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Kensington Nursery School

Daycare center in Kensington, CA. 52 Arlington Avenue, Kensington, CA 94707

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Kensington Nursery School in Kensington, CA
AgesPreschool
HoursSee hours below
Tuition fromNot listed
Licensed capacity38 children
Citations on fileNone on record
On the register since1979

About the program

Kensington Nursery School is a licensed daycare center in Kensington, California, on the state register since 1979. It is licensed for 38 children and serves preschool ages.

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Tuition and capacity

Tuition: not listed. Kensington Nursery School does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,170 a month.

Licensing and safety

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Licence typeDay Care Center · 070200431
Licence statusActive since 1979
Licensed capacity38 children
Inspections on file2
Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. Last synced September 18, 2026.
Citations on file0Area median for centers: 1
Type A (immediate risk)059 of 318 centers have at least one
Substantiated complaints02 inspection visits · last visit April 2025

California cites a Type A violation for an immediate risk to the health or safety of children, and a Type B violation for a record-keeping or maintenance item. The state file gives counts, dates and regulation numbers, not the inspector's notes.

What parents say

KNS is a co-op preschool and has been a great fit for our family. We truly love this school! They are flexible with parent involvement, and the teachers are very experienced, kind, and attentive. The program is well-rounded without being overly scheduled, with plenty of outdoor and free play. The ratios are excellent, and the sense of community among families and staff is wonderful. They also offer both part-time and…

Karen Maloney · 5/5 on Google · 7 months ago

KNS is the most wonderful preschool you could imagine - the teachers are highly skilled, caring, and dedicated. The community of families is intimate, warm and welcoming. Every day is filled with outdoor play, fun activities and positive social development. Schedule a visit now!

Tee Ef · 5/5 on Google · 7 months ago

We are now in our 5th year of KNS. All three of our children have attended this wonderful school. The teachers provide a warm and welcoming environment for children to thrive. We also really have enjoyed the community at Kensington Nursery School. It's a coop but the obligations are minimal and often opportunities to meet new families and make new friends. If you're looking for a well rounded pre-school, where…

Rea Family · 5/5 on Google · 8 months ago

My 3-year-old is so happy and learning so much at Kensington Nursery School. The staff is incredible, and there's a great balance of structure and free play, with plenty of both indoor and outdoor time. She especially loves the trampolines in the Music & Movement (M&M) room! All of their systems feel really well thought out and dialed in. I especially appreciate that they offer both napping and non-napping options,…

Ashley Daly · 5/5 on Google · 7 months ago
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Getting there

52 Arlington Avenue, Kensington, CA 94707

Questions about Kensington Nursery School

Is Kensington Nursery School licensed?

Yes. Kensington Nursery School holds an active Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 070200431), with a licensed capacity of 38 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

Has Kensington Nursery School had any inspection violations?

California's public file shows no citations for Kensington Nursery School, across 2 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.

What ages does Kensington Nursery School take?

Kensington Nursery School is licensed to serve preschool ages.

How much does Kensington Nursery School cost?

Kensington Nursery School does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.

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