Preschool & Pre-K · Ages 3–5 · El Cajon, CA

Your Child Will Love Learning Here.

At Ready Set Grow, preschool is more than ABCs and 123s. It's where your child discovers who they are — through art, music, outdoor play, and teachers who genuinely love what they do. We'll have them kindergarten-ready and excited to learn.

🍎 Meals Included📚 Kindergarten Readiness🎨 Art & Music Daily🌿 Outdoor Play Every Day
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(619) 448-4585·728 Pepper Dr, El Cajon, CA
Teacher leading a lesson with preschool children at Ready Set Grow El Cajon
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Licensed & State-Certified
CA Community Care Licensing
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Background-Checked Staff
Every teacher, every time
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Daily Parent Updates
You're always in the loop
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All Meals Provided
Breakfast, lunch & snacks

More Than Daycare. A Real Preschool.

Our preschool program is designed to build the whole child — academically, socially, and emotionally — so they walk into kindergarten confident and ready.

Kindergarten Readiness

Phonics, early math, letter recognition, and writing foundations — taught through play-based learning that kids actually enjoy.

Art, Music & Movement

Creative expression every single day. Painting, singing, dancing, and hands-on projects that build confidence and fine motor skills.

Social-Emotional Learning

We teach kids how to make friends, handle big feelings, and work as a team — skills that matter more than any worksheet.

STEM Exploration

Science experiments, building challenges, and problem-solving activities that spark curiosity and critical thinking from day one.

Outdoor Play Daily

Fresh air, physical activity, and unstructured play every day. Our playground is designed for adventure and exploration.

Small Class Sizes

Low teacher-to-child ratios mean your child gets real attention — not just supervision. Every child is known by name.

See Our Preschool in Action

Children doing art activities at Ready Set Grow preschool
Children playing on the adventure playground at Ready Set Grow
Bright preschool classroom at Ready Set Grow El Cajon
Children enjoying outdoor activities at Ready Set Grow
Mealtime at Ready Set Grow — breakfast, lunch and snacks included
Teacher leading circle time with preschool children

What El Cajon Parents Are Saying

"My daughter went from shy to confident in three months. The teachers genuinely care and the curriculum is real. She can't wait to go every morning."

Michelle T.
Parent of 4-year-old

"After visiting three preschools, we chose Ready Set Grow because you can feel the difference the moment you walk in. The staff knows every child by name."

Sarah M.
Parent of 3-year-old

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Tours are free, no-pressure, and take about 30–45 minutes. Come see the classrooms, meet the teachers, and let your child explore.

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Limited Spots Available for Ages 3–5

Our preschool and Pre-K classrooms fill up fast. Schedule your tour today to hold your child's spot.

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