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Palo Alto Friends Nursery School

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

957 Colorado St, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Visit website ↗(650) 856-6152Directions ↗Licensed for 38
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
2/10/2025
Total visits
5

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

Friends Nursery School is a play-based preschool in Palo Alto committed to nurturing child development through creative, well-rounded programming. The school features a low student:teacher ratio and a private, expansive outdoor play area.

Philosophy
A play-based preschool committed to nurturing the development of every child and cultivating a lifelong love of learning. Fully-qualified teachers plan a well-rounded, creative program enabling children to explore the world around them through their senses, stimulating their creativity and leading them to become confident and resilient individuals.

Highlights

  • ✓Low student:teacher ratio
  • ✓Private and expansive outdoor play area
  • ✓Play-based curriculum with art and sensory experiences
  • ✓Community fundraising events throughout the year

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