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Playgroups Unlimited - Universe Of Colors

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

178 South Boulevard, San Mateo, CA 94402

Visit website ↗(650) 401-8368Directions ↗Licensed for 30
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
1/8/2025
Total visits
4

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

Universe of Colors offers preschool and Pre-K programs structured around play-based learning with hands-on, interactive lessons. The school emphasizes social skills development, individual strengths, and a balance between play and structure.

Philosophy
Children learn by doing, interacting, and expressing. Programs are structured to make play an educational process and effective tool for language, social and intellectual development. The school values balance between play and structure, emphasizes social skills development and strong self-image, and differentiates instruction to encourage individual child's strengths and abilities.

Programs

  • •Preschool
  • •Pre-K
  • •After School
  • •Summer Programs

Highlights

  • ✓Hands-on and interactive lessons
  • ✓Open enrollment, year-round program
  • ✓Differentiated instruction based on individual strengths
  • ✓Focus on social skills and self-image development

Not stated on their website: Hours, Tuition, Teacher ratio, Meals, Outdoor play, Ages served (specific range). 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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