Cottontail Preschool

Cottontail Preschool is described as a play-based center with programs that range from a toddler program through pre-kindergarten preparation. The preschool offers early childhood education using a play-based learning approach and describes itself as “Your Child’s Home Away From Home.” The program offers a calendar that includes seasonal celebrations and educational field trips, and it also offers child development classes and tours.

• Ages: 2–5 years old
• Schedule: Open Monday–Friday, 7:00 am–6:00 pm
• Price: The preschool states that it believes quality education should be available to all families and that its pricing structure offers flexible options to fit various schedules and needs, ensuring care at an affordable cost. Specific amounts are not provided.

Cottontail Preschool was founded in 1982 and reports over 40 years of experience. The preschool identifies as a woman-owned, family- and locally owned business and is recognized as one of Yelp’s Top 5 in Chula Vista for 2024, as well as one of Yelp’s Top 5 Woman-Owned Businesses in Chula Vista in 2024. The program offers open enrollment year-round and accepts both private pay and state programs. Staff include English- and Spanish-speaking staff, and all teachers are live scan background checked, with CPR and First Aid certified staff. The preschool states that it nurtures curiosity, imagination, and confidence through a joyful play-based learning approach, caring for the whole child and providing safe, supportive, and developmentally rich early education in a welcoming, inclusive, and enriching place where every child can thrive. The preschool notes deep roots in the community and serves diverse families in Chula Vista, CA.

Last updated June 27, 2026.