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After School Programs in San Mateo, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed after school programs

Gong's House Family Daycare

We feel so fortunate to have found this wonderful home-based daycare for our daughter. It’s a true gem, a warm, nurturing environment where...

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ABC Panda Childcare

She took care of both of our children. Very trusting. We trusted her with our children, she did a really good job not just at taking care of...

- Patrick D.

Building Kidz of San Mateo North - CALL FOR FALL PROMO

Director is super nice. Kids get a lot of outdoor time which is a plus for my expectations.

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Gong's House Family Daycare

1744 Pierce Street SAN MATEO, CA

State license verified

starting at
$2450/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Montessori
In-Home daycare
+ 1 more
At Gong’s House Family Daycare, we provide a warm, safe, and nurturing bilingual environment where children can grow and thrive. Our program blends play-based and Montessori-inspired learning to encourage curiosity, creativity, and independence. With healthy meals, a structured daily routine, and individualized attention, we...

Care Member says "We feel so fortunate to have found this wonderful home-based daycare for our daughter. It’s a true gem, a warm, nurturing environment where she is...

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ABC Panda Childcare

1762 LAKE ST SAN MATEO, CA

5.0(1)

Patrick D. says "She took care of both of our children. Very trusting. We trusted her with our children, she did a really good job not just at taking care of them but...

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Building Kidz of San Mateo North - CALL FOR FALL PROMO

120 LINDBERGH ST SAN MATEO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
International
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
+ 3 more
🌟 **Discover the Joy of Learning at Building Kidz School!** 🌟We invite you to experience firsthand how we nurture young minds through our unique "whole child" philosophy. Discover the joy of learning at Building Kidz School! At Building Kidz School, we’re dedicated to fostering creativity and growth in our students. Our...

Care Member says "Director is super nice. Kids get a lot of outdoor time which is a plus for my expectations."

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Kinder Academy Montessori

300 E Santa Inez Avenue San Mateo, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Kinder Academy Montessori in San Mateo, California, is a place where children can learn to be aware of themselves and their surroundings. Montessori trained teachers provide care and education for children 2 1/2 to 6 years old. The school operates Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Kinder Academy Montessori also offers...
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MagicEducation

2314 Norfolk San Mateo, CA

Magic Education is a small but refined after school serving children from ages four and a half to ten. Our school has both camp programs, and after-school care as well as summer school programs. We will focus on every aspect of child's growth. We tailor our attention to each child's cognitive, emotional, social and physical...
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Fashion Island Preschool

1404 Queens Ave San Mateo, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Fashion Island Preschool located in San Mateo, CA operates Mondays through Fridays from 7 AM to 6 PM and specializes in children from six weeks old to school-age. The center offers After School, Before School, Before and After School, Daytime, Drop-in Care, Emergency Care, Fulltime, Kindergarten, and Part Time Care programs.
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Universe of Colors

178 South Boulevard San Mateo, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
Universe of Colors offers Preschool Language Immersion Programs for children, 2-5 years old. We offer Spanish, French and Italian. Also After School for children, 5-9 years old. Our Full Body Immersion Programs teach your child a new language through fun activities such as art, music, puppets, story time, singing, etc.
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Intercommunal Pre School

713 2nd Ave San Mateo, CA

Child care
Preschool
The Intercommunal Pre School located at 713 2nd Avenue, San Mateo, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school operates from seven AM to five-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschool and prekindergarten prep. It provides before- and after- school programs,...
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Susty Kids, Inc.

951 Mariners Island Blvd #300 San Mateo, CA

Child care
Susty Kids, Inc. is a child care facility that offers in-school and after-school enrichment programs for young children. Located in San Mateo, California, the company offers a wide range of programs and activities such as arts and crafts, circuitry and electronics, reading, and various outdoor activities.
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Bunker Hill Parent Participation Nursery School

2145 Bunker Hill Dr San Mateo, CA

Child care
Bunker Hill Parent Participation Nursery School located at 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from nine AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It also offers before- and after-...
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Center for Learning and Autism Support Services

424 Peninsula Ave San Mateo, CA

In-Home daycare
Center for Learning and Autism Support Services located at 424 Peninsula Avenue, San Mateo, California, offers in-home family day care. It provides before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school operates from eight AM to five PM, Mondays to Fridays.
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Highlands Early Education Center

1851 Lexington Ave San Mateo, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Highlands Early Education Center in San Mateo, CA is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for kids from early education, after school program, middle school, and seasonal...
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Earlybird Preschool

120 Lindbergh St San Mateo, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Earlybird Preschool located at 120 Lindbergh Street, San Mateo, California, offers childcare and learning. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschool and prekindergarten prep. It provides before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school operates from seven AM to six PM, Mondays...
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The Little Scholars

143 South Blvd San Mateo, CA

Child care
The Little Scholars located at 143 South Boulevard, San Mateo, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It provides before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school operates from nine AM to...
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Beresford Montessori

1717 Gum Street San Mateo, CA

Kindergarten
Preschool
Beresford Montessori located at 1717 Gum Street, San Mateo, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from eight-thirty AM to five PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschool and prekindergarten prep. It provides before- and after- school programs, including...
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Graces Little Preschool

135 23rd Ave San Mateo, CA

Child care
Preschool
Grace's Little Preschool located at 135 23rd Avenue, San Mateo, California, offers basic childcare and learning. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschool and prekindergarten prep. It provides before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school is open from seven-thirty AM to...
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A Wise Choice Child Care

1760 Washington St San Mateo, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
A Wise Choice Child Care located at 1760 Washington Street, San Mateo, California, offers basic childcare and learning. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschool and prekindergarten prep. It provides before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school is open from seven AM to six...
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Sunshine Day Care

2056 Trinity St San Mateo, CA

Child care
Preschool
The Sunshine Daycare located at 2056 Trinity Street, San Mateo, California, provides basic childcare and learning services. The school operates from seven AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It also offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It also offers before- and after- school programs,...
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Cheryls Daycare

2 S Delaware St San Mateo, CA

Cheryl's Daycare located at 2 South Delaware Street, San Mateo, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from seven-thirty AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschool and prekindergarten prep. It provides before- and after- school programs,...
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Petite Sorbonne Preschool

319 E Santa Inez Ave San Mateo, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Petite Sorbonne Preschool located at 319 East Santa Inez Avenue, San Mateo, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school operates from...
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FAQs for finding after school programs near you in San Mateo, CA

After-school programs near you in San Mateo, CA vary in length depending on the program, both in how many hours your child will meet each time and how many weeks the program lasts. Some after-school programs may last for a few hours after school completes each day for the entire school year, while others might offer after-school activities for an hour onece a week. Ultimately, the duration of these after-school programs is going to depend on the activity, seasonality, and other factors.

After school programs near you in San Mateo, CA provide students with an opportunity to explore interests outside of classroom learning, build mentoring relationships, and develop a sense of community. These programs foster important social and emotional skills such as collaboration, responsibility, communication and problem-solving. They also help build self-confidence and enable informal educational experiences in a safe environment after the school day is over. After school programs are beneficial to both students’ academic and personal growth.

Depending on the program, activities in San Mateo, CA may include tutoring, computer classes, academic clubs and recreational sports teams. Some after-school programs also offer fun arts and crafts classes, music lessons and field trips. The primary purpose of after-school programs is to provide an environment where children can safely learn and grow while having a great time, and there are many avenues available to achieving this.

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