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San Jose Day Nursery

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

33 North 8th Street, San Jose, CA 95112

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
10
2 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
14
Last visit
7/16/2025
Total visits
25

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

San Jose Day Nursery is a high-quality hands-on learning child development center located in downtown San Jose that has specialized for 100 years in enhancing life skills, language, socialization, and cognitive development. The center accommodates the financial needs of all working families through income-based tuition and subsidies.

Philosophy
Education through play. Staff build positive relationships with children and families, facilitate hands-on learning experiences that support development in all areas, and provide a loving, nurturing environment that encourages children to be respectful, independent, and empathetic.
Ages served
Infant program: 6 weeks to 2 years; Toddler program: 2 years to 3 years; Preschool program: 3 years to 5 years
Hours
7 am to 6 pm (children must be in attendance by 9:30 each day)
Outdoor
Indoor and outdoor play areas with materials selected to enhance and support children's play
Meals
Breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack included in tuition

Programs

  • •Infant program
  • •Toddler program
  • •Preschool program

Highlights

  • ✓100 years of experience in early childhood education
  • ✓Income-based tuition and subsidized funding available
  • ✓All staff trained in child development practices; many have ECE degrees
  • ✓Hands-on learning environment supporting development in all areas

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