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Papillon Preschool managed by Bright Horizons

Daycare center in San Mateo, CA. 1311 So. el Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94402

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Papillon Preschool managed by Bright Horizons in San Mateo, CA
AgesInfant, toddler and preschool
HoursSee hours below
Tuition fromNot listed
Licensed capacity108 children
Citations on file6 (2 Type A)
On the register since2015

About the program

Papillon Preschool managed by Bright Horizons is a licensed daycare center in San Mateo, California, on the state register since 2015. It is licensed for 108 children and serves infant, toddler and preschool ages.

Bright Horizons in San Mateo provides early education and child care services for infants through kindergarten-aged children.

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Tuition and capacity

Tuition: not listed. Papillon Preschool managed by Bright Horizons does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,507 a month.

Infant places240 to 12 months

Licensing and safety

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Licence typeDay Care Center + Infant Center · 414004114, 414004115
Licence statusActive since 2015
Licensed capacity108 children
Inspections on file8
Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. Last synced September 18, 2026.
Citations on file6Area median for centers: 1
Type A (immediate risk)245 of 294 centers have at least one
Substantiated complaints18 inspection visits · last visit May 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

101229(a)(1) · 101229(a)(1) · 101229(a)(1) · 101170(e) · 101616.5(b) · 101239(n) · 101429(a)(2)(C)(3)

Open the state record for each visit report.

What parents say

Very considerate and caring staff. Long hours and almost full year coverage to ensure parents not worry about kids when they work full time. We started as backup care then switched to full time because we love them.

Jiajie Huang, PhD · 5/5 on Google · 5 months ago

My son had a wonderful time at Papillon Bright Horizons. The Directors as well as the classroom staff/teachers were communicative, supportive, asked about his preferences and needs and accommodated those, gave us daily updates, and really made my son feel at home. I feel like he thrived at this daycare and I really appreciated their structured days. He was always safe and happy and if he had a rougher day, they were…

Amelia G. K. · 5/5 on Google · a year ago

Teachers and staff are amazing. Really caring and thoughtful about our child’s development. We’ve been going here for more than 2 yrs and it’s been great. Our son has really grown. Teachers like Yanet, Marisol, Melissa and Jenny have been great! Director Jenny has been a wonderful leader and so happy we got to reconnect at this BH with her.

Jennifer Chou · 5/5 on Google · 2 years ago

Immediately upon registering my child, we felt like family. The management team and all the teachers at this school genuinely care for the children and families that come through their doors. They provide meaningful and exceptional learning experiences while giving my child a healthy and safe place to grow. I one hundred percent recommend this school!

Rachelle Ticzon · 5/5 on Google · 2 years ago
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Getting there

1311 So. el Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94402

Questions about Papillon Preschool managed by Bright Horizons

Is Papillon Preschool managed by Bright Horizons licensed?

Yes. Papillon Preschool managed by Bright Horizons holds an active Day Care Center + Infant Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 414004114, 414004115), with a licensed capacity of 108 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

Has Papillon Preschool managed by Bright Horizons had any inspection violations?

California's public file shows 6 citations for Papillon Preschool managed by Bright Horizons, 2 of them Type A, across 8 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.

What ages does Papillon Preschool managed by Bright Horizons take?

Papillon Preschool managed by Bright Horizons is licensed to serve infant, toddler and preschool ages.

How much does Papillon Preschool managed by Bright Horizons cost?

Papillon Preschool managed by Bright Horizons 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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