North City Preschool
Daycare center in Poway, CA. 11717 Poway Road, Poway, CA 92064
About the program
North City Preschool is a licensed daycare center in Poway, California, on the state register since 1999. It is licensed for 77 children and serves preschool ages.
North City Preschool is a faith-based, play-oriented program serving children from age two through kindergarten entry.
The program follows a play-based and faith-based approach.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. North City Preschool does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,300 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.
Regulations cited
101170(e)(2)
Open the state record for each visit report.
What parents say
Phenomenal preschool and staff! I would say the best in Poway, honestly. Ms. Thea is so caring, kind, and compassionate, yet she holds everything down with such amazing strength and equity. Ms. Thea is one of the best directors I have ever worked with, and her staff are all equally as awesome. Ms. Katie, Ms. Emily, Ms. Love, Ms. Davies, Ms. K, Ms. Rebecca, and Ms. Jessica are all absolutely hilarious, hard-working,…
Rana A · 5/5 on Google · 5 months agoWe had two of our kids at North City Preschool over the last 5 years and we have had a positive experience. The teachers are caring and capable, it's a wonderful learning environment with plenty of play and in a beautiful natural environment in Poway. I recommend visiting the campus and talking with the director if you're looking for a school. My kids have enjoyed making new friends, learning and playing at North…
Shannon Chang · 5/5 on Google · 10 months agoOur family discovered NCPS 5 years ago when we were looking for a school for our almost 2 year old coming out of the pandemic. It was highly regarded on local FB groups but there wasn't too much info otherwise. After touring multiple other schools, I knew this was the place for us as soon as I stepped foot on campus. NCPS is a magical and charming school nestled among nature. Our 6 year old spent 2 years here and is…
Susan Kirchhoff · 5/5 on Google · 10 months agoWe cannot express our love and gratitude to NCP! It was our first year of sending both our boys (2.5 and 3.5) to preschool and we wanted to find the best fit which is what NCP was for us. The staff and teachers are incredible and make the parents and children feel so comfortable and loved. We love that it’s rooted in Christian values and have seen so much growth amongst our kids. We can’t recommend this school…
Melissa Gregory · 5/5 on Google · 10 months agoGetting there
11717 Poway Road, Poway, CA 92064
Questions about North City Preschool
Is North City Preschool licensed?
Yes. North City Preschool holds an active Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 376600493), with a licensed capacity of 77 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has North City Preschool had any inspection violations?
California's public file shows 1 citation for North City Preschool, across 2 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.
What ages does North City Preschool take?
North City Preschool is licensed to serve preschool ages.
How much does North City Preschool cost?
North City Preschool does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
