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Pre-K Schools in San Carlos, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools

HAPPY CAMPERS PRESCHOOL DAYCARE

Audra runs an absolutely amazing preschool. She cares deeply about the kids and her staff. I have 3 kids and we have been going there for...

- Janice C.

The Children's Place

As a dad, I’ll admit I was nervous when my son first started at The Children’s Place. He was shy and unsure of himself, and I wasn’t sure...

- Care member

Michelle's "Explorers" Family Home Daycare

It seems like any parent I talk to that sends their child to daycare has "that one thing..." that they just don't like about where their kid...

- Mega B.

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CHILDRENS PLACE, THE

1336 Arroyo Avenue SAN CARLOS, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1950/mo
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
+ 3 more
The Children’s Place is a nonprofit preschool in San Carlos where kids ages 2–5 learn and grow through play. Since 1981, we’ve been helping children build confidence, friendships, and the skills they need for kindergarten in a safe, nurturing environment. Our 5000 sq ft outdoor play area features a large play structure,...
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HAPPY CAMPERS PRESCHOOL DAYCARE

1776 LAUREL ST SAN CARLOS, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$2150/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
We're a fantastic preschool/pre-k program with easy access to Hwy 101 and CalTrain. Our open-concept facility is bright, clean, and safe, with a playground perfect for children ages 5m - 5 years. You will feel reassured that your child is in great and experienced hands, with long-standing teachers trained in early care and...

Janice C. says "Audra runs an absolutely amazing preschool. She cares deeply about the kids and her staff. I have 3 kids and we have been going there for the last 6...

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The Children's Place

1336 ARROYO AVENUE SAN CARLOS, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1950/mo
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 2 more
The Children’s Place is a nonprofit, play-based preschool in San Carlos dedicated to nurturing young learners ages 2–5. Since 1981, we’ve provided a warm and welcoming environment where children grow through hands-on exploration, creativity, and social connection. Our experienced teachers design age-appropriate activities that...

Care Member says "As a dad, I’ll admit I was nervous when my son first started at The Children’s Place. He was shy and unsure of himself, and I wasn’t sure how he’d...

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Preschool
The play based curriculum is designed to achieve not only kindergarten readiness, but to prepare children for a lifetime of success in all their endeavors, by teaching them self-control, problem solving and how to interact respectfully with other people.
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After School

2757 Melendy Dr San Carlos, CA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
After School is a licensed center providing child care since 1981, located in San Carlos, CA. It offers kindergarten programs. They provide a safe, nurturing environment and age appropriate activities that maximize your child’s learning capabilities. It is open Monday to Friday from 6:00a.m. to 6:00p.m.
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Legarza Basketball Camp

1027 Bransten Rd San Carlos, CA

Legarza Basketball Camp located in San Carlos, CA specializes in children from Kindergarten to Eighth Grade. The program offers Summer, Winter, President, Spring, MLK Day, All Sports, and Thanksgiving Camps. The camp aims to place the child and his or her personal development ahead of the game.
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Kindercourt School System

1225 Greenwood Avenue San Carlos, CA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Kindercourt in San Carlos, California, is one of three educational centers of Kindercourt School System. The center offers its services to children ages Preschool through Kindergarten, implementing programs that are fun and stimulating. Kindercourt offers a supportive and loving environment that helps enhance cognitive, social,...
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Wizbots - Imagineering for Kids

233 Highland Avenue San Carlos, CA

Preschool
Child care
Wizbots Imagineering for Kids located at 233 Highland Avenue, San Carlos, California, offers childcare and learning services. The school is open from nine PM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It provides before- and after- school programs,...
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Michelle's "Explorers" Family Home Daycare

Kent Street San Mateo, CA

5.0(3)
Michelle's Family Daycare started off in 2001 as a Daycare home that, over the years, has grown into a preschool program in which children develop social skills, bilingual skills, leadership skills and prepares your child for kindergarten. With a 4 child : 1 provider ratio, we create a caring and stable environment for your...

Mega B. says "It seems like any parent I talk to that sends their child to daycare has "that one thing..." that they just don't like about where their kid goes... Well,...

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Kids Konnect Preschool and Daycare

2145 Bunker Hill Dr San Mateo, CA

3.7(3)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Kids Konnect offers fantastic childcare in San Mateo for children aged 2-6. After opening two successful preschools in Pacifica and Oakland we're saying hello to San Mateo! Our emergent play-based curriculum for pre-kindergarten, and preschool children is highly rated by our parents and allows us to ensure every child reaches...

Joe P says "We've moved our two children to Kids Konnect and was the best move we've ever made! Much faster progress for my 4 year old and everyone was so welcoming."

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Safari Kid San Mateo

521 E 5TH AVE SAN MATEO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$2280/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Waldorf
Reggio emilia
Montessori
+ 3 more
At Safari Kid, we believe childhood should be celebrated! Our proprietary preschool curriculum takes inspiration from a mix of both traditional methods (Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf) and reflects current brain research on early childhood development. This has resulted in a focus on the whole child, in which we offer the...

Danielle B. says "My son has been going since he was 18 months and he is super happy with the daycare and looks forward to going in every day. He learns a lot and has fun...

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Safari Kid Redwood City

1709 WOODSIDE RD REDWOOD CITY, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$2450/mo
Academic
Montessori
Waldorf
Reggio emilia
Preschool
+ 2 more
At Safari Kid, we believe childhood should be celebrated! Our proprietary preschool curriculum takes inspiration from a mix of both traditional methods (Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf) and reflects current brain research on early childhood development. This has resulted in a focus on the whole child, in which we offer the...

Lauren M. says "We have been with Safari Kids for 2 years now and have had nothing but a wonderful experience! The teachers are all very kind and supportive of every...

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Medina Family Daycare

849 Patricia Ave San Mateo, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

Medina Family Daycare is run by a mother and daughter duo, Delma and Marcela. Together, we have served our community for over 16 years. Our daycare is in our home, we have a classroom set up, outside play space and many activities indoors. We believe that children learn best through play, we have set up our home to be an...

Care Member says "They put my mind at ease. It was so nerve-racking having someone else watch my son for the first time but dropping him off at Daycare felt like dropping...

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ST. MATTHIAS PRESCHOOL

533 CANYON ROAD REDWOOD CITY, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
St. Matthias Preschool is a high quality early education program nestled in serene natural surroundings towered by beautiful trees that overlook our enormous, lush green outdoor park-like playground and stimulating classroom learning environments. We are an full-day, year round program infused with a robust play-based & academic...

Mandi L. says "We couldn’t be happier with our experience at St. Matthias Preschool and the impact it has had on both our son and our family. From the very beginning,...

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CASA DEI BAMBINI SCHOOL- REDWOOD CITY

1835 VALOTA RD REDWOOD CITY, CA

5.0(7)

State license verified

starting at
$2200/mo
Academic
International
Montessori
Kindergarten
Day Care
+ 1 more
Casa dei Bambini School is an International & Multicultural private school. Our school has been serving the Silicon Valley community since 1987. What sets our school apart from all other schools is our model and our vision for what young children's preschool and kindergarten experience can be. Great locations in Palo Alto &...

Care Member says "We moved our 3.5 year old to Casa dei Bambini mid-year last year and I am grateful everyday. The staff are kind, caring and excellent teachers. The...

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CASA DEI BAMBINI SCHOOL

457 COLLEGE AVE PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$2200/mo
Academic
International
Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
+ 2 more
Casa dei Bambini School is an International & Multicultural private school. Our school has been serving the Silicon Valley community since 1987. What sets our school apart from all other schools is our model and our vision for what young children's preschool and kindergarten experience can be. Great locations in Palo Alto &...

Care Member says "Casa is the best there is - look no further. We have sampled other schools, and from our experiences and from friends, there is just no place like Casa...

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Andino's Day Care

343 Dumbarton Ave. Redwood City, CA

5.0(10)

State license verified

With six years of experience as a nanny and seventeen years as a daycare provider, we strive to create a loving, safe, and educational environment. At Andinos Daycare our goal is to prioritize the health, learning abilities, and personal growth through playing, socializing with other children, and a bilingual setting. we offer...

Jane S. says "I cannot thank Isabel enough and would absolutely recommend her daycare for anyone's baby or kids. Her daycare is actually the first-ever daycare my baby...

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Little Flowers Daycare

3805 CASANOVA DR SAN MATEO, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1660/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
We are a Day Care that prides itself in taking care of children as a part of our family, with love, respect and a lot of consideration, we also work with parents as a team, for the better development of children and to ensure a smooth transition from home to daycare to Pre-K/Kindergarten. Our Day Care that has the design of a...
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St. Matthias Preschool

533 Canyon Road Redwood City, CA

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
St. Matthias Preschool and Pre-K Program has been serving families since 1977. The preschool open to children, 2 1/2 - 5 years old, offers families an affordable year round full day program with hours 7:30 am - 6:00 pm. Nurturing play base curriculum that includes music, creative hands on activities, science exploration, math,...
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Building Kidz of Palo Alto

415 LAMBERT AVE PALO ALTO, CA

State license verified

Academic
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Building Kidz of Palo Alto @ 415 Lambert Ave offers preschool, infant, toddler and per-kindergarten programs. Our 11,000 sq. ft Eco-friendly facility with an indoor and outdoor playground is conveniently located near the intersection of Oregon Expressway and El Camino Real. We are one of the highest rated preschool in Palo Alto...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in San Carlos, CA

Pre-k programs in San Carlos, CA offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in San Carlos, CA, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in San Carlos, CA typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in San Carlos, CA programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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