Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Preschool Education in San Diego
Magic Hours Childrens' Center has been a trusted pillar of early childhood education in Mira Mesa since 1972. Founded as the first preschool in the community, our family-owned center combines a nurturing environment with a structured academic curriculum to prepare children for lifelong success. Rooted in the Reggio Emilia philosophy, we emphasize collaborative relationships between children, educators, and families to foster holistic development. Our System Four Curriculum addresses social, emotional, physical, and educational growth, tailored to each child's unique needs. With dedicated teachers and small class sizes, we ensure personalized attention that supports language acquisition, cultural awareness, and confidence-building.Our facility offers full and half-day programs for infants through transitional kindergarten students, featuring enhanced indoor and outdoor learning spaces. We maintain transparent communication through daily activity calendars and prioritize safety through rigorous staff training and secure facilities. For over five decades, our commitment to quality education has made us a preferred choice for generations of families in San Diego.
Services
Infant Care
Toddler Program
Preschool Curriculum
Transitional Kindergarten
Full Day Programs
Half Day Programs
Virtual Tours
In-Person Tours
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1972 with generational community trust
- Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum emphasizing collaborative learning
- Experienced educators with specialized early childhood training
- Secure, small-class environment with individualized attention
- Proven track record preparing bilingual students for school success
What people say
Nurturing environment
Dedicated staff
Effective curriculum
Child's growth
Language development
Services
Infant Care
Our infant program serves children 3-12 months with dedicated caregivers focusing on sensory development and early bonding. Age-appropriate activities stimulate motor skills while maintaining strict safety protocols. Parents receive daily updates about feeding, sleeping, and developmental milestones.
Toddler Program
Designed for 12-24 month-olds, this program encourages language acquisition through interactive play and structured routines. Teachers implement gentle guidance techniques to support emotional regulation while introducing basic cognitive concepts through music and storytelling.
Preschool Curriculum
Our proprietary curriculum integrates social-emotional learning with academic fundamentals. Daily activities combine literacy, numeracy, and creative expression while emphasizing cultural diversity and environmental awareness through hands-on exploration.
Transitional Kindergarten
Four-year-olds prepare for kindergarten through advanced literacy and math concepts. Morning and afternoon sessions focus on independent learning skills, group collaboration, and STEM-based activities that build confidence for formal schooling.
Parent Engagement
We maintain open communication through daily activity reports and regular parent-teacher conferences. Cultural events and educational workshops strengthen home-school connections while supporting diverse family needs.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We offer programs for children 10 months through 5 years, including infant care, toddler, preschool, and transitional kindergarten options.
How does your curriculum prepare children for kindergarten?
Our System Four Curriculum integrates academic fundamentals with social-emotional development, using play-based learning to build literacy, numeracy, and collaboration skills.
Can I schedule a tour?
Yes! Virtual and in-person tours are available. Contact us directly to arrange a visit that fits your schedule.
What safety measures are in place?
We maintain secure facilities with controlled access, trained staff in CPR/first aid, and regular safety drills to ensure child protection at all times.
Do you offer flexible scheduling?
We provide full-day and half-day options with morning and afternoon sessions to accommodate working families' needs.
Reviews (3)
Marisankar Poovalingam
Nov 08, 2019
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A good day care and preschool.. But a way costly to afford.. A nice option for working moms.. Education - They practice more writing and socializing skills. Reading is not much encouraged. They have special maths and science sessions. It will be useful fir kids
Food - They care more for food. They feed the children on time. It will good and standard. Peanut free environment.
Food - They care more for food. They feed the children on time. It will good and standard. Peanut free environment.
L. Patterson
Nov 08, 2017
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Misleading about the length of their wait-list. For some reason, unlike any school i've ever talked to, they have a separate wait list for subsidy parents and private pay..something about they can only have a certain amount of students be subsidy. After I toured the school, I've been calling and inquiring for two months about where we stand on wait list (I was told to call weekly). At first they said they'd have ability in May, then a few weeks ago they said in June, then I was told this morning they won't have availability until July. On to the next.
Lance Tacquard
Jul 17, 2016
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Friendly staff and they really work on teaching the children. Been going there for over 6 months. Our four year old can write her name now thanks to her teacher, and that was after just one week there. Best of all my child loves it and her teacher Miss Jessica.
