The Presbyterian Early Learning Center is a child care center devoted to the education and nurturing of young children.
PELC offers full-time preschool (daycare), part-time preschool for 2's- 4's; Kindergarten, and "Mother's Day Out" (MDO) for children 5 months to 4 years old.
Our teachers are highly educated and experienced, and are warm and caring with young children.
Our program focuses on the development of self-esteem, an awareness of others and of the natural world in a blend of education and Christian spirit.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Presbyterian Early Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1961
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
282 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
List of Courses Offered
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: …where love and learning go hand in hand.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Presbyterian Early Learning Center's ranking?
Presbyterian Early Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Presbyterian Early Learning Center?
The application deadline for Presbyterian Early Learning Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Presbyterian Early Learning Center located?
Presbyterian Early Learning Center is located in the Sunnyvale West neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA. There are 10 other private schools located in Sunnyvale West.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Presbyterian Early Learning Center is Fusion Academy Cupertino (2.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Challenger School - Sunnyvale (0.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1185 Hollenbeck Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7170
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7170
0.2 miles
Gr: NS-8
Appleseed Montessori School
Montessori School
1302 Warner Ave
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7338
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7338
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 93 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Special Program Emphasis
1522 Lewsiton Drive
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 746-0460
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 746-0460
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 165 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Delor Montessori School
Montessori School
1510 Lewiston Dr
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 773-0200
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 773-0200
0.6 miles
Gr: K | 46 students
Champion Kinder International School
Daycare / Preschool
1055 Sunnyvale Saratoga Rd
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 838-3333
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 838-3333
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 11 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
19638 Stevens Creek Blvd., Suite 230
Cupertino, CA 95014
(877) 673-8893
Cupertino, CA 95014
(877) 673-8893
2.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 Avg. class size: 1 student Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
21050 Mcclellan Rd
Cupertino, CA 95014
(408) 865-0366
Cupertino, CA 95014
(408) 865-0366
2.5 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 491 students
St. Francis High School
(Catholic)
1885 Miramonte Ave
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 968-1213
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 968-1213
2.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,745 students
11311 Mora Dr
Los Altos, CA 94024
(650) 209-9400
Los Altos, CA 94024
(650) 209-9400
2.9 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 260 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
Happy Academy
Special Program Emphasis
1019 S De Anza Blvd
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 461-5419
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 461-5419
3 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 21 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1185 Hollenbeck Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7170
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7170
0.2 miles
Gr: NS-8
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Special Program Emphasis
1522 Lewsiton Drive
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 746-0460
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 746-0460
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 165 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
1030 Astoria Dr
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 738-3060
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 738-3060
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 241 students Tuition listed
1196 Lime Dr
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 617-8198
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 617-8198
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 523 students Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
Silicon Valley Academy
(Islamic)
1095 Dunford Way Ste 400 Building C
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 243-9333
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 243-9333
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 146 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1185 Hollenbeck Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7170
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7170
0.2 miles
Gr: NS-8
Appleseed Montessori School
Montessori School
1302 Warner Ave
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7338
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7338
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 93 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
French American School of Silicon Valley ![French American School of Silicon Valley Photo]( "French American School of Silicon Valley Photo")
Special Program Emphasis
1522 Lewsiton Drive
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 746-0460
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 746-0460
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 165 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Delor Montessori School
Montessori School
1510 Lewiston Dr
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 773-0200
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 773-0200
0.6 miles
Gr: K | 46 students
Champion Kinder International School
Daycare / Preschool
1055 Sunnyvale Saratoga Rd
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 838-3333
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 838-3333
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 11 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
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Community Day
Alternative School
589 West Fremont Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 522-2233
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 522-2233
0.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 6 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
545 East Cheyenne Dr.
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 736-2180
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 736-2180
0.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 350 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Fremont High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
575 West Fremont Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 522-2400
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 522-2400
0.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 2,060 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Sunnyvale Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1080 Mango Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 522-8288
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 522-8288
0.9 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 1,053 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Louis E. Stocklmeir Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
592 Dunholme Way
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 732-3363
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 732-3363
1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 840 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
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