Scripps Exploring Academy

Scripps Exploring Academy offers Angelfish Newborns for 6 weeks to 8 months, Sea Turtles Crawlers for 7 months to 15 months, Starfish Walkers for 12 months to 18 months, Sea Horses Younger Toddlers and Jellyfish Older Toddlers for 18 months to 30 months, Sea Otters Potty Training for younger 2’s, Seals Potty Training and Pufferfish Potty Training for older 2’s, Clownfish Preschool for younger 3’s, Manta Rays Preschool for older 3’s, Dolphins Transitional Kindergarten Prep for 4 years, and Sharks Transitional Kindergarten for 5 years.

Programs

• Angelfish Newborns — 6 weeks — 8 months
• Sea Turtles Crawlers — 7 months — 15 months
• Starfish Walkers — 12 months — 18 months
• Sea Horses Younger Toddlers — 18 months — 30 months
• Jellyfish Older Toddlers — 18 months — 30 months
• Sea Otters Potty Training — Younger 2’s
• Seals Potty Training — Older 2’s
• Pufferfish Potty Training — Older 2’s
• Clownfish Preschool — Younger 3’s
• Manta Rays Preschool — Older 3’s
• Dolphins Transitional Kindergarten Prep — 4 years
• Sharks Transitional Kindergarten — 5 years

At a glance

• Ages: 0–5 years old
• Facility hours: Open Monday to Friday from 6:30am to 6:00pm.

About the provider

Scripps Exploring Academy has provided education to families in San Diego County and surrounding areas since 1979. Its mission is to provide a comprehensive, collaborative, and fun early childhood education program through developmentally appropriate curriculums that builds strong foundations for lifelong learning. The leadership team includes Christine Collins, Taylor Markevicz, Theresa Basanec, and Priscilla Campos. The program is open Monday to Friday from 6:30am to 6:00pm and is currently enrolling for the school year of 2027-2028.

Scripps Ranch is currently enrolling for the school year of 2027-2028.

What families say

“We have been part of the SEA family for over 5 years. Our two kids have been at this school since 1 year old, and we have had a great experience. The teachers are very experienced and positive, and the staffs and management teams are super helpful. The school provides a well-structured and safe environment for kids to learn and grow.” — Will Z.

Last updated September 12, 2026.