Ranked among the top 3 childcare centers in Milpitas across all 11 quality dimensions — placing this center in the very top tier of local options.
Best for Safety
Earned the highest safety score in Milpitas. Our safety dimension weighs inspection history, deficiency records, and parent-reported safety culture across reviews.
Best Curriculum
Earned the highest curriculum score in Milpitas. This dimension evaluates structured learning, developmental programming, and how well daily activities prepare children for each stage.
Best K-Ready
Earned the highest kindergarten-readiness score in Milpitas. This dimension reflects pre-literacy, pre-math, and school-readiness preparation reported by parents and visible in the curriculum.
Best Arts & Music
Earned the highest arts & music score in Milpitas. This dimension reflects the depth and consistency of creative programming — visual arts, music, movement, and imaginative play.
Best Extracurriculars
Earned the highest extracurricular score in Milpitas. This dimension covers enrichment programs — languages, STEM, yoga, cooking, field trips, and other activities beyond the core curriculum.
Full Ranking Detail
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Merryhill Preschool, Elementary & Middle School in Milpitas is a WASC-accredited private school serving ages 3 through 8th grade, with 550 students and a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Founded in 1984, it offers long-term educational continuity from preschool through middle school, emphasizing hands-on learning with distinctive features like Mandarin language instruction, yoga classes, and iPad integration from kindergarten onward. Before and after school care and summer programs support working families with flexible scheduling (M-F 7:30 AM–6:00 PM), and it has earned a 2026 Niche A+ rating with strong GreatSchools marks. As a private school, it does not offer subsidized care, and families should note that the preschool is one component within a larger K–8 institution—a different environment than a standalone preschool center.
Safety6.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care4.0
Kindergarten readiness8.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion7.0
Management7.0
Culture7.0
Extracurriculars7.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Emphasizes a private school education for the whole child with hands-on learning and positive mindsets. Mandarin language instruction is offered as a distinctive component.
Programs & activities: Before and after school care, summer camp, weekly yoga classes, specialty classes, and celebrations. Students receive iPads from kindergarten through 8th grade.
What sets it apart: WASC-accredited and named a 2026 A+ School by Niche. Open M-F 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM, serving ages 3 through 8th grade, founded in 1984.
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Top 3 in Milpitas
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Best for Safety
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Best K-Ready
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