30 Preschools in El Cajon, California
Find the best preschools in El Cajon, California. Browse 30 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.
Best Preschools in El Cajon
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — preschools with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
- 1Foothills Christian Preschool4.56 score4.7(20)
315 West Bradley Avenue, El Cajon, CA · Capacity: 58 children
Note: The reviews provided are for Foothills Church, not the preschool program. Reviews praise the church's welcoming community, biblical teaching, and youth programs. Parents appreciate the supportive atmosphere and community involvement.
Welcoming staffstrong sense of communityBible-centered teachingyouth programs and events - 2Shadow Mountain Community Preschool4.56 score4.7(20)
2100 Greenfield Drive, El Cajon, CA · Capacity: 94 children
These reviews do not pertain to the daycare's services. All reviews discuss Shadow Mountain Community Church's worship services, Pastor David Jeremiah's preaching, and church hospitality rather than the preschool program itself.
No relevant daycare feedback provided - 3Lmsvsd - Fletcher Hills Preschool4.5 score5(5)
2330 Center Place, El Cajon, CA · Capacity: 24 children
Fletcher Hills Presbyterian Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the warm, caring staff and director Robin's exceptional leadership. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally in a bright, well-organized facility with strong community and family support.
Warm and caring staffexcellent director communicationbright and spacious facilitystructured learning program (phonics - 4Fletcher Hills Presbyterian Church Pre-School4.5 score5(5)
455 Church Way, El Cajon, CA · Capacity: 78 children
Fletcher Hills Presbyterian Church Pre-School in El Cajon receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and director Robin's leadership. Parents highlight the bright, spacious facility, strong academics, and supportive community environment that has served multiple generations of families.
Warm and caring staffexcellent director (Robin)bright and spacious facilitystrong academics (phonics - 5Fletcher Hills Presbyterian Preschool-School Age4.5 score5(5)
455 Church Way, El Cajon, CA · Capacity: 28 children
Parents consistently praise Fletcher Hills Presbyterian Preschool as an exceptional facility with warm, caring staff and strong leadership. Multiple families report significant positive experiences across multiple children, with appreciation for the structured learning environment, safe facilities, and sense of community.
Warm and caring staffexceptional director (Robin)bright and spacious facilitiesstructured curriculum (phonics - 6Ready Set Grow Preschool4.4 score4.5(20)
728 Pepper Drive, El Cajon, CA · Capacity: 49 children
Ready Set Grow Preschool in El Cajon receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the warm, caring staff, strong communication, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically and socially. The center is noted for its cleanliness, organized structure, convenient amenities, and healthy meal programs.
Warm and caring staffexcellent parent communication with daily updates and photosclea - 7St. John'S Evangelical Lutheran Church Preschool4.4 score4.6(10)
1430 Melody Lane, El Cajon, CA · Capacity: 44 children
St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from families. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality teachers, and strong sense of community among staff and church members. The facility is noted as a good preschool option with a pleasant outdoor space.
welcoming staff and pastorquality preschool teachersstrong community atmospherespiritual environment - 8Wisdomworks Christian Preschool4.29 score5(2)
450 N Pierce Street, El Cajon, CA · Capacity: 60 children
- 9Cajon Valley State Funded Preschool Program4.21 score4.3(11)
1609 East Madison, El Cajon, CA · Capacity: 24 children
Parents consistently praise the Cajon Valley Union School District's state-funded preschool program for its respectful, friendly staff and clean facilities. Reviewers highlight strong STEAM curriculum integration, excellent special education services, diverse learning opportunities, and robust parent communication tools. The program is described as well-organized and helpful.
Friendly and respectful staffclean facilitiesSTEAM curriculum and career-building opportunitiesdiversity - 10Taproot Montessori Preschool4.17 score5(1)
1431 E. Broadway, El Cajon, CA · Capacity: 60 children
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Preschools in El Cajon, California
El Cajon has 30 preschool programs designed to prepare children ages 3-5 for kindergarten. These programs focus on early literacy, social skills, and structured learning in a nurturing environment.
When choosing a preschool in El Cajon, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Fletcher Hills Presbyterian Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the warm, caring staff and director Robin's exceptional leadership. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally in a bright, well-organized facility with strong community and family support.
- Address
- 2330 Center Place, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 688-5820
Fletcher Hills Presbyterian Church Pre-School in El Cajon receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and director Robin's leadership. Parents highlight the bright, spacious facility, strong academics, and supportive community environment that has served multiple generations of families.
- Address
- 455 Church Way, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 466-3326
- Address
- 1431 E. Broadway, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 444-0131
Parents consistently praise Fletcher Hills Presbyterian Preschool as an exceptional facility with warm, caring staff and strong leadership. Multiple families report significant positive experiences across multiple children, with appreciation for the structured learning environment, safe facilities, and sense of community.
- Address
- 455 Church Way, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 466-3326
- Address
- 450 N Pierce Street, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 440-1044
Note: The reviews provided are for Foothills Church, not the preschool program. Reviews praise the church's welcoming community, biblical teaching, and youth programs. Parents appreciate the supportive atmosphere and community involvement.
- Address
- 315 West Bradley Avenue, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 442-7728
These reviews do not pertain to the daycare's services. All reviews discuss Shadow Mountain Community Church's worship services, Pastor David Jeremiah's preaching, and church hospitality rather than the preschool program itself.
- Address
- 2100 Greenfield Drive, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 590-1712
St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from families. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality teachers, and strong sense of community among staff and church members. The facility is noted as a good preschool option with a pleasant outdoor space.
- Address
- 1430 Melody Lane, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 749-2605
Ready Set Grow Preschool in El Cajon receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the warm, caring staff, strong communication, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically and socially. The center is noted for its cleanliness, organized structure, convenient amenities, and healthy meal programs.
- Address
- 728 Pepper Drive, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 448-4585
Parents consistently praise the Cajon Valley Union School District's state-funded preschool program for its respectful, friendly staff and clean facilities. Reviewers highlight strong STEAM curriculum integration, excellent special education services, diverse learning opportunities, and robust parent communication tools. The program is described as well-organized and helpful.
- Address
- 1609 East Madison, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 588-3146
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- 867 South Lincoln, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 444-0559
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- 651 S. Third Street, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 401-6380
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- 500 Farragut Circle, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 442-2044
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- 9863 Oakmont Terrace, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 588-3678
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- 1390 E. Broadway, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 401-6379
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- 1005 S Anza Street, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 588-3116
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- 2962 Jamul Drive, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 441-6150
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- 500 W. Madison Avenue, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 441-6149
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- 1145 Redwood Avenue, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 588-3075
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- 650 Greenfield Drive, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 588-3080
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- 1030 Naranca Avenue, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 588-3087
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- 14314 Rios Canyon Road, El Cajon, CA
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- (619) 588-3090
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- 195 E. Chase Ave, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 579-4823
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- 1500 E. Lexington Ave., El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 441-2803
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- 1251 Finch Street, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 590-2789
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Jamacha Preschool as a caring, nurturing environment with attentive staff. Multiple reviewers highlight the center's ability to support children's academic growth, emotional development, and individual needs, including special needs care. The director Lindsey and specific teachers like Ms. Bertha, Ms. Nidhal, and Ms. Eva receive frequent recognition for their dedication and compassion.
- Address
- 1470 Jamacha Road, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 588-5959
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- 1630 East Madison Avenue, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 777-9013
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- 12151 Calle Albara, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 588-3211
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- 1500 E. Lexington Ave, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 441-2803
- Address
- 1347 Camillo Court, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 440-3356
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