Kiddie Academy of San Jose
521 WEST CAPITOL EXPRESSWAY, SAN JOSE, CA 95136Childery Rating: 4/5
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Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.4 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.Not Available
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.4 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 4 out of 5 stars overall. Structural quality reflects a 27% violation rate and a license in good standing. The structural rating also includes California's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. California caps infant ratios at 1:4, toddler ratios at 1:6, and preschool ratios at 1:12. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Annual training isn't required by the state. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 98
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:4 Not Regulated Toddlers 1:6 12 Preschool 1:12 Not Regulated
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 3 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Parent Communication & Policies (1), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1), and Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (1). None of the 3 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Oct 22, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Upon the Occurrence, During the Operation of the Child Care Center of Any of the Events.....a Report Shall Be Made to the Department by Telephone.. Within the Next Working Day...a…CCR 101212(d)(1)(B)
(POC) due date, 11/21/2025, the Director will conduct a reporting requirements training for all staff. Director will submit the training materials and the training session's attendance sheet (signed by all staff), to the department as a proof of correction by 11/21/2025. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Based on records review, Child (C1) was injured on 8/11/2025, which was not reported to the department. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of the children in care. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Sep 18, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Personal Rights: (A) The Licensee Shall Ensure That Each Child Is Accorded the Following Personal Rights: (1) To Be Accorded Dignity in His/her Personal Relationships with Staff…CCR 101223(a)(1)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Jul 12, 20231 Finding1 Important
- 01700.3 Lead Testing Written Directives (b)(1) a Result with Values of 5.5 Ppb or Greater Shall Be Deemed an Action Level Exceedance. This Requirement Was Not Met as Evidenced By:…
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
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