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Welcome to Coastal Gan Preschool
A Play-Based, Jewish-Inspired Preschool in Encinitas, CA Now enrolling children ages 6 months to 5 years old
Pre-RegisterWhy Families Choose Coastal Gan
We partner with families to nurture each child’s unique path, honoring curiosity, independence, and joyful discovery in a safe, loving community.
Small Group, Big Heart
We intentionally keep our program small to offer personalized care and maintain a low teacher-to-child ratio. Each child is seen, heard, and celebrated.
Mixed-Age Environment
Our family-style setup mirrors real life—where younger children learn from older ones and older children grow as leaders. It fosters empathy, collaboration, and confidence.
Respectful, Responsive Care
Infants are fed in arms, rocked to sleep, and cared for on their own rhythms. Toddlers and preschoolers are supported with potty training at your pace and your method.
Jewish Values & Traditions
Children experience Jewish life through hands-on exploration, storytelling, blessings, Hebrew language, and community celebrations. We warmly welcome families from all backgrounds.
Home-Cooked, Nutritious Meals
We serve three healthy, label-conscious, home-cooked meals daily: breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack. We’re happy to accommodate dietary needs.
Screen-Free, Pressure-Free
No worksheets, no screens. All learning is joyfully self-chosen and deeply meaningful
Summer Camp Options
Let your child enjoy a summer of connection, creativity, and wonder in a safe and loving environment.
We Accept Subsidies
We accept CDA, YMCA, and military childcare assistance to help make high-quality care accessible.
Cloth Diapering? Absolutely.
We’re proud to support cloth diapering and work in partnership with each family’s preferences.
Where Childhood is Respected, and Learning is Magical
At Coastal Gan Preschool, we believe that childhood should be filled with wonder, discovery, and deep connection. Nestled in the heart of Encinitas, California, our Jewish, play-based preschool and infant-toddler daycare provides a nurturing, safe, and inspiring environment where children learn and grow at their own pace.
Our mixed-age program is designed for children ages 6 months to 5 years, blending the warmth of a home environment with the quality of a high-end early childhood center. We follow a child-led, RIE-inspired approach that values autonomy, outdoor exploration, and the powerful learning that comes through play.
Our mixed-age program is designed for children ages 6 months to 5 years, blending the warmth of a home environment with the quality of a high-end early childhood center. We follow a child-led, RIE-inspired approach that values autonomy, outdoor exploration, and the powerful learning that comes through play.
Our Philosophy
We Believe:
Children learn through play
Children are inherently curious
Children deserve a safe and enriching environment
Children should feel heard and valued
Every child is a full and complete human being, deserving of respect, dignity, and kindness
Every child deserves the opportunity to receive a quality education
Our Mission is:
To care for and educate children in a stimulating, safe and loving environment
To fill each child’s day with creative learning experiences, enriched with Jewish values and traditions
To encourage the physical, intellectual, and emotional growth of each child
To view each child as an individual and give him/her the necessary respect and attention needed to develop and grow
Get Started With Our School
Meet Our Team
A family-run preschool led by loving, certified teachers who are CPR-trained, nurturing, and committed to caring for your child like one of our own.
Fill Out Forms
Tell us about your family and start your Coastal Gan journey with our quick and easy form to express your interest and get connected!
Explore Our Curriculum
Discover how we nurture curiosity, creativity, and confidence through play-based learning and meaningful Jewish traditions.
What Parents Say
This is very warm, family running, Montessori style preschool. All kids cherished, loved, and all get what they need to grow healthy, strong and happy.
EM
All 3 of our kids have loved coming to Coastal Gan! Highly Recommend!
MK
Qué gran suerte haber encontrado a coastal gan!!!. fueron un grandísimo apoyo, realmente son la extensión de la familia para nuestros hijos. La combinación perfecta de todo el cariño y una excelente educación. Inmejorable!!! Mil gracias!!!
DR
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