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After School Programs in Santa Clara, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed after school programs

Bright Star Childcare

Me and my younger sibling went here in our early years and we loved it!! The level of care, and attention to detail Auntie Purba and the...

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SCHOLARS ACADEMY

I have brought two of my children to scholars academy and the teachers and the staff treat us like family. My children have excelled in all...

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"ET" Kids!

My son went to ET kids for 3 years. Pam was always keeping the kids busy with fun activities and outings. We loved ET kids!

- Tina H.

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Bright Star Childcare

621 Aztec Court FREMONT, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Welcome to Bright Star Childcare and Preschool! Located in Fremont’s Warm Springs neighborhood near James Leitch Elementary School, we are a warm, nurturing home-based childcare program with more than 20 years of experience. We welcome children ages 3 months to 5 years and provide a thoughtful daily routine that includes...

Care Member says "Me and my younger sibling went here in our early years and we loved it!! The level of care, and attention to detail Auntie Purba and the staff provide...

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SCHOLARS ACADEMY

3703 SILVER CREEK RD SAN JOSE, CA

5.0(3)
starting at
$1325/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Welcome to Scholars Academy Preschool and Elementary School, where early education meets excellence. Our preschool program is crafted with care, offering a nurturing environment that sparks curiosity and fosters a love for learning. With experienced educators, engaging activities, and a focus on holistic development, Scholars...

Care Member says "I have brought two of my children to scholars academy and the teachers and the staff treat us like family. My children have excelled in all subjects in...

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"ET" Kids!

5083 Country Lane San Jose, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
In-Home daycare
+ 1 more
We are passionate about family! Each family is valued and each child is valued as an individual. I have over 35 years' experience and my partner has 15. We are committed to each child's growth building trust, joy and happiness through play, cooking, academics, field trips, parks, libraries, art, music, and honesty! We provide...

Tina H. says "My son went to ET kids for 3 years. Pam was always keeping the kids busy with fun activities and outings. We loved ET kids!"

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Erulgen School

555 Conti Ct SAN JOSE, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
International
Reggio emilia
Waldorf
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
+ 3 more
At Erulgen School, we nurture the future by honoring each child's natural curiosity, individuality, and inner strength. Founded by a mother and son team, our school blends the best of Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and STEAM education to create a vibrant, hands-on learning environment where exploration, creativity, and resilience...

Care Member says "Our 3-year-old has been attending Erulgen School for the past 5 months, and the growth we’ve seen has been incredible. In that time, he’s learned to tie...

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Pequenas Sonrisas

4075 Forestbrook Way San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
PEQUENAS SONRISAS was founded in 2008. My name is Laura; I am speak spanish, experience mother of 4 (22, 20, 19, 14) with 23 yrs of experience caring for children. We offer full-time and part-time day care services to ages 0-10. Our staff is trained in child care and certified in CPR and Red Cross. We pride ourselves in our...

Laura R. says "My nephews and my niece went to this DayCare Center and they had a great time. Laura is very honest, responsible and all the time she was very patient with...

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Building Kidz of Palo Alto South - OLD DASHBOARD

569 SAN ANTONIO RD PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1850/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Preschool
We are thrilled to be part of the Building Kidz Worldwide family of campuses, providing local Palo Alto families a plethora of services including toddler care, preschool, after-school for children up to 5th grade, and day and summer camp services. If you are looking for local childcare with easy access and a phenomenal...

Megha G. says "I am pretty happy, they are nice, flexible and accommodating!"

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ALOHA MONTESSORI

995 APRICOT AVE CAMPBELL, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Finding the right preschool for your child can be challenging and overwhelming. The first school they go to will shape their learning future. This is why, at Aloha Montessori, we believe in partnering with families to give children the best first transition out of the home. At Aloha, we "honor the light within each child."...

Care Member says "Aloha Montessori is truly a special place for children to grow and thrive. We enrolled our son at Aloha after leaving a large center preschool that left...

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Bebe Preschool Day Care

1946 ROSENELFE CIR SAN JOSE, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$355/mo
Outdoor/nature
International
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
+ 2 more
Bebe Preschool had been operated since 2009. Offer bi-lingual program, English and Vietnamese in preparation for TK and Kindergarten readiness. Three main meals are provided. Teacher:students ratios of 1:4 (am) or 1:6 (occasional pm). Accept subsidized programs. Balance Learn and Play. Build character development. Home...

Tuhan '. says "Ms.Lisa and her team really take care of the kids like their own. The school is super cultured and they are incorporating this into the childrens and opens...

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Joyous Joy's Preschool & Daycare

2102 Lacey Drive Milpitas, CA

4.0(6)

State license verified

Fully licensed family Daycare located in Milpitas, California. Certified care providers with First Aid/CPR/TB/Fingerprint/FBI background verified. Our mission is to provide a loving, stimulating yet clean, and safe environment for your children. We Teach children the importance of cooperation and sharing. Serving 16...

Sara T. says "Joy did an amazing job with our son! Her daycare is very clean, well run, and the kids really enjoy being there! Joy has had many years of experience...

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ONE WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL, INC.

1170 FOXWORTHY AVE SAN JOSE, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1530/mo
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Kindergarten
Preschool
One World Montessori is a nationally recognized, premier Montessori environment serving children 2 1/2 years through 12 years of age from communities in the greater San Jose area, and as far away as Santa Cruz and San Francisco, since 1979. Our goal is to provide an education that focuses on encouraging and guiding those...

Roberta W. says "The teachers are wonderful at One World Montessori school! They really helped my children establish a pre-academic routine that has helped them out...

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The Discovery Years - Berryessa

1411 PIEDMONT RD SAN JOSE, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
With over 30 years of experience, The Discovery Years offers exceptional preschool and daycare programs. Our dedicated teachers provide developmentally appropriate activities designed to prepare children for school. Each day includes enriching activities such as story time, circle time, free play, outdoor play, art, music, and...

Rosa R. says "The teachers are very supportive and they go above and beyond for the children. My children have been attending for a year. I feel like I have a peace of...

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The Discovery Years - Almaden

11843 REDMOND AVE SAN JOSE, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
With over 30 years of experience, The Discovery Years offers exceptional preschool and daycare programs. Our dedicated teachers provide developmentally appropriate activities designed to prepare children for school. Each day includes enriching activities such as story time, circle time, free play, outdoor play, art, music, and...

Rebecca C. says " I'm really happy with them. I have worked in education for 12 years now and I'm really picky where I place my children, When I went to the center they...

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Daydream Childcare

3583 Constance Dr SAN JOSE, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Montessori
Child care
Day Care
In-Home daycare
Daydream Childcare is a clean, organized, safe, and welcoming learning environment where a quality early childhood education is offered. With more than 15 years of childcare experience we offer age-appropriate learning activities that support children’s growth and development. At Daydream care we treat each child like family...

Care Member says "My son has been attending Day Dream for four years. Miss Maria provides the best childcare I have seen in the area; her experience really shows. My son...

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Joy Seasons Camp

2092 Concourse Drive STE 41 SAN JOSE, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Cooperative
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Kindergarten
+ 3 more
Joy Seasons Learning Camp offers enriching learning and activity experiences for children throughout the year, including public school breaks such as spring, summer, winter, and other school holidays. Our program combines creative writing, arts and crafts, science exploration, and sports games, helping children learn with joy...

Care Member says "I use backup care at the center and the staff is very reliable and responsible. My child is very happy with the service and we appreciate the care that...

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Building Kidz of Fremont at Warm Springs - NOW OPEN! Call for Grand Opening Discounts!

702 BROWN RD FREMONT, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
International
Montessori
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
+ 4 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 children aged 18m-6yrs....

Anna B. says "We have loved the community and environment for our son at Building Kidz"

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SANDHU, SUKHDEEP

PRIMERA CT SAN JOSE, CA

4.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1300/mo
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
Preschool
Being a mother of two, I understand that leaving your kids can be frightening; therefore, we are dedicated to having your kids feel at home in our family daycare. We offer a preschool program that develops the social, emotional and physical well-being of every child. Our mission is to understand that every child is unique and...

Myra A. says "My daughter started there at 11 months and she was really well taken care of. She took care of her like she's her own daughter. She is now 3 1/2 and doesn't...

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MILPITAS DISCOVERYLAND

1991 LANDESS AVE MILPITAS, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1850/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
International
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
+ 5 more
We provide a Christian Education and care for children ages 2 to 5. We pride ourselves in being able to help each child succeed by keeping our class sizes small. Our Preschool is a thriving developmentally appropriate program that allows children to learn through a hands on approach in the classroom as well as in our spacious...

Care Member says "We enrolled our children at Discoveryland based on a glowing recommendation from friends whose two boys had recently completed their time there. Our...

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SAFARI KID - SUNNYVALE

1271 W EL CAMINO REAL SUNNYVALE, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Montessori
Waldorf
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
+ 6 more
Safari Kid provides more than preschool and toddler programs that encourage lifelong learning. We also offer enrichment in the form of after-school programs for children in kindergarten through 8th grade, including arrangements for transportation from their local school. Our summer camps combine academics with sports, learning...
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Beautiful Minds

2200 Curtner Avenue 56 Campbell, CA

I am a licensed and certified home care professional with 16 years of experience. My program is year long including summers. I have before and after school care. To assist families I also take children to their after school activities if within reasonable distance and assist the children with homework. Fun activities follow...
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SAFARI KID

20100 STEVENS CREEK BLVD CUPERTINO, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Montessori
Waldorf
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
+ 6 more
Safari Kid provides more than preschool and toddler programs that encourage lifelong learning. We also offer enrichment in the form of after-school programs for children in kindergarten through 8th grade, including arrangements for transportation from their local school. Our summer camps combine academics with sports, learning...
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FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Santa Clara, CA

After-school programs near you in Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, 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.
To find a good after school program near you in Santa Clara, CA, look no further than Care.com. You can use Care.com to compare the profiles of different after school programs in your area, including how much they cost.

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