Programs and Tuition
Early lessons in behavior are natural at Sandy Hill, where respect for the child's own needs and the feelings of others are always valued.
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If you could describe "childhood," what would it be? Our curriculum is filled with art, music, movement, drama and storytelling, cooking, science and nature, writing and math readiness activities. And just as important to a child's development we offer...mud, sand, water play, and lots of free play. We leave plenty of open spaces in our time together, so children may take the initiative to explore what interests them most, working individually, in small groups, and as part of a large group.
Our classrooms are nearly always open to the outdoors, thanks to our beautiful weather and mild climate, which encourages children to explore, play, and express themselves creatively.
Parents participate regularly in school activities, assisting in classrooms, working on committees, helping in friendraising and fundraising, and attending work parties. We all bring ideas, curriculum materials, homemade snacks, and creative energy to the classes.
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Tidepools
Our Two Year Old program offers an opportunity for children ages 24+ months to experience preschool life at Sandy Hill with a low 1:4 ratio and small group size of 8 children. Children are not required to be toilet learned to attend this program.
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Hours: 8:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Tues/Thurs: $575 per month
Mon/Wed/Fri: $860 per month
Monday-Friday: $1435 per month
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Pinecones
This class is designed for older two-year-olds and younger three-year-olds. The class has a ratio of 1:5 and can accommodate up to 10 children. While children are not required to be toilet trained for this class, there will be a greater emphasis on working toward that goal if they are not already there.​
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Hours: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm.
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Tues/Thurs: $560 per month
Mon/Wed/Fri: $840 per month
Monday-Friday: $1400 per month
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Footprints
This class offers a 1:7 ratio with a total of 14 children. Students in this class are typically aged 3.5 to 4 years old.
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Hours: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm.
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Tues/Thurs: $535 per month
Mon/Wed/Fri: $800 per month
Monday-Friday: $1335 per month
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Treetops
This class is designed for children aged 4 & up. The ratio is 1:7 with a total of 14 students.
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Hours: 8:30 am to12:30 pm.
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Tues/Thurs: $535 per month
Mon/Wed/Fri: $800 per month
Monday-Friday: $1335 per month
Enrichment Class
Sandy Hill offers Enrichment Class after the regular school day ends.​
​Enrichment is from 12:30-1:30 pm and offered Monday through Friday.
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Children generally spend this hour doing art, science, nature, or music & movement activities, supervised by Sandy Hill teachers.
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This add-on must be paired with one of the preschool schedule options.
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TTH is an additional $125 per month
MWF is an additional $185 per month
M-F is an additional $310 per month
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Full Day Program
Sandy Hill now offers a full day program from 8:30 am - 4 pm.
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Children enrolled in this program will attend their regular classroom from 8:30 am - 12:30 pm. At 12:30, they will join a small group of other students enrolled in the full day program. There is a younger age group and older age group. This option includes a rest time and afternoon activities. Children must be 24 months and up.
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24 - 36 m:
T/Th $1000 per month
MWF $1605 per month
M-F $2250 per month
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3 & up:
T/Th $935 per month
MWF $1500 per month
M-F $2150 per month
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...And So Much More
Sandy Hill Families can look forward to events like our annual campfire at Moonlight Beach, Back to School Picnic, and Spring Showcase/Social event.
Grown-ups are welcome on our field trips to locations like the Encinitas Botanic Gardens and Birch Aquarium.
We also experience campus visits from local organizations like Wild Wonders, who provide interactive wildlife education on our campus.
