Palomar Community College Ece Lab School

The Early Childhood Education Lab School consists of two sites serving infants (12-24 months) and children ages 2-5 years, with services available to children of Palomar College students, faculty, staff, and community families. Teaching staff are trained Child Development Specialists who follow developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum based on research by Jean Piaget and other experts.

Philosophy

The program believes that children of this age need to be active in their learning environment, experiencing the world through hands-on, concrete sensory experiences. Growth takes place in orderly sequences, and the development of the whole child depends on appropriate physical, mental, and social nourishment from home, school, and community. Play, both formal and organized, is significant to intellectual growth.

Ages served

Infants 12-24 months; children ages 2-5 years (San Marcos); children ages 2.9-5 years (Escondido)

Not stated on their website: Hours, Tuition, Teacher-to-child ratio, Meals/snacks, Outdoor play space, Holidays/calendar. 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.