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Safari Kid, INC.

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

1402 Dempsey Road, Milpitas, CA 95035

Visit website ↗(408) 945-9032Directions ↗Licensed for 96
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
4
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
3
Last visit
2/27/2025
Total visits
9

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 Milpitas offers comprehensive early childhood education programs including preschool, after-school, and summer camp for children from toddler through pre-kindergarten ages. The school emphasizes a whole child approach incorporating cognitive, social, language, physical, emotional, and health development domains.

Philosophy
Research-based curriculum drawing inspiration from Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf education philosophies, emphasizing whole child development, hands-on STREAM activities, self-directed learning, and nurturing curiosity for lifelong success.
Ages served
Toddler, Entry Level Preschool, Intermediate Level Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten
Hours
Monday-Friday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Outdoor
Outdoor spaces promote year-round learning with indoor discovery and outdoor play; active play, yoga, and mindful movement activities included

Programs

  • •Toddler
  • •Entry Level Preschool
  • •Intermediate Level Preschool
  • •Pre-Kindergarten
  • •After School
  • •Summer Camp
  • •Local School Drop Off and Pick Up

Highlights

  • ✓Low teacher-to-child ratio with individual attention
  • ✓Hands-on STEAM activities and creative arts
  • ✓Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf-inspired curriculum
  • ✓Whole child development across five domains

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Specific teacher-to-child ratio, Meals/snacks, Parent involvement opportunities, Curriculum materials cost. 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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