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Peppertree Schools of Los Gatos - Ranch House

Daycare center in Los Gatos, CA. 14969 Los Gatos Almaden RD, Los Gatos, CA 95032

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Peppertree Schools of Los Gatos - Ranch House in Los Gatos, CA
AgesInfant, toddler and preschool
HoursSee hours below
Tuition fromNot listed
Licensed capacity56 children
Citations on file16 (3 Type A)
On the register since2021

About the program

Peppertree Schools of Los Gatos - Ranch House is a licensed daycare center in Los Gatos, California, on the state register since 2021. It is licensed for 56 children and serves infant, toddler and preschool ages.

Peppertree School of Los Gatos provides preschool and daycare services.

Tuition and capacity

Tuition: not listed. Peppertree Schools of Los Gatos - Ranch House does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,452 a month.

Infant places320 to 12 months

Licensing and safety

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Licence typeDay Care Center + Infant Center · 434415601, 434415602
Licence statusActive since 2021
Licensed capacity56 children
Inspections on file4
Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. Last synced September 18, 2026.
Citations on file16Area median for centers: 1
Type A (immediate risk)3121 of 528 centers have at least one
Substantiated complaints84 inspection visits · last visit July 2026

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.

Regulations cited

101223(a)(2) · 1596.8595(a)(1) · 101238(g)(1) · 101223(a)(3) · 101238.2(g) · 101223(a)(2) · 1596.8595(c)(1) · 101170(a) · 101238(e) · 101429(a)(2)(C) · 1596.7995(a)(1) · 101430(a)(3)(C) · 1596.8595(a)(1) · 101223(a)(3) · 101220.1(g)(1) · 101226.1(b)(2) · 101430(a)(3)(A)(4)(a) · 1596.7995(a)(1) · 1596.8662(b)(1) · 101419.3(a) · 1596.8595(c)(1) · 1596.8662(b)(1) · 101429(a)(2)(B) · 101217(d)

Open the state record for each visit report.

What parents say

Discovering Peppertree Ranch House was a turning point for us. After visiting several impersonal, corporate daycares, we found our perfect match. Nestled in a quaint ranch house, this gem provides a structured yet incredibly heartfelt learning environment. It doesn't feel corporate or like a makeshift setup in someone’s personal home. With its focus on play-based learning and social-emotional development, Peppertree…

Michele Cassell · 5/5 on Google · a year ago

Our grandson started at Peppertree Day Care when he was just 6 months old, and it has been a wonderful experience ever since. From the very beginning, the caregivers were deeply invested in making his transition smooth and comfortable. They took the time to understand his specific needs and adjusted their care thoughtfully, which gave us immense peace of mind. He has always felt loved, cared for, and truly valued -…

Ramnath P · 5/5 on Google · 8 months ago

I have two daughters attending Peppertree School (a toddler and a baby). The baby room is set up so that the babies are engaged with the teachers, the other babies, and plenty of toys. The toddlers, meanwhile, are kept busy with a wide variety of activities - coloring with crayons, dancing, riding bikes and toy cars, teeter totter, slides, bubbles - and they also establish a consistent schedule that helps them get…

Benjamin Bethune · 5/5 on Google · 2 years ago

My youngest has attended Peppertree ranch house for about 18 months now through the 1 and 2 y.o. programs. We love it here. They have some really nice play spaces on the property and class rooms are updated nicely. We have loved all of our teachers so far. Plus they open earlier than most childcares nearby.

Erika Vanecek · 5/5 on Google · 3 years ago
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Getting there

14969 Los Gatos Almaden RD, Los Gatos, CA 95032

Questions about Peppertree Schools of Los Gatos - Ranch House

Is Peppertree Schools of Los Gatos - Ranch House licensed?

Yes. Peppertree Schools of Los Gatos - Ranch House holds an active Day Care Center + Infant Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 434415601, 434415602), with a licensed capacity of 56 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

Has Peppertree Schools of Los Gatos - Ranch House had any inspection violations?

California's public file shows 16 citations for Peppertree Schools of Los Gatos - Ranch House, 3 of them Type A, across 4 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.

What ages does Peppertree Schools of Los Gatos - Ranch House take?

Peppertree Schools of Los Gatos - Ranch House is licensed to serve infant, toddler and preschool ages.

How much does Peppertree Schools of Los Gatos - Ranch House cost?

Peppertree Schools of Los Gatos - Ranch House 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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