Toddler School in Sunnyvale
Safari Cub Toddler Care: Whole-Child Learning Starting at 18 Months
Safari Cub Toddler Care at Safari Kid Sunnyvale is built around a simple truth: the months between 18 months and preschool are some of the richest for learning. Our program meets toddlers exactly where they are, with play-based learning, age-appropriate materials, and a warm, secure environment designed to support growth across every dimension of development.
Drawing inspiration from Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and other respected methodologies, our curriculum nurtures the whole child: cognitive, social, language and literacy, physical, emotional, and health and care. Passionate educators guide each day with intention, blending structured activities and open-ended exploration so every toddler feels seen, supported, and ready to discover.
Ready to learn more about enrolling your toddler? Call us at (650) 535-3219 or reach out through our contact form to ask about our toddler program.
Six Developmental Domains in Safari Cub Toddler Care
Our program is organized around six named developmental domains, each grounded in research on what toddlers need most at this stage. Together, they give our educators a clear, whole-child framework for every activity and interaction throughout the day.
Cognitive Development
Toddlers are natural problem-solvers, and we build on that instinct. We guide children to recognize shapes, colors, and numbers and work through puzzles and games that develop early reasoning. Sensory activities, art, and imaginative play give toddlers room to express themselves creatively and make their own discoveries.
Language & Literacy Development
Finding words is one of the great milestones of the toddler years. Our educators support Language and Literacy Development by helping children follow simple instructions, express their wants and needs verbally, and practice back-and-forth conversation with peers. Time with books, including pointing to words and exploring illustrations, builds early literacy habits that can carry forward.
Physical Development
Big movements and small ones both matter at this age. Large motor skill activities, including tricycle riding, balance beam walks, and obstacle courses, build coordination and body confidence. Fine motor skill work, from sensory exploration to practice with writing tools and the manipulation of small objects, lays the groundwork for skills toddlers can use for years to come.
Social & Emotional Development
Learning to share, wait a turn, and name a feeling is genuinely hard work for a toddler. Social and Emotional Development in our program is supported through guided turn-taking, cooperative play, and consistent modeling of positive interactions. Children begin to identify and understand their own emotions in a setting where those feelings are met with care.
Health & Care Development
We help toddlers build the earliest habits of self-awareness and resilience. Health and Care Development focuses on guiding children toward healthy choices, encouraging them to pursue small goals, and introducing simple strategies for managing the big feelings that can come with a full day of learning and growing.
Ready to give your active toddler a safe, fun place to play, learn, and make friends? Click here to request a consultation, or call our team at (650) 535-3219.
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Cognitive
We encourage curiousity and a love for learning that inspires children to explore and discover.
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Social
Children learn vital social skills through activities that emphasize cooperation and sharing.
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Language & Literacy
Communication skills are developed through interactive and engaging activities.
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Physical
We ensure children build strong, healthy bodies while fostering a love for movement.
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Emotional
Our approach to emotional learning helps children recognize, express, and manage feelings.
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Health & Care
Children learn to recognize and attend to their own needs, those of others, and the environment.
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Whole Child DevelopmentWe nurture academic, social, emotional, and physical development through play. -
Cutting-Edge CurriculumResearch-backed education provides an invaluable headstart. -
Welcoming EnvironmentThoughtfully designed facilities foster curiosity, safety, and rich learning.
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2005The first Safari Kid Launches in Newark, CA
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2007Safari Kid’s Eclectic Philosohpy is Introduced
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2008The Proprietary Booklet System is Released
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2009After-School Programs & Summer Camp Launch
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2011The Safari Kid Toddler Program is Launched
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2014The Safari Kid Infant Program is Launched
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2015Environmental Guidelines Are Developed
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2020The Kindergarten Program is Launched
What a Typical Day Looks Like in Safari Cub Toddler Care
Toddlers thrive on predictability. A consistent daily rhythm gives children the sense of security they need to take small risks, try new things, and engage fully with the people and materials around them. Our daily structure balances guided activities drawn from the six developmental domains with time for free play and rest, so children can manage the physical and emotional demands of a full day away from home.
Transitions between activities are handled with care. Moving from a sensory exploration station to storytime to outdoor play isn’t just a scheduling choice; it’s a practiced skill that can help toddlers build flexibility and self-regulation over time.
A Learning Environment Designed for Toddlers
Our nature-inspired learning centers are designed with toddlers’ developmental needs in mind. Thoughtfully arranged spaces invite exploration while providing the structure and clear boundaries that young children depend on. Passionate educators shape each environment to balance open-ended discovery with purposeful, guided learning, so the room itself becomes part of how children grow.
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School environment is exceptional. Very colorful, bright, and playful environment, which attracts children’s attention.Katie LO
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The dedicated staff at Safari Kids create a nurturing and stimulating environment, making it a perfect place for early childhood development.Sushma Venkatayogi
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I would recommend safari kid to anyone looking for a great experience.Jill Turek
Why Sunnyvale Families Choose Us for Toddler Care
Our commitment to whole-child development isn’t a tagline; it’s the organizing principle behind every classroom decision we make. Instruction is tailored to each child, and we track progress through ongoing assessments so we can refine our approach as a toddler grows and changes. No two children move through the same milestones at the same pace, and our program is designed to honor that.
Modern, well-equipped facilities and highly trained educators give families confidence that their child is in a safe, thoughtfully prepared environment. Our schedule is structured to work with real family routines, including parents managing commutes along Highway 101 and Central Expressway who need dependable, consistent care.
Enroll Your Toddler at Safari Kid
If your child is approaching 18 months and you’re looking for a toddler school in Sunnyvale that takes whole-child development seriously, we’d love to talk. Our Safari Cub Toddler Care offers your child a warm, structured start and your family a genuine partnership from day one.
Call us at (650) 535-3219 or use our contact form to ask about availability and next steps for enrolling in Safari Cub Toddler Care.
