We are happy to boast a high average tenure of teachers.
Our longest term teacher, Ms. Guitar, has been here over 20 years! Several of our staff have a degree in Early Childhood Education or are currently enrolled in college courses to earn one.
Our teachers have a true love of learning and a passion for working with children.
Our center director and assistant director are both very new to their positions, we are eager to see the growth in our young management team!.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1979
Student Body
Total Students
214 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Welcome to KinderCare Santa Clara! Our center has been serving children for over 40 years. We are excited to continue that tradition of quality! We believe in fostering whole child development. Every classroom has a special curriculum tailored specifically for that age group. Please stop by and check us out!
- Here at KinderCare Santa Clara, the health and safety of your children is one of our top priorities. The front of our building may only be entered with a code that only our enrolled families and staff have; all of our playgrounds are fenced with locked gates as well. Ms. Kelsey is the Health and Safety Coordinator on site. Kelsey's role includes conducting emergency drills, ensuring staff CPR and First Aid cards are up to date, and maintaining high cleanliness standards.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: Hindi, Spanish
- Cal Works, 4Cs, Choices for Children, Pace, discuss others on tour.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Santa Clara KinderCare often compared to?
Santa Clara KinderCare is often viewed alongside schools like Stratford School - Santa Clara Pomeroy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Santa Clara KinderCare?
The application deadline for Santa Clara KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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