Catalyst Kids - Santa Teresa
6200 Encinal Dr, San Jose, CA 95119
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Executive Regulatory & Staffing Overview
California Department of Social Services (CDSS) Title 22 compliance audit • Updated October 2026
Catalyst Kids - Santa Teresa is an authorized California school age day care center (located at 6200 Encinal Dr in San Jose), licensed by the California Department of Social Services (CDSS #434400186) for up to 56 children. Enrolling early childhood learners, the center operates 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM (11 hours daily), providing commuter runway for local working parents. Across official state audits, Catalyst Kids - Santa Teresa holds a flawless 36-month California regulatory compliance history with zero Type A or Type B citations issued during on-site inspections, and earned an OpenPHR Staff Stability Score of 88/100 (HIGH STABILITY), reflecting educator retention and regulatory staffing consistency, where the program operates under regional early educator wage baselines.
CDSS #434400186 • LICENSED
56 children across approved classrooms
Clean Regulatory Record (0 Citations)
88 / 100 • HIGH STABILITY
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM (11 hours daily)
Safety Record: What Happened, When & Was It Fixed
Clean Safety Record · 3 Years
Zero recorded Type A or Type B health and safety violations during trailing 36 months.
This campus has zero recorded Type A or Type B citations across California Department of Social Services monitoring reports for the past 36 months.
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California State Social Services (CDSS) conducts unannounced annual and complaint inspections. We continuously scan the state licensing docket and email you immediately if a new Type A hazard or staffing ratio citation is posted.
Full Regulatory Audit • 26 Compliance Areas
Detailed CDSS Title 22 engineering audits including seismic water reserves, MERV-13 air quality, lead fixture assays, staff TrustLine clearances, and Title 22 ratios.
Parent Experiences at Catalyst Kids - Santa Teresa
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Frequently Asked Parent Questions for Catalyst Kids - Santa Teresa
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Q:How much does tuition cost at Catalyst Kids - Santa Teresa in San Jose?
Tuition at Catalyst Kids - Santa Teresa is estimated at approximately $2,350 – $3,200/mo (Regional Est.) for full-day care. Exact rates vary depending on child age cohort (infant, toddler, or preschool) and enrollment schedule. Contact Catalyst Kids - Santa Teresa directly at (408) 972-4396 for current tuition schedules and sibling discounts.
Q:What ages does Catalyst Kids - Santa Teresa accept and what are their operating hours?
Catalyst Kids - Santa Teresa is licensed for up to 56 children and enrolls 48 – 144 months (4 – 12 yrs · TK & School-Age). Standard operating hours are 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM, providing commuter runway for local working parents.
Q:What is the Staff Stability Index score for Catalyst Kids - Santa Teresa?
Catalyst Kids - Santa Teresa holds an OpenPHR Staff Stability Score of 88.0/100. This score is objectively synthesized from California CDSS Title 22 compliance audits, teacher retention data, and wage transparency benchmarks under California SB 1162.
Q:Does Catalyst Kids - Santa Teresa have any California CDSS inspection citations or violations?
Catalyst Kids - Santa Teresa holds a spotless regulatory record with 0 recorded Type A or Type B health and safety citations over the trailing 36-month monitoring window from the California Department of Social Services (CDSS).
Q:How do I schedule a tour or contact Catalyst Kids - Santa Teresa?
Catalyst Kids - Santa Teresa is located at 6200 Encinal Dr, CA. Parents can call their administrative desk directly at (408) 972-4396 to confirm current classroom availability, waitlist status, and schedule an on-site visit.