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    • Monday
      7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Tuesday
      7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Wednesday
      7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Thursday
      7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Friday
      7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
510-851-9969
43468 Ellsworth St Fremont, CA 94539
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Toddler School in Fremont

Safari Cub Toddler Care: Play-Based Learning for Toddlers in Mission San Jose

Your toddler is an adventurer, and Safari Cub Toddler Care is designed to meet that energy with purpose. Starting at 18 months, our toddler program at Safari Kid Fremont - Mission gives children in the Mission San Jose area of Fremont a curriculum-grounded environment where play-based learning supports developmental progress across every domain of growth.

We draw from Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and other respected early childhood methodologies to build a program that does more than provide supervised care. Our overarching goal is Whole Child Development: nurturing cognitive, social, physical, emotional, and language growth together, not in isolation. The toddler years are a period of rapid change, and the environment around your child shapes how that change unfolds.

Ready to see our toddler program in person? Call us at (510) 851-9969 to schedule a tour and learn about current availability at Safari Kid Fremont - Mission.

Discover The Difference Safari Kid nurtures every aspect of your child’s development.
  • Cognitive

    We encourage curiousity and a love for learning that inspires children to explore and discover.

  • Social

    Children learn vital social skills through activities that emphasize cooperation and sharing.

  • Language & Literacy

    Communication skills are developed through interactive and engaging activities.

  • Physical

    We ensure children build strong, healthy bodies while fostering a love for movement.

  • Emotional

    Our approach to emotional learning helps children recognize, express, and manage feelings.

  • Health & Care

    Children learn to recognize and attend to their own needs, those of others, and the environment.

Empowering Bright Futures Cultivating Curiosity, Confidence, and Lifelong Learning
  • Whole Child Development
    We nurture academic, social, emotional, and physical development through play.
  • Cutting-Edge Curriculum
    Research-backed education provides
an invaluable headstart.
  • Welcoming Environment
    Thoughtfully designed facilities foster curiosity, safety, and rich learning.
Safari Kid Milestones
  • 2005
    The first Safari Kid Launches
in Newark, CA
  • 2007
    Safari Kid’s Eclectic Philosohpy is Introduced
  • 2008
    The Proprietary
Booklet System
is Released
  • 2009
    After-School
Programs & Summer Camp Launch
  • 2011
    The Safari Kid Toddler Program is Launched
  • 2014
    The Safari Kid Infant Program is Launched
  • 2015
    Environmental Guidelines Are Developed
  • 2020
    The Kindergarten Program is Launched
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Five Development Domains Inside Safari Cub Toddler Care

Every activity in our toddler program is anchored to one of five named development domains. Ongoing assessments track each child’s progress across all five, so we can tailor the experience to where your child actually is, not where a calendar says they should be.

Cognitive Development
Educators guide toddlers in recognizing shapes, colors, and numbers through activities that feel like discovery. Puzzles, games, sensory exploration, art, and imaginative play build problem-solving skills and encourage self-expression from the start.

Language & Literacy Development
Toddlers learn to follow simple instructions, express their wants and needs verbally, and begin engaging in back-and-forth conversation with peers. Books and print are woven into daily routines, laying early groundwork for reading and communication.

Physical Development
Large motor skills, coordination, and balance develop through tricycle riding, balance beam walks, and obstacle courses. Fine motor skills grow through sensory exploration, manipulation of small objects, and practice with drawing and writing tools.

Social & Emotional Development
Learning to name feelings, take turns, and engage positively with peers doesn’t happen automatically. Our educators actively teach these skills through guided cooperative play, modeling, and patient reinforcement, building the social foundation that supports later school readiness.

Health & Care Development
Toddlers are guided toward healthy choices, small goal-setting, and beginning to identify and regulate their own emotions. These habits build self-awareness, confidence, and early stress-management skills children carry beyond the toddler years.

What Parents Are Saying
    School environment is exceptional. Very colorful, bright, and playful environment, which attracts children’s attention.
    Katie LO
    The dedicated staff at Safari Kids create a nurturing and stimulating environment, making it a perfect place for early childhood development.
    Sushma Venkatayogi
    I would recommend safari kid to anyone looking for a great experience.
    Jill Turek
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What Makes Our Fremont Toddler Program Different

Many programs describe themselves as nurturing. We can tell you specifically how ours is structured and who is in the room with your child every day.

The WISDOM Learning Path

Our proprietary WISDOM Learning Path guides how toddlers learn at Safari Kid Fremont - Mission. Each letter names a condition we actively build into the program: Wonder, Imagination, Security, Discussion, Observation, and Mentorship. Security deserves particular attention at the toddler stage. Before a child can explore confidently, they need to feel safe. Our learning environment is designed to provide that foundation first, so curiosity has room to follow.

Educators Who Know Toddlers

Our director, Ms. Geetha, holds AMS Montessori Early Childhood Teacher Credentials alongside a Site Supervisor Permit, a Bachelor of Arts, and a Master of Arts and has been directing this location for more than 15 years. Our owner, Ms. Gowri, brings Early Childhood Credentials, a Site Supervisor Permit, and 15-plus years of experience as Director and President across multiple Safari Kid locations.

In the toddler classroom, Ms. Mangai brings more than 8 years of preschool and toddler teaching experience, holds ECE Credentials, and incorporates yoga and mindfulness into daily classroom life. Ms. Shawna holds Early Childhood Credentials and teaches alongside her. This is the team your child would be with.

Staying Connected as a Family

We use Procare as our parent communication platform, keeping you connected to your child’s daily experiences. Regular assessments, family events, and ongoing communication are all part of how we maintain a genuine home-school partnership. You stay informed, and your input shapes how we refine our approach for your child.

Schedule a Tour of Our Toddler Program

Choosing a toddler school in Fremont is one of the first big decisions families make for their child’s education. We want you to see our program, meet our educators, and ask every question you have before you decide. Tours are available for families considering Safari Cub Toddler Care at Safari Kid Fremont - Mission.

Call us at (510) 851-9969 to book your visit. We serve families throughout the Mission San Jose area and look forward to welcoming you.

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Connect with Safari Kid Fremont - Mission About Safari Cub Toddler Care

If you’re looking for toddler school in the Fremont area and want a program with a named curriculum, credentialed educators, and a documented approach to Whole Child Development, we’d like to hear from you. Contact Safari Kid Fremont - Mission to ask about the Safari Cub Toddler Care program and current enrollment availability.

Call (510) 851-9969 to schedule a tour. It’s a helpful first step for any family considering our program.

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