Care.com logo
Child CareTutoringSenior CarePet CareHousekeeping

Find a job

How it works

Share details about your preschool needs

Match with highly rated local preschools near you

Compare preschool and tour the ones that best fit your family

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.

Olivenhain Country Preschool

4.0

Overall great facility but the staff seemed to turnover quite a bit there in the short six months my son attended. Kids definitely get dirty there, so if you're a clean freak this is not the place for you. Carrie is amazing and truly cares about the children's well-being!

- Danielle H.

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.

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.

Lighthouse Christian Preschool

5.0

Such an amazing preschool! When you walk in you can see the passion and love that each of the teachers have for their students! Love this place!

- Megan C.

Preschools in Del Mar, CA

Montessori Academy in Mira Mesa

Montessori Academy in Mira Mesa

8248 Lapiz, San Diego, CA

Arian's Learning Academy Lic.# 376623418 (Family Childcare) www.Ariansacademy.org Monday to Friday 6:00 am to 6:00 pm A school that feels like HOME. Arian's learning Academy is licensed by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing, Arian's Learning Academy...

Riba's Home Child Care

Riba's Home Child Care

11417 Poblado Rd, San Diego, CA

Hi, my name is Riba I am a loving mother of two and licensed by the state of California, certified in child development, certified assistant teacher, with 10 plus years of child care and elementary school teaching. Not only does my daycare provide a collaborative environment for children to create...

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...

Viana's Daycare

Viana's Daycare

7735 Via Solare, San Diego, CA

My daycare is LICENSED by the State of California (License #376627456 and OPEN from Monday-Friday (7:00 AM - 6:00 PM). My rate $250 for infants is $275 per week for full-time. Hello Everyone! My name is Mina and I have opened up my own family childcare home this year. However, I have had several...

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.

The Coder School

The Coder School

9879 Carmel Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA

The Coder School is a year-round after-school coding school for kids ages 7-18. We combine collaboration and immersion with direct instruction by our Code Coaches to get your kids learning to code and rockin' their inner hacker in no time! Our mission is to inspire and excite kids to not only learn...

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...

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
"CMP has been amazing for our family! Our son Jack has been there for 2 years and is thriving. The joy in his face everyday that he get to go to school is contagious. He has learned a tremendous amount in such a unique environment and I am so appreciative of...

Julie B.


Olivenhain Country Preschool

448 Rancho Santa Fe Rd, Encinitas, CA

4.0

(1)

Olivenhain Country Preschool in Encinitas, California provides a safe, loving and nurturing environment where children can grow and develop skills needed for future academic success. The school serves children from 7 weeks to 4 years old and offers infant, toddler, preschool, and junior kindergarten...
4.0
"Overall great facility but the staff seemed to turnover quite a bit there in the short six months my son attended. Kids definitely get dirty there, so if you're a clean freak this is not the place for you. Carrie is amazing and truly cares about the children's...

Danielle H.


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.


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
"I can't express enough how much my family and I love Mrs. Maribel, I have had nothing but a great experience with her, my 14 month old daughter goes to her home Monday-Friday and loves going there, when we get there she greets us with open arms and treats my...

Jazzmeen B.


Lighthouse Christian Preschool

510 S El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA

5.0

(1)

5.0
"Such an amazing preschool! When you walk in you can see the passion and love that each of the teachers have for their students! Love this place!"

Megan C.


PACIFIC PRESCHOOL - SAN ELIJO HILLS, INC

PACIFIC PRESCHOOL - SAN ELIJO HILLS, INC

1301 ELFIN FOREST ROAD WEST, SAN MARCOS, CA

5.0

(3)

We are an Early Childhood Education Program located in San Elijo Hills. We strive to provide quality Programs for children 18 months- Kindergarten. Our commitment is to provide high quality, professional, early education program for your children. We shall forever be committed to the individual...
5.0
"All three of my kids went through Pacific Preschool. They all had very positive experiences. It's a great learning environment. The kids are loved, nurtured and safe. They have a great balance between play based learning and academics. The teachers are warm and...

Anna B.


Shantivanam Childrens Community

229 Cerro St, Encinitas, CA

5.0

(2)

Shantivanam Childrens Community located at 229 Cerro Street, Encinitas, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from seven-thirty AM to five PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer...
5.0
"I had the opportunity to send my 4 year old son to Shantivanam this summer and we had an exceptional experience. Elishela and the other teachers were so welcoming and loving every time we stepped through the aradoor. I loved that they sent home my son's daily...

Sara


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.


Mira Mesa Christian Preschool

10770 Rickert Rd, San Diego, CA

Mira Mesa Christian Preschool is a Christ-centered school that is committed to the spiritual, social, emotional and intellectual development of each student. The school implements a discovery-based thematic curriculum, which is developmentally appropriate, to stimulate the children's imagination and...

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...

Lajolla Presbyterian Pre School

7715 Draper Ave, La Jolla, CA

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...

Solana Beach Community Preschool

524 Stevens Ave, Solana Beach, CA

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...

Showing 41 - 60 of 60

Additional Preschool Services

Preschools in Solana Beach, CAPreschools in Rancho Santa Fe, CAPreschools in Encinitas, CAPreschools in La Jolla, CAPreschools in Poway, CAPreschools in Vista, CAPreschools in San Marcos, CAPreschools in Carlsbad, CAPreschools in Escondido, CAPreschools in Santee, CA

Preschool Articles

Moms are not machines: Why time for yourself isn’t selfish — and how to get it

April 16th, 2025 Becoming a parent is a beautiful and rewarding experience, but it can also be unrelenting, particularly if you’re one of the many moms struggling to fi... Read more
Special Needs Care for Adult Children: Interview Questions

Special Needs Care for Adult Children: Interview Questions

January 24th, 2018 Hiring personal care assistants (PCAs) is often a key part of a disabled adult’s system of care. Some hire PCAs through an agency, while others hire an... Read more
Special Needs Care for Adult Children: Cost of Care

Special Needs Care for Adult Children: Cost of Care

January 24th, 2018 In the last chapter, we outlined types of care op... Read more
Mental health breaks for parents are nonnegotiable: Here’s why

Mental health breaks for parents are nonnegotiable: Here’s why

April 15th, 2024 The joy they bring is endless, but … Kids. Are. Full. On. The demands. The playdates and activities. The snacks. The messes! While their smiles and sn... Read more
The kids are not alright: How to know if your teen is struggling and help them cope

The kids are not alright: How to know if your teen is struggling and help them cope

June 27th, 2022 For over two years, families have anticipated a return to normalcy following the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic. But as schools fully reopened and kids’... Read more

FAQs for finding preschools near you in Del Mar, CA

In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Del Mar, CA?

What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Del Mar, CA?

How can I find a preschool near me in Del Mar, CA?