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Footsteps Preschool Academy

Daycare center in Milpitas, CA. 95 S Abbott Ave, Milpitas, CA 95035

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Footsteps Preschool Academy in Milpitas, CA
AgesInfant, toddler and preschool
HoursSee hours below
Tuition fromNot listed
Licensed capacity45 children
Citations on file3 (2 Type A)
On the register since2025

About the program

Footsteps Preschool Academy is a licensed daycare center in Milpitas, California, on the state register since 2025. It is licensed for 45 children and serves infant, toddler and preschool ages.

Footsteps Preschool in Milpitas provides Montessori and STEAM-based education for children aged 18 months to 6 years.

The program follows a Montessori approach and includes meals.

MontessoriMeals included

Tuition and capacity

Tuition: not listed. Footsteps Preschool Academy 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.

Licensing and safety

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Licence typeSingle Licensed Child Care Center · 435700781
Licence statusActive since 2025
Licensed capacity45 children
Inspections on file0
Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. Last synced September 18, 2026.
Citations on file3Area median for centers: 1
Type A (immediate risk)2121 of 528 centers have at least one
Substantiated complaints20 inspection visits · last visit August 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

1596.885(c) · 101170(e)(1) · 101216.3(b) · 101238.2(g) · 101216.3(a)

Open the state record for each visit report.

What parents say

We had a wonderful experience at this preschool. The teachers are caring, patient, and genuinely invested in each child’s growth and well-being. From the very beginning, they created a warm, welcoming environment where our son felt safe, supported, and excited to learn. We were impressed by the balance of academics, creativity, and social development. The activities were engaging and age-appropriate, helping our son…

Mohit Gupta · 5/5 on Google · 3 months ago

My child has been attending Footsteps Preschool for the past year, and I couldn’t be happier with our experience. From day one, the teachers and staff have created a warm, caring, and nurturing environment that truly feels like a second home. Over the past year, I’ve seen such positive growth in my child - both academically and socially. The activities are thoughtfully planned, and I love how the school balances…

surya jai · 5/5 on Google · 4 months ago

My child has been attending this school for the past one and a half years, and our experience has been truly wonderful. Since the new director joined, we have seen a very positive change. She brings a great deal of experience, structure, and care to the school environment. Every day, my child comes home happy and excited. He looks forward to school each morning and is always eager to share his artwork and what he has…

Steven Chen · 5/5 on Google · 4 months ago

Our experience with this daycare has been very positive. The staff are caring, attentive, and genuinely invested in the well-being and development of the children. From the moment we enrolled our child, we felt welcomed and reassured by the warm and structured environment. The daily routines are well-organized, with a good balance of learning, playtime, and rest. We’ve noticed meaningful improvements in our child’s…

Sheeba B · 5/5 on Google · 4 months ago
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Getting there

95 S Abbott Ave, Milpitas, CA 95035

Questions about Footsteps Preschool Academy

Is Footsteps Preschool Academy licensed?

Yes. Footsteps Preschool Academy holds an active Single Licensed Child Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 435700781), with a licensed capacity of 45 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

Has Footsteps Preschool Academy had any inspection violations?

California's public file shows 3 citations for Footsteps Preschool Academy, 2 of them Type A. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.

What ages does Footsteps Preschool Academy take?

Footsteps Preschool Academy is licensed to serve infant, toddler and preschool ages.

How much does Footsteps Preschool Academy cost?

Footsteps Preschool Academy 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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