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October 2023 by Jersey C.
My grand daughter has been going here. So far, so good, no complaints. I was hesitant at first from reading some of the other reviews, but I had to experience it for myself. My granddaughter seems to like it, and the kids love her!!
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September 2023 by Iris Block
I want to start by saying, Thank You! My husband and I are two full time working parents with very limited outside help, The director and her teachers has treated my child as their own! It is a great feeling knowing your child is being properly cared for while you’re at work. My daughter (2 1/2yrs) old is very clingy to me, very spoiled as she is the youngest, so I thought it would take her awhile to adjust, but, to my surprise she absolutely LOVES going to school!!! She say’s “bye mommy” anytime I am dropping her off with a huge smile on her face! This review is long overdue as my child has already been attending for a few months now and she has already advanced to the next level! Thank you for the continue love and care that you all have giving to my child, words cannot express my gratitude!
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September 2023 by Twinkle Patel
I have a 3 year old and he is in Pre-K Safari Kids Hayward. It is a diversified school with great teachers who not only looks after toddlers but also works on them individually per the child’s need. Seema who is the owner/director is continuously working on improving the overall environment for kids.
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September 2023 by ashley gonzalez
I want to start off by saying I am a very understanding person but somethings are just not acceptable. I enrolled my 2nd grader in Safari Kid afterschool program because I needed help with afterschool care. The place was nice and lots of happy kids I saw, however I’m not sure what happened yesterday that caused such negligence. I spoke with the director last week we outlined details for pickup and I felt comfortable. My sons first day, I prepped him to look out for the director (she told me she would be getting him on the first day so she would be able to give instructions to the following teachers that would do it thereafter) and he was excited. I didn’t hear anything from her that first day and I called to see if she needed anything and basically just to confirm. But no answer, I did leave a message though. At 2:51 - 6 minutes after school let out I got a call from them saying they went to school and school had let out hours ago. Confused -I said excuse me ? She proceeded to confirm the school and said the wrong school ! I work in SF it’s up to an hour drive that’s why I needed their help. So now I’m upset because I’m in traffic and who knows when she will be there to get my son, I had to call the office to inform them of the mess up. And after all this I finally get back to Hayward and go pick up my baby, the director didn’t mention anything, not an apology or anything. Just pulled out papers prepared for me to pay tuition and I had to stop her there. NO APOLOGY NO EXPLANATION NO NOTHING? won’t be back don’t take your kids here I know they child care subsidy helps a lot of parent pay for this child care but keep looking. They don’t REALLY have a heart or I feel like I would have at least gotten a heartfelt apology. Seemed more upset she was losing $650 a month for my kid. Distasteful! Negligent! UNACCEPTABLE!
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August 2023 by Twinkle P.
I have a 3 year old and he is in Pre-K Safari Kids Hayward. It is a diversified school with great teachers who not only looks after toddlers but also works on them individually per the child's need. Seema who is the owner/director is continuously working on improving the overall environment for kids. The Teachers also don't let the kids leave unless they recognize the pick up person. Safe for my kid.
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August 2023 by Iris B.
I want to start by saying, Thank You! My husband and I are two full time working parents with very limited outside help, The director and her teachers has treated my child as their own! It is a great feeling knowing your child is being properly cared for while you're at work. My daughter (2 1/2yrs) old is very clingy to me, very spoiled as she is the youngest, so I thought it would take her awhile to adjust, but, to my surprise she absolutely LOVES going to school!!! She say's "bye mommy" anytime I am dropping her off with a huge smile on her face! This review is long overdue as my child has already been attending for a few months now and she has already advanced to the next level! Thank you for the continue love and care that you all have giving to my child, words cannot express my gratitude!
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August 2023 by Ashley G.
I want to start off by saying I am a very understanding person but somethings are just not acceptable. I enrolled my 2nd grader in Safari Kid afterschool program because I needed help with afterschool care. The place was nice and lots of happy kids I saw, however I'm not sure what happened yesterday that caused such negligence. I spoke with the director last week we outlined details for pickup and I felt comfortable. My sons first day, I prepped him to look out for the director (she told me she would be getting him on the first day so she would be able to give instructions to the following teachers that would do it thereafter) and he was excited. I didn't hear anything from her that first day and I called to see if she needed anything and basically just to confirm. But no answer, I did leave a message though. At 2:51 - 6 minutes after school let out I got a call from them saying they went to school and school had let out hours ago. Confused -I said excuse me ? She proceeded to confirm the school and said the wrong school ! I work in SF it's up to an hour drive that's why I needed their help. So now I'm upset because I'm in traffic and who knows when she will be there to get my son, I had to call the office to inform them of the mess up. And after all this I finally get back to Hayward and go pick up my baby, the director didn't mention anything, not an apology or anything. Just pulled out papers prepared for me to pay tuition and I had to stop her there. NO APOLOGY NO EXPLANATION NO NOTHING? won't be back don't take your kids here I know they child care subsidy helps a lot of parent pay for this child care but keep looking. They don't REALLY have a heart or I feel like I would have at least gotten a heartfelt apology. Seemed more upset she was losing $650 a month for my kid. Distasteful! Negligent! UNACCEPTABLE!
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July 2023 by Geetha S.
We sent our daughter here to preschool, TK and summer camp over a period of slightly more than 2 yrs. Really nice campus with lots of play area and greenery right next to a church and Montessori. It is secluded and safe. Always felt safe sending our child here. When they resumed activities after being shutdown during the height of Covid, they maintained strict mask mandates, sanitization habits and social distancing. This was actually quite effective and is evidenced by the fact that their first Covid outbreak happened within a month of getting rid of the mask mandate, which was few months after kids vaccines were available. All staff are kind, nurturing and respectful. There was a change of ownership in mid 2022 and the new owner Seema is very enthusiastic and is determined to ensure the school performs at its best in all aspects. They are open to feedback and constant improvement. We also like the mix of kids from a variety of ethnicities giving our daughter a chance to develop friendships beyond racial and cultural differences. We have seen a lot of teacher churn over the 2 yrs but luckily all replacements have been able to maintain the quality. We wish the allergy standards are more strictly enforced in potlucks or parent sponsored birthday foods.All major holidays are celebrated well, so there is good community building and the weekly newsletter and updates on ProCare app are great. We will miss sending our daughter here. A great place for anyone looking to kickstart their kids education.
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July 2023 by Penney L.
Absolutely the best! Great great place. We've been sending our son here for only a relatively short time but are already seeing such positive growth...he loves going to school and is really blossoming! The teachers and the Director Ms. Seema are all so very kind and caring and provide a safe and nurturing environment. They have a great curriculum as well and a clean, bright facility with lots of age appropriate toys and materials. Highly recommend. They really go above and beyond to make sure kids are cared for and comfortable at school.
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July 2023 by Rosy 007
I love the staff at this school! They are attentive and caring. My children have had a positive experiences here. For me, safety is number 1. I appreciate the attention to details, the diversity, and positive staff communication. I notice that the games and activities allow for children to quickly build friendships. I like that Safari Kid knows the importance of hands on learning and movement in education!
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June 2023 by Rosalinda Z.
Love, love, love Safari Kid! The staff is professional, nurturing and prepared. The new owner is warm, welcoming, and always on site. She is involved in all activities. 1. Prioritizes safety? YES2. Kind to all? YES 3. Helps children build friendships? YES4. Communication is easy? YES 5. Learning a diverse curriculum? YES 6. Experienced Teachers? YES7. Clean classrooms and well furnished? YES 8. Develops fine motor skills? YES
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May 2023 by Evan Earnest
My child had a wonderful time at Safari kids. Seama and the staff are incredibly caring, attentive, and accommodating. I love the pictures they share of the kids celebrating holidays and participating in various activities. I’m grateful to have found such a fantastic place for my little one to learn and grow, and would highly recommend this daycare.
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April 2023 by Hong L.
I had a wonderful experience with Safari kids daycare for my toddler. The staff is incredibly caring and attentive, and they go above and beyond to make sure my child feels comfortable and safe. The facility is clean, bright, and filled with age-appropriate toys and activities. The daily updates and pictures they send are a nice touch and help me feel connected to my child throughout the day. I highly recommend Safari Kids- Hayward to any parent looking for a nurturing and stimulating environment for their little one.
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November 2022 by Yogesh R.
My 4 years old son has been going to Safari kid for almost a year and he has been enjoying a lot. Teachers are very friendly, Attentive, caring and hard working. Thank you for everything that you guys do.
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October 2022 by Sharon C.
My daughter started the toddler program at Safari kids in August. While my husband and I do work from home, i felt that my child needed time to bond with other children and activities instead of screen time. I was very worried about my child adapting to a new place, people, and other kids. The first week I would call/email Ms Henna throughout the day. She was crying the first week, but always assured me she is doing well and will send me photos of her day. Now, my daughter is talking so much and saying a lot of big words. She knows her shapes, colors, and numbers all before turning 2. I am happy I chose Safari Kids. I would highly recommended this school for your kids.
