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YWCA Conservation Corps.

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

1560 Berger Drive, San Jose, CA 95112

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
0
Complaint visits
2
Last visit
2/29/2024
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

YWCA Golden Gate Silicon Valley provides licensed childcare for infants through preschool-age children at two San Jose locations, with nearly 70 years of experience. The program emphasizes S.T.R.E.A.M.-based activities and creates a safe, socially just learning environment.

Philosophy
Dedicated to fostering children's learning through S.T.R.E.A.M (Science, Technology, Recreation, Engineering, Art & Math) based activities, providing opportunities for hands-on, active exploration and discovery in a variety of learning and constructive play activities. Strives to create a safe and socially just environment where children learn to understand, value, and create a society where all people are treated equally.
Ages served
Six weeks to entry into first grade (infant, toddler, and preschool age)
Hours
M-F; 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Programs

  • •S.T.R.E.A.M. based activities
  • •Hands-on learning
  • •Constructive play activities

Highlights

  • ✓Nearly 70 years of experience in childcare
  • ✓Low-cost or no-cost care through state funding (California State Preschool Program, General Child Care and Development)
  • ✓Staff have Early Childhood Education college units and professional experience
  • ✓Two locations in San Jose

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