I can't say enough good things about Christ the Cornerstone Academy. From the very first day I toured the school, Ms. Tammy was so welcoming and immediately made me feel at home -- I knew right away this was a special place. My daughter started in the 2-year-old classroom with Ms. Susan, and the experience was beyond anything I expected. Within her first week, she had potty trained herself -- something I still can't quite believe. I had braced myself for the horror stories I'd heard from friends and family, and instead Ms. Susan made it effortless. As a parent, I was apprehensive about leaving my child in someone else's care, but from day one I felt completely comfortable and confident that she was well taken care of. Every single teacher at CTCA exceeded our expectations. Each one brought their own unique strengths to the classroom, and our kids were genuinely loved and had good morals instilled in them along the way. I especially want to thank Ms. Becca. I was torn between the free TK option and investing in my daughter's education here, and I am so grateful I chose to keep her at this school. Ms. Becca sent her into Kindergarten with confidence, strong social skills, and -- most importantly -- a real academic foundation. To this day, my daughter still talks about things she learned in Ms. Becca's class, and she is currently performing above grade level in her academics. That speaks for itself. I also have to give a huge shoutout to the music program -- it's the best. Ms. Carrel made music and singing so fun and engaging that my daughter absolutely loves to sing now. It's become one of her favorite things, and watching that love for music grow has been such a joy. We now have a little boy, and I cannot wait for him to start at CTCA and have the same experience his sister did. I love this school so much that I've been recommending it to everyone I know. If you're looking to invest in your child's future, this is the best first step you can take. I'm living proof. Thank you to the entire staff -- you all feel like family. I've even made real friendships through this school. CTCA is truly something special.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

My oldest daughter started at 2.5 yo and she really loved it here. She felt like she really belonged and insisted that we keep her here even though there was another preschool closer to home. She is now 6 and remembers what her teachers (especially Ms. Becca) have taught her. She is comfortable with drawing and writing in kindergarten thanks to her well developed fine motor and gross motor skills during her time at this preschool. When she became a kindergartener in the public school system, she helped her friends with opening lunchboxes, was confident in using the restroom and setting appropriate boundaries in friendships. Our second daughter is now in Ms. Becca's class at this preschool and she couldn't be more excited. She had wonderful and caring teachers ( Ms. Mariah and Ms. Winnie) who helped her become comfortable with school. We are grateful to have found this school and to have stayed here over the years. They have a wonderful little playground, a beautiful garden, and most importantly, a deeply caring staff. read more

Good quality and Disciplined Education through the Lord's name. I love this environment and my daughter is enjoying it learning here. Thanking the Lord daily for this opportunity. read more

We started at CTC after Mira Mesa Christian Preschool abruptly shutdown two years ago. The closure turned out to be a blessing a disguise. We love Christ The Cornerstone. CTC is small but mighty. My little girls have developed a beautiful love for the Lord. My oldest, 6, is thriving in Kindergarten and my youngest, almost 4, is really enjoying her class and school friends. I highly recommend CTC for parents looking for a Christ-centered and reasonably priced alternative to public school. The elementary school emphasizes values that are extremely important to our family. It also prioritizes learning and does so in an environment where the kids get extra attention. My kindergartner is one of eight kids taught by an excellent teacher. She is reading and writing extremely well for her age. Plus, she memorizes a new Bible verse every week. And we love the variety of after-school clubs that are offered. The after-school daycare option is very cheap and well run. And the summer program is great too. On the preschool side, we adore Ms. Kat and Ms. Angela, who have taken extra special care of our girls. The preschool also has nice classrooms, as well as a perfect, age-appropriate playground and grassy area. My littlest always seems to be having a blast when I come to pick her up in the afternoon. read more

We are so glad we found Christ the cornerstone. We had a not so good experience at public school. So with the amazing help of his teacher we were able to catch my son up to where he needs to be. I highly recommend this school for your children. The class size alone is a tremendous help in a child's education, the teachers here have the time to help each child. read more

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This review is long overdue as our child had attended Christ the Cornerstone Academy from preschool through elementary school. We knew it was the right school from the beginning when our child's eyes lit up from the playground during the tour. The teachers are amazing and the class sizes are small so your child will get the attention they need. Shout out to teachers past and present including Ms Jackson, Ms Marilyn, Ms Schram, Ms Carrel, Ms Carlos, Mr Marvin, and especially Ms Bortz for taking the time to really get to know the kids! In addition to their normal classroom, kids will also get to go to weekly chapel, take physical education, music, and computer classes. There is also affordable after school daycare and summer sessions. Various field trips will have your children learning outside the classroom too. Students participate in Christmas and spring musicals which are always fun to see how much talent and enthusiasm they all have. Last but not least, I loved the classroom grandparents that would come read to the kids or help out with special occasions. Like celebrating birthdays. This school is a hidden gem that I hope gets discovered by more families and a place weI will always keep close to our heart. read more

Lovely little school with a solid Christian foundation. My girls will be starting their 3rd year in the fall and enter 2nd and 4th grade. They love their teachers & the class sizes are small. The school seldom increases tuition as well! read more

We are satisfied with our experience at Christ the Cornerstone Academy! Our 3-year-old son is currently enrolled in the Friendly Fox class. Our son has made significant progress with his English skills, as well as his ability to follow instructions and greet others. We are so proud of how far he has come, and we credit the wonderful teachers and curriculum at Christ the Cornerstone Academy for helping him thrive. The teacher Ms. Jasmine (with the help of Ms. Kat from Brown Bear class) - is caring and attentive to every child's needs, and we appreciate how responsive the principal and staff are with emails and calls. Every day during pick-up, the teachers provide feedback on our son's day. They sometimes send pictures of him at the end of week so we can see what he's up to! Ms. Jasmine went above and beyond by getting a nightlight for our son because he's afraid of the dark during nap time. It's those little extra touches that really make this school stand out. One other thing that's worth mentioning is that this school is super cost-friendly compared to other preschools in San Diego. Overall, we highly recommend Christ the Cornerstone Academy to anyone looking for a caring and loving preschool program. read more

My 3 little ones have grown up with Christ The Cornerstone engraved in their memory. The teachers love them like their own kids. Although my youngest is about to graduate from preschool in about a week, it's bittersweet to say farewell to everyone. Every morning you will see Teresa's and Mrs. Kim's smiles and greetings. My kids had Ms. Susan, Mrs. Lillian, Ms. Elizabeth, and Ms Becca. All great teachers you can never part with. If you are hesitating, don't . Send your kids here. I recommended this school to my coworker and she sent her 2 kids. I recommended to my close friend and she sent her 2 kids. Most loving and educational school. read more

Great preschool in the neighborhood. Very caring teachers and staffs. My daughter loves going to school now. read more

Christ The Cornerstone Academy - This is a picture of Grandparents Day at CTC. We love our preschool. They have amazing teachers. - Elementary Schools Near Me - San Diego, California

I can't say enough great things about CTCA. This was the first year for our kids at the school since we made the decision to take our kids out of public school. Best decision we have ever made. Our children's teachers have been beyond amazing. Our kindergartener is on the spectrum and we were afraid the change might have a negative effect on her, but it was the opposite. She was blessed with and amazing teacher, Ms. Choi and she can't get enough of the school. To the point that she wants to go to after school day care and wants to be one of the last kids to come home. She is always so happy to go to school and when she can't attend due to illness she feels sad. Not only is the school amazing so is their summer program. Our second grader has been flourishing so much academically that we are amazed. We are beyond grateful with God for allowing us to be a part of CTCA. read more

I cannot say enough how great this school is. Caring teachers, abundant school activities and happy kids. They have weekly music class and playball class (playball is outside of tuition but super affordable). We've been sending our kids to different schools but this one is definitely our favorite. The teachers are pouring their heart to help the kids grow emotionally and academically. My boys are having the best time at CTCA. If you are a Jesus follower, it is even better. They teach the truth from Bible and have weekly chapel service. The boys always surprise me with the worship songs and bible stories they learned at school. Some of the classrooms are a little dated but kids do not care about that. They have a big playground. I always see them running around happily during pickups. We love this school so much!! read more

My wife searched far and wide for our son (at the time was 2 years old) when it was time to put him into a daycare facility. We are quick to assess and I will say we are very happy with the teachers, the environment, and the academy as a whole. He's been there since October 2021 and our daughter will start this year in October as well. (2nd grade class) The most important thing for me - I'm especially happy with the teachers, I can tell they care and really teach them well. It is not easy by any means to take care, let alone teach, a group of 2,3,4, or even 5 year olds. I know it can get frustrating but here they are day in and day out, and I see the kids behaving very well and happy with their environment. When it's time to pick up my son, I can hear and see the interactions between the teachers and kids and I can tell that they have good relationships with them. Our son has gone through 2 different teachers (one retired from the same grade class) and will go to his third for the next grade. I can tell all of them care and love for their classes! read more

This is a small, tight-knit school that feels like an extension of the family. The teachers and staff are wonderful and truly practice the Christian values that they teach. Now wrapping up third grade, I feel like my daughter is thriving in this nurturing environment. read more

CTCA came highly recommended and has been everything we heard and more. All the staff are super friendly and loving & it shows they do all they do for our kiddos out of love. My son loves going to school since he started here and has grown so much as a child of God, I also now highly recommend CTCA. LPK read more

Can't say enough good things about them. My oldest who is now 9years old attended their preschool (3 and 4 yr old class)and my now 4year old currently goes here (2, 3 and 4yr old class). It's not just a "daycare" it truly is a school type setting. There's structure, tons of learning and play. My kids truly loved this place and all the staff. The staff is so amazing with all the kids. Even though it is at a church, they are not pushy about joining their church. They really are a hidden gem. My kids have been more than ready academically when it was time to start Kindergarten. read more

My son attend this school so I strongly recommend CTCA to whom wants to find a school which has a God oriented education and teachers who teaches kids with love and the truth. They have amazing music program which every kids make a great musical every seasons and occasions including instrumental playing and dance. Teacher student ratio is also amazing. My son is 2nd grade ,there is only 9kids in the classroom! They have Wednesday chapel,so preschool to 5th grade even family members gather all together in the sanctuary every week , we worship together and encourage each other , communicate about school event etc. They have amazing computer class , various after school club which is homework club, origami, soccer, karate, bell choir, praise team, etc. I also really like their hot lunch menu. It is really great ! Their meat ball pasta. Mac and cheese, real chicken nuggets ,mexican foods and salads everything is so good!!! You should try them! They offer a great summer camp too! I don't need to worry about summer vacation because their program is real gem!! In the morning kids have reading class , math class , and other enrichment classes and afternoon teachers take kids to bowling, swimming, park playground, zoo, even beach!! I am really thankful that my son goes to CTCA!! read more

Christ CornerStone Christian school is amazing. I wanted a smaller class size for my child. The one on one with my child is amazing. I highly recommend this private school for inquiring families. You will not be disappointed. We're so Blessed to find this amazing school for our family. read more

We discovered Christ the Cornerstone in April of 2023. We moved our son out of San Diego Unified and haven't regretted our decision. Christ the Cornerstone has been an amazing school for our son. The staff and teachers are amazing. When we first enrolled, our son was far behind where he should have been due to the lack of education provided in his public school. His levels across all subjects have drastically improved. In his first four months, his reading and comprehension went from below a first-grade level to a second-grade level. The same for his math skills. I credit his teacher, Mrs. Dosch, for spending the extra time and effort in making him feel comfortable and instilling the desire to learn. He loves going to school now. He also joined the chimes choir and loves learning music. Mrs. Carel does a fantastic job putting together the school plays and choir musicals. We are so happy we have found a school where our son can thrive and learn in a Christian environment. The only negative with this school is they don't go all the way through middle school. We have our fingers crossed; they will be able to grow before our son moves on to middle school. I would recommend Christ the Cornerstone to anyone want their child to have a great education based in faith. read more

My wife and I have our two granddaughters in the school here and it is terrific. The teachers do a great job with the kids and we 've seen a big difference in both of our granddaughters this year. read more

We highly recommend Christ The Cornerstone Academy. The teachers and staff are extremely caring and dedicated to educating their students. Our child attended CTCA post-Covid. The teachers were instrumental in raising our child's knowledge back up to grade level following the pandemic. CTCA's after school and summer programs were extremely valuable for our child. The learning environment is very caring and promotes students working together. read more

My kids have been at CTC since they were 3 yrs old. I can't say enough on how great the preschool teachers are at every level. My kids were always excited to go to school everyday. They were both very prepared by the time they got to Kindergarten. Now they are in 1st and 3rd grade and are still always excited to be at CTC. They've created great friendships with both students (in different grades) and teachers. They are excelling academically, socially, and morally. CTC has also done a great job of navigating through the COVID protocols and logistics and have kept our children safe and healthy. read more

I love CTCA. My son has been going here since he was 2.5 years old. The teachers are great. I love everyone of them. He loves coming here and always excited to see his teacher. Everyone here is nice and always have a smile on their face. I highly recommend CTCA. They treat my son as one of their own. read more

I don't even know where to start. I don't want to write a lot but I need to share my experience. For the last 6 months my 2nd grader has been experiencing some horrible headaches. The doctors and medication have not been helpful at all. The ENTIRE staff at CTCA, teachers, directors, music teachers, PE teachers, her own teacher, have been amazingly understanding throughout this stressful process. They ALL ask me how she is doing and assure me they are praying for her. They accommodated her every step of the way when her headaches were so debilitating that she could not continue with her day. It was anywhere from laying her head down at her desk to even taking a nap in the class library. All the teachers there really care about the students' education and the music teacher puts so much effort in their musical programs and really loves the kids. The staff is so friendly and welcoming. Not to mention their Godly principles are right where they are supposed to be. My daughters have developed such a devotion for God's word and my 8yo learned about baptisms and even was baptized at our church. We enrolled our children at CTCA after seeing all the great recommendations in our local neighbor group and it did not disappoint. I am so grateful with God that we found this wonderful school. read more

Great place! Both my kids go here and staff and teachers are great! The pastor is very kind and has a great way of talking to kids and parents. read more

CTC is the place to be for my toddler! He's grown so much in his 8 months here. Learning to potty, feeding himself, colors, numbers, making friends. I can't say enough good things about CTC. We checked out most of the other pre-k programs in town and have found that CTC is the best value for your money. All of the teachers and staff are great. Did a wonderful job navigating Covid. When my infant turns two, she will definitely be a little lion read more

My daughters started attending CTCA when they were 2 years old. We have had the best experiences at this school. Even though we were not parishioners there, they welcomed us like family and have always made us feel at home. My 2 oldest daughters have thrived there. They love their teachers and all the staff. My oldest daughter has severe food allergies and we have had not one problem since she has been going there for almost 4 years now- she is currently in the kindergarten class on the elementary school side. C go above and beyond to make sure our children are safe, loved, and receiving a high level education that also includes lessons on loving others, being kind, and that God loves them no matter what! We will send my youngest daughter there to join them later this year and she is so excited to attend school with her sisters. CTCA really helped make the decision to send our girls back to in-person learning, after a brief time away last year, much easier. They have taken many precautions and continue to keep our children safe---thank you CTCA!!!! read more

Love it here! Great teachers and staff are amazing! My daughter has learned so much in preschool this year. Thank you, CTC!

I was struggling to find a preschool for my daughter and was very relieved to discover Christ the Cornerstone Academy. We have attended CTCA for two years and have loved our experience. My daughter is now 4 years old and has learned so much. The classes are small which allow the teachers to focus on each child's growth. The campus provides a safe place for my child to learn and play, and the staff always greet us with a smile. I would highly recommend CTCA for any parent looking for a a reliable preschool or elementary school for their child. read more

I like the school because it has good teachers and students, staff members are very kind. My daughter is in the School for the last four years and we highly recommend. My daughter loved this school and all the activities like chorus and bell choir, and also Spanish and guitar activities. We just loved this school. read more

Christ is the cornerstone of this school! As soon as we walk in. Ms Teresa always greets us with amazing energy and a wonderful smile. My 4 year old is learning so much here. read more

Amazing elementary school with caring teachers and staff! We moved our son here during Covid shut down and were only planning to stay for the one semester but he excelled so much that we stayed! Small class sizes where teacher can give each student the level work they need has been amazing. He gets extra help where he needs it and is able to work on advance work where it is appropriate. He gets PE, music, computers (actually working on programming, typing assignments, using spreadsheets etc even in 2nd grade - not just playing computer or typing games) all multiple times a week. And most importantly he is happy! read more

I'm obsessed with this sweet school! 5 stars is NOT enough. The teachers, assistants and ALL staff are caring and kind. My daughter is in preschool and the shows, activities, lessons and events are amazing. She is learning in a small, safe and most important loving environment. She enjoys going to school each day. This school is fantastic. read more

This school is a gem and such a blessing to my family. My son is now in first grade and has attended since 4 years old. I would say it is a very wholesome, positive, loving and safe environment and we love all of the teachers and staff. They are so kind and seem genuinely happy to be working there. My son looks forward to going to school everyday. Also, I have a teaching background and I feel like the curriculum and academics here are very well balanced - not too lenient or rigorous. Also because of the small class sizes, my son's teachers have been able to focus specifically on his needs. Furthermore, the music teacher Ms Carel is phenomenal and the kids put on several incredible faith based performances every quarter. The principal Ms Tammy has walked us through some tough situations and she has been patient, kind and extends Christ's love genuinely. It's definitely a family feel here and you're lucky if your child gets to attend! read more

We have had our 2.5 year old at CTC preschool for a little over a month now and I can't say enough how happy we have been! The staff here is very attentive and caring, making the transition for our son so smooth. To top it off, we are in unprecedented times and CTC has been adhering to Covid protocols that make us feel safe. We are hoping to get our friends' children to attend the preschool as well as we know they would also enjoy it. read more

Love this school and church!!! All of my kids have attended preschool here and are currently attending day school!! The teachers, admin, principal, staff, and pastor are enthusiastic, compassionate, and work hard to provide a quality education. I love that class sizes are appropriate which allows for individualized attention. I'm grateful that my kids are getting a well rounded education in a family friendly environment at a reasonable cost and able to grow spiritually. Thank you CTCA!! read more

This school is a hidden gem. ( No, I was not paid to write this.) It may look unappealing from the outside, but all the staff and students are lovely. The school is small enough so everyone knows everyone, and my child is very happy there. She has learned many important lessons in a caring, helpful environment. I cannot speak for the preschool as we have not had a need for those services, but I trust they are just as good as the dayschool. Pros + offer summer program + after school daycare + great music program Cons - need an updated look Check it out sometime !!! read more

My child attended CTC 3 year old preschool until Kindergarten and our family loved it. We could not find any daycare/public school in 2013 that measured up to this school. We loved that it was academic and our daughter was challenged, which kept her from becoming bored like she was in daycare. We loved all of her preschool teachers, all of whom were attentive to her needs. The preschool director listened to my concerns and made adjustment to fit my child's needs. Unfortunately, the school has lost many of the preschool teachers and the new ones do not seem to be as friendly and welcoming (in passing). On the plus side, the school has opened a 2 year old program, but I was not a fan of it. The two year old teacher seemed distant and I noticed there was no interaction with my child on multiple occasions (at different times of the day). The toys also did not seem age appropriate from what I saw. Lastly, kindergarten was awesome. My daughter loved it. Academically they are doing things that public kinder was not doing.The children are exposed to many countries, learn to read, spell, write stories, they started the day with bible study/lesson (my child's favorite), computers, art, and even did a little cooking with the teacher's special guest.They also provide after school clubs for a small fee plus daycare charges. They have small classes. They plan several field trips throughout the year, which the kids loved. I loved that the parents and there for each other without hesitation. Oh, for the new school year, they are looking for expand daycare and open at 6:30 am, which would really help some parents. Hopefully it happens. We had to leave the school before the end of the school for a job opportunity, but once we get everything in order, we hope to return to San Diego and Return to CTC in the future. read more

Christ the Cornerstone church and academy have helped me raise my two boys. They both started in the 3 year old class in Preschool. My oldest graduated in 5th grade Wangenheim Middle School. The middle schools in Mira Mesa know that Christ the Cornerstone Academy is an excellent academic school. His middle school teachers recommend my oldest son to be the GATE program. His teacher also wanted him to be part of the ASB! He is thriving socially and academically! My youngest is in the 5th grade and will graduate in the spring. He always receives A's and B's and participates in the Student Council, just like his brother did. It is bittersweet that my youngest will be graduating from CTCA, but I know that he is prepared socially and academically for middle school. ALL the CTCA teachers my boys had from Preschool to 5th grade were excellent. They all taught my boys about Christ's love and how to serve others in need. The teachers were caring disciplinarians. My boys are respectful and always got Student of the Month awards. CTCA has a great well-rounded academic curriculum, including pull-out classes, such as music, computer, and PE twice a week. My boys also enjoy the summer program, which includes Art, cooking, and Music, along with reading and math and Field trips!!! CTCA is an extended family to me, as a parent, because they helped me raise my boys. I am proud of my boys' excellent academic achievements. Also, my boys grew with foundations in Christ's love and respect for people and God's other creations through the actions of the CTCA teachers and staff. I cannot thank CTCA enough for my children's education. God has truly blessed me and my family. read more

From the moment I step foot in this place, I knew CTCA was the right place for my son. From the school director to the secretary, everyone here has that genuine appreciation of caring for kids the way God intended. The teachers are very informative and have the goals for your child to succeed. My son is 4 years old and enrolled in Pre-K. After the first day of school, the director recommended that his current class was too big and would benefit more in a smaller class. We agreed and he was put into a class of 10 students. He has been excelling more and more each day. They really do care about his growth and development. I love the fact they will take the time to give you sort of a quick but detailed daily report of his progress and what we as parents can do to help further his learning development. His previous school did none of that. We are very happy and blessed to have our son here at CTCA! read more