La Costa Valley Preschool & Kindergarten Photo #1 - At La Costa Valley Preschool and Kindergarten we encourage arts and expression as part of our whole child approach to learning. Our kids enjoy participating in performances designed to encourage expression and build confidence in communication.

La Costa Valley Preschool & Kindergarten

At La Costa Valley Preschool, our mission is to provide a nurturing, safe, enriching environment for children as we seek to foster their inborn sense of wonder as they explore, create, make friends and conquer the many academic tasks before them.
We believe the foundation for learning includes the total development of the child.
We see to provide instruction which is age appropriate and meets the social, emotional, physical and intellectual needs of each child.
Our programs are carefully designed to enlarge the child's repertoire of knowledge and skill, increase self-confidence and to promote curiosity and initiative.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 34 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Year Founded
1990
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
34 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
La Costa Valley Preschool & Kindergarten Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student : Teacher Ratio
34:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Carole Maloof
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for La Costa Valley Preschool & Kindergarten?
The application deadline for La Costa Valley Preschool & Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 34 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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