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Building Kidz Of San Mateo
5.0
Owner is very kind. Makes me feel good dropping my little one off with her.
- Care member
Safari Kid San Mateo
5.0
My son has been going since he was 18 months and he is super happy with the daycare and looks forward to going in every day. He learns a lot and has fun at the same time!
- Danielle B.
Little Footsteps
5.0
My family has been a part of the Footsteps family since my oldest son was 6 months old (he is now 15 years old). Both of my sons started in the infant program, moved into the preschool program, then the pre-K program and then onto the school age programs. They participated in various summer camps...
- Laura G.
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.
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
Preschools in San Mateo, CA
Building Kidz Of San Mateo
39 East 39th Avenue, SAN MATEO, CA
5.0
(1)
We are part of the Building Kidz Worldwide family of campuses, providing San Mateo preschool and childcare services. Located at 39 E 39th Ave. close to Pacific Blvd. and conveniently close to I-101. Our mission is to deliver a world-class preschool experience resulting in children that love...
5.0
"Owner is very kind. Makes me feel good dropping my little one off with her. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
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...
5.0
"We have loved Safari Kid San Mateo for many years. We love the teachers and the care and support they show each child. They meet the kids where they are and help them grow. The curriculum is also wonderful. It helps prepare the kids for kindergarten without feeling...
Samantha K.
Little Footsteps
1501 S El Camino Real, SAN MATEO, CA
4.5
(2)
We believe children learn and master new skills through a variety of play experiences.
We acknowledge children know how to learn, we are there to support their learning experience.
We understand each child is unique and learns through different approaches.
Learning occurs anywhere and anytime....
5.0
"My family has been a part of the Footsteps family since my oldest son was 6 months old (he is now 15 years old). Both of my sons started in the infant program, moved into the preschool program, then the pre-K program and then onto the school age programs. They...
Laura G.
Medina Family Daycare
849 Patricia Ave, San Mateo, CA
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.
Kids Konnect Preschool and Daycare
2145 Bunker Hill Dr, San Mateo, CA
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
Little Steps Daycare
Kehoe Avenue, San Mateo, CA
3.7
(3)
We are a home daycare facility, with a an Play-based Spanish immersion curriculum. Our bilingual staff has a lot of experience with infants, toddlers and preschoolers. We offer a variety of age appropriate activities in a warm and nurturing home environment. Our goal is to teach each child the...
5.0
"I wouldn't let the negative review on here tell you anything about this daycare. They run a VERY professional business and are always very on top of all administrative work in my experience. We absolutely LOVED Litttle Steps Wonderschool. Karen and Mercedes took...
Kevin R.
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...
5.0
"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, lucky for us, there isn't one thing we don't LOVE about Michelle's daycare. Michelle and her co-teachers,...
Mega B.
ABC Richa Day Care
1432 New Bridge Ave, San Mateo, CA
4.6
(8)
Are you looking for an outstanding home day care / Preschool for your child? I am Mrs. Videh B., licensed day care provider since 2003. I have been "homeschooling" preschoolers in a home atmosphere of education, play, structure and plenty of love and attention for infants and toddlers. I provide...
5.0
"My younger daughter goes to Videh aunty’s daycare since last 18 months. My daughter has received exceptional care and growth. Their house is nicely equipped with lot of safe toys and a good outdoor play area. Kids get to do arts and crafts, learn songs and good...
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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."
Yun X.
Sunshine Day Care
2056 Trinity St, San Mateo, CA
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.
Sunshine Little House Of Learning
San Miguel Ave, San Mateo, CA
5.0
(1)
We are a highly-rated and high quality home-based preschool that serves families with children age 5 months to 5 years old. We believe that children learn best through a play-based curriculum which embeds multiple and varied learning opportunities into meaningful and authentic experiences. We follow...
5.0
"Sunshine and her team are the most trustworthy, loving, and professional people I have ever met. Sunshine genuinely loves our son and is teaching him so much and giving him more than I ever could have imagined from a daycare. It is very obvious how seriously...
Jean R.
Full of Wonder
2041 Trinity St, San Mateo, CA
5.0
(1)
Full of Wonder based in San Mateo, CA is a place especially designed to provide an engaging, safe, and healthy environment for children ages two through five. The center aims to help children develop problem solving skills, discover their own uniqueness, and learn about healthy relationships with...
5.0
"My son LOVED his time at Full of Wonder, he nevergo when I picked him up. April and Margie are angels!"
Sarah
Centennial Montessori School
27 Tenth Ave., San Mateo, CA
5.0
(1)
We are a small community of children, parents and teachers serving children 0 to 12 years old. We believe in the child's natural desire to grow and develop and we work together to help guide each individual child's socially, emotional, and cognitive development according to the Montessori...
5.0
"This school is the best kept secret in the Bay Area Peninsula. Can't say enough wonderful things about the teachers, administration, and community of families."
Stephanie P.
Tierra Verde Spanish Immersion Daycare
39 N Humboldt, San Mateo, CA
5.0
(1)
Tierra Verde Spanish Immersion Daycare in San Mateo, CA 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 care for kids from three months to six years old.
5.0
"Our son thrived under Victoria's care. He started at 4 months old and attended until he was three years old. He left loved and ready for preschool!
Their tender care, organic meals, hours, and amazing play structure are wonderful! Our son has a peanut allergy and...
Elizabeth G.
Serendipity School
3172 Clearview Way, San Mateo, CA
3.0
(2)
Serendipity School in San Mateo, CA is dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways.The center has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a...
5.0
"We couldn't imagine being anywhere else. We are so thankful to be part of the Serendipity community. It truly feels great fully trusting the teachers with my kids."
Sarah
Bermuda Montessori and Daycare
700 Bermuda Dr, San Mateo, CA
3.0
(1)
Daycare with a Montessori Preschool curriculum with Montessori certified teachers.
26 years in business, 16 years at the present site which is accessible to Hi 101 and 92
Breakfast, hot lunch and two snacks are included with the tuition fee.
Parents comments and our graduates' achievements are...
Building Kidz of San Mateo North
120 Lindbergh Street, SAN MATEO, CA
We are part of the Building Kidz Worldwide family of campuses, providing San Mateo preschool and childcare services. We are located at 120 Lindbergh Street conveniently close to 3rd Avenue and I-101. Our mission is to deliver a world-class preschool experience resulting in children that love...
Creciendo Juntos Spanish Inmersion
121 22ND AVENIDA, San Mateo, CA
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...
Playful Learning Preschool/daycare
627 Harrow Ave, San Mateo, CA
Our home based preschool/daycare operates much like a traditional daycare with a touch of home. We are a play based daycare focusing on the growth of the whole child ; social, emotional, physical and cognitive.
We currently have openings for children ages 3 months-4 years old. We are open...
Universe of Colors
178 South Boulevard, San Mateo, CA
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...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in San Mateo, CA
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in San Mateo, CA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in San Mateo, 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 Mateo, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in San Mateo, CA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in San Mateo, 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 Mateo, CA.
How can I find a preschool near me in San Mateo, CA?
When looking for a preschool near you in San Mateo, 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 Mateo, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.
Ratings for San Mateo, CA preschools listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Preschools in San Mateo, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 33 reviews of the 97 listed preschools.