Shiksha Daycare and Preschool
Education of the Heart and Mind
SPOTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
Shiksha serves children from ages 2 to 12 years. The Elementary afterschoolers attend full-day with no extra cost during school holidays.
We accept children from 2+ years of age to Pre-K age for the whole-day Preschool program. We also offer accelerated Academics for school-going children in the after-school program and during school breaks. Along with Academics, fun Science experiments, Language classes (Spanish), and much more will be taught here! Ask us about our flexible schedules.
Contact (650) 303-9293
Shiksha provides a safe, home-like atmosphere for its Pre-Schoolers, enriching and preparing them for life -socially, educationally, and emotionally. Each Shiksha pre-schooler becomes prepared for any public or private school. We encourage independence, public speaking, fun science experiments, and reading. Each child gets individualized attention.
Elementary After School Children are served here at Shiksha. Shiksha does not charge any additional fees for after schoolers when Public Schools are not in session. They can attend all day at Shiksha doing productive WORK and PLAY. Shiksha provides age and grade-appropriate accelerated Academics, fun Art, hands on Science Experiments, separate play area, nutritious snacks which is all inclusive in one fee for the month. Shiksha has special arrangements for Kindergarteners and Pre-K children and provides space for their lunch and nap with individual care to each and ever child here. We have a fantastic Reading Program, Journal Writing and Public Speaking program to support the social growth of every child.
Shiksha (Sanskrit: शिक्षा)
instruction, lesson, learning, and study of skill
Shiksha is a fun place to be. We offer children many opportunity for engaging activities like singing, dancing, yoga, science experiments, and art. However, the main objective is to prepare children for a successful Kindergarten experience and educate them with important life skills.
S - Strength
H - Happy
I - Inquisitive
K - Kind
S - Social
H - Honest
A - Aspiring
“Our experience at Shiksha has been nothing short of amazing! From the moment we enrolled our two-year-old, we knew we made the right choice. Mrs. Basu is exceptional! She creates a warm and nurturing environment where our child feels safe and excited to learn every day. Mrs. Basu has a lot of experience from being a teacher for many years. The activities are engaging, allowing kids to explore and develop their skills at their own pace.
What impresses us most is how our little one has thrived since starting at Shiksha. Her social skills have blossomed, and she’s gained a strong foundation in early literacy and numeracy. We're often amazed by the new things she comes home excited to share with us!
Shiksha is clean, well-organized, and equipped with age-appropriate toys and materials. The communication between Mrs. Basu and the parents is outstanding, keeping us informed about our child's progress and upcoming events via pictures and videos sent by text. It makes me feel at ease at work knowing our daughter is having a blast!
We couldn't be happier with having our daughter enrolled at Shiksha. It's evident that Mrs. Basu truly cares about each child's development and well-being. If you're looking for a preschool where your child can flourish in a fun and educational environment, Shiksha is the perfect place!”
— Jessica Gudino (Parent)
Meet Kasturi Basu
Hi parents of little ones,
I am Kasturi Basu, and I have lived in Foster City for more than 22 years. I have been a teacher in California for last 19 years, and my passion is to teach young children. I believe teaching children through fun activities like art, science experiments, yoga, and even cooking can add an extra dimension to learning. I raised my own two daughters and grandchild with these philosophies, and now I am excited to offer a fun and educational daycare/preschool experience for your children.
Best,
Kasturi
My Philosophy For Teaching and Objective
My Philosophy for Shiksha is to build a platform where I would provide a nurturing, inviting, and loving environment for the children with the goal of building a life-long learning experience. I would create avenues where the little ones are going to freely share their thoughts and express their views in an open-minded manner. Shiksha is for all. Everybody is invited to be a part of it.
Meet the Staff
My Name is Rashmi, and I am the Helper Teacher at Shiksha Daycare & Preschool. I am very excited to be a part of this school. I love being with children, and it is a great privilege to be able to spend each day with young, curious minds. I believe each child is special, and all have strengths and talents.
I live in Foster city with my husband, and my children. I love spending time with my family and friends, doing different activities like hiking, camping, playing outdoor and indoor games. I also enjoy cooking and Yoga. I look forward to a great year filled with fun, learning and exploration.
