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Hanna Fenichel Center For Child Development, The

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

336-340 North Acacia Avenue, Solana Beach, CA 92075

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Licensing & safety record

✓ Clean licensing record

No citations or complaint visits on file with state licensing as of 2025-09-29. Last licensing visit: 9/22/2022 (1 total).

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Founded in 1975, the Hanna Fenichel Center is a Reggio-inspired child development center serving children ages 12 months to 5 years. The center emphasizes play-based learning, social interactions, and project-based investigations through nature-based learning spaces including a signature Garden Classroom.

Philosophy
Play-based learning as a vital conduit for children to construct their own understanding of the world. The educational philosophy is deeply influenced by the Reggio Emilia approach, emphasizing the interconnectedness of social, emotional, intellectual, creative, and physical development. Children are perceived as active protagonists in their educational journey, with educators facilitating exploration of children's innate curiosities.
Ages served
12 months to 5 years
Outdoor
Nature-based learning spaces including a signature Garden Classroom

Programs

  • •Reggio-inspired child development programs

Highlights

  • ✓Play-based learning approach
  • ✓Garden Classroom
  • ✓Reggio Emilia-influenced philosophy
  • ✓Nature-based learning spaces

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