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Chai Preschool & Infant Center

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Ages
Infants (0–2 yrs)
Teacher ratio
1:4 (CA min)

16934 Chabad Way, Poway, CA 92064

Visit website ↗(858) 451-0455Directions ↗Licensed for 27
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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: 9/2/2025 (2 total).

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

About this preschool

Chai Preschool & Infant Center offers early childhood learning for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old, combining academics, social skills, and play-based learning. The center features low teacher-to-student ratios, certified teachers, and extended care options.

Philosophy
To develop and instill a love for learning as the foundation of children's educational careers through music/movement and a curriculum that brings language and science together, while prioritizing each child's happiness, well-being, and secure relationships.
Ages served
6 weeks to 5 years old
Hours
Core program: 8:00 am-3:00 pm; Extended AM care: 7:30 am-8:00 am; Extended PM care: 3:00 pm-5:30 pm
Outdoor
Play-based curriculum with lots of outdoor learning
Religious
Jewish

Programs

  • •Infant care
  • •Preschool
  • •Drop-in childcare (partnership with BUMO)

Highlights

  • ✓Low class ratios and certified teachers
  • ✓Secure facility with safety focus
  • ✓Social skills program
  • ✓Daily photos and videos shared with parents

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Meals/snacks, Specific teacher-to-student ratios, Curriculum details beyond music, movement, language, and science. 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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