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The Discovery Years - Berryessa
5.0
The teachers are very supportive and they go above and beyond for the children. My children have been attending for a year. I feel like I have a peace of mind when I drop my children off each day.
- Rosa R.
iCare Children's House Montessori Preschool
5.0
My daughter simply loves it & cannot wait to go to school & looks forward to it everyday. The staff ls simply amazing & super nice!
- Care member
LITTLE TREE PLAYSCHOOL
5.0
We have been incredibly happy with our experience at Little Tree over the past year. We started our toddler at 19 months in their toddler program and, like all parents, were apprehensive about how our son would adapt. All of the teachers showed so much love, care and concern for our child that it...
- Care member
Step By Step Academy
5.0
Dear parents, thank you so much for all these kind words, it means a lot to me! I feel so fortunate to have you and your amazing kiddos in my like, I consider you part of our family! Each child have a special place in my heart… forever!!! Thank you for trusting me and for giving me the opportunity...
- Care member
Colleen's Day Care
5.0
I put my son with Colleen since he was 18month he always happy when go to his Daycare ,Colleen love all the kids and alway have something new n interested for kid ❤️ Thank you Colleen n Sam
- Care member
Preschools in San Jose, CA
The Discovery Years - Berryessa
1411 Piedmont Road, SAN JOSE, CA
5.0
(1)
With over 30 years of experience, The Discovery Years offers exceptional preschool and daycare programs. Our dedicated teachers provide developmentally appropriate activities designed to prepare children for school. Each day includes enriching activities such as story time, circle time, free play,...
5.0
"The teachers are very supportive and they go above and beyond for the children. My children have been attending for a year. I feel like I have a peace of mind when I drop my children off each day."
Rosa R.
4.7
(3)
iCare understands each kid is unique. We respect the difference and follow kid’s own developing pace. Our teacher is not only the educator, but more an observer and helper. Teachers guide, support, and when needed, directly teach our children developmentally appropriate play and social skills....
5.0
"It is an excellent and reliable place to leave our little ones"
Care member
5.0
(9)
Here at Little Tree, our philosophy is one that respects and reveres the uniqueness of each child. We strive to promote a safe and nurturing environment, in a play based setting. We are a small school, that values our relationship with our children, their families and our community.
5.0
"We have been incredibly happy with our experience at Little Tree over the past year. We started our toddler at 19 months in their toddler program and, like all parents, were apprehensive about how our son would adapt. All of the teachers showed so much love, care...
Care member
Step By Step Academy
5323 Alan Ave, San Jose, CA
5.0
(30)
Working with children has been my passion for many years. One of the most fulfilling experiences in my career as a physical therapist was promoting a healthy physical development for children of all ages. In the many years of working as a childcare provider, caring for children has been a...
5.0
"Ioana is truly one of a kind! She has watched our oldest daughter since she was 9 months old (she is now 2.5) and she also currently watches our baby girl (9 months). Ioana has helped us introduce solids, potty train, and educate our daughters. She goes over and...
Care member
Colleen's Day Care
802 Spindrift St, San Jose, CA
5.0
(7)
I am a licensed provider for over 28 years. I pride myself that my environment is a loving and safe place for children.
Activities are age appropriate.
We bring activities that enrich each child with stories, ABC, colors, and shapes. *Our children also learn independence, sharing, communication...
5.0
"My children and I love Colleen’s day care so much! Colleen is so sweet and gives me such peace of mind when leaving my children with her. My kids are always so happy to go spend their day with her. My son is starting kindergarten soon and thanks to Colleen I feel...
Care member
Georgia's Small Family Daycare
4000 Knollglen Way, San Jose, CA
5.0
(6)
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I've partnered with parents in raising their kids since 1995, when it was my way of providing for my family while home with my own kiddos. I live on a tree lined street near Hacienda School, providing a nurturing family environment for the kids. Having an abundance...
5.0
"This week marks the end of my extraordinary 4-and-a-half-year relationship with Georgia. I found Georgia almost five years ago when I was looking for daycare options for my first son. I was heartbroken when I knew I would need to return to work while Leo was only 3...
Veronica H.
Everrose Daycare And Preschool
4139 Piper Drive, San Jose, CA
4.8
(16)
Hello!
My name is Saima and I run a home daycare in West San Jose, California called EverRose Daycare and Preschool!
I have worked at Kinder Care, Primary Plus, and One World Montessori. I also received early child care education from West Valley College and I am a mom, raising five kids,...
5.0
"We are first time parents, as many of you may also be, and we are very happy that we found Ever Rose Daycare. We found this place online and of course were very sensitive at the beginning because we wanted to find the best nurturing place for our cute bundle of...
Care member
Sandy's Child Care
5049 Leigh Avenue, San Jose, CA
5.0
(3)
I'm a mother of three girls, 22, 25, and 29. My husband and I have been married 31 years this October. While our girls were growing up, I took of care of children, one or two at a time, sometimes 3 or 4 as our girls got older. I've cared for infants, toddlers and while our girls were in elementary...
5.0
"I met Sandy about 11 years ago when my oldest daughter started taking Jazzercise classes with her. She fell in love with her as did my younger daughter when Sandy let her join the big girls class (even though she was to young) To this day my girls at 16 and 13...
Jennifer
Sharpe Kids Center
61 Asbury St, San Jose, CA
5.0
(1)
Hello! We are the Sharpe's and owners and founders of Kids Sharpe Center. We have been working with children and families for over 25 years. We are both educators by training and have a heart for children and families. We believe every child is smart and believe that social-emotional, spiritual...
5.0
"My daughter has been with Hosac and Elizabeth Sharpe since they opened their daycare in the beginning of March 2018. I am extremely happy with the care that my daughter has received. For starters, my daughter is always happy when I drop her off and is never in a...
Rachel R.
Mulu Tsion's Daycare
Santa Teresa Blvd., San Jose, CA
5.0
(3)
Mulu Tsion is a mother-daughter home based daycare. Shashework has over 20 years of experience with children, which started with babysitting children for family and friends, raising her own children, and later as an independent provider. Kalkidan who has a degree in Business Administration and...
5.0
"This facility is very popular with the families I work with. Shashe and Kalkidan strive to bring the best quality care to the children I've referred to them. The goal of the program I work for is to promote healthy and early education for children. Shortly after...
Martha
Pequenas Sonrisas
4075 Forestbrook Way, San Jose, CA
5.0
(1)
PEQUENAS SONRISAS was founded in 2008.
My name is Laura; I am speak spanish, experience mother of 4 (22, 20, 19, 14) with 23 yrs of experience caring for children.
We offer full-time and part-time day care services to ages 0-10. Our staff is trained in child care and certified in CPR and Red...
5.0
"My nephews and my niece went to this DayCare Center and they had a great time. Laura is very honest, responsible and all the time she was very patient with the kids and with us as a family. She is a caring, trustworthy and kind woman. She will be a blessing for you...
Laura R.
Curious Angels Daycare
56 Park Village Place, San Jose, CA
5.0
(1)
Our family home daycare has opening for children newborn-5 years old. We offer a preschool program that develops the social, emotional and physical well-being of every child. Our mission is to understand that every child is unique and special in their own way.
Children will be provided free...
5.0
"We were very nervous to leave our 5 month old with someone that we did not know. Sedique did a great job caring for our baby. She was always happy when we picked her up. She made us very confident in knowing our baby was well taken care of her and kept on her...
Rachel B.
Kiddie Haven Daycare And Preschool
61 Asbury St, San Jose, CA
5.0
(3)
We have a fun, loving childcare center located near First Street and Taylor. We offer a preschool program for children from 2-5, and have excellent care for children under 2. We have a wide variety of developmentally appropriate equipment, games and activities for all ages and have a wonderful...
5.0
"My son is 23 months and has been at Kiddie Haven since 6 months. He loves the staff, learns and retains a great deal, is happy and well socialized, and overall I am convinced they made working and raising my child the way we want possible.
He is able to say...
Trina B.
Maryann's Daycare
1798 Chevalier Drive, San Jose, CA
5.0
(8)
I am honest, trustworthy and great with kids. I am a licensed daycare provider. I have experience with children from birth to the age of 5. I have also raised two boys of my own, young men now who have moved on to fulfill their own dreams and are starting their own families.
I have always had a...
5.0
"We love Maryann so much she is beyond amazing! I needed some respite care for my son, John Dean (6 months) and we were so lucky to find her and she had an opening! She is so wonderful with the children! She treats them like her own and that is very comforting to...
Megan M.
"ET" Kids!
5083 Country Lane, San Jose, CA
5.0
(1)
We are passionate about family! Each family is valued and each child is valued as an individual. I have over 35 years' experience and my partner has 15. We are committed to each child's growth building trust, joy and happiness through play, cooking, academics, field trips, parks, libraries, art,...
5.0
"My son went to ET kids for 3 years. Pam was always keeping the kids busy with fun activities and outings. We loved ET kids!"
Tina H.
Yami's Daycare
1311 Joplin Drive 3, San Jose, CA
5.0
(5)
Yami's Daycare is licensed by the state of CA. Clean, safe and loving environment. I am a very responsible, reliable, kind, patient, loving and caring person. I am a mom of two kids with 12 years of experience.
- Monday to Friday: 6:30 am to 6:00 pm
- Ages: 3 months to 13 years.
- I serve hot home...
5.0
"Very warm home and We know that they're not just being watched?they're learning so much! In a nutshell, this is not your average day care center but a 2nd home that we give love and care."
Joe G
5.0
(2)
Welcome to Scholars Academy Preschool and Elementary School, where early education meets excellence. Our preschool program is crafted with care, offering a nurturing environment that sparks curiosity and fosters a love for learning. With experienced educators, engaging activities, and a focus on...
5.0
"Both my kids attend Scholars Academy and they love it! The teachers and directors are nurturing, they host many unique events for the students and parents and the curriculum is setting them up for a successful Kindergarten transition. Highly recommend this school!"
Care member
Lingling Daycare
3216 Birchwood LN, San Jose, CA
5.0
(2)
We are dedicated ourselves to teaching children more than 10 years. We are well-qualified and experienced
We are trilingual English & Chinese (Mandarin & Cantonese).
We provide organic healthy and nutritious food.
We are offering a safe and clean place for the kids, as well a fun learning...
5.0
"We are so happy with Ling Ling Daycare. Lindsay is so knowledge. She answers all my questions and always give us daily update on how my son is doing. We started Ling Ling when my daughter was five months and now she is in preschool. When we pass by Lindsay to pick...
Casey C.
Munchkins Wonderland
167 Park Ellen Drive, San Jose, CA
5.0
(20)
Hi. I am a loving, responsible and caring mom of a 14-year-old daughter and an 9 year-old son. I am interested in taking care of your child in my home. I have more than 14 years' experience in childcare. I have worked with children, aged from newborn to 14 years. I love to play with kids and teach...
5.0
"We love Razia's daycare! We came to know Razia since we live in the same neighborhood and can always hear the laughter from her house. We talked to some parents during the pickup/ drop off time and got positive feedback, and toured the place and liked the vibe from...
Nicole Y.
Elham Daycare
5384 Romford Drive, San Jose, CA
5.0
(20)
Elham Small Family Home Child Daycare.
My rates are very reasonable compared to the high rates of preschool, and your kid would learn similar educational material that they would in preschool. I provide holiday, overnight or weekend care with notice in advance.
I have been running my daycare for...
5.0
"We cannot say enough nice things about Elham and her family, because she has been a loving, patient, and kind teacher and caretaker of our child for the past four years. She truly loves all her kids and treats them like family! Not only do we know our son is well...
Lisa C.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in San Jose, CA
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in San Jose, CA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in San Jose, 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 Jose, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in San Jose, CA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in San Jose, 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 Jose, CA.
How can I find a preschool near me in San Jose, CA?
When looking for a preschool near you in San Jose, 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 Jose, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.
Ratings for San Jose, CA preschools listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Preschools in San Jose, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 181 reviews of the 273 listed preschools.