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We have 60 preschools in Atherton, CA! Compare and find the best preschool to fit your needs.

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LILLIPUT PRESCHOOL AND INFANT CENTER

Such a good experience! We started our son when he was an infant and he has been there since. We had a family health scare and they were...

- Aurora C

Avid Kids Circle

Our daughter received the best care and education during the 3 years she was at Avid Kids. It's been over 2 years since she graduated from...

- Care member

Mi Escuelita Daycare Preschool

My son was with Iris and Juanita from 2 months of age until TK. I love, love, love these two women. Dropping him off each day was like...

- Alejandra D.

Top Preschools Near Atherton

Menlo Atherton Bilingual School

999 Ringwood Ave Atherton, CA

State license verified

Menlo Atherton Bilingual School is a licensed family daycare center which operates first and foremost as an English/Mandarin language immersion school. We believe that the preschool years are a formative period in the social, linguistic, and academic development of children. Our goal is that our students acquire age appropriate...

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CCLC School Age at Las Lomitas Elementary

299 Alameda De Las Pulgas Atherton, CA

Child care

We respect each child as an individual with unique qualities of personality, intelligence and creativity. Our highly trained and educated staff have set up an environment that is clean, fun, creative and most importantly "child centered." We feel an open line of communication between the center and parents is how we build a...

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CCLC School Age at Las Lomitas Elementary

299 Alameda De Las Pulgas Atherton, CA

Preschool

Kindergarten

Child care

CCLC School Age at Las Lomitas Elementary is a licensed child care facility based in Atherton, California that serves children between the ages of 6 weeks to 12 years old. The company’s programs aim to develop children’s cognitive and social skills, creativity, and personality by providing a learning environment that is safe,...

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Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton

150 Valparaiso Avenue Atherton, CA

Preschool

Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton is a child care center located at 150 Valparaiso Avenue, Atherton, CA that is oriented towards the physical, mental, and social well-being of their students. They have various individualized programs and that are designed to help children learn according to their current developmental level.

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Playschool

150 Watkins Ave Atherton, CA

Preschool

Child care

Playschool located at 150 Watkins Avenue, Atherton, CA operates Mondays through Fridays from 8:30 AM to 4 PM and specializes in children ages eighteen months to four years old. The school offers Toddlers, Preschool, Prekindergarten, Enrichment Care, Drop-In Care, and Summer Camp programs.

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LILLIPUT PRESCHOOL AND INFANT CENTER

3789 PARK BLVD PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at: $1800/mo

Cooperative

Developmental (play-based)

International

Preschool

Day Care

+ 1 more

Lilliput Infant/Toddler center was founded by Vicky Heler and has been family owned since 1985. Vicky moved to the US to study child psychology at Stanford and earned a PHD + several masters. She started her Infant/Toddler center when her son was one and Lilliput has been in business ever since. Now her daughter and son-in-law...

Aurora C says "Such a good experience! We started our son when he was an infant and he has been there since. We had a family health scare and they were very helpful in...

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Avid Kids Circle

1097 Rockport Ave Redwood City, CA

5.0(6)

Avid Kids Circle is an independent experiential multi-sensory preschool and after-school program where kids will explore, create, engage and learn with their mind, body and bountiful spirit. Please visit our website for details. We look forward to hearing from you!

Care Member says "Our daughter received the best care and education during the 3 years she was at Avid Kids. It's been over 2 years since she graduated from there but she...

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Mi Escuelita Daycare Preschool

963 Lurline Dr Foster City, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

At Mi Escuelita Daycare and Preschool we help children learn in a developmentally appropriate environment. We believe the first 5 years of a child's life is the most important; therefore, they should have fun and benefit from a structured and yet flexible schedule! After all, even the experts agree that children learn mostly...

Alejandra D. says "My son was with Iris and Juanita from 2 months of age until TK. I love, love, love these two women. Dropping him off each day was like leaving him with...

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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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Tikiland Daycare & Preschool

3181 Bryant Street Palo Alto, CA

5.0(10)

State license verified

International

Academic

Outdoor/nature

Developmental (play-based)

Montessori

+ 3 more

Tikiland is a new Daycare & Preschool offers two programs: a preschool program for children ages 2-5 and an infant program for children 6 weeks - 2 years. Tikiland is the perfect hybrid between Montessori and play based learning. At Tikiland we believe that children need to spend lots of time outside enjoying nature and...

Care Member says "We’ve used Tikiland’s Drop-in Program since 06 '23 for occasional care and it’s been a total lifesaver. Even with just 2-3 visits every few months, both...

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Edgewood House Preschool

493 W Charleston Rd Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Reggio emilia

Cooperative

Outdoor/nature

Developmental (play-based)

Waldorf

+ 2 more

Hello Families, We are thrilled to announce that Edgewood House Preschool, a beloved Palo Alto preschool has expanded and now has immediate full-time openings!! Edgewood House Preschool is a relationship-based community of teachers, parents, and children bringing together all of the best practices for play based and family...

Tanya S. says "Both individually and collectively EHS boasts one of the best teaching teams you'll find in the ECE world. Your whole family will experience thoughtful,...

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Sequoia Children's Center

1234 Brewster Ave Redwood City, CA

4.3(6)

State license verified

Academic

Outdoor/nature

Developmental (play-based)

Preschool

Child care

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 developmentally appropriate...

Mercedes K. says "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...

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Redwood Parents Nursery School

3997 Jefferson Ave Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)

Cooperative

Developmental (play-based)

Preschool

For over 60 years, Redwood Parents Nursery School (RPNS), a parent-participation nursery school nestled in the Emerald Hills of Redwood City has offered classes for: *Toddlers: 1 day/week, 13 months - 23 months , Wed OR Fri AM - 9:15-11:15. *Twos: 2 days/week, 24 months - 35 months, Tues AND Thurs - 9:00-11:30. *Threes: 3...

Margie L. says "Best preschool EVER for those looking for a parent-participation, play-based preschool. You cannot beat the teaching staff here and the wonderful...

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St. Matthias Preschool

533 Canyon Road Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)

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,...

Elizabeth F. says "St Matthias preschool facilities are beautiful - an enormous outdoor play area set among redwood trees, a special kid-size dining room, beautiful...

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Palo Alto Preschool Bilingual Montessori

4232 El Camino Real Palo Alto, CA

4.0(2)

State license verified

Our school is a Bilingual Montessori Preschool for age 2 years old to 6 years old, with a focus on each child s whole development: small/large motor skills, independence, focus, self-discipline, team work, socialization skills, grace/courtesy, environmental awareness, creative expression, innovative thinker, and academics.

Care Member says "This preschool has been the best decision ever for my kids. It is a little further away, but the education quality is worth the drive. They're learning...

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Kids Konnect Preschool

1968 Old County Rd Redwood City, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic

Developmental (play-based)

Preschool

Child care

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 your family comes...

Katie says "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...

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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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All Five

1391 Chilco St Menlo Park, CA

5.0(2)

Outdoor/nature

Developmental (play-based)

Reggio emilia

Preschool

All Five is located just minutes from campus. Open year-round, Monday-Friday, 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. The director and teachers are loving and experienced educators (having worked for years at the Stanford nursery and other quality schools), and the school model is one that values diversity, mixed age groups, discovery, and play.

Kristen L says "Carol is a very skilled teacher who has been working with young children for many years at several programs including Bing, the much-desired preschool at...

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REDWOODS INTER. MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN

2000 WOODSIDE ROAD REDWOOD CITY, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at: $2400/mo

Academic

International

Montessori

Child care

Located very close to the heart of Silicon Valley, The Redwoods International Montessori School, (TRIMONT) absorbs the vibrant culture of its international inhabitants. TRIMONT is a sanctuary of child centered calm in the midst of an ever changing, bustling and innovative world. The vision of TRIMONT is to enrich the lives of...

Matt D. says "This is the best 2-year-old to TK school we've found in the area, after touring multiple and sending our two oldest children to two 2 other schools. It is a...

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There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Atherton, CA. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Atherton, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

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Find Trusted Preschools Near Me in Atherton, CA

Recent preschool reviews from local parents in Atherton, CA

LILLIPUT PRESCHOOL AND INFANT CENTER

Avid Kids Circle

Mi Escuelita Daycare Preschool

Top Preschools Near Atherton

Menlo Atherton Bilingual School

CCLC School Age at Las Lomitas Elementary

CCLC School Age at Las Lomitas Elementary

Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton

Playschool

LILLIPUT PRESCHOOL AND INFANT CENTER

Avid Kids Circle

Mi Escuelita Daycare Preschool

Andino's Day Care

Tikiland Daycare & Preschool

Edgewood House Preschool

Sequoia Children's Center

Redwood Parents Nursery School

St. Matthias Preschool

Palo Alto Preschool Bilingual Montessori

Kids Konnect Preschool

Michelle's "Explorers" Family Home Daycare

Kids Konnect Preschool and Daycare

All Five

REDWOODS INTER. MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN

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