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Recent preschool reviews in San Jose, CA
Elham Daycare
5.0
We cannot say enough nice things about Elham and her family, because she has been a loving, patient, and kind teacher and caretaker of our child for the past four years. She truly loves all her kids and treats them like family! Not only do we know our son is well taken care of in a clean, safe home...
- Lisa C
Garden Of Joy Montessori International School
5.0
"I have so many things to say that I don't know where to start! I am a VERY protective mom who was anxious and nervous about sending the daughter to preschool for the first time. However, Garden of Joy Montessori International School won me (and my husband) over quickly and allayed all my fears!...
- Mindy V
Sundrops Montessori School
5.0
Sundrops Montessori School at 302 Checkers Dr, San Jose, CA has honored and carried out two important directives taught by Maria Montessori.
"The environment must be rich in motives which lend interest to activity and invite the child to conduct his own experiments."
"The child should live in an...
- Miss L
"ET" Kids!
5.0
My son went to ET kids for 3 years. Pam was always keeping the kids busy with fun activities and outings. We loved ET kids!
- Tina H
Step By Step Academy
5.0
Ioana is THE most caring support we could ask for our daughter. She is very sensitive, methodical, meticulous and immensely caring. Our daughter jumps to Ioana's arms in the morning - which is pleasantly surprising for a mother and a relief! We are moving out of the area otherwise wouldn't have let...
- Sakshi
Preschools in San Jose, CA
5.0
(20)
Elham Small Family Home Child Daycare.
My rates are very reasonable compared to the high rates of preschool, and your kid would learn similar educational material that they would in preschool. I provide holiday, overnight or weekend care with notice in advance.
I have been running my daycare for...
5.0
"A great daycare !!!
We entrusted our little boy Axel to Elham, from the moment we arrived until he entered Preschool and we have always been delighted with this choice!
Elham is extremely gentle with the children, while teaching them to have a framework. We are...
Fanny
5.0
(7)
Licensed as a large family daycare, we are a Montessori preschool in essence. Currently, we are enrolling children between the ages of 2 and 6. Since its inception, our school has been well loved by our children as well as our parents.
"Ms. Sierra has been a beacon of hope and comfort for us...
5.0
"Sierra is super nice and genuine. She is very diligent and she has a postive attitude. As a well educated mom/teacher, I have no doubt that she can provide quality education for the children under her care. I would have no hesitation to put my child into her...
Yu Z
5.0
(1)
Sundrops Montessori School offers a true Montessori program for children ages 3 to 6. We are passionate teacher leaders with over 20 years of Montessori experience and fluent in English, Spanish and Tagalog. We are members of the Wildflower national network.
5.0
"Sundrops Montessori School at 302 Checkers Dr, San Jose, CA has honored and carried out two important directives taught by Maria Montessori.
"The environment must be rich in motives which lend interest to activity and invite the child to conduct his own...
Miss L
5.0
(1)
We are passionate about family! Each family is valued and each child is valued as an individual. I have over 35 years' experience and my partner has 15. We are committed to each child's growth building trust, joy and happiness through play, cooking, academics, field trips, parks, libraries, art,...
5.0
"My son went to ET kids for 3 years. Pam was always keeping the kids busy with fun activities and outings. We loved ET kids!"
Tina H
5.0
(25)
Working with children has been my passion for many years. One of the most fulfilling experiences in my career as a physical therapist was promoting a healthy physical development for children of all ages. In the many years of working as a childcare provider, caring for children has been a...
5.0
"I highly recommend Ioana! She is so conscientious and goes the extra mile to give your child the best possible care. Ioana provides delicious, homemade meals that even my picky eater loves. She sends pictures during the day or my child to me. The crafts and...
Lisa
5.0
(2)
We are dedicated ourselves to teaching children more than 10 years. We are well-qualified and experienced
We are trilingual English & Chinese (Mandarin & Cantonese).
We provide organic healthy and nutritious food.
We are offering a safe and clean place for the kids, as well a fun learning...
5.0
"We've been sending our little one to Ling Ling DC for months. She has been liking the place since the first day. We were referred by our neighbor who's kid was also attending this place.
The teacher is very professional and reliable. She not only takes good care...
Lychee D
5.0
(14)
Being a mother of two, I understand that leaving your kids can be frightening; therefore, we are dedicated to having your kids feel at home in our family daycare. We offer a preschool program that develops the social, emotional and physical well-being of every child. Our mission is to understand...
5.0
"Got the best rate
Love this place,so big and clean
so many activities and field trips and love long hours,which takes lot of stress out of my life
Thanks"
Roop566
5.0
(3)
I'm a mother of three girls, 22, 25, and 29. My husband and I have been married 31 years this October. While our girls were growing up, I took of care of children, one or two at a time, sometimes 3 or 4 as our girls got older. I've cared for infants, toddlers and while our girls were in elementary...
5.0
"Sandy is a great lady who took care of my kids when they were little. She was always so caring, gentle, loving. I always enjoy seeing her simile face everyday too. I never had to worry about my kids when they were with her. I recommend her with all my heart. Best...
Isin G
4.8
(16)
Hello!
My name is Saima and I run a home daycare in West San Jose, California called EverRose Daycare and Preschool!
I have worked at Kinder Care, Primary Plus, and One World Montessori. I also received early child care education from West Valley College and I am a mom, raising five kids,...
5.0
"My daughter has been going to EverRose for almost 2 months now (she's 13 months at the time of this review) and we couldn't be happier with the care she is receiving. We searched and searched for the right place for her and EverRose ticked all the boxes for our...
Jessica F
5.0
(20)
Hi. I am a loving, responsible and caring mom of a 14-year-old daughter and an 9 year-old son. I am interested in taking care of your child in my home. I have more than 14 years' experience in childcare. I have worked with children, aged from newborn to 14 years. I love to play with kids and teach...
5.0
"Razia is very nice. She watched my children for a week while we were sorting out my husband's new job. We ended up working out a different arrangement (I found a job closer to home), but I would hire her in a heartbeat. Very warm, motherly, and sweet with the...
Jesse W
5.0
(6)
Thank you for visiting my page!
I've partnered with parents in raising their kids since 1995, when it was my way of providing for my family while home with my own kiddos. I live on a tree lined street near Hacienda School, providing a nurturing family environment for the kids. Having an abundance...
5.0
"This week marks the end of my extraordinary 4-and-a-half-year relationship with Georgia. I found Georgia almost five years ago when I was looking for daycare options for my first son. I was heartbroken when I knew I would need to return to work while Leo was only 3...
Veronica H
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Haki. I can take care of your infants and toddlers in a safe, fun, educational environment with playground and activities. I do accept full-time, part-time, night time, weekend and summer. I teach alphabet, numbers, shapes and colors. I provide breakfast, snack or lunch according...
5.0
"Haki really cares about children and treats them like her own. Kids really enjoy being in her care."
David A
5.0
(4)
Hello Parents!
I am a mother of a 8yo boy and a 7yo girl and a Preschool Teacher offering care at my licensed in-home daycare, a nurturing, safe, fun and clean environment. I have many years of experience with infant/toddlers and getting preschoolers ready for kindergarten.
I am inspired by...
5.0
"As first time parents, finding quality care for our daughter with someone we trust was extremely important. Ali has not only exceeded our expectations but has become an extended member of our family! Our daughter gets so excited when we tell her she's going to Miss...
Rebecka B
5.0
(5)
I am a licensed provider for over 28 years. I pride myself that my environment is a loving and safe place for children.
Activities are age appropriate.
We bring activities that enrich each child with stories, ABC, colors, and shapes. *Our children also learn independence, sharing, communication...
5.0
"Miss Colleen watched my two kids for almost three years and we just absolutely love her. From the very first day we were with her I felt safe and secure leaving my kiddos with her. I knew that they were being loved and taken care of as if they were home with me....
Kristen M
4.0
(2)
Keiki Co. Preschool & Family Child Care offers childcare for four weeks to six year old children in San Jose, California. Their facilities provide an age and developmentally appropriate environment for social, physical, and cognitive growth in which each child has opportunities to learn, grow and...
3.0
"I was so excited when I found Keiki Co! I looked at the beautiful website and was sure this was the place for my baby. However, I was really disappointed when I called. The rate is listed as 225 a week but this rate is an old rate. It is now 345 a week for full...
Brianna R
5.0
(2)
Located in the Evergreen Area.
CPR Certified.
Licensed for Large Daycare Capacity, 14.
Hours of Operation: 6 am to 6 pm.
Accepting Ages 1-thru-12.
Transportation to most Evergreen Schools before and after.
We provide Breakfast, Lunch and Snacks.
Daily Activities:
* Singing songs.
* Story...
5.0
"Miss Kim is the most loving and caring person in the world. Not only does she do an outstanding job keeping my children healthy, active and happy, she also takes them to school and their other activities. She is part of our family now and we are blessed to have...
Jennifer B
5.0
(3)
Mulu Tsion is a mother-daughter home based daycare. Shashework has over 20 years of experience with children, which started with babysitting children for family and friends, raising her own children, and later as an independent provider. Kalkidan who has a degree in Business Administration and...
5.0
"This facility is very popular with the families I work with. Shashe and Kalkidan strive to bring the best quality care to the children I've referred to them. The goal of the program I work for is to promote healthy and early education for children. Shortly after...
Martha
5.0
(1)
Creative Beginnings Preschool and Daycare Center is located at 14834 Leigh Avenue, San Jose, California. It is a provider of quality care and education, offering full-day, half-day, and extended preschool programs, as well as music and gym classes. Creative Beginnings operating hours are 7:00 AM to...
5.0
"My daughters went to Creative Beginnings when they were younger. The teachers were great, the school was clean and the class size was small. Overall a great experience."
Cheri L
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"We have been incredibly happy with ECLA as the preschool for our son. We love the small class sizes and family feel, the balance between learning and play, and are so happy with our child's exceptional academic, social, and emotional growth as a result He has made...
Jessica B
4.6
(9)
Little Explorers Family Child Care. Hi, my name is Sofia. I'm educated in child development studies. I have more than 20 years experience working with children from 3 months to 5 years old. I was a preschool teacher for 15 years prior of having my own family daycare. Everyone that works here are CPR...
5.0
"My daughter has been attending Little Explorers full time for 10 months and is now 13 months. I also drop my 3.5 year old son off occasionally and he has a blast! Sofia makes delicious meals throughout the day including many fruits and veggies. The play area...
Lori
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in San Jose, CA
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in San Jose, CA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in San Jose, 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 San Jose, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in San Jose, CA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in San Jose, 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 San Jose, CA.
How can I find a preschool near me in San Jose, CA?
When looking for a preschool near you in San Jose, 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 San Jose, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.
Ratings for San Jose, CA preschools listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Preschools in San Jose, CA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 172 reviews of the 192 listed preschools.