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Q: In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in San Carlos, CA?

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in San Carlos, 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 Carlos, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

Q: What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in San Carlos, CA?

When you begin looking for preschools near me in San Carlos, 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 Carlos, CA.

Q: How can I find a preschool near me in San Carlos, CA?

When looking for a preschool near you in San Carlos, 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 Carlos, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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Recent preschool reviews in San Carlos, CA

MagicEducation

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.

Stemsprouts Preschool

5.0

A developmental assessment places my children at the high end of the developmental assessment for their age!

- Meghan O.

Abejitas Montessori Early Learning Home - Licensed Daycare Facility

5.0

Excellent location, the staff consistently offers high quality care of each child's needs. They stick to a tight schedule and are extremely communicative at all times! Highly recommend.

- Karen A.

HOME Montessori School

5.0

My three year old son attended HOME Montessori for a summer session and really loved his time there. It's a small school, which allows for a good amount of personal attention while still affording kids the benefits that come from peer interaction. The director, Leah, is very kind-hearted towards the...

- Care member

Michelle's "Explorers" Family Home Daycare

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, Carolina and Paz, are just absolutely...

- Mega B.

Preschools in San Carlos, CA

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.

Stemsprouts Preschool

1304 Whipple Ave, Redwood City, CA

5.0

(1)

STEMsprouts is a high quality preschool program located in a beautiful residential area of Redwood City. Our program is led by a board certified behavior analyst with 17 years of experience in early childhood development and science-based learning. All staff hold bachelor degrees or higher. We offer...

5.0

"A developmental assessment places my children at the high end of the developmental assessment for their age!"

Meghan O.

Abejitas Montessori Early Learning Home - Licensed Daycare Facility

1352 Henderson Ave, MENLO PARK, CA

Starting at $1900/mo

5.0

(2)

Abejitas Montessori Early Learning Home is a caring and loving environment where your child can learn and grow. At our home daycare, we focus on teaching children social, emotional, and behavioral skills to ensure your child's development. We focus on a variety of Montessori Inspired, Project-based,...

5.0

"Excellent location, the staff consistently offers high quality care of each child's needs. They stick to a tight schedule and are extremely communicative at all times! Highly recommend."

Karen A.

HOME Montessori School

533 Roliins Rd, Burlingame, CA

5.0

(2)

We offer childcare for families looking to provide their child with a loving and safe environment that's just like home. At HOME Montessori School, our goal is to help children learn important social, emotional, and behavioral skills that prepare them for a successful and happy future. We offer an...

5.0

"My three year old son attended HOME Montessori for a summer session and really loved his time there. It's a small school, which allows for a good amount of personal attention while still affording kids the benefits that come from peer interaction. The director,...

Care member

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.

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...

Building Kidz Of San Mateo - Now Enrolling - Weekly Performing Arts Classes!

39 East 39th Avenue, SAN MATEO, CA

🌟 **Discover the Joy of Learning at Building Kidz School!** 🌟We invite you to experience firsthand how we nurture young minds through our unique "whole child" philosophy. Discover the joy of learning at Building Kidz School! At Building Kidz School, we’re dedicated to fostering creativity and...

STRATFORD SCHOOL - PALO ALTO

870 NORTH CALIFORNIA AVENUE, PALO ALTO, CA

Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, our Palo Alto campus offers a balanced academic experience for students enrolled in preschool, elementary, and middle school. Our dedicated teachers ensure that each child enjoys a positive early learning experience in a nurturing and safe environment. At each...

CLC PRESCHOOL

815 ALLERTON STREET, REDWOOD CITY, CA

Starting at $1500/mo

We are an inclusive program for ALL students. Our program is a play-based preschool with a strong focus on school readiness. All our educators have their bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education and we strive to teach our students independence, social skills, and academics all while they’re...

Little Builders Preschool & Daycare

127 Hemlock Avenue, Redwood City, CA

Little Builders is a Spanish immersion family preschool and daycare in Redwood City since 2014. We accept 18 months - 5 years old. The first year we are limited to 6 students and enroll full time students only. We believe that immersing children in real life activities through play is highly...

FIRST SCHOOL

625 HAMILTON AVENUE, PALO ALTO, CA

At First School our experienced family of teachers nurture our community of children with engaging curriculum including social and emotional and play based learning. Our ratio of 1 to 5 allows each teacher to work closely with children as they grow and learn from each other in a mixed classroom...

ALPHA KIDS ACADEMY, LLC

201 Ravenswood Ave, MENLO PARK, CA

Alpha Kids Academy welcomes children ages 6 months to 6 years old to our Menlo Park preschool. Our preschool center is located on Ravenswood Avenue and Middlefield Road, on the opposite side of Menlo Atherton High School. Have no doubt, your children are going to love exploring our engaging...

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 North - CALL FOR FALL PROMO

120 Lindbergh Street, SAN MATEO, CA

Little Rainbow Family Daycare

306 Buckeye St, Redwood City, CA

School Pickups & Dropoffs ! now we have this service available.

Learning Links Preschool

1764 Marco Polo Way, Burlingame, CA

The mission of Learning Links Preschool is to provide the highest quality care, while creating a nurturing and supportive community of children, parents and highly skilled staff. Through an inclusive program that attends to the whole child, we seek to enrich every child's experience. Through a...

Building Kidz of Redwood City - Limited Spots!

909 Roosevelt Avenue, REDWOOD CITY, CA

Guidepost Montessori at Palo Alto

930 Emerson St, PALO ALTO, CA

At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence. From toilet independence as a toddler, to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler—we provide individualized support, intentional hands-on learning materials, and the freedom...

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...