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Miss Ali Escuelita

1495 Santa Fe Dr San Jose, CA

State license verified

Hello Parents! I am a Preschool Teacher offering child care at my licensed in-home daycare, a nurturing, safe, fun and clean environment. I have extensive experience with infant/toddlers and getting preschoolers ready for kindergarten. I am inspired by Reggio Emilia and Montessori philosophy: -Focus on the whole...
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Early Childhood Learning Academy

1919 GUNSTON WAY San Jose, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Early Childhood Learning Academy is a Kindergarten Prep Preschool, enrolling children, 2 to 5 years old. Our Mission: Our goal is to provide children with early care and education and help them acquire the skills they need to succeed in kindergarten and beyond, and to make learning a fun experience in a stimulating and loving...
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San Jose Day Nursery

33 N 8th Street San Jose, CA

State license verified

Waldorf
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
+ 1 more
Early Learning program serving children 6 weeks to entering kindergarten with children grouped by age and developmental level. Caring and educating the "whole child" for school and life readiness though interactive, hands-on activities that promote physical, social, emotional, and cognitive skills. Compassionate...
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Good Shepherd Christian School

940 S. Stelling Rd. Cupertino, CA

State license verified

Faith based
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
A Christian Preschool for children 18-months through Kindergarten within the Cupertino neighborhood. We are dedicated to fulfilling our commitments for the care and education at Good Shepherd Christian School. Our mission is to guide and support the development of the whole child -- spiritually, socially, emotionally,...
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Tot Turf

675 Manzanita Ave Sunnyvale, CA

Tot Turf is a small home daycare which welcomes children aged 2 years through 5. I also have openings for 1 part-time kindergartener as well as a 6 year old to 8 year old. I am an energetic recent college graduate who has my own home and is excited to begin making a difference in the lives of young kids. I have a Bachelor's...
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Butterflies Academy

14103 Saratoga Ave Saratoga, CA

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Butterflies Academy is a non-profit preschool in Saratoga. To learn more about our program and read our clients reviews, please visit our Facebook and Google pages: Google: https://goo.gl/mpTW34 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/butterfliesacademy/ References available upon request. We serve children from...
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camp integem

20432 Silverado Ave 210 Cupertino, CA

Camp Integem is a unique experience for K-12 students who love STEM, Art, Coding, AI, Design, Fashion, Animation, or Gaming to turn your imagination into cutting-edging designs. Teleport into your creation to experience the magic of your Holographic AR design and prepare you for future success. No prior computer, art or design...
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From Scribbles/ De Garabatos Spanish Immersion

900 Cuesta Drive Mountain View, CA

Spanish immersion program. Infant, toddler and preschool age children. Individual care for infants. Curriculum based on different themes and interest. Preschool curriculum prepares them for Kindergarten. Outdoor activities, field trips, learning thru play, arts and crafts, music, drama, story time, science exploration,...
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Happy Hearts Childcare

1225 Vienna Dr. 251 Sunnyvale, CA

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Child care
In-Home daycare
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
Happy Hearts Childcare is a play-based, hands-on learning facility. We love to play, learn and have fun in a small environment with lots of personal attention! Although we are a play-based daycare, your child will develop gross and fine motor skills, critical and cognitive thinking, social & emotional skills, and...
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SAFARI KID, INC.

1402 DEMPSEY RD MILPITAS, CA

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starting at
$1600/mo
Reggio emilia
Montessori
International
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
+ 7 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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COMMUNITY FIRST SCHOOL

1171 E CALAVERAS BLVD MILPITAS, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Philosophy Our programs support an eclectic philosophy which includes play based, high scope, emergent, discovery and developmentally appropriate practice. We provide a variety of learning opportunities that foster each child’s physical, social, mental and emotional development. We are committed to encouraging play,...

Amy D. says "My son has been attending Community First School for almost 9 months now, and it is by far the best parental decision I have made! My son was at the peak of...

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Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Sunnyvale Montessori House of Children in Sunnyvale, California is 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 families and kids from Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, and...
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Calaveras Montessori School of Silicon Valley

1331 E CALAVERAS BLVD MILPITAS, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Kindergarten
Preschool
Founded in 2002, the Calaveras Montessori School of Silicon Valley shares a campus with the Milpitas Unified School District offices. Families in the Calaveras Montessori community range from the general public to school district employees to new parents that are still working to complete their high school...
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Pre-K Mam Non

1635 E San Fernando St San Jose, CA

Child care
Preschool
Established in 2008, Pre-K Mam Non is a childcare center and early education provider located at 1635 E San Fernando Street, San Jose, California. The center provides a safe and fun environment for children, ages 18 months to 6 years old, to grow and develop. Pre-K Mam Non is open from Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
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Appleseed Almaden Montessori

5200 Dent Ave San Jose, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Appleseed Almaden Montessori is a private, state-licensed preschool that offers early care and learning programs for toddlers up to pre-kindergarten children. Located in San Jose, California, Appleseed admits children between the ages of eighteen months old to six years old. The company implements the Montessori Curriculum, and...
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Main Street Montessori School of Silicon Valley

630 S MAIN ST MILPITAS, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Kindergarten
Preschool
Main Street Montessori School of Silicon Valley is a fully implemented Montessori environment founded in 2012. Our classrooms have mixed ages and our head teachers are formally certified in the Montessori Method. We offer programs for children 2½ years to 6 years old with toilet independence which includes our Primary and...
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Creative Minds Child Development Center

4977 Dent Ave. San Jose, CA

Child care
Preschool
We are a dynamic Reggio-inspired center serving infants, toddlers, and preschoolers (ages 6 weeks old to pre-K). We offer flexible scheduling including full-time or part-time to meet our families' needs. We believe every child is naturally creative, curious, and driven to learn. It is our job as parents and teachers to respect...
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Central Nursery School

1177 Naglee Ave San Jose, CA

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
We are an exclusive private Pre-school Center serving the Rose Garden Neighborhood since 1967. Our Director Laurie Grey, and our wonderful teachers have been dedicated to high quality child development in a caring and nurturing environment. Come and visit to observe the interaction between the children and the staff, and you...
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Stepping Stones Preschool & Infant Care

201 Covington Rd Los Altos, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Stepping Stones Preschool & Infant Care provides a safe, loving, clean and stimulating environment. The school offers infant, preschool, and pre-kindergarten programs, with separate and specially designed areas, all with age-appropriate equipment. The school also boasts of a wonderful and spacious playground where children can...
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Bethanys Preschool Home and Daycare

1734 Loch Ness Way San Jose, CA

Child care
Preschool
Bethanys Preschool Home and Daycare is located at 1734 Loch Ness Way, San Jose, California. It provides high quality care for children 2 to 6 years old in a safe, nurturing environment. The school offers preschool and transitional kindergarten curriculum as well as after-school program. Operating hours are from 7:30 AM to 5:00...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Santa Clara, CA

Pre-k programs in Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, 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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