
Infant Care
A gentle beginning, with individualized care, sensory discovery, and a dedicated space for newborns to feel safe and loved.
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Where little ones
blossom.
A nurturing place to play, discover, and grow.
Exceptional infant care and joyful preschool in the heart of Torrey Pines.
Caring for little ones from 6 weeks to 5 years

A childhood filled with wonder.
Your child’s first years are full of possibility. At Golden Poppy, we create a safe, loving space where every little personality is celebrated—and every new discovery matters.
Our play-based, hands-on approach starts with your child’s interests, nurturing their cognitive, social-emotional, and physical development at their own pace.
Thoughtful care and joyful learning, made for every stage of your child’s early years.

A gentle beginning, with individualized care, sensory discovery, and a dedicated space for newborns to feel safe and loved.

Big discoveries for little explorers. Stories, songs, hands-on activities, and new friendships nurture growing independence.

Curiosity meets confidence. Creative play, early literacy, counting, and social connections build a joyful foundation for kindergarten.
Hands-on exploration guided by each child’s interests.
Friendships and social skills that grow through everyday play.
Dedicated newborn spaces and age-appropriate classrooms.
A playful foundation for learning, confidence, and kindergarten.
Behind every little milestone is someone cheering your child on. Our passionate educators bring warmth, experience, and a genuine love of early learning to each day.
Come say hello
Owner
A former public school site and district administrator, Sabriya brings her experience supporting PreK–8 families to the earliest, most important years.

Director
With more than five years as an early childhood educator, Cooper brings thoughtful leadership and a caring connection to our children and families.
Step inside our classrooms, meet our caring team, and imagine your little one here. We’d love to get to know your family.
Schedule Your TourServing Carmel Valley, Del Mar, La Jolla & Sorrento Valley
Monday–Friday · 7:00 AM–6:00 PM
Closed weekends and holidays