Level Up Montessori-Saratoga
12770 Saratoga Ave, Saratoga, CA
4.8· 20 reviews
Butterflies Academy
- licensed capacity
- 30
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $1,650
- year first licensed
- 2016
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About
About Butterflies Academy
Butterflies Academy is a licensed child care center in Saratoga, California. The state has licensed it since September 8, 2016, for up to 30 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Montessori, Play-based and Waldorf approach, with drop-in / hourly care, full-time care, part-time care and pre-k. It lists monthly tuition from $1,650 to $2,580.
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 5 visits since Oct 2021, with 0 Type A and 2 Type B citations.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Ages 2 – Kindergarten entry
- Hours today
- 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 30 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Ages 2 – Kindergarten entry |
|---|---|
| Programs | Drop-in / hourly care, full-time care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp |
| Approach | Montessori, Play-based, Waldorf |
| Enrichment | Creative Arts, Music, Yoga, PE |
| Staff-to-child ratio | 1:5 teacher-to-child ratio |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Assistance it accepts | CalWORKs, GoKids, and Choices for Children |
| Discounts | 20% monthly discount on the part-day afternoon program |
| Parent updates | Parent app (WhatsApp) |
| Licensed capacity | 30 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Butterflies Academy lists monthly tuition from $1,650 to $2,580. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Santa Clara County has a median price of $527 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Full Day 8:00 AM–5:30 PM, 5 Days, 2–4 yrs. | $2,580 |
| Full Day 8:00 AM–5:30 PM, 5 Days, 4 & up | $2,280 |
| Full Day, 2 Days, 2–4 yrs. | $1,750 |
| Full Day, 2 Days, 4 & up | $1,650 |
| Full Day, 3 Days, 2–4 yrs. | $1,960 |
| Full Day, 3 Days, 4 & up | $1,860 |
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| Part Day 8:00 AM–12:00 PM, 2–4 yrs. | $2,000 |
| Part Day 8:00 AM–12:00 PM, 4 & up | $1,900 |
| Annual enrollment fee | $150 |
| Enrollment fee (new enrollments) | $200 |
| Drop-In, 4 & up | $150 a day |
| Drop-In, 2–4 yrs. | $180 a day |
8 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
Infant
Center$527
Home daycare$361
Toddler
Center$373
Home daycare$313
Preschool
Center$410
Home daycare$347
School age
Center$438
Home daycare$287
State record
Inspection reports for Butterflies Academy
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 5 visits to Butterflies Academy since Oct 2021. Its published counts show 0 Type A and 2 Type B citations across those visits.
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child care center
- Capacity
- 30 children
- First licensed
- 2016
- License number
- #434414738
Summary
5 visits since Oct 2021 · Last visit Sep 22, 2026
Type A citations 0 · Type B citations 2, as the state counts them
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- Sep 22, 2026Inspection
- Sep 29, 2025Inspection
- May 17, 2024Visit
- Sep 20, 2022Inspection
- Oct 4, 2021Inspection
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FAQ
Questions about Butterflies Academy
Is Butterflies Academy licensed?
Yes. California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed September 8, 2016.
Does Butterflies Academy have inspection violations?
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 5 visits to Butterflies Academy since Oct 2021. Its published counts show 0 Type A and 2 Type B citations across those visits.
How many children can Butterflies Academy care for?
30, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Butterflies Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Butterflies Academy cost?
Monthly tuition from $1,650 to $2,580, as it lists it.
What is Butterflies Academy's phone number?
(408) 867-3772.
Where is Butterflies Academy?
14103 Saratoga Ave., Saratoga, CA 95070. The nearest other daycare we list is Saratoga Parent Nursery School, 0.4 miles away.