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Recent preschool reviews in Half Moon Bay, CA

Redwood Parents Nursery School

5.0

Best preschool EVER for those looking for a parent-participation, play-based preschool. You cannot beat the teaching staff here and the wonderful relationships you will build with the families in its membership. Every day is a magical experience for the children and adults alike!

- Margie L

Sunshine Day Care

5.0

Wow! Sunshine daycare is an amazing environment for your little one. Karla and her team are so attentive, loving, caring and just wonderful people. Karla took our son in after we had to move him from a different daycare. He transition to her daycare was easy and almost not noticeable. Every morning...

- Shelly R

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

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

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

Preschools in Half Moon Bay, CA

Coastside Children's Programs, Inc.

494 Miramontes Ave, Half Moon Bay, CA

Starting at $1140/wk

Coastside Children's Programs, Inc. in Half Moon Bay, California is a 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 child care and development centers that...

Coastside Child Development Center (ccdc)

565 Redondo Beach Rd, Half Moon Bay, CA

Costimate: $324/wk

The Coastside Child Development Center is a non-profit organization located in Half Moon Bay, CA. It has been providing child care services for 35 years and caters to infants, toddlers and preschoolers. They offer curriculum's that are focused on the social and emotional development of your child....

HOLY FAMILY CHILDREN'S CENTER

1590 Cabrillo Hwy S, Half Moon Bay, CA

Costimate: $324/wk

Located in Half Moon Bay, California, Holy Family Children's Center is an early childhood education provider that serves children ages three to six years old. It offers a preschool program which follows the Reggio Emilia-inspired approach to learning, and promotes the values of respect, community,...

Los Ninos Nursery School

20 Kelly Ave, Half Moon Bay, CA

Costimate: $324/wk

Los Ninos Nursery School located at 20 Kelly Avenue, Half Moon Bay, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from nine AM to four PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and...

Redwood Parents Nursery School

Redwood Parents Nursery School

3997 Jefferson Ave, Redwood City, CA

Costimate: $331/wk

5.0

(1)

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...
5.0
"Best preschool EVER for those looking for a parent-participation, play-based preschool. You cannot beat the teaching staff here and the wonderful relationships you will build with the families in its membership. Every day is a magical experience for the children...

Margie L


Sunshine Day Care

Sunshine Day Care

2056 Trinity St, San Mateo, CA

Starting at $3000/mo

5.0

(1)

The Sunshine Daycare is a licensed home daycare/preschool (lic. # 414001557) located in a quiet neighborhood in San Mateo close to hwys 92 and 101. I have been operating my daycare out of my home for the last 22 years and have 33 years of childcare experience. I work together with employee who has...
5.0
"Wow! Sunshine daycare is an amazing environment for your little one. Karla and her team are so attentive, loving, caring and just wonderful people. Karla took our son in after we had to move him from a different daycare. He transition to her daycare was easy and...

Shelly R


St. Matthias Preschool

St. Matthias Preschool

533 Canyon Road, Redwood City, CA

Starting at $1450/mo

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


Kids Konnect Preschool and Daycare

Kids Konnect Preschool and Daycare

2145 Bunker Hill Dr, San Mateo, CA

Starting at $1050/mo

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


Medina Family Daycare

Medina Family Daycare

849 Patricia Ave, San Mateo, CA

Starting at $425/wk

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
"Delma, Marcella, and Emma are AMAZING! My daughter has been with them since 6 months, she is now 4. She loves her teachers and is always eager to show up and does not want to leave. The daycare is very clean and tidy. Kids are kept clean and changed, they are very...

Heather A


Sequoia Children's Center

Sequoia Children's Center

1234 Brewster Ave, Redwood City, CA

Starting at $1960/mo

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
"Sequoia Children's Center (or "SCC" as us parents call it) has been the best experience for us with our two children. We started our daughter (who is now 5 and in the Pre-School class until the end of August when she starts Kindergarten) at SCC when she was 3 1/2...

Michelle H


MagicEducation

MagicEducation

2314 Norfolk, San Mateo, CA

5.0

(1)

Magic Education is a small but refined after school serving children from ages four and a half to ten. Our school has both camp programs, and after-school care as well as summer school programs. We will focus on every aspect of child's growth. We tailor our attention to each child's cognitive,...
5.0
"When you walk in, you are greeted warmly and politely and are helped immediately! Safety is of utmost importance at this facility so families should always feel safe and that their children are in good hands."

Coco X


HOME Montessori School

533 Roliins Rd, Burlingame, CA

Costimate: $329/wk

5.0

(1)

We offer childcare for families looking to provide their child with a loving and safe environment that's just like home. At HOME Montessori School, our goal is to help children learn important social, emotional, and behavioral skills that prepare them for a successful and happy future. We offer an...
5.0
"I found Home Montessori to be an excellent introduction to a "school" environment. Leah takes children younger than most Montessori schools, and was helpful in the potty training period. My child thrived in the environment Leah created. There is a varied curriculum...

Debra N


Little Builders Preschool & Daycare

Little Builders Preschool & Daycare

127 Hemlock Avenue, Redwood City, CA

Starting at $100/day

Little Builders is a Spanish immersion family preschool and daycare in Redwood City since 2014. We accept 18 months - 5 years old. The first year we are limited to 6 students and enroll full time students only. We believe that immersing children in real life activities through play is highly...

The Hillsborough Preschools

2600 Ralston Avenue, Hillsborough, CA

Starting at $582/mo

We offer three amazing preschools within our community. Each preschool is located on a Hillsborough City School District campus. Under the auspices of the Hillsborough City School District and administered by the Hillsborough Recreation Program, the Hillsborough Preschools offer an...

Creciendo Juntos Spanish Inmersion

Creciendo Juntos Spanish Inmersion

121 22ND AVENIDA, San Mateo, CA

Costimate: $372/wk

We are an immersion program - daily care and activities will be provided in Spanish, and children will be encouraged to speak Spanish in return. Learning a second language at a young age encourages your child's intellectual and social development. I believe that learning a new language at a young...

United Methodist Church Cooperative Preschool

United Methodist Church Cooperative Preschool

1443 Howard Ave., Burlingame, CA

Costimate: $301/wk

United Methodist Church Co-op Nursery School Welcome! UMC is a parent-directed, cooperative nursery school that offers a unique program for children 18 months to five years of age. Our school, which is non-profit and non-sectarian, is located in the United Methodist Church of...

Stella Piccolo Preschool

Stella Piccolo Preschool

65 Tower Road, San Mateo, CA

Costimate: $363/wk

Preschool in San Mateo serving children 3 to 5 years old. Classes held mornings from 9am to 12pm, Monday through Friday. Developmentally appropriate child-centered approach facilitating independence and communication.

Little Learners Preschool

Little Learners Preschool

785 Walnut Street, San Carlos, CA

Starting at $1650/mo

Our small school environment and experienced staff will provide your child with the opportunity to grow in all areas of their development. Our goal is to promote positive self-esteem as your child continues to develop physically, emotionally, socially, and cognitively. We are dedicated to helping...

Universe of Colors

Universe of Colors

178 South Boulevard, San Mateo, CA

Starting at $1480/mo

Universe of Colors offers Preschool Language Immersion Programs for children, 2-5 years old. We offer Spanish, French and Italian. Also After School for children, 5-9 years old. Our Full Body Immersion Programs teach your child a new language through fun activities such as art, music, puppets, story...

Cottage by the Sea Child Care

441 Virginia Ave, Montara, CA

Costimate: $328/wk

Large Family licensed child care facility located in Moss Beach, CA. Programs range from 2 mornings per week of preschool to 5 full days of child care. Preschool program is child centered and based on the California Exemplary Program Standards.

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