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Children's Choice Academy

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

12464 Woodside Avenue, Lakeside, CA 92040

Visit website ↗(619) 561-8880Directions ↗Licensed for 45
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
6
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
7
Last visit
7/16/2025
Total visits
12

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

Children's Choice Academy is a family-owned preschool and child care center serving multiple locations in San Diego County with over 30 years of experience. The academy focuses on school readiness in beautiful learning environments with academic and enrichment programs.

Ages served
Preschool through school age (includes TK class)
Outdoor
Children play outdoors up to 2 hours every day in age-appropriate playgrounds with climbing structures, sand areas, and gardens

Programs

  • •Music, art, and dancing enrichment activities
  • •Library in every classroom for literacy development
  • •Transitional Kindergarten (TK) class

Highlights

  • ✓CPR-certified staff with vigilant supervision
  • ✓Parent app for daily photos, videos, and updates
  • ✓Free childcare available based on income guidelines
  • ✓Multiple locations in Lakeside, Chula Vista, Escondido, El Cajon, and Vista

Not stated on their website: Hours of operation, Meals provided, Teacher-student ratio, Tuition costs, Teacher qualifications beyond CPR certification. 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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