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Pilgrim Day Care Center

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

2020 Chestnut Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Visit website ↗(760) 729-4464Directions ↗Licensed for 110
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
3
Complaint visits
6
Last visit
6/8/2023
Total visits
9

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2026-02-16). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Pilgrim Children's Center is a play-based preschool in Carlsbad serving children ages 0-2+ with a focus on developmentally appropriate practices and social/emotional curriculum. The school emphasizes outdoor learning, earth-friendly values, and offers flexible scheduling options.

Philosophy
Play-based school that focuses on developmentally appropriate practices with a social/emotional curriculum to provide a strong foundation for the school years ahead. We understand the importance of providing outdoor learning opportunities as well as teaching earth-friendly values.
Ages served
0-2 and up (Infant & Young Toddler, Toddlers, Preschool, Pre-K)
Outdoor
Outdoor learning opportunities; outdoor pavement and playground areas

Programs

  • •Infant & Young Toddler
  • •Toddlers (social-emotional development, self-help skills, language building)
  • •Preschool (social-emotional skills, communication, investigation skills, early school readiness)
  • •Pre-K (emergent writing, math, literacy, STEM)
  • •Date Nights (coming Spring 2026)

Highlights

  • ✓Carlsbad's neighborhood preschool for 50 years
  • ✓Flexible scheduling for working families and part-time needs
  • ✓Earth-friendly values integrated into curriculum
  • ✓Caring and supportive staff providing warm, welcoming environment

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Specific hours, Meals/snacks, Teacher-child ratio, Curriculum details for infant program. Ask the preschool directly.

Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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