Bright Headstart
RASTA, MAHJAN
San Clemente, 92673
Data based on 27 licensed providers sourced from the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) Community Care Licensing Division and verified provider websites.
San Clemente childcare guide
Best daycare and preschools in San Clemente
Parents searching for daycare and preschool in San Clemente usually compare schedule flexibility, program philosophy, and tuition. This page combines 27 local listings, average tuition benchmarks, and parent decision advice so families can move from research to shortlist faster.
Public licensing data, provider-owned sites, and local tuition context in one place.
Listings
27 providers in San Clemente
Start with the most complete profiles, then narrow by tuition, program type, or schedule fit.
Bright Headstart
GOMEZ-ZUNIGA, INES
San Clemente, 92672
Bright Headstart
OUR SAVIOR'S LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL
San Clemente, 92672
Bright Headstart
CAPISTRANO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT-CLARENCE LOBO
San Clemente, 92672
Bright Headstart
CAPSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL
San Clemente, 92673
Bright Headstart
GODDARD SCHOOL, THE
San Clemente, 92673
Bright Headstart
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SAN CLEMENTE
San Clemente, 92673
Bright Headstart
LA CRISTIANITA PRESCHOOL
San Clemente, 92672
Bright Headstart
CAPISTRANO BEACH CITIES YMCA-LOBO
San Clemente, 92673
Bright Headstart
BRIGHT HORIZONS SAN CLEMENTE
San Clemente, 92673
Bright Headstart
GRATITUDE GARDEN PRESCHOOL
San Clemente, 92673
Bright Headstart
CAPISTRANO BEACH CITIES YMCA-CONCORDIA
San Clemente, 92672
Bright Headstart
CAPISTRANO USD/LAS PALMAS STATE PRESCHOOL
San Clemente, 92672
Bright Headstart
LA CRISTIANITA PRE SCHOOL
San Clemente, 92672
Bright Headstart
LAS OLAS PRESCHOOL
San Clemente, 92672
Bright Headstart
BOOTH, CHRIS
San Clemente, 92672
Bright Headstart
PIRASTEHFAR, AREZOO
San Clemente, 92673
Bright Headstart
VISTA DEL MAR-YMCA
San Clemente, 92673
Bright Headstart
PACIFIC COAST CHURCH
San Clemente, 92673
Bright Headstart
SERRA PARENT PARTICIPATION PRE SCHOOL
San Clemente, 92672
Bright Headstart
CAPISTRANO BEACH CITIES YMCA-BENEDICT
San Clemente, 92672
Bright Headstart
MELANDER, CRYSTAL
San Clemente, 92673
Bright Headstart
SAN CLEMENTE PRESCHOOL, THE
San Clemente, 92672
Bright Headstart
CAPISTRANO BEACH CITIES YMCA-LAS PALMAS
San Clemente, 92672
Bright Headstart
YMCA-MARBLEHEAD CHILDCARE CENTER
San Clemente, 92673
Bright Headstart
OUR SAVIOR'S LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL AND INFANT CENTER
San Clemente, 92672
Bright Headstart
OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH EARLY DEVELOPMENT CENTER
San Clemente, 92672
Provider comparison
Compare daycare and preschool tuition in San Clemente
Side-by-side comparison of 10 providers sorted by monthly tuition, sourced from CDSS licensing data and verified provider websites.
Comparisons
How families compare schools in San Clemente
These notes highlight the practical details families usually compare before they book tours.
GODDARD SCHOOL, THE
GODDARD SCHOOL, THE is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
LA CRISTIANITA PRESCHOOL
LA CRISTIANITA PRESCHOOL is best for families who value licensed child care center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
CAPISTRANO BEACH CITIES YMCA-LOBO
CAPISTRANO BEACH CITIES YMCA-LOBO is best for families who value licensed school-age care learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
VISTA DEL MAR-YMCA
VISTA DEL MAR-YMCA is best for families who value licensed school-age care learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
OUR SAVIOR'S LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL
OUR SAVIOR'S LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SAN CLEMENTE
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SAN CLEMENTE is best for families who value licensed child care center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
CAPISTRANO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT-CLARENCE LOBO
CAPISTRANO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT-CLARENCE LOBO is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
CAPSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL
CAPSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL is best for families who value licensed child care center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
BRIGHT HORIZONS SAN CLEMENTE
BRIGHT HORIZONS SAN CLEMENTE is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
GRATITUDE GARDEN PRESCHOOL
GRATITUDE GARDEN PRESCHOOL is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
CAPISTRANO BEACH CITIES YMCA-CONCORDIA
CAPISTRANO BEACH CITIES YMCA-CONCORDIA is best for families who value licensed school-age care learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
CAPISTRANO USD/LAS PALMAS STATE PRESCHOOL
CAPISTRANO USD/LAS PALMAS STATE PRESCHOOL is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
LA CRISTIANITA PRE SCHOOL
LA CRISTIANITA PRE SCHOOL is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
LAS OLAS PRESCHOOL
LAS OLAS PRESCHOOL is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, outdoor play access, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
PACIFIC COAST CHURCH
PACIFIC COAST CHURCH is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
SERRA PARENT PARTICIPATION PRE SCHOOL
SERRA PARENT PARTICIPATION PRE SCHOOL is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
CAPISTRANO BEACH CITIES YMCA-BENEDICT
CAPISTRANO BEACH CITIES YMCA-BENEDICT is best for families who value licensed school-age care learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
SAN CLEMENTE PRESCHOOL, THE
SAN CLEMENTE PRESCHOOL, THE is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
CAPISTRANO BEACH CITIES YMCA-LAS PALMAS
CAPISTRANO BEACH CITIES YMCA-LAS PALMAS is best for families who value licensed school-age care learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
YMCA-MARBLEHEAD CHILDCARE CENTER
YMCA-MARBLEHEAD CHILDCARE CENTER is best for families who value licensed school-age care learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
OUR SAVIOR'S LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL AND INFANT CENTER
OUR SAVIOR'S LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL AND INFANT CENTER is best for families who value licensed child care center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
GOMEZ-ZUNIGA, INES
GOMEZ-ZUNIGA, INES is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH EARLY DEVELOPMENT CENTER
OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH EARLY DEVELOPMENT CENTER is best for families who value licensed child care center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
RASTA, MAHJAN
RASTA, MAHJAN is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
BOOTH, CHRIS
BOOTH, CHRIS is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
PIRASTEHFAR, AREZOO
PIRASTEHFAR, AREZOO is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
MELANDER, CRYSTAL
MELANDER, CRYSTAL is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
Budget context
How San Clemente compares on tuition
This helps families understand whether this city feels lower-cost, middle-of-the-pack, or more premium before they open lots of school profiles.
San Clemente monthly tuition snapshot
Families here often see monthly tuition around $1,515 to $1,865, compared with a county-wide average of $1,381 to $1,713. Based on 27 licensed providers in San Clemente tracked via CDSS records.
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San Clemente currently reads as a premium market based on the tuition ranges we can compare across Orange County.
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FAQ
Parent questions about childcare in San Clemente
These are some of the most common questions families ask when narrowing options in this city.
How much does preschool cost in San Clemente?
Families in San Clemente typically see preschool tuition around $1515 per month, based on 27 licensed providers tracked by Bright Headstart. Premium or specialized programs such as Montessori and language immersion may run higher.
How much does infant daycare cost in San Clemente?
Average infant daycare tuition in San Clemente is approximately $1865 per month. Infant care is generally 15-25% more expensive than preschool-age care due to lower required caregiver-to-child ratios.
What should parents compare when choosing daycare in San Clemente?
Focus on five factors: caregiver-to-child ratios, licensing inspection history (available on CDSS), tuition transparency, schedule flexibility including drop-off and pickup windows, and teaching philosophy such as play-based, Montessori, or academic.
What age do children start preschool in San Clemente?
Most preschool programs in Orange County accept children starting at age 2.5 to 3 years old. Some programs offer toddler rooms starting at 18 months. Infant daycare programs typically begin at 6 weeks to 6 months depending on the facility license.
How long are daycare waitlists in San Clemente?
Waitlists in San Clemente vary by program popularity and time of year. Popular Montessori and language-immersion programs may have waitlists of 3-6 months. Starting your search 4-6 months before your desired enrollment date is recommended.
Are there subsidized childcare options in San Clemente?
Yes. Orange County families may qualify for subsidized care through California's Alternative Payment Program, Head Start, or state-funded preschool (CSPP). Eligibility is based on household income and family size. Contact the Orange County Child Care Coordination office at 714-543-2273 for details.
What is the difference between daycare and preschool in San Clemente?
Daycare typically refers to full-day care programs (often 7 AM to 6 PM) focused on supervision and development for infants through school age. Preschool programs emphasize structured early education curricula for children ages 2.5 to 5, and may operate on part-day or full-day schedules.
Parent guides
Guides for San Clemente families
Read these before you tour. They cover cost, licensing, and what to ask.
Best Preschools in San Clemente, CA (2026 Guide)
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Read the guide25 Questions to Ask Before You Enroll
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