Discovery Preschool & Family Center

Discovery Preschool & Family Center offers Reggio Emilia inspired preschool programs. The program serves children as young as 1 year old and preschool-aged children. Schedules listed include half days from 8:00-1:00, full days from 8:00-3:30, one location from 8:00-5:30 Monday through Thursday and 8:00-1:00 on Fridays, and The Farm from 8:30-2:30 Monday through Friday.

Programs

• Discovery Preschool & Family Center — Children as young as 1 year old; as young as 2 years old at one location; preschool-aged children · Half days 8:00-1:00; full days 8:00-3:30; one location 8:00-5:30 Monday thru Thursday and Fridays 8:00-1:00; farm 8:30-2:30 M-F · Reggio Emilia inspired preschool programs in Santa Cruz locations. Four locations are listed: Soquel, West, Midtown, and The Farm.

At a glance

• Ages: 1–5 years old

About the provider

Discovery states that its mission is to bring families and educators together to enrich a child's early development and education.

What families say

“Our family has blossomed so much ever since our son's first days at Discovery Preschool. All of the teachers and administrative staff are friendly, creative, and nurturing. We are grateful to all of them for helping us to build a great foundation for his education and life skills. They are helping us be better parents too!” — Our family

“The teachers & staff at Discovery Preschool do a wonderful job of encouraging our child's curiosity along with promoting his emotional and social growth. They have given my son such great tools for maintaining his boundaries respectfully with other kids along with promoting creativity, healthy emotional regulation, and empathy.” — The teachers & staff

Last updated September 22, 2026.