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Medina Family Daycare
5.0
Teacher Delma and Teacher Marci are amazing! The toughest part of being a parent is letting someone else do the nurturing while we go to work. With Delma and Marci, I had peace of mind that my sons were well cared for, eating healthy home cooked meals, and learning through hands on activities. My...
- Jackie P
Kids Konnect Preschool and Daycare
5.0
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.
- Joe P
St. Matthias Preschool
5.0
St Matthias preschool facilities are beautiful - an enormous outdoor play area set among redwood trees, a special kid-size dining room, beautiful large, bright, organized classrooms - and lots of easy access parking! A true gem nestled in Emerald Hills. Our daughter has struggled with attention...
- Elizabeth F
The Learning Tree Daycare
5.0
Jessica is a very talented, patient and kind caregiver. She has been the full time nanny to my daughter (and another little girl) since age 3 months. My husband and I have total trust in Jessica's ability to care for our daughter. She is responsive, flexible, and easy to work with. I highly...
- Julie K
Sequoia Children's Center
5.0
Both our children have attended here for the past year and it's just wonderful! Our kids are so excited to go to school every day, the teachers are fantastic and really care about the kids, and the administration really puts the families first. I highly recommend checking this place out for you and...
- Mercedes K
Pre-k schools in San Mateo, CA
5.0
(3)
Medina Family Daycare is run by mother-daughter, together we strive to provide quality care for your child. Our childcare is set up like a classroom and it is in our home, we focus on ensuring that each child develops appropriately and we support their education for a smooth transition to preschool...
5.0
"I have been search for a very good , safe place for my son to stay, he's 15 months and never been to someone's care before , just me and he's dad!
I did visit several day cares in San Mateo , and Delma and Marcela was the only one who I can trust.
He on he's...
Alessandra P
5.0
(2)
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...
5.0
"Fantastic environment for kids and really impressive staff. Highly recommend!"
Catherine B
Papillon Preschool is an Infant/Toddler/Pre-K school dedicated to the principles of social justice and respect for the uniqueness and diversity of each person. Our primary focus is placed on the needs of young children and their families. It is our belief that, by creating a community of...
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-...
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...
Bunker Hill Parent Participation Nursery School
2145 Bunker Hill Dr, San Mateo, CA
Starting at $285/mo
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...
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,...
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...
California College of Early Childhood Education
2333 S El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA
Starting at $350/day
California College of Early Childhood Education located at 2333 South El Camino Real, 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 learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and...
Ganon Early Childhood Education Center, conveniently located in central San Mateo, provides a nurturing environment designed to support your child in helping to establish self-identity, positive self-esteem and a growing desire for independence. Our play-based curriculum, which incorporates Jewish...
Nurture and Nature is a licensed Early Childhood Education Center located in San Mateo, CA. They offer both full-day and half-day programs for preschoolers and pre-k students ages 3 to 6. They aim to maximize each child’s potential by providing them age-appropriate programs that enable them to...
Family oriented with emphasis on kindergarten readiness
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-...
Located in San Mateo, California, A Plus Immersion Preschool serves children ages two through five years old. It offers play-based, kindergarten readiness, and immersion programs that aim to prepare children physically, socially, emotionally, linguistically, and cognitively. Additionally, the...
"Kidink is a NAFCC accredited program and a CA Early Childhood Mentor Site. This means we uphold the absolute highest quality Early Childhood program available. We have created a safe, nurturing program for young children that fosters life long learning and emotional well-being. We promote each...
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"St Matthias preschool facilities are beautiful - an enormous outdoor play area set among redwood trees, a special kid-size dining room, beautiful large, bright, organized classrooms - and lots of easy access parking! A true gem nestled in Emerald Hills. Our...
Elizabeth F
5.0
(2)
We are an intimate close knit family daycare locate in the heart of South San Francisco. We offer curriculum and preparation for pre-school and kindergarten. Part of their curriculum will include Spanish Immersion Circle time, which will include topics and activities that will teach them skills that...
5.0
"Jessica is a very talented, patient and kind caregiver. She has been the full time nanny to my daughter (and another little girl) since age 3 months. My husband and I have total trust in Jessica's ability to care for our daughter. She is responsive, flexible, and...
Julie K
4.3
(6)
We are a fully accredited and licensed Children's Center offering care and early education for ages 6 months to 5 years. Programs offered: infant and wobblers, young toddlers, preschool for 2s, preschool for 3s, preschool for young 4s, and Pre-Kindergarten for children who are 4 by Dec. 1. We employ...
5.0
"Both our children have attended here for the past year and it's just wonderful! Our kids are so excited to go to school every day, the teachers are fantastic and really care about the kids, and the administration really puts the families first. I highly recommend...
Mercedes K
5.0
(2)
We offer children age 4 months to 5 years a stimulating environment to learn and develop through a play-based curriculum at our infant center and preschool in Redwood City!
We're open every weekday from 7am - 6pm and with various tuition options, we will be able to help build a care plan ensuring...
5.0
"My son has been at Kids Konnect Redwood City for the past 15 months. We weren't sure how the transition would go with him being home during the initial COVID shutdowns, but he has thrived. I appreciate how play based it is. He went from refusing to color/ do most...
Katie
5.0
(2)
Kiddie Garden Preschool is a Christian Preschool located in downtown Redwood City. We offer full and part-time care at affordable rates. Our hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. We offer a year-round program with rolling enrollment.
Our Preschool program cares for...
5.0
"I was a Teacher Aide at this preschool!
Because of a dip in enrollment I was laid off.
However, I must say that I loved working at Kiddie Garden Preschool!!
Every day is started with time in chapel...singing spiritual songs and learning about God's love!
The...
Ester S
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in San Mateo, CA
What are the benefits of sending my child to a pre-k near me in San Mateo, CA?
Pre-k programs in San Mateo, 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!
What questions should I ask when researching a pre-k near me in San Mateo, CA?
We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in San Mateo, 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.
What will my child do at pre-k near me in San Mateo, CA?
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 Mateo, 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!
What else do I need to know about pre-k near me in San Mateo, CA?
Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in San Mateo, 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.
Ratings for San Mateo, CA pre-k schools listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Pre-K Schools in San Mateo, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools.