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Safari Kid Sunnyvale
  • Today's Hours: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Safari Kid Sunnyvale
    • Monday
      8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Tuesday
      8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Wednesday
      8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Thursday
      8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Friday
      8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
1271 W El Camino Real Sunnyvale, CA 94087
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A Trusted Preschool That Keeps Pace With Life in Sunnyvale and the Surrounding Areas

Between navigating El Camino Real or the Lawrence and Central Expressways, keeping up with Sunnyvale's fast-growing tech corridor, and still trying to get home for dinner, South Bay parents have a lot to balance. A preschool in Sunnyvale that simplifies the day rather than adding to it can make a real difference.

Safari Kid Sunnyvale gives Sunnyvale families a preschool program that pairs hands-on exploration with age-appropriate academics, helping kids build the social and thinking skills they'll carry with them into elementary school.

Ready to see our preschool program in Sunnyvale in action? Book a campus tour and meet our teaching team.

South Bay Neighborhoods Our Preschool Program Supports

Located on West El Camino Real, our Sunnyvale campus is easy to reach for families throughout the South Bay, keeping drop-off and pick-up simple even on a tight schedule.

Many of the children in our classrooms come from just outside Sunnyvale, drawn by our age-based classroom groupings, adaptable scheduling, and a teaching team that stays with their students year over year.

Families regularly travel to us from these nearby communities:

Covering this part of the South Bay lets parents commute with less worry, knowing their child has a steady, familiar place to land each day.

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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Our Transitional Approach to Early Childhood Education in Sunnyvale

Supporting local families means staying connected to what comes next. Safari Kid Sunnyvale partners with Sunnyvale School District schools such as Vargas Elementary and Ellis Elementary, coordinating around readiness milestones so that the transition from preschool to kindergarten feels manageable for both kids and parents.

Every child grows at a different pace, and work schedules rarely stay the same for long, so our early childhood education in Sunnyvale leans on honest updates, flexible enrollment options, and a mix of outdoor play, art, and foundational academics.

Connect with our Sunnyvale team to learn how our preschool and early learning options could fit your family's routine.

2025 Weekly Themes

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!

Ellie the Elephant