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St. Columba Preschool

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

3365 Glencolum Drive, San Diego, CA 92123

Visit website ↗(858) 279-0161Directions ↗Licensed for 60
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
7/16/2025
Total visits
5

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

St. Columba Preschool is a faith-based program offering child-centered education based on Gospel values with an integrated curriculum approach. The school provides morning, full-day, and extended-day program options.

Philosophy
St. Columba Preschool is a faith community of children, parents, and teachers working together to provide parochial education in the Catholic tradition. The mission is to provide high-quality education based on an integrated curriculum approach. Values encouraged in the classroom setting are derived from the Gospel. By providing a caring, nurturing environment, the school seeks to teach children about God's love for them and their love for God. A sense of spirituality and a respect for themselves and others is fostered through unique classroom learning experiences.
Hours
Morning Program (7:30am-11:30am), Full Day Program (7:30am-3:00pm), Extended Day Program (7:30am-5:00pm)
Religious
Catholic

Programs

  • •Morning Program
  • •Full Day Program
  • •Extended Day Program

Highlights

  • ✓Integrated curriculum with art, science, math, literature, language arts, music, dance, and movement
  • ✓Emphasis on kindergarten readiness
  • ✓Religious curriculum integrated with hands-on developmental program based on weekly themes
  • ✓Whole child development approach including spiritual, emotional, social, physical, and cognitive growth

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