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Preschools in Palo Alto, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews of the 62 listed preschools

Building Kidz of Palo Alto South

AWESOME facility. Clean, and the curriculum is fun and engaging for my hyper little one.

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Building Kidz of Palo Alto

We have loved the community and environment for our son at Building Kidz

- Anna B.

CASA DEI BAMBINI SCHOOL

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...

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Building Kidz of Palo Alto South

569 SAN ANTONIO RD PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
We are thrilled to be part of the Building Kidz Worldwide family of campuses, providing local Palo Alto families a plethora of services including toddler care, preschool, after-school for children up to 5th grade, and day and summer camp services. If you are looking for local childcare with easy access and a phenomenal program,...

Care Member says "AWESOME facility. Clean, and the curriculum is fun and engaging for my hyper little one. "

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Building Kidz of Palo Alto

415 LAMBERT AVE PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(2)

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...

Anna B. says "We have loved the community and environment for our son at Building Kidz"

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Keara's Daycare

1664 Tulane Ave Palo Alto, CA

Hi I am a licensed daycare provider looking to fill a few open spots in my daycare. I am excepting ages newborn to five years of age. My hours are from 7am-6pm I have CPR and first Aid I also have home prevention classes done as well. I can help with potty training if needed. As well as get them ready for school it is my job to...
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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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Building Kidz of Palo Alto South - OLD DASHBOARD

569 SAN ANTONIO RD PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1850/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
We are thrilled to be part of the Building Kidz Worldwide family of campuses, providing local Palo Alto families a plethora of services including toddler care, preschool, after-school for children up to 5th grade, and day and summer camp services. If you are looking for local childcare with easy access and a phenomenal...

Megha G. says "I am pretty happy, they are nice, flexible and accommodating!"

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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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Building Kidz of Palo Alto

415 LAMBERT AVE PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Building Kidz of Palo Alto offers preschool, infant, toddler and pre-kindergarten programs. Our brand new, 11,000 sq. ft eco-friendly facility is located at 415 Lambert Ave. Our local preschool center is conveniently located near the intersection of Oregon Expressway and El Camino Real. We are proud to bring high quality...

Anna B. says "We have loved the community and environment for our son at Building Kidz"

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HEFFALUMP SCHOOL

3990 VENTURA CT PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(7)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
International
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
Heffalump Preschool was established in 1974 with the love care and support from our community. Heffalump is Home away from Home. We offer 5 days a week from 8:30am to 1:30pm, with extended hours until 3:00pm for ages 2yrs to 6yrs or First grade. We celebrate diversity - we believe that life on planet earth is about celebrations...

Care Member says "My son loves Heffalump school and I am so thankful we found it! Both teachers Ms. M and Ms.Barbara are professional. Whenever I visit the classrooms,...

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Tikiland Daycare & Preschool

3181 Bryant Street Palo Alto, CA

5.0(11)

State license verified

Academic
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
International
Developmental (play-based)
+ 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 "So grateful we found Tikiland during our daycare search as it is a wonderful little school where we are glad to be registered in the Drop-in Program....

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Edgewood House Preschool

493 W Charleston Rd Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Cooperative
Waldorf
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
+ 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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Learning Links Palo Alto

3864 MIDDLEFIELD RD PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Preschool
Child care
Learning Links opened in 2006 and has expanded to include locations in Burlingame, Palo Alto, and Mountain View. All three centers provide preschool for children ages 2-5, and our Mountain View location also offers childcare for infants and toddlers. Our curriculum is designed to engage students of all abilities in each activity...

Chandra S. says "My experience has been tremendous with learning links. During the past 1 my son has only shown excitement to go to school, and I have seen a steady...

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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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Please read the introduction to our school completely, information about school tours can be found at the end of our post. We appreciate the opportunity to share a detailed picture of our school with you and look forward to speaking with those who think our school will be a good fit for their family values! Country Day Little...

Care Member says "Country Day Little School is a truly unique and special place. It is a Waldorf-based school that is kind to children and parents alike, has patient and...

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Parents' Nursery School

2328 Louis Rd Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
Preschool
PNS is a play-based, co-op preschool with a parent education component. We are organized and administered by parents and operate under the direction of trained teachers. Our students develop in all areas including creativity, cooperation, peaceful conflict resolution, positive communication, fine and gross motor skills and...

Katrin says "Katrin Background: When we moved with our 3 kids from Germany to Palo Alto, we did not know anybody, our kids could not speak any English and we were looking...

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Building Kidz of Palo Alto

415 Lambert Ave Palo Alto, CA

3.0(2)
We offer programs for infant, toddler, preschool, PreK, and kindergarten. We intelligently integrated performing arts, LTLE (learning through life experience), and Spanish in our curriculum. We have also recently started a Fall Camp for school-age kids(K,1st and 2nd graders).

Peter says "Our daughter started going to the preschool class for past two months and we all love it so far. My daughter's teachers, Ms. Priya and Ms. Vibhuti were really...

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Bing Nursery School

850 Escondido Rd Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
Preschool
Child care
Bing Nursery School of Stanford University located in Palo Alto, CA offers Two-Year-Old and Nursery School Programs for children ages two to five. The programs offer children a variety of choices provided within a carefully prepared indoor and outdoor environment. RATES: NURSERY SCHOOL PROGRAM 36 children per group; mixed-age...

Jon P says "We LOVE this school. All three of my children have gone through the program. The teachers are professional, so caring, and wildly intelligent. Very difficult...

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HeadsUp! Montessori Preschool Palo Alto Campus

2800 W BAYSHORE RD PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$350/mo

Corey F. says "We have had both our son and daughter there. The teachers are top notch. We are very happy with them. Our kids have thrived there."

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STRATFORD SCHOOL - PALO ALTO

870 N CALIFORNIA AVE PALO ALTO, CA

State license verified

Academic
Preschool
Kindergarten
Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, our Palo Alto campus offers a balanced academic experience for students enrolled in preschool, elementary, and middle school. Our dedicated teachers ensure that each child enjoys a positive early learning experience in a nurturing and safe environment. At each grade level, our teachers are...
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Guidepost Montessori at Palo Alto

930 EMERSON ST PALO ALTO, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Day Care
At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence. From toilet independence as a toddler, to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler—we provide individualized support, intentional hands-on learning materials, and the freedom children need to reach their...
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FIRST SCHOOL

625 HAMILTON AVE PALO ALTO, CA

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
At First School our experienced family of teachers nurture our community of children with engaging curriculum including social and emotional and play based learning. Our ratio of 1 to 5 allows each teacher to work closely with children as they grow and learn from each other in a mixed classroom setting while working within their...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Palo Alto, CA

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Palo Alto, CA, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Palo Alto, CA.

When looking for a preschool near you in Palo Alto, CA on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Palo Alto, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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