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Safari Kid Menlo Park

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

107 Clover Lane, Menlo Park, CA 94025

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
7/16/2025
Total visits
6

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 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Safari Kid Menlo Park is an early childhood education program serving children starting at 2 years old through 6th grade (after school), offering preschool, pre-kindergarten, and after-school programs. The school emphasizes whole child development across cognitive, social, language, physical, emotional, and health domains through play-based, hands-on learning.

Philosophy
Curriculum inspired by traditional and modern early childhood philosophies, balancing semi-structured learning and open-ended exploration with emphasis on play-based learning, hands-on activities, inner reflection, and self-discovery to develop well-rounded, curious minds and instill lifelong love of learning.
Ages served
Starting at 2 years (preschool); also offers kindergarten and after-school programs for TK to 6th grade
Hours
Monday-Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Outdoor
Outdoor play included in daily schedule; exploration of nature themes connecting to nearby parks and outdoor areas; environmental stewardship through nature-based learning

Programs

  • •Entry Level Preschool
  • •Intermediate Level Preschool
  • •Pre-Kindergarten
  • •Kindergarten
  • •After School (TK to 6th grade)

Highlights

  • ✓Whole child development approach across six domains
  • ✓Nature-based learning and environmental stewardship
  • ✓Building and construction play for spatial awareness and logic
  • ✓Nutrition education and physical activities

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Teacher ratio, Meals provided, Religious affiliation. 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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