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Childcare & Preschool in San Diego

Preschool fees and international school tuition.

All prices in USD; switch currency above the table.

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Section Description
Childcare & Preschool in San Diego: price table 2 items with median prices and high–low ranges.
Compare to similar cities Cities with comparable cost tier and region.
Other categories in San Diego Jump to housing, food, transport, utilities, and more.
Childcare FAQs for San Diego Common questions about pricing, units, and refresh cadence.

Childcare & Preschool in San Diego

Preschool fees and international school tuition.

  • Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child $2,008
    $1,705 – $2,800
  • International Primary School, Annual Tuition per Child $36,281
    $25,000 – $46,500

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Childcare in San Diego: FAQs

How much does childcare cost in San Diego?
Preschool fees and international school tuition. Per-item prices for San Diego are listed above.
Are these childcare prices in USD?
Yes — every price on this page is normalized to US Dollars. Use the currency switcher above the table to convert to your local currency.
How current is the childcare data for San Diego?
Prices were last refreshed on May 11, 2026. We refresh from public price databases on a scheduled cadence.
What's not included on this page?
This page focuses on childcare. For an end-to-end monthly budget — rent + food + utilities + transit — see the San Diego main cost-of-living page.