Safari Kid Downtown Hayward
Daycare center in Hayward, CA. 1253 a Street, Hayward, CA 94541
About the program
Safari Kid Downtown Hayward is a licensed daycare center in Hayward, California, on the state register since 2026. It is licensed for 96 children and serves infant, toddler and preschool ages.
Safari Kid in Downtown Hayward provides daycare, preschool, and after-school programs for children from infancy through elementary school.
The program follows a Montessori and Reggio Emilia approach.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Safari Kid Downtown Hayward does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,705 a month.
Licensing and safety
Open the state record →California cites a Type A violation for an immediate risk to the health or safety of children, and a Type B violation for a record-keeping or maintenance item. The state file gives counts, dates and regulation numbers, not the inspector's notes.
What parents say
It’s only been about a month, but we’ve already had such a positive experience with Safari Kid. The onboarding process was super smooth and the online portal keeps us updated on our child’s daily activities, which we love. The facility is brand new, clean, and very secure, with cameras in every room for added peace of mind. The teachers and director are incredibly caring and hands-on, and you can tell they’re truly…
Garima Goyal · 5/5 on Google · 4 months agoWe toured Safari Kid Downtown Hayward last week to enroll our 2 years old. We signed up with them for their toddler program. We were really impressed with their brand new facility and curriculum they have for early development. The owners were very nice and provided in-depth information about everything. They also provide nutritious lunch meals without charging extra. Super impressed so far!
Diane Smith · 5/5 on Google · 4 months agoAmazing preschool with caring teachers and a warm, welcoming environment. My child has learned so much and looks forward to going every day. The staff is supportive, patient, and truly focused on each child’s growth. Highly recommend this preschool to any parent looking for the best start for their little one!
Peter G · 5/5 on Google · 4 months agoMy son attended the 10-week Summer Camp program at Safari Kid Downtown Hayward, and we had a great experience! He is in 2nd grade and genuinely looked forward to going each day. The summer program had a nice variety of activities that kept him engaged, learning, and having fun throughout the summer. He made friends, enjoyed his teachers, and always had something new to tell us when he came home. One thing we…
Tashi Garg · 5/5 on Google · a month agoGetting there
1253 a Street, Hayward, CA 94541
Questions about Safari Kid Downtown Hayward
Is Safari Kid Downtown Hayward licensed?
Yes. Safari Kid Downtown Hayward holds an active Single Licensed Child Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 015700701), with a licensed capacity of 96 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Safari Kid Downtown Hayward had any inspection violations?
California's public file shows no citations for Safari Kid Downtown Hayward. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.
What ages does Safari Kid Downtown Hayward take?
Safari Kid Downtown Hayward is licensed to serve infant, toddler and preschool ages.
How much does Safari Kid Downtown Hayward cost?
Safari Kid Downtown Hayward does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
