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Garden Day School

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

3815 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92058

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
6
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
7/23/2025
Total visits
5

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

Garden Day School Preschool is a child-friendly environment serving children ages 6 weeks to 10 years old. The school incorporates learning with fun activities while emphasizing individuality and whole child development.

Philosophy
We strongly encourage individuality as we develop the 'whole' child. Garden Day School Preschool focuses its curriculum on the changing needs of our community, recognizing many cultures shared in our community. We strive to meet national credentials as set forth by the National Academy for Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Our curriculum will include but is not limited to growth in all areas of physical, emotional, social and cognitive learning.
Ages served
6 weeks to 10 years old
Hours
Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Programs

  • •Infants
  • •Toddlers
  • •Preschool and School Age
  • •Kindergarten Fitness
  • •After School Tutoring

Highlights

  • ✓NAEYC-aligned curriculum
  • ✓Culturally inclusive community
  • ✓Flexible child care options
  • ✓Occasional Parents Night Out events

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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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