Oceanside First Presbyterian Preschool
2001 S. El Camino Real, Oceanside, CA 92054
About
Oceanside First Presbyterian Preschool is a licensed Christian preschool and childcare that operates on the South Oceanside campus of Oceanside First Presbyterian Church & Preschool. The program offers licensed childcare and early education for children in preschool through Kindergarten in a Christian setting. It is described as a multi-generational Christian church and preschool where families worship together and children learn in a licensed Christian preschool ranked #1 in North County.
• Ages: 2–6 years old
• Schedule: Sunday worship at 10:00 AM, with Kids Ministry for birth through 5th grade during the worship service
Founded in 1948, Oceanside First Presbyterian Church has been part of the North County San Diego faith community for over 75 years. The stated mission is: “Reach people with Grace. Teach people with the Truth. Serve people with Love.” The preschool is a licensed Oceanside preschool serving North County families, operating under Preschool License #372000206, and has been described as a licensed Christian preschool ranked #1 in North County and “Voted Best Preschool in North County two years in a row.” It is identified as an award winning Christian preschool and as a Christian preschool and childcare for ages 2–K.
The broader church and preschool community serves families from Oceanside, Carlsbad, Vista, Fire Mountain, Rancho Del Oro, and throughout North County, with outreach across Oceanside, Carlsbad, and Vista. Every worship service is described as Christ centered and Biblically based, with a blend of modern songs and classic hymns led by both a band and a choir, and casual dress is encouraged with a “come as you are” approach. Kids Ministry for birth through 5th grade takes place during the worship service. Pastor Mike is identified as the pastor, and Rev. Michael Killeen is also listed as a pastor. Pastor Mike is described as inviting input from anyone in the congregation while preparing sermons in a gathering called “The Pastor’s Study.”
Parent and church member testimonials describe the preschool and church as having a worship community full of people who love Jesus and as a place that is welcoming to families. One preschool parent from Carlsbad, CA states that Oceanside First Presbyterian Preschool gave their daughter a strong start, that the teachers are amazing, and that they chose to keep her there through Kindergarten. Other church members mention great, practical Biblical teaching, a mix of hymns and contemporary music, a loving and caring congregation of all ages, kids who enjoy Sunday School, and positive sermon themes with both a Praise Band and a Choir.
Last updated June 26, 2026.
• Ages: 2–6 years old
• Schedule: Sunday worship at 10:00 AM, with Kids Ministry for birth through 5th grade during the worship service
Founded in 1948, Oceanside First Presbyterian Church has been part of the North County San Diego faith community for over 75 years. The stated mission is: “Reach people with Grace. Teach people with the Truth. Serve people with Love.” The preschool is a licensed Oceanside preschool serving North County families, operating under Preschool License #372000206, and has been described as a licensed Christian preschool ranked #1 in North County and “Voted Best Preschool in North County two years in a row.” It is identified as an award winning Christian preschool and as a Christian preschool and childcare for ages 2–K.
The broader church and preschool community serves families from Oceanside, Carlsbad, Vista, Fire Mountain, Rancho Del Oro, and throughout North County, with outreach across Oceanside, Carlsbad, and Vista. Every worship service is described as Christ centered and Biblically based, with a blend of modern songs and classic hymns led by both a band and a choir, and casual dress is encouraged with a “come as you are” approach. Kids Ministry for birth through 5th grade takes place during the worship service. Pastor Mike is identified as the pastor, and Rev. Michael Killeen is also listed as a pastor. Pastor Mike is described as inviting input from anyone in the congregation while preparing sermons in a gathering called “The Pastor’s Study.”
Parent and church member testimonials describe the preschool and church as having a worship community full of people who love Jesus and as a place that is welcoming to families. One preschool parent from Carlsbad, CA states that Oceanside First Presbyterian Preschool gave their daughter a strong start, that the teachers are amazing, and that they chose to keep her there through Kindergarten. Other church members mention great, practical Biblical teaching, a mix of hymns and contemporary music, a loving and caring congregation of all ages, kids who enjoy Sunday School, and positive sermon themes with both a Praise Band and a Choir.
Last updated June 26, 2026.
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