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Gateway Preschool Academy

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

2360 Mclaughlin Avenue, San Jose, CA 95122

Visit website ↗(408) 520-4311Directions ↗Licensed for 60
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
7
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
7/25/2025
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

Gateway Preschool Academy serves children ages 24 months to 5 years across three developmental classrooms. The academy is committed to partnering with parents to equip children for academic success and social emotional readiness.

Philosophy
We believe it takes a village to raise a child. GPA is committed to partnering with parents to equip children for academic success and social emotional readiness. The mission is to provide holistically enriching academic experiences in a nurturing learning environment supported by trained child development educators to equip each child to attain their full God given talents and giftings.
Ages served
24 months to 5 years (entry into kindergarten)
Hours
8am-5:30pm
Religious
Christian (seeks Christ-minded staff; references God-given talents and giftings)

Programs

  • •Growing Sheep: 2-3's Class
  • •Soaring Eagles: 3-4's Class
  • •Roaring Lions: 4-5's Class
  • •Summer Camps (June-August)

Highlights

  • ✓Open enrollment year-round
  • ✓Academic program runs late August to early June
  • ✓Three classrooms organized by developmental stage
  • ✓Staff trained in child development

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Teacher-to-student ratio, Meals and snacks, Outdoor play facilities, Curriculum details, Holiday schedule. 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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