College Park Preschool was founded in 1962 and is a ministry of Faith Presbyterian Church. It is a non-profit organization supported entirely by tuition. The school is licensed by the State of California Department of Social Services, and accredited by the National Academy of Early Childhood Programs, a division of the National Association for the Education of Young Children, the nation’s largest organization of early childhood educators. Teachers and staff at College Park are selected on the basis of their caring, compassionate way with children and their professional training. The staff continues to improve their knowledge of child development through classes, teacher workshops, and regular classes in pediatric CPR and First Aid.

College Park Preschool is open to children on a non-discriminatory basis, without regard to race or religion. Children in the preschool classes need to be three years through five years of age and toilet-trained. Children in the Two's classes need to be toilet-trained. When classes are filled, a waiting list is maintained.

Preschool classes are in session from 9:00 AM until 12:00 PM, Monday through Friday. A M-W-F preschool class, a T-Th preschool class, or all five mornings are offered to preschool children. Pickup time is from 12 to 12:05 PM. Two's classes are in session from 9:00 AM to 11:45 AM, Monday through Friday. A M-W-F class or a T-Th class is offered to children in the Two's classes. Pickup time for children in the Tow's classes are from 11:55 to 12:00 noon. Holidays are the same as San Diego City Schools following a September - June traditional schedule.

The purpose of College Park Preschool is to provide a Christian environment in which each child gains a positive self-concept and develops to their full potential through a "whole" child approach. Small class sizes and a specially trained, highly qualified staff provides care that is responsive to each child’s individual needs. Each child feels free to learn and explore, be creative, develop skills, solve problems, and share with others.

A wide range of developmentally appropriate activities and meaningful experiences are provided for the children to learn more about themselves, their families, other cultures, and their community, and how to live with, accept, and celebrate the diversity and uniqueness of themselves and others.

A loving, positive atmosphere within a small school "family" creates a sense of belonging. Parent-teacher partnerships provide a strong basis for communication and a support system for child, parent, and teacher

The daily program for Two's and preschool classes include indoor and outdoor play utilizing a variety of equipment to develop large and small motor control. A theme-based approach incorporates all areas of the curriculum from circle times for music and movement, literature and language arts, arithmetic and science, dramatic activities, and stories and sharing. A wide range of experimentation with various art media and creative materials are offered as well as a nutritious snack. Other activities include cooking, computers, woodworking, community speakers, and field trips. Special activities such as Spaghetti Social, Imagination Parades, Santa's Workshop, Open House, Parent Luncheons, Dad’s Night, Mom’s Mornings, and holiday activities are held throughout the year.

Parents are welcome to take an active role in the life of the school. Parents are specifically encouraged to visit and participate in their child’s program at anytime. Opportunities for such involvement include: