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Pacifica Playschool

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

630 Hickey Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
3
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
2/14/2025
Total visits
6

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

Pacifica Playschool provides educational care to children ages 2-5 with full-day, half-day, and kindergarten readiness programs. The family-owned preschool, founded in 1959, offers a curriculum focused on emotional, social, physical, and intellectual development through playful learning experiences.

Philosophy
Our caring and qualified teachers have crafted a curriculum that develops emotional, social, physical and intellectual skills necessary for your child's future education. Your child will be taught in a welcoming classroom setting and enjoy a variety of activities.
Ages served
2-5 years
Hours
M-F: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Outdoor
Activities include both indoor and outdoor play, nature, music, drama, arts, literature, science, and dramatic play.

Programs

  • •Full-day programs
  • •Half-day programs
  • •Kindergarten readiness programs

Highlights

  • ✓Family-owned and operated since 1959
  • ✓Qualified teachers
  • ✓Playful learning experience
  • ✓Variety of activities including music, drama, arts, science, and nature

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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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