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Ryan Family YMCA Preschool

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

4425 Valeta Street, San Diego, CA 92107

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
4/17/2025
Total visits
9

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

Ryan Family YMCA Preschool is a state-licensed program serving ages 18 months to 5 years in a play-based environment that supports cognitive, physical, emotional, and social growth. The program runs year-round August to August, five days per week, with full-time and part-time options.

Philosophy
Dedicated to strengthening families and nurturing children's potential through play-based learning activities and developmentally appropriate curriculum. Programs support development of social skills, Kindergarten readiness, physical activities, and YMCA core values of caring, responsibility, respect and honesty.
Ages served
18 months to 5 years
Hours
7:30am to 5:00pm, five days per week, year-round August to August
Outdoor
Dedicated playground space for toddlers

Programs

  • •Toddler Care (ages 18 months to 3 years)
  • •Preschool Care (ages 2 to 5 years)
  • •Swim programming (April-September)
  • •Sports programming (October-March)

Highlights

  • ✓Staff background cleared and trained in CPR, First Aid, and Child Abuse Prevention
  • ✓Enrichment programs included: six months of swim and six months of sports
  • ✓Financial assistance available; accepts third-party subsidies
  • ✓Priority registration for currently enrolled families

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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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