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Building Kidz of Redwood City - Limited Spots!

We love Nayren and staff! They host fun community building events as well.

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LITTLE PRODIGY PRESCHOOL & DAYCARE CENTER

We are really grateful to LPP for taking such good care of our girls. All the teachers connect with the kids really well and they’re able to...

- Caroline M.

The Children's Place

As a dad, I’ll admit I was nervous when my son first started at The Children’s Place. He was shy and unsure of himself, and I wasn’t sure...

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Mountain Camp Woodside

302 Portola Rd Portola Valley, CA

Mountain Camp Woodside is a traditional summer camp that offers both a Day Camp (for grades K-10th) and sleep-away Resident Camp (for grades 2nd 10th) programs and is nestled in the heart of beautiful Portola Valley, California on the 63-acre campus of the Woodside Priory School. Mountain Camp Woodside s minimal technology,...
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Child care
Preschool
The Carillon Preschool offers childcare for two to five year old children in Portola, California. Their facilities provide a faith-based and developmentally appropriate environment for social, physical, cognitive, and spiritual growth in which each child has opportunities to learn, grow and succeed. Carillon Preschool is open...
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Windmill School Inc

4141 Alpine Rd Portola Valley, CA

Preschool
Windmill School, Inc located in Portola Valley, CA provides a play-based and developmentally appropriate program focusing on the children's interests through emergent curriculum and open-ended exploration. The school offers a comfortable atmosphere to explore, to get messy, to feel confident, and to feel safe.
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New Horizons School Age Center

200 Shawnee Pass Portola Valley, CA

Child care
New Horizons School Age Center is a daycare facility located at 200 Shawnee Pass, Portola Valley, California. The center provides quality care services for school-age children, as well as summer camp and before and after-school programs. New Horizons School Age Center is open from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
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Building Kidz of Redwood City - Limited Spots!

909 ROOSEVELT AVE REDWOOD CITY, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
International
Outdoor/nature
Academic
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🌟 **Discover the Joy of Learning at Building Kidz School!** 🌟We invite you to experience firsthand how we nurture young minds through our unique "whole child" philosophy. Discover the joy of learning at Building Kidz School! At Building Kidz School, we’re dedicated to fostering creativity and growth in children aged 1.5-6. Our...

Care Member says "We love Nayren and staff! They host fun community building events as well. "

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LITTLE PRODIGY PRESCHOOL & DAYCARE CENTER

830 E EL CAMINO REAL MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$2000/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Preschool
Little Prodigy Preschool was established in 2009 and is highly recommended as the best preschool and daycare center by major organizations including Google, Apple, and Facebook. Our mission is "to provide quality education, to encourage children to become life-long learners, and to promote child independence. We strive to...

Caroline M. says "We are really grateful to LPP for taking such good care of our girls. All the teachers connect with the kids really well and they’re able to assess and...

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The Children's Place

1336 ARROYO AVENUE SAN CARLOS, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1950/mo
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Day Care
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The Children’s Place is a nonprofit, play-based preschool in San Carlos dedicated to nurturing young learners ages 2–5. Since 1981, we’ve provided a warm and welcoming environment where children grow through hands-on exploration, creativity, and social connection. Our experienced teachers design age-appropriate activities that...

Care Member says "As a dad, I’ll admit I was nervous when my son first started at The Children’s Place. He was shy and unsure of himself, and I wasn’t sure how he’d...

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HEFFALUMP SCHOOL

3990 VENTURA CT PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(7)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
International
Outdoor/nature
Day Care
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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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Building Kidz of Palo Alto South

569 SAN ANTONIO RD PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Preschool
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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Learning Nest Montessori Preschool

2321 JANE LN MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Academic
Child care
Day Care
At Learning Nest Montessori Preschool, we are passionately committed to cultivating a rich, nurturing environment where each child is empowered to explore, discover, and thrive at their own pace. Our thoughtfully designed Montessori-inspired curriculum is centered around fostering a deep love of learning, nurturing creativity,...

Shubhra G. says "They have a very dedicated staff. Very clean. Also very structured, kids are always busy. We are very happy there."

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CHILDRENS PLACE, THE

1336 Arroyo Avenue SAN CARLOS, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$1950/mo
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
+ 3 more
The Children’s Place is a nonprofit preschool in San Carlos where kids ages 2–5 learn and grow through play. Since 1981, we’ve been helping children build confidence, friendships, and the skills they need for kindergarten in a safe, nurturing environment. Our 5000 sq ft outdoor play area features a large play structure,...

Care Member says "Our expierence with TCP has been great. Our kids are happy, they are learning, the teachers are easy to work with, and the fees are the most affordable...

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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
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
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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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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GAN TORAH PRESCHOOL

2015 LATHAM STREET MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$2005/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Academic
Child care
At Gan Torah Preschool, we provide a loving, developmentally appropriate environment where every child is encouraged to explore, create, and grow. Our program blends strong Jewish values and traditions with a rich early childhood curriculum that supports curiosity, confidence, and kindness. Through play-based learning, music,...

Care Member says "Gan Torah is such a nurturing and loving environment! The staff truly care about each child and create a warm, welcoming community for both children and...

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HOBBLEDEHOY MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL

2321 JANE LN MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1550/mo
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Hobbledehoy provides both full-time programs and flexible part-time programs for children between the ages of 2 and 5 years old. We are dedicated to providing a fun and nurturing learning environment, focusing on the independent needs and abilities of each and everyone of our diverse student population.

Zoisa A. says "They have a great reputation. They have many kids that have stayed through the years. They have also added some great new additions. I highly recommend...

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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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LILLIPUT PRESCHOOL AND INFANT CENTER

3789 PARK BLVD PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1800/mo
Developmental (play-based)
International
Cooperative
Day Care
Child 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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Safari Kid Redwood City

1709 WOODSIDE RD REDWOOD CITY, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$2450/mo
Waldorf
Montessori
Reggio emilia
Academic
Day Care
+ 2 more
At Safari Kid, we believe childhood should be celebrated! Our proprietary preschool curriculum takes inspiration from a mix of both traditional methods (Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf) and reflects current brain research on early childhood development. This has resulted in a focus on the whole child, in which we offer the...

Lauren M. says "We have been with Safari Kids for 2 years now and have had nothing but a wonderful experience! The teachers are all very kind and supportive of every...

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CLC PRESCHOOL

815 ALLERTON ST REDWOOD CITY, CA

5.0(4)
starting at
$1500/mo
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
+ 1 more
We are an inclusive program for ALL students. Our program is a play-based preschool with a strong focus on school readiness. All our educators have their bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education and we strive to teach our students independence, social skills, and academics all while they’re playing and having fun! Our...

Care Member says "I cannot say enough about the exceptional experience we've had with CLC Preschool. From day one, it was clear that the entire team, led by the wonderful...

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Building Kidz of Palo Alto

415 LAMBERT AVE PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
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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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Portola Valley, CA

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

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Portola Valley, 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 Portola Valley, CA.

When looking for a preschool near you in Portola Valley, 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 Portola Valley, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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