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Kidango Castlemont Preschool

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

8601 Macarthur Blvd. Bld. 300, Oakland, CA 94605

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
0
Complaint visits
9
Last visit
7/21/2023
Total visits
11

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

Kidango Castlemont Preschool is one of the first Kidango centers in East Oakland, offering research-based curriculum and experienced teachers to prepare children for kindergarten. The center operates full-day classes from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm.

Ages served
Children ages one through six
Hours
7:30 am - 5:30 pm

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