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Q: What are the benefits of sending my child to a pre-k near me in San Carlos, CA?

Pre-k programs in San Carlos, CA offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

Q: What questions should I ask when researching a pre-k near me in San Carlos, CA?

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in San Carlos, CA, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Q: What will my child do at pre-k near me in San Carlos, CA?

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in San Carlos, CA typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Q: What else do I need to know about pre-k near me in San Carlos, CA?

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in San Carlos, CA programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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ABC 123 Home Daycare

5.0

Very clean, safe, up to date facility. Provides organic meals for the children.

- Anil

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

Parents' Nursery School

5.0

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 for a play-based preschool for our youngest almost 4-year-old son. We went to PNS on an open house day. Our entire family just fell in love...

- Katrin

Kiddie Garden Preschool

5.0

This place is wonderful. Sweet, caring and loving teachers. My kids have been going here for almost two years and they love it. They have a really great program. I definitely recommend Kiddie Garden.

- Mashallah S.

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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Pre-k schools in San Carlos, CA

Menlo Atherton Bilingual School

999 Ringwood Ave, Atherton, CA

Menlo Atherton Bilingual School is a licensed family daycare center which operates first and foremost as an English/Mandarin language immersion school. We believe that the preschool years are a formative period in the social, linguistic, and academic development of children. Our goal is that our...

Building Kidz Of San Mateo - OLD DASHBOARD

39 East 39th Avenue, SAN MATEO, CA

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...

Playful Tots Learning Center

360 B St, Redwood City, CA

At Playful Tots, we strive to create a nurturing and stimulating environment for children, ages 2 years through 5 years. Our Learning Center is divided into two classes - the Caterpillar Class, for children ages 2-3 yrs, and the Butterfly Class, for children, ages 3.5-5 yrs. Our curriculum is both...

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...

Project Imagine Academy

210 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Redwood City, CA

A branch of Little's Athletics & Education, we are a home-based young 5 prekindergarten and preschool program for children on the Bay Area Peninsula. We provide high-quality instruction that is built on positive relationships, children's interests, passions, and imagination. Our vision is to create...

Shaunna Solorzano

2421 Carlmont Drive 23, Belmont, CA

I am a stay at home mother of two, a two year old and an infant so I am able to care for an additional child in my home. I have previously cared for two other toddlers in my home but one moved and the other went to pre-school. I have also done pick-up and transport for school age children but I no...

ABC 123 Home Daycare

1016 Egret St, Foster City, CA

5.0

(1)

ABC 123 Home Daycare exists to prepare and motivate children for pre-school through the mantra "Love All, Serve All." Established in 2010, it is located at 1016 Egret St Foster City. The operating hours are weekdays, from 8:00am to 6:00pm.

5.0

"Very clean, safe, up to date facility. Provides organic meals for the children."

Anil

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

Parents' Nursery School

2328 Louis Rd, Palo Alto, CA

5.0

(1)

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...

5.0

"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 for a play-based preschool for our youngest almost 4-year-old son. We went to PNS on an open house day....

Katrin

Kiddie Garden Preschool

1305 Middlefield Road, Redwood City, CA

5.0

(2)

Kiddie Garden Preschool is a Christian Preschool located in downtown Redwood City. We offer full and part-time care at affordable rates. Our hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. We offer a year-round program with rolling enrollment. Our Preschool program cares for...

5.0

"I was a Teacher Aide at this preschool! Because of a dip in enrollment I was laid off. However, I must say that I loved working at Kiddie Garden Preschool!! Every day is started with time in chapel...singing spiritual songs and learning about God's love! The...

Ester S.

COUNTRY DAY LITTLE SCHOOL

3990 VENTURA COURT, PALO ALTO, CA

5.0

(4)

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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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...

WHOLE KID SCHOOL

135 WILLOW ROAD, MENLO PARK, CA

Starting at $1595/mo

Whole Kid School is a year-round play and academic based program for infants- Pre-K. We promote developmentally appropriate activities supportive of cognitive, fine and gross motor development. We also have an emphasis on social-emotional development. Our school is unique because of our small and...

Nitty Gritty Preschool

3790 Jefferson Ave, Redwood City, CA

Nitty Gritty Preschool in Redwood City, 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...

Camp Galileo

2385 Trousdale Dr., Burlingame, CA

Camp Galileo is located in Burlingame, CA. They accept campers from pre-k to 5th grade children. They offer various complex multi-day projects that will stretch your child’s creativity and powers of deduction. They develop their skills and leadership by using sophisticated tools.

Nurture & Nature Inc

426 Grand Blvd Apt 6, San Mateo, CA

Nurture and Nature is a licensed Early Childhood Education Center located in San Mateo, CA. They offer both full-day and half-day programs for preschoolers and pre-k students ages 3 to 6. They aim to maximize each child’s potential by providing them age-appropriate programs that enable them to...

Fiesta Kiddy Corner Montessori

Dakota Avenue, San Mateo, CA

We provide Infant Care, Montessori Pre-School, & Montessori Kindergarten Program. We also offer Summer Camps Program and we are an all year round school and open to most holidays.

Papillon Preschool

1311 S. El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA

Papillon Preschool is an Infant/Toddler/Pre-K school dedicated to the principles of social justice and respect for the uniqueness and diversity of each person. Our primary focus is placed on the needs of young children and their families. It is our belief that, by creating a community of...

Lil' Learners Preschool

1120 Roosevelt Ave, Redwood City, CA

A division of Redwood City's Parks & Recreation Services; Lil' Learners teachers implement a child-centered philosophy to create a curriculum responsive to all the children in the group. Children will be introduced to a variety of Pre-K concepts including language, math, art, science, music and...

Mrs K'S House

1069 Jamaica St, Foster City, CA

Mrs K's House located at 1069 Jamaica Street, Foster City, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from eight-thirty AM to five-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It also offers before-...