Kids By The Sea is a Reggio-Inspired and play based community preschool with locations in both Encinitas and Olivenhain.

Enrollment Inquiry

At Kids By The Sea, we believe children learn best when we engage their hearts and minds. We want them to leave Kids By The Sea with confidence in their abilities, a great love of learning, and an understanding of the process of asking questions, investigating topics deeply, and creating meaning. The main vehicles we use to promote this type of learning are Project Based Learning and Play.

Two Unique Locations

Olivenhain

Encinitas

Curriculum

Reggio-inspired, play-based, and project-based learning rooted in children’s interests

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One Shared Philosophy

Beliefs

Children are capable, curious, and competent; relationships are at the heart of all learning

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Learning Approach

Hands-on exploration, collaboration, inquiry, and meaningful experiences

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Teachers

Our teachers are knowledgeable, reflective, and deeply committed to building strong, trusting relationships with children and families

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Child-Centered. Play-Based. Reggio-Inspired.

Our program is designed for children two to five years of age. We offer a variety of programming options to meet the diverse needs of the families that we serve.

MORNING PROGRAM
8am–12:30pm

EXTENDED PROGRAM
8am–3:30pm

FULL DAY
8am–5:00pm

EARLY CARE
7:30am–8:00am

Our Food Program

School Lunch: When your kids come to Kids by the Sea Olivenhain, they will have a nurturing snack and a healthy lunch included.

Enrichment Classes: Cooking and education classes with our dedicated Chef and Parent & Me cooking classes for the whole family

Community Outreach: Partnerships with local farms, cultivating our own farm, and expanding housing options for teachers.

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Grateful for all the moments, big and small, on this earth, with my people. Wishing you a day where your heart is full of everything that brings you joy and that you are thankful for💕
Register NOW for this festive morning at the Kids by the Sea ‘Holiday Market & Community Gathering’. Saturday December 7th, 9:30 am to 12:30. Goods from books, art supplies, earrings, candles, skin care, baked goods, ornaments and mo
That time when your best friend accidentally bumped into another child while he was biking (the other child was totally fine- just a scraped knee), and your best friend started to cry because he felt so bad for hurting the other child- and he reached
Register NOW for this festive morning at the Kids by the Sea ‘Holiday Market & Community Gathering’. Saturday December 7th, 9:30 am to 12:30. Kiddos will be invited to craft and play while the parents and guests create time to connec
“Gratitude: the quality of being thankful, readiness to show appreciation for and return kindness.” We try to practice gratitude in ways both big and small every single day. Yet, it feels especially important this time of year. Gratitude
“Real hero’s don’t wear capes.” Pictured here is my grandfather at his promotion ceremony to full colonel. As my aunt says, “Happy Veterans Day to all who served AND all the families who served behind the scenes.”
There is nothing more delightful than watching that magic spark that occurs when a child is deeply immersed and totally in the flow of creation. In my mind, this spark is what we, as educators, have a duty to keep alive and protect- the sheer joy of
Save the date for a festive morning at the Kids by the Sea ‘Holiday Market & Community Gathering’. 🌲💫❤️Saturday December 7th, 9:30 am to 12:30. Kiddos will be invited to craft and play while the parents and guests create time to co
Enjoying and exploring the simple joys of the season using all the senses. The touch and texture of a pine cone. The smell of painting with pumpkin pie spice paint. The sight of multiple colors of flowers, leaves and pumpkin decor. Observing and
'When black cats prowl and pumpkins gleam, may you have a fun, festive and safe Happy Halloween' Love our @quackspaint window art #cutecostumes #happyhalloween🎃 #preschool