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Scripps Exploring Academy

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

9855 Erma Road, Suite 128, San Diego, CA 92131

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
3
Complaint visits
2
Last visit
10/29/2024
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

Scripps Exploring Academy is a preschool and daycare serving families in Scripps Ranch and Menifee, California, with a focus on developing the whole child through developmentally appropriate activities. The school has been providing early childhood education since 1979 with experienced educators and small group sizes.

Philosophy
Strives to develop the whole child through activities designed to stimulate and encourage children socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. Emphasizes personalized curriculum focused on the process and pleasure of discovery, a safe and nurturing environment, social development, and passionate educators. Mission is to provide comprehensive, collaborative, and fun early childhood education that builds strong foundations for lifelong learning, promotes curiosity, discovery, imagination, and critical thinking.

Programs

  • •Infants
  • •Toddlers
  • •Preschool

Highlights

  • ✓Serving families since 1979
  • ✓Small group sizes with age-appropriate programs
  • ✓Safe and nurturing environment with opportunities for exploration and discovery
  • ✓Experienced and caring educators

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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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