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Kids By The Sea Olivehain

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

2240 Encinitas Blvd Ste H-K, Encinitas, CA 92024

Visit website ↗(760) 303-4186Directions ↗Licensed for 60
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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: 9/6/2023 (1 total).

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

About this preschool

Kids By The Sea is a play-based, Reggio-inspired preschool for children ages two to five with locations in Encinitas and Olivenhain. The program emphasizes project-based learning, outdoor exploration, and meaningful relationships in a community-centered environment.

Philosophy
Children are capable, curious, and competent; relationships are at the heart of all learning. We nurture the whole child through play, project-based learning, and meaningful time outdoors, helping children develop confidence in their abilities and a love of learning.
Ages served
2 to 5 years
Hours
Morning Program 8am–12:30pm, Extended Program 8am–3:30pm, Full Day 8am–5:00pm
Outdoor
Outdoor classroom with much of the day spent outside connecting with nature and each other

Programs

  • •Play-based learning
  • •Project-based learning
  • •Reggio-inspired curriculum
  • •Art
  • •Music
  • •Movement
  • •Cooking
  • •Gardening

Highlights

  • ✓Reggio-inspired, play-based, and project-based learning rooted in children's interests
  • ✓Extended outdoor time and outdoor classroom experiences
  • ✓Enrichment activities including art, music, cooking, and movement
  • ✓Community-centered environment with family events and strong relationships

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