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Shu Academy Preschool (211 South Delaware Street)

Daycare center in San Mateo, CA. 211 South Delaware Street, San Mateo, CA 94401

5.0 (11 on Google)Read parent reviews
Call (650) 866-9121Visit website
AgesPreschool
HoursSee hours below
Tuition fromNot listed
Licensed capacity62 children
Citations on file2
On the register since2021

About the program

Shu Academy Preschool (211 South Delaware Street) is a licensed daycare center in San Mateo, California, on the state register since 2021. It is licensed for 62 children and serves preschool ages.

Shu Academy is a Mandarin bilingual preschool offering play-based education for children aged 18 months to 5 years at multiple locations.

The program follows a play-based and language immersion approach, states San Mateo County Quality Counts accreditation and offers Mandarin.

Play-basedLanguage immersionSan Mateo County Quality Counts accreditedMandarinOnline tour booking

Tuition and capacity

Tuition: not listed. Shu Academy Preschool (211 South Delaware Street) 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.

Licensing and safety

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Licence typeDay Care Center · 414004803
Licence statusActive since 2021
Licensed capacity62 children
Inspections on file2
AccreditationSan Mateo County Quality Counts (stated by the program)
Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. Last synced September 18, 2026.
Citations on file2Area median for centers: 1
Type A (immediate risk)045 of 294 centers have at least one
Substantiated complaints12 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

101227(a)(1) · 101216.3(a) · 101216.3(a)

Open the state record for each visit report.

What parents say

My son went to Shu two years ago, and our entire family loved this preschool. The low ratio made it easier for transition and daily communications. They sent out so many great pictures of my son, so I knew he was having so much fun while we were away. Every teacher was so nice. My son graduated with fluent Chinese and wonderful routines of reading and politeness. Now we are planning to send out baby girl to their new…

Andrew Bauer · 5/5 on Google · 8 months ago

Choosing Shu Academy for our child was an excellent decision for their early education. After two wonderful years, we can confidently say that Shu Academy provides an exceptional foundation for young learners, characterized by genuine care, a nurturing environment, and a truly engaging curriculum. From the moment our child started, the teachers and staff created a warm and welcoming atmosphere. It was evident that…

Lesley Z · 5/5 on Google · a year ago

We love Shu Academy! Before moving to the area, I toured three preschools and ultimately chose Shu Academy based on several key factors: a strong bilingual curriculum with native speakers of both languages, a great teacher-to-student ratio, cleanliness and organization, and engaging extra activities - like visits from police officers and garbage collection workers who give fun and educational talks. Over the past…

Jocelyn Tan · 5/5 on Google · a year ago

This review is long over due. Both my kids went to Shu Academy from 2018-2022. How lucky we were to find the perfect bilingual school for our kids! They nurtured our kids emotionally, intellectually, even potty trained both. The teachers and director Katie are amazing- attentive to the child and parent's needs. My kids still have fond memories of the art, playtime, weekly music teachers, animal shows, and holiday…

Angel Chang · 5/5 on Google · 2 years ago
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Getting there

211 South Delaware Street, San Mateo, CA 94401

Questions about Shu Academy Preschool (211 South Delaware Street)

Is Shu Academy Preschool (211 South Delaware Street) licensed?

Yes. Shu Academy Preschool (211 South Delaware Street) holds an active Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 414004803), with a licensed capacity of 62 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

Has Shu Academy Preschool (211 South Delaware Street) had any inspection violations?

California's public file shows 2 citations for Shu Academy Preschool (211 South Delaware Street), 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 Shu Academy Preschool (211 South Delaware Street) take?

Shu Academy Preschool (211 South Delaware Street) is licensed to serve preschool ages.

How much does Shu Academy Preschool (211 South Delaware Street) cost?

Shu Academy Preschool (211 South Delaware Street) 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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