Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
San Carlos KinderCare
About the School
- The staff at San Carlos KinderCare is a great a team.
- Children are number one to the team.
- The teams of teachers work together to make sure all children are safe, happy and excited to be at school.
- All of our teachers have a vast background in early childhood development.
- Our goal is to help children grow and find themselves through education.
- Please come visit and see how we can make you smile about your child’s education today.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1979
Student Body
Total Students
110 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- San Carlos KinderCare is situated just across from Cowles Mountain near the beautiful Mission Trails park. The center is large facility with a generous amount of outdoor playspace. Children from six weeks to twelve years buzz with excitement as they enter the building and look forward to another day of learning. The environment is friendly and inviting as children, parents and staff interact with one another. We look forward to meeting your family and welcoming you and your child.
- Here at San Carlos KinderCare the Health and Safety of the children is of utmost importance. We have guidelines in place to ensure that we provide a safe and clean environment; from Child Supervision Records to our Clean Concepts program our teachers have all the necessary training and tools to keep the children in their care safe. Our menu options are not only delicious, but also adhere to guidelines for child nutrition. We are happy to guide parents toward resources on health and safety, many of which can be seen prominently displayed on the health and safety board located in our lobby.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: Spanish
- Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 Years
- Child Development Associates, CCA, CalWorks, Children's Home Society and most state programs - Refer Parents to: http://www.chs-ca.org/cca.html for information on how to enroll
- 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), Private Kindergarten Programs (5–6 Years), Before and After School Programs (5–12 Years), Summer Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for San Carlos KinderCare?
The application deadline for San Carlos KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is San Carlos KinderCare located?
San Carlos KinderCare is located in the San Carlos neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in San Carlos.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to San Carlos KinderCare is Sierra School Of San Diego (1.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is San Carlos United Methodist Pr (0.7 miles away)
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Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: NS-K | 105 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
6554 Cowles Mountain Blvd
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 464-4335
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: 2-12 | 94 students
Special Education School
6460 Boulder Lake Ave
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 460-5090
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: K | 10 students
Daycare / Preschool
5565 Lake Park Wy
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 460-0310
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: K-8 | 290 students
Catholic
2766 Navajo Rd
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 466-0055
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: NS | 73 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Daycare / Preschool
5358 Jackson dr
La Mesa, CA 91942
(310) 913-0466
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: 2-12 | 94 students
Special Education School
6460 Boulder Lake Ave
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 460-5090
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 265 students
Sports: 9
Christian
2321 Dryden Rd
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 303-8035
Distance: 2.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 73 students
8360 Lemon Ave
San Diego, CA 91941
(619) 251-0056
Distance: 4.2 mi
Gr: 8-12 | 9 students
Special Education School
3434 Grove St
Lemon Grove, CA 91945
(619) 797-1090
Distance: 5.0 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 304 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 4
Montessori School
3547 Altadena Ave.
San Diego, CA 92105
(619) 280-8016
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: 2-12 | 94 students
Special Education School
6460 Boulder Lake Ave
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 460-5090
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: K-8 | 290 students
Catholic
2766 Navajo Rd
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 466-0055
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: K-8 | 60 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 4
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
9191 Fletcher Pkwy
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 469-9443
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 153 students
Extracurriculars: 6
5955 Severin Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 243-1400
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 218 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 7
Catholic
7708 El Cajon Blvd
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 466-3241
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: NS-K | 105 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
6554 Cowles Mountain Blvd
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 464-4335
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: K | 10 students
Daycare / Preschool
5565 Lake Park Wy
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 460-0310
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: NS | 73 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Daycare / Preschool
5358 Jackson dr
La Mesa, CA 91942
(310) 913-0466
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: PK-K | 30 students
Montessori School
5173 Guava Ave
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 698-2903
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 153 students
Extracurriculars: 6
5955 Severin Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 243-1400
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Miles
Quick Facts
Green Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7030 Wandermere Pl.
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 510-4200
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 510-4200
0.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 493 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Benchley/weinberger Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6269 Twin Lake Dr.
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 344-4000
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 344-4000
0.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 560 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Dailard Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6425 Cibola Rd.
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 860-5900
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 860-5900
0.9 miles
Gr: K-5 | 567 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Henry High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6702 Wandermere Dr.
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 286-7700
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 286-7700
0.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 2,485 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Pershing Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8204 San Carlos Dr.
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 362-3550
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 362-3550
1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 980 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
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