Big Tree Little Preschool
Daycare center in Vista, CA. 1600 Buena Vista Drive, Vista, CA 92081
About the program
Big Tree Little Preschool is a licensed daycare center in Vista, California, on the state register since 2013. It is licensed for 34 children and serves preschool ages.
Big Tree Little Preschool is a nature-based, play-based child care center in Vista, California, serving children ages two to five.
The program follows a play-based, nature-based and Reggio Emilia approach.
Tuition and capacity
Published on the program's website, read September 18, 2026. Weekly and annual rates are converted to a monthly figure. Confirm current rates and fees with the program.
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
1596.8662(b)(1) · 1596.7995(a)(1) · 101216(f) · 101216(g)(1) · 101216(g)(1) · 101238(a) · 101238(g) · 101221(b)(8)(C) · 101220(a) · 1596.7995(a)(1) · 1596.8662(b)(1)
Open the state record for each visit report.
What parents say
We did not ultimately end up going here for preschool because our #1 closer to home had an opening but we loved the tour and the teachers and director and would 100% have sent our daughter here. I still recommend it to friends looking since it's outdoors, nature focused, and beautiful grounds.
Alexandra Elliott · 5/5 on Google · 9 months agoMy daughter attended Big Tree Little Preschool for almost 3 years. The staff and the owner, Rebecca are wonderful, loving people. The Preschool is located in a safe neighborhood and shared with a church. It is completely gated with a large and beautiful outdoor play area full of all types of toys, slides, and play houses. Just a few of the fun activities include nature walks, yoga, story time, making play dough,…
Lisa Clark · 5/5 on Google · 10 years agoI’m glad we found Big Tree Little Preschool! My kid loves the outdoor areas - riding bikes every day, doing art projects, and especially playing in the mud on rainy days.
Martin Fox · 5/5 on Google · a year agoThe best place to send your littles. Structured and unstructured play/learning with staff who care. I love that my daughter was able to be outside more than inside. I love that she had storytime and nature walks. I love this school.
Ashley Gabriel · 5/5 on Google · 3 years agoGetting there
1600 Buena Vista Drive, Vista, CA 92081
Questions about Big Tree Little Preschool
Is Big Tree Little Preschool licensed?
Yes. Big Tree Little Preschool holds an active Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 376700979), with a licensed capacity of 34 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Big Tree Little Preschool had any inspection violations?
California's public file shows 11 citations for Big Tree Little Preschool, across 3 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.
What ages does Big Tree Little Preschool take?
Big Tree Little Preschool is licensed to serve preschool ages.
How much does Big Tree Little Preschool cost?
Big Tree Little Preschool publishes full-time tuition from $795 a month on its website, read in September 2026. Ask about registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
