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Mckinney Family YMCA La Jolla Preschool

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

8355 Cliffridge Avenue, La Jolla, CA 92037

Visit website ↗(858) 453-3483Directions ↗Licensed for 96
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
2/7/2024
Total visits
4

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 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Dan McKinney Family YMCA Preschool is a licensed preschool offering full-day and half-day care for children ages 2-5 years. The program uses developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum to support cognitive, physical, emotional and social growth while introducing YMCA core values.

Philosophy
Designed to support the growth and success of children cognitively, physically, emotionally and socially using developmentally appropriate materials, curriculum and activities in a play based environment. Children learn social skills, Kindergarten readiness skills and engage in physical activities while learning helpfulness and kindness as an introduction to the four core values of the YMCA: caring, responsibility, respect and honesty.
Ages served
2-5 years
Hours
Monday-Friday, year-round. Full Day: 8:00am – 5:30pm. Half Day: 8:30am – 12:30pm
Outdoor
Physical activities included

Programs

  • •Full Day (2 years)
  • •Full Day (3-5 years)
  • •Half Day (2-5 years)

Highlights

  • ✓Licensed preschool with experienced, background-cleared staff trained in CPR, First Aid and Child Abuse Prevention
  • ✓Play-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum
  • ✓Children in diapers accepted
  • ✓Year-round operation with full-day and half-day options

Not stated on their website: Meals/snacks provided, Outdoor play facilities or outdoor space details, Teacher-child ratio, Specific curriculum or educational approach name. 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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