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Preschools in San Marcos, CA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

VISION TRILINGUAL PRESCHOOL SAN MARCOS

They are fantastic! My son loves them as much as we do. Lots of great programs/activities ie. Scientific. Being a scientist I am just so...

- Lauren ..

KIRKHAM, GEMMA FAMILY CHILD CARE

Gemma's Family Daycare is a loving, caring and learning daycare. Gemma is kind, loving, Christian and safe daycare. Would recommend ir to...

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The Little People Preschool

We LOVE LPP. We learned about them through a neighbor. Our daughter started there in 2023 when she was 4 months old. Now our son goes there...

- Stephanie D.

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VISION TRILINGUAL PRESCHOOL SAN MARCOS

403 N TWIN OAKS VALLEY RD SAN MARCOS, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1700/mo

Lauren .. says "They are fantastic! My son loves them as much as we do. Lots of great programs/activities ie. Scientific. Being a scientist I am just so impressed that...

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KIRKHAM, GEMMA FAMILY CHILD CARE

921 viking lane SAN MARCOS, CA

5.0(5)
In-Home daycare
With 30 years of dedicated service in child care, I provide a nurturing and excellent environment for your child's growth. Our program includes a comprehensive preschool curriculum to prepare children for their next steps. My commitment to safety and professional development is demonstrated by my certification in CPR and...

Care Member says "Gemma's Family Daycare is a loving, caring and learning daycare. Gemma is kind, loving, Christian and safe daycare. Would recommend ir to anyone. "

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The Little People Preschool

920 BOARDWALK SAN MARCOS, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
We are family-owned, not a corporate child care center, and or center is just that, family-oriented. Our staff is the heart of our community. Each team member is carefully selected not just for their qualifications, but for their passion for nurturing young minds. We have 6 classrooms for each age level, 2 indoor playgrounds,...

Stephanie D. says "We LOVE LPP. We learned about them through a neighbor. Our daughter started there in 2023 when she was 4 months old. Now our son goes there also and...

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Kids First Club- Cindy Baudler

576 Echo Lane San Marcos, CA

State license verified

Family home childcare program with preschool activities offering a nurturing educational in home program following San Marcos Elementary curriculum. Preparing children in a language rich environment to implement a strong foundation for early reading , spelling, writing, math, science experiments, art, music and singing. We...
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PACIFIC PRESCHOOL - SAN ELIJO HILLS, INC

1301 ELFIN FOREST RD W SAN MARCOS, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

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 child needs; not a commitment to...

Molly M. says "I'm a new parent and my daughter started in the fall. I couldn't be happier with their program and I feel like this preschool isn't a one size fit all as...

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I am a retired elementary school teacher who started out my career in education by teaching preschool and operating a home day care 25 years ago when my own three sons were growing up here in San Marcos. I spent 15 years at the elementary level, and then I retired and came full circle back to my roots of early childhood...

Krishna B. says "I have just moved to San Marcos from Northern California and was looking for part time childcare for my 2 year old son. We love Paula and Sabrina, who...

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Miller Family Daycare

1651 Saddlehorn Dr. San Marcos, CA

5.0(1)
I have a large licensed day care now for 10 years. I have 24 ECE units, and am continually taking workshops and classes related to my field. I am a member of the San Diego County Family Child Care Association, as well as the YMCA, and attend a support group with other childcare providers in my area. A few years back I added...

Vanessa says "Miller Family Daycare is an excellent daycare for infant to preschool age children. 2 of my children were enrolled in the program from toddler age to about...

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Discovery Isle (Twin Oaks-San Marcos)

308 S TWIN OAKS VALLEY RD SAN MARCOS, CA

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum for infants through Pre-Kindergarten, takes...
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Discovery Isle (La Costa-San Marcos)

1655 S RANCHO SANTA FE RD SAN MARCOS, CA

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum for infants through Pre-Kindergarten, takes...
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SUNNYSIDE LEARNING CENTER ( 760-44 SUNNY )

178 S RANCHO SANTA FE RD SAN MARCOS, CA

State license verified

At Sunnyside Learning Center we implement 'The Creative Curriculum' in all of our classrooms from Infant to Preschool. The Creative Curriculum is a teaching tool that is based on five fundamental principles. These principals assist the teachers in the following areas of development in order to create a cohesive, developmentally...
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Mountain Shadows Exceptional Kids

970 Los Vallecitos Blvd. Suite 130 San Marcos, CA

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Mountain Shadows Exceptional Kids (MSEK) is a childcare center located in San Marcos. We serve children with ages 2 to 5 years old. Our center provides children with nutritious meals throughout the day, educational enrichment, behavioral support and nursing care. Our program's focus is on providing children will an...
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Mountain Shadows Active Learning Center

970 Los Vallecitos Blvd. Suite 140 San Marcos, CA

Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
+ 1 more
Mountain Shadows Active Learning Center is now offering Summer Camp!!! ALC is an after school and Saturday program that is geared to meet the needs of children and youth ages 6-18 with Autism. ALC is a very unique program in that it is designed to be a safe, structured, and supportive environment that can give your child the...
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Kiddie Stars Inc.

621 S RANCHO SANTA FE RD SAN MARCOS, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1100/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
At Kiddie Stars safety comes first! We go above and beyond making sure the environment is safe for all our children. We are licensed with the state of California which means we follow all the state regulations. When you walk into Kiddie Stars you are greeted by the children's artwork. Kiddie Stars shows off what the...
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Little Beans Academy

571 Butterwood Ave. San Marcos, CA

In-Home daycare
Preschool
Little Beans Academy is an In-Home Daycare and Preschool located in San Marcos, CA.
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Tiny Fingers And Toes Child Care

531 Avenida Verde San Marcos, CA

In-Home daycare
Kindergarten
Preschool
Tiny Fingers and Toes Childcare is a licensed Family Day Care facility with openings for children between 4 weeks old to school age. I am registered with the YMCA & CDA,CAL-WORKS and NACCRRA for our military family's. I am located in the Santa Fe Hills area in San Marcos it is a great, loving environment I provide plenty of...
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SUNNYSIDE LEARNING CENTER

178 S RANCHO SANTA FE RD SAN MARCOS, CA

1.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Child care
Preschool
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ABC 123 Day School

801 River Run Circle San Marcos, CA

ABC 123 Day School is a home preschool in San Marcos. Small ratio of 1:6 Your child will learn and grow here. At ABC 123 i work on developing each and every child. The program is for ages 18 months-5 years old. An 18 month old does all the same activities that a 5 year old would do. I provide a full curriculum that includes...
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UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF SAN MARCOS

800 W Mission Rd San Marcos, CA

Child care
Preschool
United Methodist Church of San Marcos in California, is offering its Applied Scholastics Academy to children from preschool through 6th grade. The school aims to promote the development of life-long love of learning in children, to prepare them for academic success. Applied Scholastics Academy is open from Monday thru Friday,...
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Intellichildren of San Marcos

212 W. San Marcos Blvd. San Marcos, CA

Intellichildren of San Marcos, is a comprehensive child care center offering care for children 6-weeks-old to 5-years-old. A new program was started in September, which also offers care for the school-aged child from kindergarten through fifth grade. We are within walking distance of San Marcos Elementary school, and is...
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MAAC Project 1st Start

139 Gosnell Way San Marcos, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
MAAC offers a wide range of community-based services and programs that support child, family, and community development. Located in San Marcos, California, the company offers early head start, head start, and preschool learning programs. The company’s programs are structured to support children’s cognitive, language, and social...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in San Marcos, CA

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

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

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

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