Before/After School School Age (5+) 40 children

San Jose Stepping Stones #354

1903 Lincoln Ave, San Francisco, CA 94116

40
Capacity
3 years - 5 years
Age range
1:4
State infant ratio
$1,800/mo
California avg infant
License in good standing

License is active in state records at indexing time. Confirm current status directly with the state regulator before enrolling.

About San Jose Stepping Stones #354

San Jose Stepping Stones #354 is a before/after school located in San Francisco, California (94116). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the California Department of Social Services — Community Care Licensing Division. Licensed capacity is 40 children.

Cost & subsidies in California

Statewide averages: $1,800/month infant, $1,240/month preschool. Most California families qualify for assistance through CalWORKs Child Care + APP (Alternative Payment Program) (intake: (916) 651-6195).

Federal options stack on top: Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit (20-35% of up to $6,000), and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap). Verify which assistance programs this provider accepts directly with the center.

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Before you enroll

A few quick checks every parent should do before signing a child-care contract — applies to San Jose Stepping Stones #354 and any other licensed provider:

  • Verify the license is current in the state database (link above) — not expired or under restriction.
  • Tour during operating hours. Observe child-staff interactions in your child's age room.
  • Ask the actual ratio in that room (not center-wide average).
  • Ask about staff turnover in the last 12 months. Under 30% is healthy.
  • Read the parent handbook and contract before signing. Pay attention to illness policy, late-pickup fees, holiday closures, withdrawal terms.
  • Confirm which subsidies and FSA/CDCTC documentation the provider supports.
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Frequently asked questions about San Jose Stepping Stones #354

Is San Jose Stepping Stones #354 licensed?
Yes — San Jose Stepping Stones #354 holds a current California child-care license in our records (status: Active), sourced from California Department of Social Services — Community Care Licensing Division. Always confirm current status before enrolling.
What ages does San Jose Stepping Stones #354 accept?
San Jose Stepping Stones #354 serves 3 years - 5 years. Confirm current openings for your child's age group by contacting the center directly — infant spots in particular fill fastest.
How much does San Jose Stepping Stones #354 cost?
Centers don't always publish rates publicly. As a benchmark, California averages about $1800/month for infants and $1240/month for preschool. Contact San Jose Stepping Stones #354 for current tuition, and check whether you qualify for subsidies that reduce the cost.
How many children can San Jose Stepping Stones #354 enroll?
San Jose Stepping Stones #354 has a licensed capacity of 40 children. Licensed capacity is the maximum allowed by the state — actual openings vary by age room and current enrollment.

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