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Nitty Gritty Preschool At Acton Sv

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

233 Topaz Street, Redwood City, CA 94062

Visit website ↗(650) 208-3573Directions ↗Licensed for 48
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
1/16/2025
Total visits
4

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

Nitty Gritty Preschool at Acton SV in Redwood City serves ages 2-5 with a play-based curriculum blending nurturing care and social-emotional development. The program offers flexible scheduling options (2, 3, or 5 days per week) available as half-day or full-day programs.

Philosophy
Play-based learning rooted in research-backed curricula including Handwriting Without Tears, Zoo-phonics, Music Together, and Kimochis®. Focus on social-emotional development as equally important as academics, with intentionally designed classrooms that feel like a second home where children feel safe, loved, and free to be themselves.
Ages served
Ages 2-5
Hours
Half-day: 8:15 AM - 1:00 PM; Full-day: 8:15 AM - 3:15 PM

Programs

  • •Play-based curriculum
  • •Handwriting Without Tears
  • •Zoo-phonics literacy program
  • •Music Together
  • •Kimochis® social-emotional curriculum
  • •2-day, 3-day, or 5-day scheduling options
  • •Half-day and full-day programs

Highlights

  • ✓1:8 student-to-teacher ratio with individualized attention
  • ✓Small class sizes and nurturing environment
  • ✓Research-backed curriculum combining play-based learning with academics
  • ✓Strong focus on social-emotional development

Not stated on their website: Meals/snacks, Outdoor play areas, Teacher qualifications, Curriculum details beyond listed programs, Toilet training policies (discussed in FAQ but not as formal policy), Summer programs, Field trips. Ask the preschool directly.

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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