The quality staff and their positive outlook on the education of children make this center shine above all others. Stop in for a tour and see the difference.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
35 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student : Teacher Ratio
35:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Welcome to El Cajon KinderCare. We are very excited to meet with
you and your family. We believe in developing the whole child with
an emphasis on assisting with eachchild's developmental
growth, socialy, emotionaly, cognitively and physicaly. As you walk
through the classrooms, you will notice engaged teachers and a
stimulating learning environment.Each teacher is
committedtocultiviatingthe love oflearning
in the heartsof every child that they serve.
Thank you for including us in your child's growing years. - We have a keypad entry.Alicia Jenkinis the Health and Safety Coordinator for our building and oversees any health and safety concerns. Every door has alarms when opening and shutting. We also have a monthly fire drill, and earthquake drill. We have a strict medication policy and make sure that all chemicals and cleaning supplies are locked up away from our children. Sanitation is a word we know best.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: Arabic, Spanish
- Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 Years
- County of San Diego, CDA, YMCA and NACCRRA
- Infant Programs (6 Weeks – 1 Year), Toddler Programs (1 – 2 Years), Discovery Preschool Programs (2 – 3 Years), Preschool Programs (3 – 4 Years), Prekindergarten Programs (4 – 5 Years), Before and After School Programs (5–12 Years), Summer Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Successful students who attended KinderCare and now contribute to society positively -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are El Cajon KinderCare often compared to?
El Cajon KinderCare is often viewed alongside schools like Holy Trinity Elementary School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from El Cajon KinderCare?
El Cajon KinderCare famous alumni include: Successful students who attended KinderCare and now contribute to society positively.
When is the application deadline for El Cajon KinderCare?
The application deadline for El Cajon KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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