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Happy Hearts Preschool

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

8985 Monterey Road, Gilroy, CA 95020

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
10
Last visit
7/16/2025
Total visits
18

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Happy Hearts Preschool offers safe, nurturing care for infants, preschool, and school-age children from 6 weeks to 12 years in Gilroy. The center is state-licensed, accepts subsidies, and operates with extended hours from 6 AM to 6 PM.

Philosophy
Play-based learning that builds confidence, curiosity, and school readiness, with emphasis on kindness, creativity, emotional intelligence, and innovation through STEM exploration and problem-solving activities.
Ages served
6 weeks to 12 years (Infants, Preschool, School-Age)
Hours
6 AM – 6 PM
Outdoor
Outdoor spaces available for physical activity and exploration, fostering gross motor skills and outdoor learning experiences.
Meals
Nutritious snacks and education on balanced diets; personalized feeding options including breast milk, formula, and solids.

Programs

  • •Infant care (6 weeks+)
  • •Preschool
  • •School-age before & after school programs
  • •Homework help
  • •Morning Huddles
  • •Play Stations
  • •Learning Lab
  • •STEM exploration

Highlights

  • ✓State Licensed by California Community Care Licensing
  • ✓All teachers CPR & First Aid certified
  • ✓Accepts CalWORKs, Go-Kids, and other subsidies
  • ✓Low staff-to-child ratios for infants

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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