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.:
List of Courses Offered
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: 鈥here 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 草榴社区 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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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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(408) 245-7338
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7338
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Gr: PK-K | 93 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Special Program Emphasis
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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
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Montessori School
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Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 773-0200
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 773-0200
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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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