San Carlos United Methodist Preschool offers a high quality, safe nurturing environment for children.
Our highly trained staff provides for the social, emotional, physical and intellectual development of the students.
We believe that children learn by doing; therefore, we provide opportunities for learning and growth through hands-on experience.
Preschool classes provide a balance of activities both indoors and on the playground.
Activities include: Literature/language, math, science, creative art, dramatic play and tactile and manipulative activities.
Each preschool day includes circle/group time, snack and playground time.
The daily activities are based on a developmental learning philosophy.
The staff is trained and experienced in early childhood education and exceed the Preschool requirements of the State of California.
Staff participate regularly in workshops to broaden and enhance their effectiveness and knowledge in the field of early child education.
All staff members are certified in CPR and First Aid.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 198 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 Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
198 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for San Carlos United Methodist Pr?
The application deadline for San Carlos United Methodist Pr is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is San Carlos United Methodist Pr located?
San Carlos United Methodist Pr is located in the San Carlos neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in San Carlos.
Nearby 17³Ô¹Ïs
The nearest high school and elementary school to San Carlos United Methodist Pr is Sierra School Of San Diego (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is San Carlos KinderCare (0.7 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Sierra School Of San Diego
Special Education School
Grades: 2-12 | 94 students 0.5 miles 6460 Boulder Lake Ave
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 460-5090
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 460-5090
0.5
2-12
94
San Carlos KinderCare![San Carlos KinderCare Photo - San Carlos KinderCare]( "San Carlos KinderCare Photo - San Carlos KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: NS-PK | 110 students 0.7 miles 7007 Golfcrest Dr.
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 461-5771
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 461-5771
0.7
NS-PK
110
Our Lady Of Grace Elementary School
(Catholic)
Grades: K-8 | 290 students 1.4 miles 2766 Navajo Rd
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 466-0055
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 466-0055
1.4
K-8
290
Childtime Childrens Centers
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: K | 10 students 1.5 miles 5565 Lake Park Wy
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 460-0310
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 460-0310
1.5
K
10
Grades: K-8 | 60 students 1.5 miles 9191 Fletcher Pkwy
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 469-9443
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 469-9443
1.5
K-8
60
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