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Safari Kid San Mateo
  • Today's Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Safari Kid San Mateo
    • Monday
      8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    • Tuesday
      8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    • Wednesday
      8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    • Thursday
      8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    • Friday
      8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
521 E 5th Ave San Mateo, CA 94402
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Tembo Tots Entry-Level Preschool in San Mateo

Early Preschool Program for Children Aged 3 and Up

Transitioning from home to school is a significant milestone for young children. At Safari Kid San Mateo, our Tembo Tots Entry-Level Preschool program provides a nurturing, supportive environment that helps children as young as 3 years old grow, learn, and thrive.

A Holistic Approach to Early Learning

Our preschool program fosters each child's development. We support growth in cognitive, social-emotional, physical, and creative domains through an engaging and dynamic curriculum.

Key developmental areas include:

  • Cognitive Growth: Hands-on activities introduce foundational concepts like numbers, patterns, and cause-effect relationships. Open-ended play and artistic projects spark creativity, curiosity, and problem-solving skills.
  • Language and Literacy Skills: Daily storytelling, phonics exercises, and language games build essential reading and writing skills. Early exposure to basic words in foreign and sign languages fosters communication and cultural awareness.
  • Physical Development: Fine motor skills are enhanced through drawing, painting, and manipulating small objects. Active play, yoga, and outdoor activities develop gross motor skills and coordination.
  • Social-Emotional Growth: Children learn cooperation, turn-taking, and sharing through group play. Emotional intelligence is nurtured by teaching children to effectively identify, understand, and manage their emotions.
  • Health and Wellbeing: Simple mindfulness and breathing techniques help children manage anxiety and develop self-regulation. Guided conflict resolution activities build problem-solving and interpersonal skills.

Our program empowers children to express themselves, explore their interests, and build a lifelong love for learning.

Ready to embark on this exciting journey with your child? 

Enroll in our Tembo Tots Entry-Level Preschool today! Contact us at (442) 259-3752 or schedule a tour and learn more.

Cultivating Curiosity and Lifelong Skills

At Safari Kid San Mateo, our curriculum incorporates enriching activities to support every aspect of early childhood development, including:

  • Global Child TEMBO Talks: Enhances social-emotional growth.
  • Tumbling Tots: Develops gross motor skills.
  • Busy Little Paws: Strengthens fine motor skills.
  • CHIRP: Builds language proficiency.
  • STREAM Activities: Introduces science, technology, reading, engineering, arts, and math in exciting, interactive ways.
  • Story Explorers: Encourages creativity and reasoning through engaging storytelling.

Additionally, pre-writing, letter recognition, and phonetic awareness are taught through fun, interactive lessons, ensuring your child develops a strong educational foundation.

Preparing Your Child for Preschool and Beyond

The Tembo Tots Entry-Level Preschool program focuses on more than just academic preparation. It fosters confidence, emotional intelligence, and creative thinking, setting children up for long-term success.

Our program:

  • Promotes exploration and self-expression, inspiring a lifelong love for learning.
  • Strengthens communication skills, fostering cultural understanding and effective interaction.
  • Builds emotional intelligence and social skills, encouraging healthy relationships and resilience.
  • Encourages critical thinking and creativity, preparing children to adapt and innovate in diverse situations.

With a research-driven curriculum led by passionate educators, Safari Kid San Mateo ensures every child is equipped to excel in preschool, kindergarten, and beyond.

Give your child the best start in their educational journey. 

Call us at (442) 259-3752 or contact us online to enroll your child in our San Mateo entry-level preschool program and watch them grow, learn, and succeed!

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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Safari Kid Builds Relationships

Relationships are important to many aspects of life, and it's no different for young children. At Safari Kid, we value building strong relationships with our parents and students, as well as helping children develop relationships with peers and teachers. We foster meaningful relationships through:

  • Encouraging parents to participate and collaborate with teachers
  • Creating a nurturing environment with highly qualified, caring staff
  • Teaching children how to interact with peers and develop positive relationships

Good friends, teachers, and schools are foundations for success in life. Early relationships can shape the way a child learns, grows, and develops into adulthood.

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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Safari Kid Offers a Safe & Welcoming Environment

At Safari Kid, the environment plays a crucial role in the learning process, influenced by the renowned Reggio Emilia philosophy, which considers the environment as the “third teacher.” They’re crafted to inspire exploration, discovery, and the joy of learning. Key elements of our environment include

  • Sparkling clean, modern facilities maintained with meticulous care
  • Thoughtfully organized and modern spaces that encourage your child’s natural curiosity
  • Engaging indoor and outdoor spaces designed for safe, active play

Where your child spends their day matters! Our facilities are designed to provide a safe, healthy, and welcoming space for children to learn and grow.

Wondering where to start? Explore our early child education programs to learn more about specific age groups and curriculum options. You can also contact us online to find out more!

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