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Lauderbach State Preschool

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

390 Palomar Street, Chula Vista, CA 91911

Visit website ↗(619) 425-9600Directions ↗Licensed for 48
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Licensing & safety record

✓ Clean licensing record

No citations or complaint visits on file with state licensing as of 2025-09-29. Last licensing visit: 4/11/2025 (2 total).

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Lauderbach State Preschool is part of the Chula Vista Elementary School District's free, high-quality preschool program for families within district boundaries who meet income eligibility guidelines. The program is grounded in the core pillars of Love, Talk, and Play, emphasizing nurturing relationships, language development, and play-based learning.

Philosophy
Core pillars of Love (strong, nurturing relationships where children feel safe and valued), Talk (rich conversations supporting language development and curiosity), and Play (hands-on, joyful, play-based exploration and discovery). The program supports the whole child and creates inclusive environments for children with varying abilities.
Ages served
Ages three to six
Outdoor
Not stated
Meals
Not stated

Programs

  • •Pre-K On My Way curriculum
  • •Parent Implementation Program (PIP) using Incredible Years curriculum
  • •Social-emotional learning

Highlights

  • ✓Free preschool for eligible families
  • ✓1:8 adult-to-child ratio with college-educated teachers holding Child Development Permits
  • ✓Research-based curriculum following California Preschool Learning Foundations
  • ✓Free Parent Implementation Program for families with children ages 3-6 experiencing behavioral challenges

Not stated on their website: Tuition amount, Daily hours of operation, Outdoor play facilities, Meals and snacks provided, Transportation, Specific enrollment dates for this school year. Ask the preschool directly.

Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 24, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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