Children's Creative & Performing Arts Academy
Preschool
Division
Flexible Schedules & Affordable Tuition
We understand that every family has a unique routine, so we offer flexible schedules to meet your needs:
Half-Day Programs (starting at $415/month) – ideal for children just starting
Three-Quarter Day Programs (starting at $480/month) – balanced learning and play
Full-Day Programs (starting at $495/month) – comprehensive care for working families
Preschool Curriculum Overview
Our Montessori preschool curriculum offers engaging, age-appropriate learning in Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Math, Botany, and Geography. Children explore the following core areas:
Practical Life
Pouring, transferring, and sorting activities
Dressing frames for buttoning, zipping, and snapping
Caring for plants and classroom materials
Folding and organizing materials
Sensorial
Sorting by color, shape, or texture
Sound and smell activities
Geometric shape puzzles and tactile exploration
Language
Sandpaper letters for tracing and recognition
Phonetic sound games and early writing exercises
Storytelling, reading aloud, and vocabulary-building activities
Mathematics
Counting beads, rods, and number puzzles
Patterning, sorting, and sequencing games
Simple addition/subtraction with tactile objects
Botany & Geography
Planting and caring for seeds and classroom gardens
Observing leaves, flowers, and fruits
Puzzle maps, globes, and cultural exploration
Art & Music
Finger painting, clay modeling, and creative projects
Singing, rhythm instruments, and movement activities
Through these hands-on activities, children develop critical thinking, problem-solving, early math, and literacy skills. Our preschool classroom is designed to foster independence, curiosity, and confidence through real-world, tactile experiences in a safe, supportive setting.
Montessori Preschool in San Diego | Ages 2.5–5
Whole-Child Development & Kindergarten Readiness for Ages 2.5+
At CCPAA’s Montessori Preschool in San Diego, we provide a nurturing, hands-on learning environment for children ages 2.5 to 5 years old. All classrooms maintain a low student-to-teacher ratio of no more than 1:12, ensuring personalized attention from our experienced teachers. Our comprehensive Montessori-based curriculum supports the development of the whole child—physically, socially, emotionally, and intellectually—laying a strong foundation for kindergarten readiness and lifelong success in school and beyond.
Enroll Now – Schedule a Tour of Our Preschool Program Today
Give your child the best start in a nurturing, hands-on learning environment designed for ages 2.5 and up. Our Montessori-inspired program supports early childhood development across academic, social, emotional, and physical areas, helping children build confidence, independence, and school readiness. Families from North Park, Normal Heights, Hillcrest, Clairemont, La Mesa and beyond trust CCPAA for our proven Montessori curriculum and caring, certified teachers. Serving San Diego families since 1981, we provide small class sizes and personalized attention in a safe, stimulating setting. Come see why CCPAA is one of the best Montessori preschools in San Diego—schedule a tour today or call 619-584-2454 to discover how your child can thrive in our program.
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