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Building Kidz (Ps)

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

39 E. 39th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
3
Complaint visits
5
Last visit
10/6/2025
Total visits
10

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 2026-05-18). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Building Kidz of San Mateo is a preschool serving infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with a focus on performing arts integrated into development standards. The school emphasizes safety, learning through life experiences, nutritious meals, and academics to prepare children for elementary school.

Philosophy
The Building Kidz Blueprint includes Safety, Learning Through Life Experiences (LTLE), Nutritious Meals, Environment, and Academics. The proprietary Performing Arts curriculum fully integrates music, dance, and theater into age-appropriate development standards through classes and Broadway style productions.
Ages served
Infant, Toddler, Preschool
Hours
Monday-Friday: 7:00 am — 6:00 pm
Meals
Nutrient-dense choices prepared monthly with meal plans provided

Programs

  • •Infant Program
  • •Toddler Program
  • •Preschool Program
  • •Performing Arts

Highlights

  • ✓Proprietary Performing Arts curriculum with music, dance, and theater
  • ✓Learning Through Life Experiences (LTLE) pedagogical approach
  • ✓Daily sanitization and comprehensive safety protocols
  • ✓Children exceed elementary school entry-level academic expectations

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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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