Safety7
Curriculum8
Art/Music7
Infant care8
K-ready6
Teachers8
Compassion8
Mgmt7
Culture8
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars7
Strengths
- CCLD-licensed since 2009, active license #434410803, capacity 40; includes infant center
- 34 Yelp reviews; Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum blends emergent and academic learning
- Industry-leading ratios: 1:3 for infants/toddlers, 1:5 for young preschool
- Locally owned and founder-led since 2009 — consistent philosophy and community trust
- Nextdoor community endorsements with positive multi-year family feedback
- Serves ages 6 weeks–pre-K; full-time and part-time scheduling available
Considerations
- Smaller capacity (40) means enrollment may fill quickly
- Hours 8:15 AM–5:00 PM are shorter than some competitor centers
Safety7
Curriculum8
Art/Music6
Infant care5
K-ready7
Teachers8
Compassion8
Mgmt7
Culture8
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars7
Strengths
- 5.0 stars with 12 reviews on Google per NextAd Agency aggregator — highly rated
- Parents consistently praise thoughtful curriculum, staff dedication, and child nutrition awareness
- Children described as eager to attend daily — strong emotional environment
- Capacity 75; structured yet engaging preschool curriculum
- CCLD-licensed child care center in 95120
Considerations
- Google rating sourced from third-party aggregator (NextAd Agency), not directly from Google Maps — treat with some caution
- Yelp listing for this specific location has limited reviews vs. other Safari Kid branches
- CCLD license number not confirmed via childcarecenter.us in search results — verify at ccld.dss.ca.gov
Safety7
Curriculum8
Art/Music6
Infant care5
K-ready7
Teachers8
Compassion7
Mgmt7
Culture8
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars7
Strengths
- 4.5 stars on Yelp with 35 reviews — one of the most-reviewed preschools in South San Jose
- Nationally recognized Montessori program operating since 1979 — 45+ years of consistent excellence
- Serves children 2.5 through age 12; strong continuity from preschool through elementary
- Draws families from across Silicon Valley including Santa Cruz and San Francisco
- Capacity 94 children; established staffing and infrastructure
Considerations
- No confirmed Google Maps rating found separately from Yelp in public search results
- Montessori method may not suit families seeking structured academic curriculum
- CCLD license number for the Foxworthy location not confirmed via childcarecenter.us (separate Leigh Ave location found at #434415095)
Safety7
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care7
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion8
Mgmt7
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- 57 Yelp reviews as of June 2026 — strong community presence and sustained engagement
- Parents praise security, hygiene, staff friendliness, and balanced learning approach
- Serves infants through age 5; full-day 7:00 AM–6:00 PM
- National Kiddie Academy brand with standardized curriculum and safety protocols
- Multiple parent testimonials highlight child advancement within months of enrollment
Considerations
- National franchise model — program quality can vary by individual director
- Capacity 20 listed in one CCLD listing (infant center portion); full center capacity may be larger — verify enrollment space
Safety7
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care5
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt7
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- CCLD-licensed, active license #434417222, capacity 91; CCLD shows 0 violations
- 70 Yelp reviews — exceptional for a South San Jose preschool
- Serving the community since 2000; weekly music and professional soccer enrichment classes
- Low teacher-to-child ratios for both toddler and preschool programs
- Open 7:30 AM–6:00 PM; serves ages 18 months–6 years
Considerations
- No confirmed Google Maps rating found in public search results
- Specific Yelp star rating not confirmed — 70 reviews but rating not visible in search results; check Yelp directly
- Larger capacity (91) may mean less intimate environment for some families
Safety6
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care5
K-ready6
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt6
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Licensed child care center listed on childcarecenter.us with single licensed status, capacity 72
- Yahoo Local 5.0 rating — parents praise cleanliness, space, and staff warmth
- Authentic Montessori environment for ages 18 months–6 years
- Operating since 2012 with consistent Montessori philosophy
- Open 8:00 AM–5:30 PM Monday–Friday; part-time and full-time options
Considerations
- No confirmed Google Maps rating found in public search results
- CCLD license number not confirmed via childcarecenter.us for San Jose location (Campbell location at #434416688 found, not the Dellwood Way address)
- Yelp listing shows no reviews as of November 2025 — limited public review data
- Closes at 5:30 PM; may not suit late-working parents
Safety6
Curriculum7
Art/Music5
Infant care5
K-ready6
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt6
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- CCLD-licensed since 1997, active license #434400388, capacity 48
- 52 Yelp reviews — the highest review count found for any Gilroy/South SJ preschool in this study
- Yelp shows predominantly 5-star reviews; parents credit caring and warm teachers
- Play-based curriculum serving the community since 1992
- Open 7:00 AM–6:00 PM Monday–Friday; full-day hours
- Multi-location operator (Almaden + Berryessa) with consistent brand standards
Considerations
- One Yelp reviewer noted director does not follow up with inquiries
- No confirmed Google Maps rating found in public search results
- Play-based model may not satisfy families seeking academic-focused preschool
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