Creative Day Preschool & Academy offers a center based accelerated academic program for children 2yr-K.
Large Outdoor Area includes two large grass areas, three playgrounds, bike area and sand/water station.
Open M-F 6am-6pm Breakfast, lunch, and snack provided.
Weekly lessons such as piano, karate, dance & gymnastics are offered.
Toilet Training is available for children 2 and under.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,128
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Creative Day Preschool & Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1960
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
72 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
96%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform Optional
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$43 Half Day/$55 Full Day
$236 Weekly
$30 Week Toilet Training
$75 Registration Fee
$150 Kindergarten Registration Fee
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Piano
School Notes
- School Motto: Educating the Whole Child
- We offer an accelerated academic program for preschool students that inherently educates and respects each child uniquely and individually. Students benefit from a challenging curriculum and a variety of extra-curricular activities. Our purpose is to create a learning environment that will give our students a strong foundation for educational success.Our accelerated academic program was founded in 1960 and is designed to provide challenging, educational activities for children. It is our goal to give each student an opportunity to excel academically, socially, and emotionally. Caring and qualified teachers guide and motivate students to perform their best within and outside of the classroom.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Creative Day Preschool & Academy cost?
Creative Day Preschool & Academy's tuition is approximately $4,128 for private students.
What sports does Creative Day Preschool & Academy offer?
Creative Day Preschool & Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Dance, Gymnastics and Martial Arts.
When is the application deadline for Creative Day Preschool & Academy?
The application deadline for Creative Day Preschool & Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
Great school! I have 2 kids that have attended Creative day and they provide an excellent learning environment. It is a little on the expensive side but I think for their first years of school it was worth it. The teachers are approachable and have your child's best learning interest at hand.
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