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Kidango Chynoweth

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

5312 Terner Way, San Jose, CA 95136

Visit website ↗(408) 353-0458Directions ↗Licensed for 28
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Licensing & safety record

✓ Clean licensing record

No citations or complaint visits on file with state licensing as of 2025-09-29. Last licensing visit: 12/11/2024 (1 total).

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

About this preschool

Kidango Chynoweth Center is a Head Start preschool serving low-income families with a research-based curriculum designed to prepare children for kindergarten and lifelong learning. The center connects families with community resources and emphasizes creating a welcoming, inclusive environment.

Philosophy
Research-based curriculum grounded in play-based learning with influences from Montessori, Reggio-inspired approaches, and the International Baccalaureate Early Years Program, with a focus on nurturing, inclusive, and high-quality environments where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn.
Hours
7:30 am - 5:30 pm

Programs

  • •Head Start

Highlights

  • ✓Head Start center serving low-income families
  • ✓Community resource connections for families
  • ✓Research-based, play-based curriculum
  • ✓Regional director with 25+ years of early childhood education experience

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Ages served, Outdoor play, Meals provided, Teacher ratio, Specific curriculum details. 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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