Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Placentia. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
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PreschoolCatholicPre-K
St. Joseph Preschool in Placentia is a faith-based Catholic preschool serving pre-kindergarten-age children within the St. Joseph Catholic School campus, which has operated as a Placentia institution since 1959. The program emphasizes academic rigor grounded in four core values—faith, excellence, respect, and discipleship—with curriculum centered on motor development, language experience, family-style meals, and decision-making skills. Preschool through 8th grade on a single campus provides continuity into elementary education. The program is structured for Catholic families; prospective families should confirm preschool-specific tuition and student-teacher ratios directly with the school at (714) 528-1794, as public verification of these particulars is limited.
Safety6.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care4.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion6.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars5.0
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