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5.0
(9)
Welcome to my page. My name is Nadia and I will be your child's teacher/care provider. Working with children is my passion and I truly enjoy what I do.
I have my CA State License (CA Lic # 376101124) for a Large Family Childcare. I am also an AMI (American Montessori International) certified...
Philosophy: International, Outdoor/nature, Developmental (play-based), Montessori, Academic
School type:
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
"Ms. Nadia is a great teacher! Our younger daughter was in her class from 1.5 to 3yo, while Ms. Nadia was still in Lifetime Montessouri School. We felt extremely lucky for the time we've spent together as the class and our family! Ms. Nadia is caring, knowledgeable...
Runquan Z
VISION TRILINGUAL PRESCHOOL SAN MARCOS
403 N Twin Oaks Valley Rd, SAN MARCOS, CA
Starting at $1700/mo
State license verified
5.0
(2)
"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 they are introducing things like this at an early age. The staff is great! Definitely recommend! "
Lauren ..
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...
"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 4 years old.
The staff and owner are great with kids! They are loving and attentive to all the children in...
Vanessa
SUNNYSIDE LEARNING CENTER ( 760-44 SUNNY )
178 S RANCHO SANTA FE ROADSAN MARCOS, CA, SAN MARCOS, CA
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...
Mountain Shadows Exceptional Kids
970 Los Vallecitos Blvd. Suite 130, San Marcos, CA
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...
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based)
School type:
Child care
Preschool
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,...
Mountain Shadows Active Learning Center
970 Los Vallecitos Blvd. Suite 140, San Marcos, CA
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...
Philosophy: Outdoor/nature, Cooperative, Special needs, Developmental (play-based), Academic
School type:
Child care
PACIFIC PRESCHOOL - SAN ELIJO HILLS, INC
1301 ELFIN FOREST ROAD WEST, SAN MARCOS, CA
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...
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...
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based), Academic
School type:
Child care
Preschool
Little Beans Academy
571 Butterwood Ave., San Marcos, CA
Little Beans Academy is an In-Home Daycare and Preschool located in San Marcos, CA.
School type:
In-Home daycare
Preschool
Tiny Fingers And Toes Child Care
531 Avenida Verde, San Marcos, CA
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...
School type:
In-Home daycare
Kindergarten
Preschool
Doreen's After School Pick-up And Care
1136 Calle Del Baston, San Marcos, CA
My name is Doreen, I'm 59 and married, and have a year and a half of college. I have great references, and would like to help out some families.
To give a little more background, my husband and I have lived in the Lake San Marcos area in this house now for about 7 years (North County since...
SUNNYSIDE LEARNING CENTER
178 S RANCHO SANTA FE ROAD, SAN MARCOS, CA
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based), Cooperative
School type:
Child care
Preschool
montessori school of san marcos
800 W. Mission Road, San Marcos, CA
Paula B
837 Quiet Hills Drive, San Marcos, CA
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...
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...
MAAC Project 1st Start
139 Gosnell Way, San Marcos, CA
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...
School type:
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF SAN MARCOS
800 W Mission Rd, San Marcos, CA
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...
School type:
Preschool
Child care
SMLC Childrens Center
3419 Grand Ave, San Marcos, CA
SMLC Children’s Center is a nationally accredited child care facility that offers educational day care programs for preschool children. Located in San Marcos, California, the company admits students between the ages of three to five years old. The company implements a Christian-based curriculum that...
School type:
Preschool
Child care
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...
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Recent preschool reviews in San Marcos, CA
Nafez, Nadia Family Childcare
5.0
We love Ms Nadia, Ms Yanine and Ms Nasseema! We started at Ms Nadia's montessori daycare when my daughter was 2 in a half years old, around the end of the first year of the pandemic. Up until then, just visiting a daycare center, my daughter couldn't wait to leave. When we visited Ms Nadia, she...
- Care member
VISION TRILINGUAL PRESCHOOL SAN MARCOS
5.0
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 they are introducing things like this at an early age. The staff is great! Definitely recommend!
- Lauren ..
Miller Family Daycare
5.0
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 4 years old.
The staff and owner are great with kids! They are loving and attentive to all the children in their care.
They have a...
- Vanessa
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in San Marcos, CA
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me 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.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in San Marcos, CA?
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.
How can I find a preschool near me 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.
Ratings for San Marcos, CA preschools listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Preschools in San Marcos, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed preschools.