Ages 2–5

Best Preschools in San Bruno

Top 19 licensed programs serving children ages 2–5, ranked by compliance record, parent reviews, and capacity.

19 preschool-capable facilities

0 top rated

79% clean record

Typical tuition

Average monthly cost in San Mateo County

2022 median

$2,401

/ month

infant

$1,720

/ month

toddler

$1,893

/ month

preschool

Median cost at licensed child care centers. Licensed family child care homes typically cost 20-30% less (infant care around $964/month).

San Bruno has 19 licensed childcare providers serving preschool-age children (2–5), combining Child Care Centers and qualifying Family Child Care Homes. California caps preschool ratios at 1:12 (one caregiver per twelve kids). This guide ranks the top 19 by inspection record, parent reviews, and licensed capacity.

79% of the ranked programs have a clean inspection record with zero citations on file. Each facility's page shows the full inspection and complaint history so you can dig deeper before scheduling a tour.

Programs vary widely in philosophy — Montessori, Reggio Emilia, play-based, and academic models are all represented. Click any listing to see the teaching style (when the owner has published it), tuition ranges, and the latest CCLD inspection summary.

Top 19 Preschools in San Bruno

Andrea B. Soares

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · San Bruno

Capacity: 14 Est. preschool tuition: $1,300 – $1,800/mo

Belle Air Preschool

Excellent

Child Care Center · San Bruno

Capacity: 96 Est. preschool tuition: $1,450 – $1,950/mo

Betty J. Vidal-noriega

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · San Bruno

Capacity: 14 Est. preschool tuition: $1,300 – $1,800/mo

Bright Star Preschool/child Development Center

Excellent

Child Care Center · San Bruno

Capacity: 35 Est. preschool tuition: $1,450 – $1,950/mo

California Montessori School

Excellent

Child Care Center · San Bruno

Capacity: 38 Est. preschool tuition: $1,450 – $1,950/mo

Francesca Francisco and Mary Lizel Francisco

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · San Bruno

Capacity: 14 Est. preschool tuition: $1,300 – $1,800/mo

Happy Hall School

Excellent

Single Licensed Child Care Center · San Bruno

Capacity: 123 Est. preschool tuition: $1,450 – $1,950/mo

Healyn A. Merida

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · San Bruno

Capacity: 14 Est. preschool tuition: $1,300 – $1,800/mo

Lorena Turuy

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · San Bruno

Capacity: 14 Est. preschool tuition: $1,300 – $1,800/mo

Luciana De Oliveira

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · San Bruno

Capacity: 14 Est. preschool tuition: $1,300 – $1,800/mo

Maria Luiza Pereira

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · San Bruno

Capacity: 12 Est. preschool tuition: $1,300 – $1,800/mo

Sbpsd Allen Elementary School & Preschool

Excellent

Child Care Center · San Bruno

Capacity: 84 Est. preschool tuition: $1,450 – $1,950/mo

St. Andrew's Preschool

Excellent

Single Licensed Child Care Center · San Bruno

Capacity: 53 Est. preschool tuition: $1,450 – $1,950/mo

Stratford School-crestmoor Canyon Preschool

Excellent

Child Care Center · San Bruno

Capacity: 168 Est. preschool tuition: $1,450 – $1,950/mo

Stratford School

Excellent

Child Care Center · San Bruno

Capacity: 144 Est. preschool tuition: $1,450 – $1,950/mo

Highlands Christian Schools

Fair

Child Care Center · San Bruno

Capacity: 300 Est. preschool tuition: $1,450 – $1,950/mo

Skyline College Cdc

Good

Child Care Center · San Bruno

Capacity: 100 Est. preschool tuition: $1,450 – $1,950/mo

Hugs Hangout

Good

Child Care Center · San Bruno

Capacity: 60 Est. preschool tuition: $1,450 – $1,950/mo

Amna Rehmane

Fair

Family Child Care Home · San Bruno

Capacity: 14 Est. preschool tuition: $1,300 – $1,800/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed preschools are in San Bruno?

San Bruno has 19 licensed childcare programs that serve preschool-age children (ages 2–5). This includes dedicated preschool centers and family child care homes whose licenses cover this age group.

What's the difference between a preschool and a daycare center?

In California licensing terminology the two overlap significantly — most "preschools" are licensed as Child Care Centers that happen to serve children ages 2–5 with a structured curriculum. Dedicated preschool programs tend to emphasize school readiness, early literacy, and social-emotional development.

How much does preschool cost in San Bruno?

Typical monthly tuition for a preschool program in San Mateo County is about $1,688 at a center and $1,550 at a family child care home (based on 2022 benchmark data). Part-day and half-day programs cost less.

What should I look for when choosing a preschool?

Look for a published curriculum or teaching philosophy, low teacher turnover, outdoor play space, a clean inspection history on the facility's page, and caregivers who engage warmly with children during your tour. Ask about ratio (state maximum is 1:12 for preschoolers), transition plans to kindergarten, and how behavior and conflict are handled.