children, ages 2 to 6 years. A variety of fun and educational activities are offered throughout the day. I was a volunteer for one year at Deer Canyon preschool, where I worked with teacher in a classroom of 9 to 12...

Community Adventures Preschool

Community Adventures Preschool

3618 Bernwood Place., San Diego, CA

Community Adventures Preschool is a licensed home-based preschool, located in the Carmel Valley neighborhood of San Diego, California. We maintain, at most, a 1:6 ratio so your child receives the individual care and education they deserve with an emphasis on social and emotional development. Our...

Feliciano Family Childcare

Feliciano Family Childcare

7418 Canyon Breeze Rd, San Diego, CA

Daycare provider since 2002. Loving and caring home daycare. We provide stimulating environment and emotional support. We do pre-school activities as soon as they reach 2years old and above. We interact with babies and all the children under our care. We provide breakfast,lunch and snacks. Come and...

New Generations Learning Center

New Generations Learning Center

9878 Hibert Street, San Diego, CA

New Generations Learning Center is an educational based childcare facility serving children ages six weeks to 12 years. It uses emergent style curriculum and features parent-accessible webcams, an in-house chef, and an advanced security system. NGLC also offers a private kindergarten and a...

First Steps Early Learning Center

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...

5.0

(61)

Carmel Mountain Preschool is a privately owned preschool and offers part time and full time programs for children from 18 months to Kindergarten Prep. We also offer a school age program for elementary student for local schools in Rancho Penasquitos.
5.0
"We love CMP! With 2 children in attendance, we trust the teachers and support staff impeccably. The facilities are immaculate. The teachers are highly qualified. There is more love for our children than we could ever expect. We recommend CMP to all of our friends...

Jason M


Happy Smiles Daycare/Preschool

Happy Smiles Daycare/Preschool

13288 Entreken Ave, San Diego, CA

4.2

(10)

Happy Smiles Daycare is a loving place set up with your child's fun, health, safety, and childhood education in mind. My name is Maribel, I am the Director of Happy Smiles Daycare and my goal is to provide your child with excellent care that will nourish and help him/her blossom and feel loved. I am...
5.0
"As first time parents, we didn't know you had to get on wait lists right when you got pregnant in order to ensure care for your child if both parents work. When my mom was unable to care for our daughter anymore we had about a month to try and find a suitable...

Ezaree E.


Montessori School of Encinitas

Montessori School of Encinitas

141 S. El Camino Real Ste. E, Encinitas, CA

3.0

(2)

Montessori School of Encinitas is located just south of Encinitas Blvd. on El Camino Real. We provide programs for children from 6 weeks to 6 years of age in a safe, stable environment which enables them to develop self- confidence, independence, inner discipline and a love for learning. Here,...
5.0
"Both of my kids went/are currently attending MSE, they have a fantastic program with caring teachers who gently guide and encourage kids to become more independent. My 1 yr old daughter is currently enrolled in the infant program. She gets excited for school and...

Grace H.


Encinitas Shinning Star Preschool

511 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA

5.0

(2)

Encinitas Shinning Star Preschool in Encinitas, 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 from six weeks to five...
5.0
"This school is the best & they have a new smaller sister school in Oceanside also."

Lana


Sandy Hill Nursery School

1036 Solana Dr, Solana Beach, CA

5.0

(1)

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.
5.0
"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 flexible basis. The Sandy Hill teachers are extraordinary! Best we've ever seen or dreamed. The natural...

Meredith G.


Pooh's Pals

13004 Via Del Valedor, San Diego, CA

Pooh's Pals located at 13004 Via Del Valedor, San Diego, California, offers childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school operates...

Montessori School of La Jolla

6540 Soledad Mountain Rd, La Jolla, CA

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...

Gluck Child Care Center

10660 John J Hopkins Dr, San Diego, CA

Gluck Childcare Center located at 10660 John J Hopkins Drive, San Diego, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from six-forty-five AM to six-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They...

Sun Flowers Day Care

11265 Avenida Del Gato, San Diego, CA

Sun Flowers Day Care provides quality care and education for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children. This child care facility offers an environment that is safe, friendly and nurturing, tailor-fit for children's growth and developmental needs. Sun Flowers Day Care's operating hours...

Carmel Valley Montessori School

3800 A Mykonos Ln, San Diego, CA

Traditional Montessori school

Central Montessori School Inc

286 N El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA

Central Montessori School Incorporated located at 286 North El Camino Real, Encinitas, 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...

Lighthouse Early Childhood Learning Center

5055 Governor Dr, San Diego, CA

Lighthouse Early Childhood Learning Center is a state-licensed, non-profit, non-discriminatory school located in San Diego, California. It provides a positive, safe and enjoyable Christian atmosphere and offers an age-appropriate preschool program that helps children develop physically, cognitively,...

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