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Copley-Price Family YMCA Preschool Child Care

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

4300 El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92105

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
3
2 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
4/21/2025
Total visits
24

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

Copley-Price Family YMCA Preschool provides nurturing full- and part-time care for ages 6 weeks to 5 years using a play-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum. The program runs year-round Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm.

Philosophy
Using developmentally appropriate materials, curriculum and activities in a play based environment, children are supported in learning social skills, Kindergarten readiness skills and engage in physical activities to learn helpfulness and kindness aligned with the YMCA's four core values: caring, responsibility, respect and honesty.
Ages served
6 weeks to 5 years
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Programs

  • •Infant care (6 weeks - 18 months)
  • •Toddler classroom (18 months - 2 years)
  • •Preschool (2-5 years)

Highlights

  • ✓Licensed by the state of California
  • ✓Staff background cleared and trained in CPR, First Aid and Child Abuse Prevention
  • ✓Accepts third-party subsidies and offers financial assistance
  • ✓Year-round program running August to August

Not stated on their website: Specific outdoor activities or facilities, Meal and snack details, Teacher-student ratio, Specific curriculum materials used. 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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