Great Beginnings Early Learning Center
Daycare center in Monterey, CA. 52 Soledad Drive, Monterey, CA 93940
About the program
Great Beginnings Early Learning Center is a licensed daycare center in Monterey, California, on the state register since 2026. It is licensed for 90 children and serves infant, toddler and preschool ages.
Great Beginnings is a play-based and nature-inspired childcare and preschool program serving children aged 12 months to 6 years in Monterey.
The program follows a play-based and nature-based approach.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Great Beginnings Early Learning Center does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,018 a month.
Licensing and safety
Open the state record →California cites a Type A violation for an immediate risk to the health or safety of children, and a Type B violation for a record-keeping or maintenance item. The state file gives counts, dates and regulation numbers, not the inspector's notes.
What parents say
My husband and I walked into Great Beginnings Early Learning Center a little unsure when our daughter started at 18 months, but it has truly been one of the best decisions we’ve made. From the very beginning, the staff made us feel so comfortable and welcomed - they are all incredibly kind, attentive, and genuinely care about the children. The environment is bright, engaging, and full of opportunities for creative…
Fatima Costantino · 5/5 on Google · 5 months agoOur daughter started GB's caterpillar room mid-March and quickly fell in love with her teachers and school. The communication is great, we love the structure and hands on learning, and I notice the staff is really diligent about safety and sanitizing. Our toddler is actually excited for school and seems happy and relaxed in the environment. Yes, we have to make sure to pack her lunch for each day, but for our family…
Savannah Alvarez · 5/5 on Google · 3 months agoGreat Beginnings Early Child Care was an absolute blessing for our family. After two difficult childcare experiences, we were nervous about trying another school. From the moment we met Jillian, Ms. Maria, and the rest of the staff, we knew we had finally found the right place for our daughter, Mazlyn. This school provides the perfect balance of love, nurturing, and education. Every day we could tell that Mazy was…
Permanent Jewelry Monterey · 5/5 on Google · 3 months agoI feel very at ease leaving my 21-month-old here. He still gets a little anxious at drop-off sometimes, but the staff are incredibly caring and always make sure both he and I are doing okay. I love receiving photos throughout the day and seeing all the fun activities they have planned. It’s clear that the children are engaged, well cared for, and having a great time. We’ve had a wonderful experience so far.
Kate Sawtell · 5/5 on Google · 3 months agoGetting there
52 Soledad Drive, Monterey, CA 93940
Questions about Great Beginnings Early Learning Center
Is Great Beginnings Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Great Beginnings Early Learning Center holds an active Single Licensed Child Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 274418532), with a licensed capacity of 90 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Great Beginnings Early Learning Center had any inspection violations?
California's public file shows no citations for Great Beginnings Early Learning Center. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.
What ages does Great Beginnings Early Learning Center take?
Great Beginnings Early Learning Center is licensed to serve infant, toddler and preschool ages.
How much does Great Beginnings Early Learning Center cost?
Great Beginnings Early Learning Center does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.