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Pre-K Schools in San Mateo, CA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools

Medina Family Daycare

They put my mind at ease. It was so nerve-racking having someone else watch my son for the first time but dropping him off at Daycare felt...

- Care member

Safari Kid San Mateo

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...

- Danielle B.

Michelle's "Explorers" Family Home Daycare

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...

- Mega B.

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Medina Family Daycare

849 Patricia Ave San Mateo, CA

5.0(6)

State license verified

Medina Family Daycare is run by a mother and daughter duo, Delma and Marcela. Together, we have served our community for over 16 years. Our daycare is in our home, we have a classroom set up, outside play space and many activities indoors. We believe that children learn best through play, we have set up our home to be an...

Care Member says "They put my mind at ease. It was so nerve-racking having someone else watch my son for the first time but dropping him off at Daycare felt like dropping...

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Safari Kid San Mateo

521 E 5TH AVE SAN MATEO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$2280/mo
Reggio emilia
Montessori
Waldorf
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
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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...

Danielle B. says "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...

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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 stable environment for your...

Mega B. says "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,...

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Kids Konnect Preschool and Daycare

2145 Bunker Hill Dr San Mateo, CA

3.0(3)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Preschool
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 to ensure every child reaches...

Joe P says "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."

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ABC Richa Day Care

1432 New Bridge Ave San Mateo, CA

4.0(9)

State license verified

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 age-appropriate...

Care Member says "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...

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Building Kidz Of San Mateo - OLD DASHBOARD

39 E 39TH AVE SAN MATEO, CA

State license verified

Child care
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 learning, connect with the...
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Building Kidz of San Mateo North

120 LINDBERGH ST SAN MATEO, CA

State license verified

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 learning, connect with the...
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Little Flowers Daycare

3805 CASANOVA DR SAN MATEO, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1660/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
In-Home daycare
We are a Day Care that prides itself in taking care of children as a part of our family, with love, respect and a lot of consideration, we also work with parents as a team, for the better development of children and to ensure a smooth transition from home to daycare to Pre-K/Kindergarten. Our Day Care that has the design of a...
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Child care
Preschool
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 develop fully. They are open...
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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.
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Papillon Preschool

1311 S. El Camino Real San Mateo, CA

Child care
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 neighbors, we are responding to a basic...
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Intercommunal Pre School

713 2nd Ave San Mateo, CA

Child care
Preschool
The Intercommunal Pre School located at 713 2nd Avenue, San Mateo, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school operates from seven AM to five-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschool and prekindergarten prep. It provides before- and after- school programs,...
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Cook Family Child Care

967 S B ST San Mateo, CA

Family oriented with emphasis on kindergarten readiness
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The Little Scholars

143 South Blvd San Mateo, CA

Child care
The Little Scholars located at 143 South Boulevard, San Mateo, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It provides before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school operates from nine AM to...
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Fashion Island Preschool

1404 Queens Ave San Mateo, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Fashion Island Preschool located in San Mateo, CA operates Mondays through Fridays from 7 AM to 6 PM and specializes in children from six weeks old to school-age. The center offers After School, Before School, Before and After School, Daytime, Drop-in Care, Emergency Care, Fulltime, Kindergarten, and Part Time Care programs.
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Sunshine Day Care

2056 Trinity St San Mateo, CA

Child care
Preschool
The Sunshine Daycare located at 2056 Trinity Street, San Mateo, California, provides basic childcare and learning services. The school operates from seven AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It also offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It also offers before- and after- school programs,...
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Petite Sorbonne Preschool

319 E Santa Inez Ave San Mateo, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Petite Sorbonne Preschool located at 319 East Santa Inez Avenue, San Mateo, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school operates from...
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California College of Early Childhood Education

2333 S El Camino Real San Mateo, CA

Child care
Preschool
California College of Early Childhood Education located at 2333 South El Camino Real, San Mateo, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from eight-thirty AM to five PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before-...
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A Plus Immersion Preschool

1501 S B St San Mateo, CA

Child care
Preschool
Located in San Mateo, California, A Plus Immersion Preschool serves children ages two through five years old. It offers play-based, kindergarten readiness, and immersion programs that aim to prepare children physically, socially, emotionally, linguistically, and cognitively. Additionally, the Preschool has extra-curricular...
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Bunker Hill Parent Participation Nursery School

2145 Bunker Hill Dr San Mateo, CA

Child care
Bunker Hill Parent Participation Nursery School located at 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from nine AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It also offers before- and after-...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in San Mateo, CA

Pre-k programs in San Mateo, 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!

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in San Mateo, 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.

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 Mateo, 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!

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in San Mateo, 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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