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Aspen Leaf Nursery

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

3111 30th Street, San Diego, CA 92104

Visit website ↗(619) 285-0767Directions ↗Licensed for 6
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
0
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
3/17/2023
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

Aspen Leaf Preschool is San Diego's premier local preschool with multiple locations offering play-based, Reggio Emilia-inspired learning. The school serves infants through school-age children with classrooms designed to promote cooperative play, exploration, and hands-on learning.

Philosophy
Play-based learning with Reggio Emilia approach; positive discipline using redirection and reinforcement rather than negative language; calm, home-like atmosphere promoting independence and hands-on exploration through learning centers.
Ages served
Infants (3-36 months), toddlers, preschool, kindergarten, and school-aged children (grades K-4)
Outdoor
Natural playgrounds; outdoor play areas; Forest School Kindergarten with daily nature exploration

Programs

  • •Preschool
  • •Infant and toddler care
  • •Forest School Kindergarten (nature-based)
  • •After-school care (grades K-4)
  • •Summer camp (ages 5-10, nature exploration focus)

Highlights

  • ✓Multiple locations in San Diego (Hillcrest, Downtown, North Park, University Heights)
  • ✓Reggio Emilia-inspired classrooms with learning centers
  • ✓Small class sizes (Forest School Kindergarten has 12 students with 2 teachers)
  • ✓Focus on social and emotional development

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Hours of operation, Teacher-student ratio, Meals/snacks, Specific age ranges for each program location. 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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