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Peter Pan Co-Op Nursery School Maxwell House

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

4618 Allendale Ave, Oakland, CA 94619

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
6/12/2023
Total visits
1

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

Peter Pan Co-Op Nursery School is a play-based parent cooperative located in Oakland, California, serving children ages two to six since 1947. The school operates on a parent-run model where families actively participate in teaching, maintenance, and community engagement.

Philosophy
Children experience deep interconnectedness of family, education, and community through a cooperative model focusing on individual growth and social development. The school draws from Positive Discipline, Bev Bos, works of Gessell/Ilg/Ames, and understanding of individual temperament to support diverse learners including children with special needs.
Ages served
Two to six years of age
Hours
School day 9:00 am to 12:00 noon; optional PM Program 12:00 noon to 2:45 pm
Outdoor
Located on the grounds of Maxwell Park in Oakland

Programs

  • •Play-based learning
  • •Parent cooperative model with parent teaching involvement
  • •Optional PM Program
  • •Parent education

Highlights

  • ✓76 years in the community
  • ✓Parent-run organization with deep family involvement
  • ✓Serves 700+ families
  • ✓Welcomes children with special needs

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Teacher ratio details, Meals/snacks, Curriculum details, Special services or accommodations. 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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