All Saints’ Day School
- 8060 Carmel Valley Road
- Carmel, CA 93923
- 831-624-9171 (ext. 12)
The All Saints’ preschool program is designed to provide young learners with a joyful introduction to a true academic environment. Their Early Childhood program is integrated into a comprehensive educational program focusing solely on students in Preschool through 8th Grade. The curriculum is student-driven, incorporates purposeful play, and uses diverse educational methodologies to create a dynamic learning environment ideally suited to the early childhood age group.
Hearts & Hands Christian Childcare & Preschool
- 345 E Alvin Dr,
- Salinas, CA 93906
- 831-449-7536
Hearts & Hands Christian Childcare and Preschool award-winning center provide small class sizes, strong academics, secure outdoor play, and free potty training. Hearts & Hands provides high-quality care that is accessible and affordable to all families. To schedule a tour, visit www.hhpreschool.com.
Junipero Serra Preschool
- 3090 Rio Road,
- Carmel, CA 93921
- 831-624-8322
Located on the grounds of the Carmel Mission, the Junipero Serra Preschool is fully certified by the State of California and provides a joyful learning experience for children ages 3 years, 9 months, through 5 years old. JSS offers an environment where every child feels at home in a loving, nurturing, sensory-filled atmosphere designed to develop the whole child. The small learning environment of the JSS preschool allows each student to thrive by receiving the time and attention of both a teacher and a teacher’s aide. As our youngest students prepare for reading readiness, the teachers make learning fun and exciting.
Monterey Bay Christian Preschool
- 1184 Hilby Avenue,
- Seaside, CA 93955
- 831-899-2060
Monterey Bay Christian Preschool is the first step of our larger PK-12 programs, offering Christian families the opportunity to partner together as we develop of Biblical worldview for each unique child. We strive to be academically excellent, and also to remain as financially affordable as possible. Starting from toddler years, and spanning through transitional kindergarten curriculum, we offer a dynamic day full of exploration, play, development, and loving care by qualified staff.
The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District’s Early Ed Program
- Marina | 831-384-0255
- Seaside | 831-392-3456
The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District’s Early Education Program offers a seamless transition from preschool to kindergarten. Our programs in Marina and Seaside feature social and emotional skill building, readiness skills for transitional kindergarten and kindergarten, language development, multicultural education, and music/arts/crafts. We accept children that turn age 3 on the day of enrollment.
Monterey Recreation Preschool Program
- Casanova Oak Knoll Park Center
- 735 Ramona Avenue, Monterey
- 831-646-5665
- Hilltop Park Center
- 871 Jessie Street, Monterey
- 831-646-3975
- Monterey Youth Center
- 777 Pearl Street, Monterey
- 831-646-3873
The pre-kindergarten program is structured around the concept of learning through play. Children acquire the knowledge and social skills necessary to ensure a successful transition into elementary school.
Pacific Grove Adult Education Child Development Center Extended Day Preschool Programs
- 1025 Lighthouse Ave.,
- Pacific Grove CA 93950,
- 831-646-6623
At the Pacific Grove Adult School, an Extended Day Preschool Program designed for children ages 18 months – 5 years is available. This program is state licensed and has been approved as a Quality Matters program through the Monterey County Office of Education (MCOE). The program was designed to encourage and facilitate growth in all areas of development, including but not limited to social, physical, intellectual, cognitive and emotional development. The highly trained and qualified staff strive to provide the highest quality care and encourage the children to explore and create daily.
Pacific Grove Adult Education Co-Op Preschool Program
- 1025 Lighthouse Ave.
- Pacific Grove CA 93950, 831-646-6623
Pacific Grove Adult Education has a parent participation preschool program for children 3 years and potty trained to kindergarten entry. All programs for preschool build on skills outlined in the California Preschool foundations. Children explore learning opportunities through song, movement, and dramatic play. The Dual Language Spanish preschool embeds Spanish into daily lessons, where children acquire second language skills through games, movement, and thematic play. Part-time morning and afternoon classes offered.
Sacred Heart Preschool
- 135 West Market Street,
- Salinas, CA 93901
- 831-771-1324
The preschool serves students from ages three to five. The school’s vision includes instruction that far exceeds basic standards as it provides a loving and nurturing environment in which children have the opportunity to explore and learn at a pace that is in line with their social and emotional development. Additionally, the curriculum includes standard instruction in family and moral values.
Santa Catalina
- 1500 Mark Thomas Drive
- Monterey CA 93940
- 831-655-9351
Santa Catalina is a coed, independent, Catholic day school for students in PreKindergarten through eighth grade. With innovative teaching methods, energetic teachers, and a strong emphasis on arts and hands-on learning, the academic program inspires and encourages students and fosters a love of learning that stays with students long after they leave.
Serendipity Preschool
- 1231 Seventh Street,
- Monterey, CA 93940
- 831-375-9743
Serendipity Preschool was established in 1981. It was founded by a mother and daughter team who had a dream to educate and prepare young children in an environment rich in art, music, science, and history. Serendipity offers a high-quality program with age-appropriate activities that develop good reading and math readiness skills and thematic units rich in music, art, science, and history. Serendipity offers a stimulating learning environment that provides materials, experiences, guidance, and encouragement that help child to become curious explorers of their world.
The Sonshine ChildDevelopment Center
- 1491 Contra Costa Street,
- Seaside, CA 93955
- 831-899-4911
The Sonshine Child Development Center is a state preschool operated by The Salvation Army Monterey Peninsula Corps. It is recognized as the lowest private pay preschool on the Peninsula and is authorized to serve 100 pre-kindergarten students. The flexible hours are attractive to working parents and can accommodate student siblings with after-school programs. Licensed MFT and Speech Therapy is included.
Stevenson School
- 24800 Dolores Street,
- Carmel, CA 93921
- 831-574-4607
In the Pre-Kindergarten (PK) classroom a trusting and caring relationship is developed between the teacher and child by providing a safe, loving, and happy place to join the school community. The goal is to foster cooperation and empathy along with self-confidence and self-control. The program promotes a learning environment that encourages individuals to thrive and realize developmental and academic milestones. The curriculum prioritizes process over product, and play is valued as an important part of that process.
Tiny Tot University Preschool
- 986 Hilby Avenue,
- Seaside, CA 93955
- 831-899-6808
Tiny Tot University Preschool is a preschool program for children three to five years old. The program helps your child develop in a fun and creative way. Tiny Tot’s staff facilitates student-led problem-solving. The program includes movement, exploration, singing, stories, construction, painting, drawing, unit block work, writing, small group activities, finger plays, crafts, games, and a wide range of learning activities.