Hillcrest Preschool

Both of my boys attended Hillcrest Preschool from 18 months to age 5. We’ve had such a phenomenal experience there, all the teachers were nurturing and accommodating and prepared my kids so well for kindergarten. The preschool provided a stimulating environment with age-​appropriate themes and creative curriculum. I especially appreciated the teachers’ hard work in helping to potty train both kids. I also found the price to be very reasonable and a great steal.

I can say only good things. My daughter has started in the group of Ms.Lynn. She is amazing ticher who loves the kids and her job. Due to her my daughter has learned so much. She can count, write the numbers and letters. She starts speaking English, which is her second language. My kid loves that Preschool. She even doesn’t want to go home when I pick up her. That means she feels happy there, so that I highly recommend it. The director Dana and stuff are great.

My daughter just completed her first week of kindergarten. Her first day was met with anxious, nervous, yet ultimately enthusiastic energy. She is excited by the learning process and getting to know new people/​classmates. Outside of the home, i attribute her positive and proactive engagement of the educational process to her time at Hillcrest Preschool.
As a first time parent, preschool is that first real time you are entrusting your child to an outside influence. I’m pleased to report that over the course of 3 years, age 2 – 5, my daughter, her mother, and myself, have nothing but positives to take away. The teachers/​staff most notably Ms. Carrie, Ms. Lynn, and Ms. Dana (principal) were fantastic. You get a real sense that these people truly enjoy what they are doing. It was quite touching seeing Ms. Dana shed a tear during preschool graduation as she sent another crop of students off to elementary school.
I always enjoyed picking up my child from school at the end of the day being greeted by smiles and excitement over what she learned and experienced that particular day. This attitude continues as her elementary school journey begins… Hillcrest Preschool is a big reason for this.

Miss Rosie is so sweet, and all of the staff I have encountered here has been so amazing. They keep the kids engaged and active all day long. Our son loves it, and sleeps soundly through the night after a full day of fun!

We have been very happy with Hillcrest Preschool. My daughter loves her teacher Ms. Carrie. The staff is very welcoming and attentive. Ms. Dana the director is great. Ms. Carrie greets my daughter with a big hug each morning. The school looks small if you just walk by, so be sure to call to take a tour to see the classrooms. When the kids play outside they get access to a wide variety of toys, water table, tricycles and scooter. I highly recommend this preschool.

My son has been going there since he was 2. Now he is in the pre-​K class and I can’t say enough nice things about the place. The staff is compassionate, their focus on social skills and problem solving is exactly the right approach for this age group. They are engaged in a lot of physical activity, Ms. Danna cares about nutrition and giving kids organic snacks, they subscribe to a CSA program, and I love that the kids get to nap for over 2 hours. It’s also super-​reasonable price wise and that’s wonderful!

We will remember Hillcrest Preschool very fondly. We had our two girls there for at least two years. With so many scary childcare places out there, it is challenging to feel comfortable leaving your child anywhere. Hillcrest preschool staff made that easy. All the teachers there care about your child and give them attention and are interested in helping them grow and learn the things they need to succeed. I want to give special kudos to Ms. Lynley, the pre-​K teacher. The way she talks to the kids, plays with the kids, and when she has to address poor behavior (appropriately), makes it evident she really cares for, and loves the kiddos. Our girls loooove her, and I am sure they will always remember her with affection. Dana, the director, has customer service perfected! She seems to know all the families and kids, and always welcomes us and and was 100% attentive to any feedback or questions. I would recommend this place to all my friends and family. It is safe, affordable, clean, with great communication between staff and parents.

This place is the bomb-​diggity! This is why they have a wait list! This review is long over due, but hey, I’m a busy Mom, what more can I say?! This school is worth every penny and then some! They are always very concerned about the well being of the children, they have community events that involve parents, it is clean, well structured, and the hours are very convenient for my family needs. The other day I asked my little Nugget how she got so smart, and without pause, she said, «Preschool Mommy!» Priceless!

After visiting multiple pre-​schools in Metro San Diego I was thrilled to find Hillcrest Preschool. The teachers are patient, loving and really understand what the children need. I enrolled my daughter when she was nearly 2 and she thoroughly enjoys every day she spends there (often not wanting to leave at the end of the day). Miss Dana does a great job of keeping it all organized and fun. And BONUS, Miss AnnMarie potty-​trained my little one! That’s worth the price of tuition right there! If you want an environment where your child will be loved, learn new things and be encouraged you would be well-​served at Hillcrest Preschool.

We are super happy at Hillcrest Preschool! My daughter began when she was 18 months, her first childcare/​preschool experience and she adjusted very quick with the help of her teacher and staff.
She is loving it and even cheers as we drive into the parking lot. I love that it is small but do wish we could magically build a grassy area as another review noted.
I highly suggest this preschool.

This preschool has been amazing! Our daughter has been going here for over a year. She started off in Ms. Sarah’s class. Ms. Sarah genuinely loves her students and is always hugging them. Now she is in Ms. Wilma’s class and loves it there too.
We sent her to this school because they do not have a long waiting list and the tuition is VERY reasonable. In the summer, they have water days with small pools and sprinklers. During the rest of the year, they take walks down to Trader Joes, Ralph’s, and Golden Spoon. The kids love this.
The only downside is the facility. I really wish they had a grassy area. It is an older complex so things are not new but at the end of the day, the children don’t know that and they are surrounded by loving and fun teachers.