Closure of Escondido Preschool Program Leaves More Gaps in Child Care

Closure of Escondido Preschool Program Leaves More Gaps in Child Care

For 35 years, a beloved preschool program in Escondido called Tiny Tots has been a resource for families.   Parents say Tiny Tots provides a slow and healthy transition into school. The city operates it, so families trust it, and it’s affordable – a rarity among child care programs and preschools nationwide.  But at the end of May 2024, Tiny Tots is permanently shutting down, and the limited number of options parents have for affordable child ca…