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The Vine Learning Center

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Art and sensory activities every day! We even get to take home his precious art :)
Megan N.

Finding suitable care for our first child (especially during the pandemic) was extremely important for my husband and me. We have been extremely pleased with the level of care at The Vine. The staff is amazing, the lesson plans are exceptional, and the facility is always clean. Our son had a really difficult time adjusting (separation anxiety) and they were so gracious to both him and me! Now he loves going to school! (He even says "school!") We love getting the constant updates of his activities and are obsessed with the pictures they send us every day. I can't say enough about The Vine. I recommend it to all my friends and now some of them take their kids there too! Forgot to mention that he really loves his teachers. When I drop him off, he reaches for them, and when I pick him up he blows them kisses goodbye. Ms. Ana, Ms. Itzelt, Ms. Angie, and Ms. Claudia are extraordinary!

Wendy K A.

It took me a while to leave this review. Probably because it was so hard for us to say good bye to the environment. From the Administration to every Teacher and staff at the Vine. The whole experience was great! My daughter started at the Vine at Linda vista. We moved to the Ulrich location as the LV location was for smaller children. They cared for my daughter until she turned 5. If I could have kept her there one more year I would have. I was a single parent who needed help. My daughter was at home with a good sitter but she was ready for new things and to be around new friends. From helping potty train her to helping her learn to write her name, this place was the best experience we could have had. The teachers are all great! No complaints. They were genuine and anything that my daughter needed they were always willing to help her. My daughter was having issues talking and they also helped her develop more vocabulary. They were patient with us and it sure paid off for my little one. If there were any opportunities we faced they were addressed swiftly. We love this place. My daughter still remembers her teachers, Lizzie, Akira, Maria, Mariah, Brittany, Chanel. Today she wanted to go to sleep with her little dragon we bought her at build a bear whom she named Mariah. (One of her teachers) Definitely, miss you guys. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.. it isn't easy being a single parent. Here my daughter learned confidence, vocabulary, shapes, colors, fundamentals. She was so excited about learning she became a very good reader. I attribute these things to the overall environment we all created for her during this impactful age. Thank you all. Thank you for being so patient with us!

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My son's been coming here for a little over a month in the monkey's classroom and I love how welcoming they make him feel!

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They take such good care of my son. He started at 6months and now he is 15months. He is loved and we are very grateful for that.

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“My daughter has been going to The Vine Infant Center since she was 6 months and she is now almost 2.”

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Fleur De Lis School

Fleur De Lis School

(41 reviews)

Hillcrest

Fleur De Lis is a magical wonderland. My two daughters are currently students at FDL and one of my…read morehappiest days was finding out my oldest got a spot in the Early Learners program. They both started in the EL class and my oldest, who we kept an extra year at FDL, rather than sending her to TK, is finishing up her last year. We've loved our entire FDL experience. The teachers and staff are like family. We love the play based learning and the huge outdoor play areas that encourage kids to explore. My kids have so much fun that they get upset when we pick them up early! FDL also creates a great community environment within the school and each classroom. I've been fortunate to be a room parent for both of my kids and there are many opportunities for parents to get involved in class (reading books, sharing family traditions and cultural holidays, class parties...). We've had fantastic teachers over the years. Ms. Autumn, Ms. Blanca and Ms. Sandra were perfect for the Early Learners class, so loving and nurturing with the 2 year olds. Ms. Kiara and Ms. Amber are great preschool teachers. In preschool, there are "jobs' assigned everyday and it's great to see the 3 year olds learning independence and responsibility through play. Ms. Tina, Ms. Sam, Ms. Sandy and Ms. Chelsea's Pre-K programs are fun and engaging - my oldest was reading by 4 years old. It's truly amazing. The playground has a nature lab, a garden, a "construction site," bicycle paths. The classrooms have a STEAM center, dramatic play, circle time. The kids that leave the Pre-K program are more than ready for Kindergarten...they could probably start first grade! Ms. Bev and Ms. Kira are so involved in the school's operations and truly care for each child and family. They are always open to questions and feedback and have been invaluable during this past pandemic year. While we are incredibly sad that Ms. Tina is leaving the Pre-K program, we know she will also be a great director. We love FDL and recommend the school to all parents.

Fleur de Lis School provided our son and our family the most incredible experience we could have…read moreever asked for. In our 2 years there, we watched our son grow immensely in his confidence, relationships, and overall love of learning. He was sad to leave school every day and excited to wake up and start the day with his amazing friends and teachers. The approach and philosophy that Fleur de Lis takes truly allows each child to blossom in their own unique and beautiful way and we not only got to experience this with our son, but saw it with his classmates as well. We saw our son make presentations to his class about a science or art project he did with us at home or proudly present his show and tell Spider-man toy to his classmates - we are so grateful to the entire Fleur de Lis community for encouraging this level of self-esteem and individuality.  The staff at Fleur de Lis is truly one of a kind -  the professional, yet individualized attention of Tina Smith and April Kozelh as directors is amazing. They know your child personally and do everything in their power to make your child's experience at Fleur de Lis enriching and creative. Our son still talks about Ms. Tina coming into their classroom and reading them special books (his favorite was about an owl in NYC) and Tina consistently shared specific memories of our son's social and emotional growth during his time there. The teachers we had at Fleur de Lis (Ms. Sandy, Ms. Chelsea, Ms. Amber, Ms. Kiara and Ms. Diana for Spanish) were incredible in every way - we appreciated the attention to the holistic needs of each child - the cognitive, physical, and emotional were all given attention and we saw our son blossom in each area. The day our son "graduated" Fleur de Lis School was a bittersweet one - we were thrilled to know he was ready for kindergarten, but also so sad to say goodbye to the daily moments of this special community. Our son couldn't stop hugging his amazing teacher Ms. Sandy at the singing show - clearly showing the same emotions we felt as parents.

San Diego Cooperative Preschool

San Diego Cooperative Preschool

(23 reviews)

Our eldest started SDCP at 19 months and our youngest started at 10 months and we couldn't be more…read moredelighted. Our toddler takes a while warming up to new places and people, and we knew (or I mean, she knew!) immediately this was the place for her when she darted outside. The indoor / outdoor access that every classroom has is awesome; the intentional curation of the spaces operate as another educator to explore and inspire. You can feel how much the teachers genuinely love what they do; their care and dedication are clear in every interaction with the kids and the stories they tell when we pick them up. When I was first researching preschools, I was excited that there was a co-op option in SD and wondered how it might fit with my schedule. After touring and learning more about the school, meeting Stephanie and the amazing teachers / staff, it was an easy decision. They have an open door policy and the hours are flexible for parents. The co-op model has taught us so much, allowing us to learn and grow together with our kids, both modeling and providing tools for connecting with them to be their whole, individual self through play.

Lovely preschool. Feels like the teachers really care about the kids. They use the RIE methodology…read morefor infants. Safe and supportive atmosphere. There are co-op requirements where parents/other adults have to volunteer at the school on a regular basis, which can be difficult for some families. Only downside is a long wait list to get in.

Au Clair de Lune French Preschool & Kindergarten

Au Clair de Lune French Preschool & Kindergarten

(17 reviews)

Linda Vista

We toured several highly rated preschools in San Diego and Au Clair de Lune was FAR AND AWAY the…read morewinning choice for us. We are so grateful that we had the opportunity to send both of our daughters here for preschool. They received such a brilliant, positive start to their educational journeys here, and our whole family has made wonderful friendships and connections in the process. From the moment we descended the staircase to begin our tour of the school, we knew immediately that this was the place for our girls. The campus is a celebration of color, art, nature, creativity, kindness, and joy. The children are happy and engaged. The student/teacher ratio is exactly where it should be. The leadership team is exceptional and responsive; the teachers are kind, professional, creative and incredibly good at what they do; the classrooms are pristine and inspiring; the curriculum is top notch; the chef-prepared meals and school uniforms make life so much easier for busy families; and there are so many fun extras sprinkled in throughout the school year (i.e. theme days, performances, after school activities, parents' night out, etc). OH, and hearing your kids speak BEAUTIFUL French when no one in your family speaks any French at all, is just unreal. We are hyper-protective of our kids and we felt completely safe and secure sending our girls here. We trusted the leadership and the teachers completely with their physical and emotional wellbeing, as well as their education. Our girls are continuing their French education at the Language Academy of San Diego, where they arrived exceptionally prepared academically, socially, and emotionally. We'll always cherish the memories and relationships we made here, and you will too!

I cannot express how happy we are with Au Clair de Lune--the entire preschool and its wonderful…read moreteachers. Ms. Anne-Laure, Ms. Jessica, and Ms. Claire have created a truly wonderful place for kids. Ms. Lea, together with Ms. Laure, have put in enormous effort to help our daughter build on her strengths while also supporting areas where she needed improvement. In kindergarten, she received individualized learning tasks and weekly plans tailored to her development. Over the course of a year, she learned to write in both print and cursive, mastered math concepts at a second-grade level, and even learned to read in French--despite not being a native speaker. She now understands French pretty well. What really stands out is the balance between academics and creativity. The children are regularly engaged in arts, crafts, and hands-on activities that encourage imagination and self-expression, so it never feels overly rigid or purely academic. Beyond academics, the growth in her confidence, social skills, and emotional well-being has been incredible. Before attending ACDL, she struggled with going to preschool. Here, she became excited to go every day to see her friends and truly feels like part of a community. We also really appreciate that the school has a garden and that the children spend a lot of time outdoors. The healthy lunches and snacks have been a big plus as well--our daughter, who used to be a very picky eater, has become much more open to trying new foods. The after-school programs are also great. Our daughter attended a science class and absolutely loved it. It was a fun way to introduce her to new concepts while also strengthening her French, since most activities are conducted in the language. Overall, the combination of education, care, creativity, and community has been wonderful for our daughter. We're genuinely sad that she's finishing kindergarten and won't be continuing at ACDL--we will really miss it. If you're looking for a French immersion preschool - or any preschool where your child can thrive - this is truly a special place.

Children's Growing Center

Children's Growing Center

(23 reviews)

There are not enough good words to say about this school. Children's Growing Center is an amazing…read moreplace to send your kid for their 0-4 years. My daughter went there for the past three years, and the experience was great. Every class was fun, engaging, exploratory, and my child looked forward to going every day. The school was good with communication, they have cute performances for families throughout the year, and you can tell all the teachers are genuinely invested in the kids. What amazed me the most is that every single teacher at that school knew my kid's name. Every single one. It feels like such a safe and loving community. The director has been there for close to 30 years, and she's great. Straightforward, no nonsense, and kind, and loving to the kids. They spend a lot of time outdoors and have a very play-focused curriculum. The families are warm and friendly. We were genuinely sad to go. I picked this preschool in part because of the excellent reviews, and I wanted to contribute to that. These reviews are spot on--the school is as good as the reviews say it is. 10/10 preschool, absolutely recommend.

My daughter spent about two years at this school and went through three classrooms. The great thing…read moreabout schools like this is that children will move up to a new classroom about every 9 months and the curriculum targets the age group. All the teachers were very caring and the teacher the student ratio was good. They had a lot of volunteer opportunities and there were a few of parent led events each year so I thought that was really neat. This school would have been more fun if it weren't for COVID. During normal times, they had school performances in the spring and early December that they rehearse for. We moved to Santee and since I work from home, going to this school became a hardship. We were sad to leave but my daughter will always have great memories of this place.

Bay Park Early Learning Center

Bay Park Early Learning Center

(10 reviews)

Bay Park

Both of our daughters have attended Bay Park Early Learning Center, and we couldn't be happier with…read morethe experience. Our oldest was there for two years before moving on to Kindergarten, and our youngest has been enrolled for the past year. From the very beginning, we were drawn to the warm, homey atmosphere of the school, and we quickly saw how caring and dedicated the staff are. Every teacher is patient, kind, and truly invested in the children's growth and happiness. Our girls have thrived here--excited to go to school each day, eager to see their friends and teachers, and always coming home with new things they've learned. The environment is welcoming, fun, and supportive, and our oldest was more than ready for the transition to Kindergarten thanks to the strong foundation she built here. It's such a comfort knowing our children are safe, cared for, and happy. Bay Park Early Learning Center has been a wonderful place for our family, and we couldn't ask for a better preschool.

We had high hopes coming here. Ms. Gail was a very supportive and kind whe we enrolled our kids…read more teachers are very caring and kind. However, when MsGail left a the new director "Jacqueline" was very aggressive and highly negative! It made us very uncomfortable and we decided to leave. She expressed that she cannot have "high strung or difficult kids here". That's a huge Red Flag!!! After attending a neighborhood moms meeting, it was determined we were not the only parents to feel this way. I think St. David's or St. Marks are better recommendations for preschool

Green Beans Preschool - Lots of floor time

Green Beans Preschool

(32 reviews)

Hillcrest

Both of our kids have been at Green Beans Preschool for the past 7.5 years, and now both have…read moregraduated! From start to finish, Green Beans has been nothing short of amazing. The staff is warm, professional, and truly committed to the children's growth and happiness. We've loved everything about our experience, convenient drop-off and pick-up, engaging learning programs, music, language development, and more. The fact that they provide healthy breakfasts, snacks, and lunches gave us so much peace of mind knowing our kids were well cared for every day. We are incredibly grateful for the positive impact Green Beans has had on our family and would highly recommend it to anyone seeking a nurturing, well-rounded preschool.

As a military family, life often comes with a lot of moving parts and uncertainty. When I retired…read morefrom the military and my wife continued on active duty, we found ourselves in a tough spot--waiting on a spot at the military daycare, unsure how long it would take. That's when we found Green Beans Preschool, and looking back now, I can honestly say it was one of the biggest blessings of this past year. From day one, Green Beans didn't just meet our needs--they exceeded them in every way. They welcomed us with open arms, showing an incredible level of adaptability and understanding for our unique situation. As a dad adjusting to a new chapter in life, it gave me such peace of mind to know that our child was in a place that felt more like a friend's home than an institution. The location, tucked in a quiet cul-de-sac, made drop-offs and pick-ups feel relaxed and personal. It was always so easy--no chaos, no stress--just a calm, friendly start and end to the day. Every time I left, I knew our little one was in the best hands possible. That kind of peace of mind is priceless. Louise, the owner, sets the tone for everything. She is incredibly organized, approachable, and down-to-earth. She's built something really special at Green Beans--a warm, family-like atmosphere filled with kindness, structure, and genuine care. The staff reflects her values in every interaction. Our child thrived there, and we saw firsthand how much love and effort goes into every part of their day. After more than a year on the military daycare waitlist, we finally got a spot--which brings our time at Green Beans to a close. It's a bittersweet goodbye. While we're grateful for the next step, we'll deeply miss the people and place that supported us so fully this past year. To Louise and the entire team at Green Beans: thank you. You've made a lasting impact on our family, and we'll always carry that with us.

The Vine Learning Center - childcare - Updated October 2026

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