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Your Child's Early Learning Adventure Starts Here
At Bay Park Early Learning Center, we have dedicated ourselves to nurturing young minds in San Diego for over 36 years. Founded on principles of creativity, inclusivity, and holistic development, our programs cater to children aged 3 months through Pre-K, fostering growth socially, emotionally, intellectually, and physically. Our team of 22 educators brings a collective 121 years of experience, ensuring a learning environment grounded in expertise and compassion. Daily communication and active parent involvement are cornerstones of our approach, empowering families to stay connected to their childs journey. Our curriculum, designed around age-appropriate, hands-on activities, encourages curiosity and self-expression while respecting the natural stages of child development. With two locations, including our sister school La Jolla Preschool Academy, we prioritize safety, innovation, and individualized care, reflecting our commitment to preparing children for lifelong success.Over decades, we have refined our methods to align with research-backed practices, ensuring each child thrives in a space that values their unique talents and potential. Our dedication to excellence is evident in every interaction, from the warmth of our infant programs to the dynamic summer enrichment activities. We believe in building confidence through exploration, teaching conflict resolution, and celebrating effort as much as achievement. This philosophy, combined with our locally owned legacy, ensures families trust us to deliver a foundation for learning that extends far beyond the classroom.
Services
Infant Care
Toddler Programs
Preschool Curriculum
Summer Enrichment
Parent Involvement
Highlights and features
- We have been caring for San Diego children for over 36 years.
- Our team of 22 teachers has a collective experience of 121 years.
- We prioritize daily communication and active parent involvement.
- Our curriculum fosters holistic development through hands-on learning.
- Every classroom emphasizes safety, creativity, and individualized attention.
Services
Infant Center
Our Infant Center serves children aged 3 months to 18 months, providing a secure and stimulating environment tailored to early developmental stages. With dedicated caregivers and age-appropriate activities, we focus on building foundational skills through sensory exploration and personalized attention. This program emphasizes trust, comfort, and early communication to support your babys growth.
Toddler Room
The Toddler Room caters to children 1830 months, fostering independence and socialization through structured play and interactive learning. Our curriculum encourages motor skills, language development, and emotional awareness with small-group activities and creative play. Teachers guide toddlers in navigating peer relationships and expressing themselves confidently.
Preschool Curriculum
Our Preschool program prepares children for kindergarten with a balanced curriculum integrating literacy, math, science, and art. Weekly lesson plans emphasize hands-on discovery, collaborative projects, and problem-solving to nurture critical thinking. A focus on holistic development ensures each child gains academic readiness and social confidence.
Summer Programs
Summer Fun runs from mid-June to August, offering themed activities that blend play, creativity, and learning. Children engage in outdoor exploration, arts, and age-specific projects while maintaining developmental continuity. Flexible schedules and special guests make summer learning engaging and memorable.
Parent Involvement
Parent involvement is integral to our approach. Through daily updates, newsletters, and classroom volunteering, families stay connected to their childs progress. We encourage sharing skills and experiences, fostering a community where parents and teachers collaborate to enhance learning and support growth.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We serve children aged 3 months through Pre-K, with programs tailored to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
What is your curriculum focus?
Our curriculum emphasizes holistic development through age-appropriate activities that nurture social, emotional, intellectual, and physical growth.
How do you involve parents?
Parents receive daily updates, participate in newsletters, and can volunteer in classrooms or share skills with children.
What are your operating hours?
We are open weekdays from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM for preschool and 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM for infants and toddlers.
What is the tuition payment schedule?
Monthly tuition is due by the first of each month, with late fees applied after the fifth. Registration and materials fees are also required.
Do you offer summer programs?
Yes! Our ‘Summer Fun’ program runs mid-June to August, combining learning and play through themed activities and outdoor exploration.
Reviews (1)
Talya Van Den Berg
Jun 03, 2017
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Both my kids attended the infant center, but moved for preschool (for a more convenient location). In my opinion this is one of the best preschools/infant centers around. They have low teacher turnover and really put the children first!
