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Aspen Leaf Preschool

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

3111 30th Street, San Diego, CA 92104

Visit website ↗(619) 285-0767Directions ↗Licensed for 41
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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: 3/14/2023 (5 total).

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 learning in engaging classrooms. The school serves infants through school-aged children with a focus on positive discipline, nature exploration, and hands-on learning.

Philosophy
Play-based learning with open-ended exploration, Reggio Emilia approach, positive discipline using redirection and reinforcement rather than discouragement, calm and home-like atmosphere promoting independence and hands-on learning
Ages served
Infants (3-36 months), toddlers, preschool-aged children, kindergarten, and school-aged children (grades K-4 for aftercare)
Outdoor
Multiple outdoor play areas with natural playgrounds at various locations; nature-based learning and exploration

Programs

  • •Play-based preschool
  • •Forest School Kindergarten
  • •Infant and toddler care
  • •After school care for grades K-4
  • •Summer camp for ages 5-10 focusing on nature exploration

Highlights

  • ✓Multiple San Diego locations (Hillcrest, Downtown, North Park, University Heights)
  • ✓Reggio Emilia-inspired classrooms
  • ✓Small class sizes (Forest School Kindergarten has 12 students with 2 teachers)
  • ✓Nature-based education and outdoor exploration

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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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