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Recent pre-k school reviews in Palo Alto, CA

COUNTRY DAY LITTLE SCHOOL

5.0

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 wonderful teachers, and is accommodating of every child and parent's needs. From the moment you walk through the doors, you feel like you are part...

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Building Kidz of Palo Alto

5.0

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 helpful during the early days to help her settle down. They sent frequent updates via their mobile app and phone calls. The facility is...

- Peter

Learn And Play Montessori School - Sunnyvale

5.0

Learn and Play Montessori School in Sunnyvale is wonderful! This is our child's first preschool and it's the only one they walked into for the tour and didn't want to leave. We love all the teachers and staff, colorful and clean classrooms, thoughtful curriculum, timely communication, and nice...

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Safari Kid Redwood City

5.0

They are really, really good with everything: communications, taking care of my son, and all the kids, updates are excellent!

- Angelica S.

Pre-k schools in Palo Alto, CA

Building Kidz of Palo Alto

Building Kidz of Palo Alto

415 Lambert Avenue, PALO ALTO, CA

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...

5.0

(3)

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...
5.0
"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 wonderful teachers, and is accommodating of every child and parent's needs. From the moment you walk through...

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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).
5.0
"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 helpful during the early days to help her settle down. They sent frequent updates via their mobile app and...

Peter


Downtown Children's Center

Downtown Children's Center

555 Waverly, PALO ALTO, CA

PACCC’s preschool centers offer enriching and engaging care for children ages 2 until entry into kindergarten. Our experienced educators are passionate about combining social and emotional growth with age-appropriate academic experiences using a holistic approach (read more about our child...

Barron Park Children's Center

Barron Park Children's Center

800 Barron Ave, PALO ALTO, CA

PACCC’s preschool centers offer enriching and engaging care for children ages 2 until entry into kindergarten. Our experienced educators are passionate about combining social and emotional growth with age-appropriate academic experiences using a holistic approach (read more about our child...

College Terrace Children's Center

College Terrace Children's Center

2300 WELLESLEY STREET, PALO ALTO, CA

PACCC’s preschool centers offer enriching and engaging care for children ages 2 until entry into kindergarten. Our experienced educators are passionate about combining social and emotional growth with age-appropriate academic experiences using a holistic approach (read more about our child...

Ellen Thacher Children's Center

Ellen Thacher Children's Center

505 East Charleston RD, PALO ALTO, CA

PACCC’s preschool centers offer enriching and engaging care for children ages 2 until entry into kindergarten. Our experienced educators are passionate about combining social and emotional growth with age-appropriate academic experiences using a holistic approach (read more about our child...

The Children's Pre-School Center

4000 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA

The Children's Pre-School Center childcare facility located in Palo Alto, CA, which offers child care and early education to children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. Their child development curriculum emphasizes learning using play and exploration, as well as tolerance, through interaction with a...

Montessori School of Los Altos

303 Parkside Dr, Palo Alto, CA

Montessori School of Los Altos is an early childhood education provider located in Palo Alto, California. The school uses the Montessori method in providing preschool and kindergarten education to students ages three to six years. Mandarin and Spanish Language programs are also available as well as...

Juano Briones Child Development

4100 Orme St, Palo Alto, CA

Juana Briones Elementary School located in Palo Alto, CA. It is an elementary school that accepts kindergarten students. They aim to provide a solid academic foundation that is designed to develop your child’s confidence and enhance their own abilities. They also offer variety of after school...

ESCONDIDO AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM

890 Escondido Rd, Palo Alto, CA

Escondido Elementary School is located at 890 Escondido Road, Palo Alto, California. The school offers after-school programs with a wide range of activities that build self-esteem and promote physical, social, emotional and intellectual development. The programs are offered to kindergarten and 5th...

Whistle Stop Child Development

3801 Miranda Ave Ste P6b, Palo Alto, CA

The Whistle Stop Child Development located at 3801 Miranda Avenue Suite P6b, Palo Alto, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It also offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It also offers before- and after- school programs, including summer...

Young Life Christian Pre School

687 Arastradero Rd, Palo Alto, CA

Young Life Christian Preschool offers a happy place where kids play, laugh, sing, and learn. The children will make lifelong friends, exercise, climb, run, and explore nature while growing in God's love under an experienced team's guidance. They have a mission in equipping the students to be ready...

Parents' Nursery School

2328 Louis Rd, Palo Alto, CA

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...

Learn And Play Montessori School - Sunnyvale

Learn And Play Montessori School - Sunnyvale

1055 Sunnyvale Saratoga Rd., SUNNYVALE, CA

Starting at $1875/mo

5.0

(2)

Schedule Your Tour Today: https://www.learnandplaymontessori.com/sunnyvale/school-tours/ Preschool, daycare (childcare), and kindergarten near you. Best-in-class, STEM-focused, the Montessori way. Enrolling now. Your child deserves Montessori! Our best-in-class preschool in Sunnyvale, California,...
5.0
"We love this place! My daughter is always happy there, and she is learning really good practical life ! Reception team, is very kind and gentle with kids and parents, they always make you feel you and your kid are the most important thing."

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Safari Kid Redwood City

Safari Kid Redwood City

1709 Woodside Road, REDWOOD CITY, CA

Starting at $2450/mo

5.0

(4)

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 been incredibly happy there. I was very anxious about sending my daughter (now almost 2) to daycare after a year home with her. The teachers and director at Safari Kid were very supportive and always open to talking me through the process. They also offered...

Jayme M.


Green Apple Preschool

Green Apple Preschool

7040 Fountaine Ave, Newark, CA

Welcome to our Green Apple an educational , Licensed home based daycare/ preschool in a very safe and quiet neighborhood., located on 7040 Fountaine and Haley Thornton right next to 880. I have a very vast experience in teaching the young kids ( 12 months -5 years) Why GreenApple : *focused on each...

St. Matthias Preschool

St. Matthias Preschool

533 Canyon Road, Redwood City, CA

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...

Kids Konnect Preschool

Kids Konnect Preschool

1968 Old County Rd, Redwood City, CA

We offer children age 4 months to 5 years a stimulating environment to learn and develop through a play-based curriculum at our infant center and preschool in Redwood City! We're open every weekday from 7am - 6pm and with various tuition options, we will be able to help build a care plan ensuring...

Komal's Daycare

Komal's Daycare

5457 Sunstar Common, FREMONT, CA

Starting at $1600/mo

We offer in-home licensed child care approved by the state of California to kids of ages starting from 6 months to 4 years of age. We offer a semi-structure program with scheduled creative activities supporting kids to improve their social skills in a fun loving and caring environment. We prepare...

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Ratings for Palo Alto, CA pre-k schools listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Pre-K Schools in Palo Alto, CA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools.