26 Before or After School Daycare in San Jose, California
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Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in San Jose
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
- 1Centro Armonia Spanish School-Santa Teresa4.75 score5(15)
196 Martinvale Lane, San Jose, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children
Centro Armonia Spanish School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise it as a nurturing, loving environment that excels in Spanish immersion education and child development. Parents consistently highlight the caring staff, strong communication, and sense of community, with many describing it as a 'home away from home' for their children.
Spanish immersion program with rapid language acquisitionwarm and caring staffexcellent communication with parentspositive discipline approach - 2A Place To Grow4.72 score5(13)
4115 Jacksol Drive, Building 2, San Jose, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children
A Place to Grow receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, nurturing teachers and well-rounded curriculum that balances academics, creativity, and play-based learning. Parents report their children are happy, confident, and making strong developmental progress while feeling welcomed into a family-like community.
Warm and nurturing environmentcaring and professional teachersbalanced curriculum combining academics and playample outdoor play time - 3Precious Moments Preschool4.72 score4.9(20)
330 South Monroe Street, San Jose, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children
Precious Moments Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Parents highlight the teachers' genuine warmth, well-structured yet flexible curriculum, quality organic meals, and strong parent communication through webcams and updates. Children reportedly transition smoothly, form bonds with peers, and show notable development in independence and academics.
Caring and attentive staffchild-led cur - 4Reach Montessori Preschool4.72 score4.9(20)
2490 Story Road, San Jose, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Parents consistently praise Reach Montessori Preschool for its nurturing Montessori approach, caring and dedicated teachers led by Ms. Annie, and positive impact on children's social and academic development. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and thrive in the mixed-age, stimulating environment. Parents appreciate the accessible administration and warm community despite modest facilities.
Dedicated and caring teachersauthentic Montessori curriculummixed-age classroom benefitschild-centered learning at individual pace - 5Evergreen Montessori School - Ar4.71 score5(12)
3000 Aborn Road, San Jose, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children
Parents consistently praise Evergreen Montessori for its nurturing Montessori-based curriculum, attentive and caring teachers, and strong focus on individual child development. Children show significant progress academically, socially, and emotionally, with parents reporting increased confidence, independence, and enthusiasm for learning. The school maintains clean facilities, offers diverse enrichment activities, and creates a welcoming environment where children thrive.
Caring and patient teachersindividualized attentionstrong Montessori curriculumfocus on academics and creative learning - 6Gateway Preschool Academy4.71 score5(12)
2360 Mclaughlin Avenue, San Jose, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Gateway Preschool Academy is a faith-based center in San Jose with consistently excellent parent reviews (all 5/5 ratings). Parents praise the caring, engaged staff, warm family-like atmosphere, balanced curriculum combining academics with play and spiritual growth, and strong parent communication through apps and daily updates.
Caring and invested teachersfaith-based curriculum with Bible stories and prayerfamily-like atmosphereclean and welcoming classrooms - 77 Magic Flowers Bilingual Montessori Preschool4.67 score5(10)
1975 Cambrianna Drive, San Jose, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 117 children
7 Magic Flowers Bilingual Montessori Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, skilled teachers and directors. Parents highlight the bilingual curriculum, balanced approach to academics and play, enrichment classes, and use of a parent communication app. Multiple families report their children were well-prepared for elementary and private school transitions.
Warm and attentive teachers with extensive experiencebilingual English - 8Almaden Parents Pre School4.67 score5(10)
5805 Cahalan Avenue, San Jose, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 24 children
Parents consistently praise Almaden Parents Pre School for its play-based learning approach, positive discipline philosophy, and strong community environment. The school's parent participation model, experienced teachers, and focus on social-emotional development alongside academic readiness are frequently highlighted as standout features.
Play-based learningpositive discipline training for parentsexperienced and caring teachersstrong community and parent involvement - 9Over The Rainbow Montessori School4.64 score5(9)
880 Hillsdale Avenue, San Jose, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 40 children
Over the Rainbow Montessori School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the school's implementation of Montessori principles, highly trained and caring teachers, and strong academic preparation that leaves children kindergarten-ready. Multiple reviewers highlight significant improvements in their children's confidence, independence, and social skills.
Well-trained and compassionate teachersclean and well-maintained facilitysp - 10Primrose School Of Willow Glen4.64 score4.8(20)
1496 Hamilton Avenue, San Jose, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 144 children
Primrose School of Willow Glen receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing environment, engaged teachers, and comprehensive curriculum. Parents consistently report their children thriving socially and academically, with smooth transitions and excellent communication.
Warm and welcoming staffcaring and dedicated teachersengaging and well-designed curriculumflexible hours
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Almaden Parents Pre School
5805 Cahalan Avenue, San Jose, CA
Parents consistently praise Almaden Parents Pre School for its play-based learning approach, positive discipline philosophy, and strong community environment. The school's parent participation model, experienced teachers, and focus on social-emotional development alongside academic readiness are frequently highlighted as standout features.
Over The Rainbow Montessori School
880 Hillsdale Avenue, San Jose, CA
Over the Rainbow Montessori School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the school's implementation of Montessori principles, highly trained and caring teachers, and strong academic preparation that leaves children kindergarten-ready. Multiple reviewers highlight significant improvements in their children's confidence, independence, and social skills.
San Jose Parents Participating Nursery School
2180 Radio Avenue, San Jose, CA
San Jose Parents Participating Nursery School is a cooperative preschool where parents volunteer one day per week in exchange for significantly reduced tuition ($150-$450/month). Parents consistently praise the play-based curriculum, caring teachers, strong community of families, and beautiful facilities with extensive outdoor spaces.
Sunnymont-Westside Parent Co-Op Nursery School
15040 Union Avenue, San Jose, CA
Parents consistently praise Sunnymont-Westside as a loving, play-based learning community where both children and parents develop together. The school is recognized for skilled teachers, strong emotional support, and age-appropriate activities that foster curiosity and kindness. Multiple reviewers credit the school with profound positive impacts on their children's development and their own parenting.
Evergreen Montessori School
3122 Fowler Road, San Jose, CA
Evergreen Montessori School receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 4-5 stars. Parents highlight the Montessori approach's effectiveness in fostering independence and confidence, along with exceptional staff, clean facilities, and strong support for individual child development including special needs.
Abc Play School
3000 South Bascom Avenue, San Jose, CA
ABC Play School receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive teachers, engaging curriculum with diverse activities, nutritious meals, and bilingual learning environment as key strengths that help children thrive and develop confidence.
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Before or After School Daycare in San Jose, California
There are 26 before or after school daycare in San Jose, California, making up 9% of the 300 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
When choosing a daycare in San Jose, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
All Before or After School Daycare in San Jose
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- Address
- 1177 Naglee Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 287-0266
- Address
- 3695 Rose Terrasse Circle, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 238-2938
Over the Rainbow Montessori School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the school's implementation of Montessori principles, highly trained and caring teachers, and strong academic preparation that leaves children kindergarten-ready. Multiple reviewers highlight significant improvements in their children's confidence, independence, and social skills.
- Address
- 880 Hillsdale Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 266-5432
San Jose Parents Participating Nursery School is a cooperative preschool where parents volunteer one day per week in exchange for significantly reduced tuition ($150-$450/month). Parents consistently praise the play-based curriculum, caring teachers, strong community of families, and beautiful facilities with extensive outdoor spaces.
- Address
- 2180 Radio Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 265-3202
Parents consistently praise Almaden Parents Pre School for its play-based learning approach, positive discipline philosophy, and strong community environment. The school's parent participation model, experienced teachers, and focus on social-emotional development alongside academic readiness are frequently highlighted as standout features.
- Address
- 5805 Cahalan Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 225-7211
Sunshine School is a highly-regarded bilingual English-Chinese preschool in San Jose where children develop strong language skills and social-emotional growth. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive teachers, nutritious meals, and enriching extracurricular activities that keep children engaged and happy.
- Address
- 3412 Sierra Road, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 464-5837
Parents consistently praise Sunshine School as a warm, well-organized bilingual preschool with caring, attentive teachers. Children are excited to attend daily, and many continue to visit their former teachers years after graduating. The school offers structured academics, enriching activities, meals included in tuition, and maintains strong teacher-to-student ratios.
- Address
- 1311 Vinci Park Way, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 464-5837
Parents consistently praise Sunnymont-Westside as a loving, play-based learning community where both children and parents develop together. The school is recognized for skilled teachers, strong emotional support, and age-appropriate activities that foster curiosity and kindness. Multiple reviewers credit the school with profound positive impacts on their children's development and their own parenting.
- Address
- 15040 Union Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 371-7646
- Address
- 1532 Willowbrae Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 264-8486
- Address
- 4660 Eastus Drive, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 807-0996
Parents consistently praise Champions at Orchard Elementary School for its caring, attentive staff and engaging curriculum. Children reportedly feel safe, valued, and excited to attend, with significant developmental growth noted. The director and teaching team are highlighted as genuinely loving and professional.
- Address
- 921 Fox Lane, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 944-0397
Evergreen Montessori School receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 4-5 stars. Parents highlight the Montessori approach's effectiveness in fostering independence and confidence, along with exceptional staff, clean facilities, and strong support for individual child development including special needs.
- Address
- 3122 Fowler Road, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 238-4001
ABC Play School receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive teachers, engaging curriculum with diverse activities, nutritious meals, and bilingual learning environment as key strengths that help children thrive and develop confidence.
- Address
- 3000 South Bascom Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 645-6239
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- 1172 Murphy Ave., Suite 150 & 170, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 837-0588
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- 5200 Dent Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 264-7333
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- 1321 Miller Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 996-0856
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- 1175 Hillsdale Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 269-2222
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- 1980 Hamilton Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 626-8008
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- 4701 Joseph Speciale Drive, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 978-1355
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- 972 South De Anza Blvd, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 470-4701
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- 5670 Camden Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 390-3490
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- 15325 Woodard Road, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 377-6545
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- 5575 Dartmouth Drive, Rm. 401, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 307-7834
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- 4645 Albany Drive, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 985-1460
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- 6670 San Anselmo Way, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 363-2130
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- 2310 Los Gatos Almaden Road, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 707-9381
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