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Tesoro Preschool

Daycare center in San Diego, CA. 3030 Thorn Street, San Diego, CA 92104

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Tesoro Preschool in San Diego, CA
AgesPreschool
HoursSee hours below
Tuition fromNot listed
Licensed capacity48 children
Citations on fileNone on record
On the register since2023

About the program

Tesoro Preschool is a licensed daycare center in San Diego, California, on the state register since 2023. It is licensed for 48 children and serves preschool ages.

Tesoro Preschool is a dual language immersion program in San Diego serving children ages two to five.

The program follows a language immersion, academic and play-based approach and offers Spanish.

Language immersionAcademicPlay-basedSpanishOnline tour booking

Tuition and capacity

Tuition: not listed. Tesoro 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

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Licence typeDay Care Center · 376701538
Licence statusActive since 2023
Licensed capacity48 children
Inspections on file1
Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. Last synced September 18, 2026.
Citations on file0Area median for centers: 1
Type A (immediate risk)0172 of 781 centers have at least one
Substantiated complaints01 inspection visits · last visit January 2026

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

We've attended Tesoro for more than two years now, and I’m honestly embarrassed it has taken me this long to write a review because this preschool has meant so much to our family. From the very beginning, Tesoro felt different. The teachers are incredibly warm, patient and genuinely invested in each child. Our son has grown so much during his time there, not just academically, but socially and emotionally too. He…

Megan Matthew · 5/5 on Google · 4 months ago

We feel so lucky to have found Tesoro! My son started in the summer of 2025 and quickly fell in love with the talented, warm, and loving teachers. He is always busy with creative crafts and art projects, and his favorite days of the week are when he gets to do yoga and science activities. His teacher (Ms. Chesna) is exceptional and we are so grateful he is in her class. She strikes the perfect balance between being…

Micaela Bruno · 5/5 on Google · 7 months ago

Our family is so grateful for Tesoro! The teachers and staff create a joyful environment for little ones to reach toddler milestones and it shows. My son will ask to go to school on the weekends. He loves it. I highly recommend Tesoro to families looking for a nurturing, fun, educational preschool!

Natalie F · 5/5 on Google · 4 months ago

Tesoro is by far the best preschool in San Diego. Andrea and her team of teachers have not only met but exceeded my expectations in terms of what is possible with preschool STEAM education, a research-based curriculum, parent communication, and family engagement. The staff consistently goes above and beyond to welcome children warmly every day which fosters a nurturing classroom environment. Witnessing my son's smile…

Nicole Lincoln · 5/5 on Google · 2 years ago
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Getting there

3030 Thorn Street, San Diego, CA 92104

Questions about Tesoro Preschool

Is Tesoro Preschool licensed?

Yes. Tesoro Preschool holds an active Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 376701538), with a licensed capacity of 48 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

Has Tesoro Preschool had any inspection violations?

California's public file shows no citations for Tesoro Preschool, across 1 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.

What ages does Tesoro Preschool take?

Tesoro Preschool is licensed to serve preschool ages.

How much does Tesoro Preschool cost?

Tesoro 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.

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