Preschool & Kindergarten

Educational Program  Information

We offer year-round nationally accredited preschool and pre-kindergarten programs as well as special interest enrichment classes  for children.   With La Costa Valley Preschool & Kindergarten’s open enrollment your child can start school when they are ready to learn and grow; that’s why we offer a year-round program with student enrollment at any time throughout the year.

Learn more about the educational programs offered at La Costa Valley Preschool and Kindergarten

Year-round Preschool & Pre-K Programs

Preschool & Pre- Kindergarten programs for children 2-6 years are offered.
You may choose 2, 3, or 5 days based on your personal schedule & needs.
Half day or customized program schedules may be selected.
School is open from 6:45am – 6:00pm.

Kindergarten Program (Sept – June):

Also year round, La Costa Valley Preschool and Kindergarten’s,  Kindergarten program is approved by The Department of Education, Department of Social Services and is nationally accredited.

Our comprehensive September – June kindergarten program is offered for children turning 5 years old by November 1st  for the 2012 -2013 school calendar year this year and demonstrating developmental and academic readiness skills necessary for classroom and personal success.

California State Department of Education Dates for Kindergarten Admission

Make Note: The entry age requirements for kindergarten are changing over the next couple of years

5yrs by November 1 2012-2013

5yrs by October 1 2013-2014

 5yrs by September 1 2014-2015

If your child’s birth-date falls short for the upcoming 2012 – 2013 school year and is ready to learn you may want to consider enrolling your child in our comprehensive  pre-kindergarten program.

Pre-Kindergarten Program – Transitional Early Entry (Sept – June)

A two year  kindergarten early entry program is available for children not meeting the kindergarten age requirement and  who have demonstrated academic readiness.

Learn more about our kindergarten early entry program to help prepare your child for kindergarten

Specialty Enrichment Programs: Monthly classes

Open to all children from the community as well as La Costa’s current student body our specialty enrichment program class choices include:  Spanish lessons, art, reading readiness,  sports and fitness classes that meet once a week.

Click here for more information about our Specialty Enrichment Program and the classes available.

Intersession Fun Camp For Kindergarteners on School Breaks.

Open to all  kindergarten age students up to 6 years old from Encinitas, San Marcos and Carlsbad School districts. At our school break/ intersession fun camp your child will be joining our our accredited kindergarten class with the option for  a half day or full day  fun and educational experience.

Learn more about our Intersession fun camp for kindergarteners at La Costa Valley Preschool & Kindergarten

Summer Fun – Summer Camps:

Summer fun programs and kindergarten prep programs are available and should be applied for in advance.

Enrollment is open to all children 2 years of age through 6 years of age. Children of all races, religions, ethnic backgrounds, and those with special needs who are able to actively participate and benefit from school activities are welcome.

Click here for more information about our  Summer Camp sessions

Community Outreach Tuition Assistance:

Through our community outreach program, we provide information about preschool tuition funding sources available for working and/or student parents meeting certain financial guidelines.

Applications are accepted throughout the year.

It is best to apply well in advance of your intended start date. Click here to download an application.

La Costa Valley Preschool and Kindergarten is a year round nationally accredited  school that provides half day and full day schedules that include before and after school programs as well as optional specialty educational enrichment classes.  We service preschool and kindergarten children of  Carlsbad, La Costa, Encinitas, Leucadia, Cardiff, Del Mar, San Marcos and Solana Beach in North County San Diego.

Support For Military Families  Children – Affordable  Child Care and  Education Through  NACCRRA

NACCRRA and CCR&R’s take the guesswork out of finding and paying for child care.  More than 5 million families nationally are helped to find, evaluate, or pay for child care each year.  This resource provides military families with a bridge between parents, providers, community leaders, and policy makers.

Learn More About Our Affordable  Child Care and  Education  For Military Families Through The  NACCRRA program