We offer year-round preschool and pre-kindergarten programs for children. Your child can start school at La Costa Valley Preschool and Kindergarten when the family is ready to start; that’s why we offer a year-round program with student enrollment at any time. We make it convenient for families to enroll at any time, provided there is space and we are the best fit for your family.
Learn more about the educational programs offered at La Costa Valley Preschool and Kindergarten
Preschool & Pre- K programs for children 2-6 years are offered.
You may choose 2, 3, or 5 days based on your personal schedule.
Half day or customized program schedules may be selected. School is open 6:45am – 6:00pm.
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 December 2 for the 2010 -2011 school calendar year this year and demonstrating developmental and academic readiness skills necessary for classroom and personal success.
A two year kindergarten early entry program is available for children not meeting the kindergarten age requirement and who have demonstrated academic readiness .
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
5 by December 2 for 2010-2011 school year
5 by November 1 for 2011-2012 school year
5 by October 1 for 2012-2013 school year
If your child’s birth-date falls short for the upcoming 2011 – 2012 school year and is ready to learn you may want to consider enrolling your child in our comprehensive pre-kindergarten program.
Learn more about our kindergarten early entry program to help prepare your child for kindergarten
Open to children from the community as well as La Costa’s current student body our specialty enrichment program class choices
Classes For Kids: 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.
Mommy and Me Play and Learn Classes ( daddy and me is welcome too)
Enhance your child’s social skills through meeting and interacting with new friends and by helping to provide a foundation for a successful transition to preschool. Class sessions include a wide variety of activities and meet once per week..
Learn more about Mommy and Me play and learn classes
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
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
At La Costa Valley Preschool & Kindergarten we look at early childhood learning as a whole child educational experience. From inspiring creativity, expression and health to helping students develop an interest and excitement in building their educational foundation for ongoing school success.
La Costa Preschool Valley & Kindergarten is 1 of 3 Nationally accredited Preschools and Kindergarten’s by the Academy of Early Childhood Programs serving the coastal communities of Carlsbad, La Costa, Encinitas, Leucadia, Cardiff, Del Mar, San Marcos and Solana Beach in North County San Diego.
