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Happa Baby School

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

5521 Doyle Street, Emeryville, CA 94608

Visit website ↗(510) 255-0244Directions ↗Licensed for 80
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
0
Complaint visits
3
Last visit
11/25/2025
Total visits
7

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2026-06-08). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Happa Baby School provides high-quality education and care for babies to preschoolers in Emeryville, emphasizing open communication, integrated settings, and a family-like learning environment. The school's approach promotes self-sufficiency, respect, and curiosity through self-play and guided activities.

Philosophy
Integrating family and community in education with a collectivist approach; promoting self-sufficiency, respect, and curiosity through self-play and guided activities in a clean, safe, family-like atmosphere.
Ages served
Babies to preschoolers
Outdoor
Not listed
Religious
Not listed

Programs

  • •Newborn care (Sloths classroom)
  • •Infant care (Sloths & Otters classrooms)
  • •Toddler care (Otters classroom)

Highlights

  • ✓Located in Emeryville
  • ✓Emphasis on community building and multicultural viewpoint
  • ✓Experienced teaching staff with early childhood education training
  • ✓Family-oriented, collectivist educational approach

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Hours, Meals, Teacher ratio, Outdoor play space, Daily schedule. Ask the preschool directly.

Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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