Safari Kid - Union City

Today's Hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Safari Kid - Union City

Monday

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

510-330-0782

32462 Alvarado Blvd Union City, CA 94587

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Entry Level Preschool Near Fremont

A Nurturing First Step from Home to School

Tembo Tots Entry Level Preschool welcomes children starting at 2 years into an Early Preschool Program designed around this important stage of development. For families in Fremont, California, Safari Kid - Union City provides a nurturing setting where young children can become comfortable with classroom routines while learning through play, movement, and guided activities.

The program supports a smooth home-to-school transition. Our educators guide children as they get to know new adults, interact with classmates, and participate in age-appropriate routines. Each experience gives children room to grow while gradually building confidence in the school environment.

Call (510) 330-0782 to discuss Tembo Tots Entry Level Preschool and whether it fits your child’s needs.

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 Philosophy 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 Areas of Whole-Child Development

Our curriculum supports the whole child through five connected areas of learning. Structured guidance introduces skills and routines, while exploratory experiences allow children to make choices, test ideas, and follow their curiosity.

Cognitive Development
Hands-on activities introduce children to numbers, patterns, and cause-and-effect relationships. Children can observe what happens, try a different approach, and begin forming connections through active discovery.

Language & Literacy Development
Storytelling, phonics, and language games are incorporated into daily routines. Listening to stories, joining conversations, and playing with sounds help children build foundational reading and writing skills before formal instruction begins.

Physical Development
Children practice fine-motor control through drawing, painting, and manipulating small objects. Active play, simple yoga stretches, and indoor and outdoor activities support strength, flexibility, and coordination.

Social & Emotional Development
Cooperative play gives children practice with turn-taking and sharing. Educators also help them identify emotions and work through disagreements by guiding them as they express their needs and consider appropriate next steps.

Health & Care Development
Simple mindfulness and breathing techniques introduce ways to pause and manage strong feelings. These experiences are presented in an age-appropriate format as part of the program’s broader attention to health, care, and emotional awareness.

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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Programs for Fremont Families As Children Grow

Families’ care and learning needs change as children grow. In addition to this Early Preschool Program, we offer options for several stages of childhood through Safari Kid - Union City.

Available programs include:

Toddler programs starting at 24 months
Preschool programs
PreK programs starting at 4 years
After School programs for children in TK through 6th grade
Summer Camp for children in TK through 6th grade

How We Keep Families Connected

Young children benefit when families and educators share observations about their development. We provide digital updates, weekly photos, and notes from teachers so parents can stay connected to classroom experiences.

Scheduled conferences provide dedicated time to discuss progress, while informal drop-off and pick-up conversations support regular communication. Families can also participate in family events and classroom celebrations.

Ongoing Assessments
We use regular assessments and teacher-family collaboration to track each child’s progress. This process helps our educators understand how a child engages with classroom experiences and where continued support may be appropriate.

Classroom Support
Class sizes are intentionally kept small, with staffing ratios designed to support an environment where each child can thrive. This structure helps educators remain attentive to individual development, classroom participation, and the adjustment from home to school.

Dietary Accommodations
Parents share information about allergies and dietary restrictions with our staff. We adjust meal plans and snacks accordingly, making clear family communication an important part of each child’s daily care.

Learning Through Play, Creativity & Movement

At this age, meaningful learning often begins with active participation. Our Early Preschool Program combines open-ended exploration with educator guidance, allowing children to communicate, create, move, and interact with others.

Entry-level preschool experiences may include:

Creative exploration: Open-ended play and artistic activities encourage curiosity, imagination, and creativity.
Early literacy: Storytelling, phonics, and language games introduce a foundation for reading and writing.
Expanded communication: Basic foreign-language words and sign language introduce different ways to communicate while encouraging cultural understanding.
Fine-motor practice: Drawing, painting, and handling small objects strengthen hand muscles and hand-eye coordination.
Active movement: Indoor and outdoor play supports developing strength, flexibility, and coordination.

Children often practice several skills within one experience. An art activity can combine fine-motor control with creative choices, while group play can bring together language, movement, cooperation, and emotional awareness.

Take the Next Step for Your Child

Choosing an early learning environment begins with understanding how it supports your child’s age, development, and transition into school. Fremont families can contact us with questions about Tembo Tots Entry Level Preschool and the learning experience.

Call (510) 330-0782 to speak with Safari Kid - Union City about entry-level preschool near Fremont, California.