Challenger School - Ardenwood (35487 Dumbarton Court)
Daycare center in Newark, CA. 35487 Dumbarton Court, Newark, CA 94560
About the program
Challenger School - Ardenwood (35487 Dumbarton Court) is a licensed daycare center in Newark, California, on the state register since 1997. It is licensed for 168 children and serves preschool ages.
Challenger School in Newark provides academic preschool through eighth-grade programs with extended hours available.
The program follows a academic approach.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Challenger School - Ardenwood (35487 Dumbarton Court) 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
My kids have been at Challenger School Ardenwood campus since Pre-K and Kindergarten, and we have had such a wonderful experience. The teachers are kind, patient, and really care about the kids. The office staff is always friendly and helpful. The curriculum is strong, giving my kids a solid foundation and helping them grow both academically and socially. I love that the school really cares about the kids’ well…
Vicki Liu · 5/5 on Google · 7 months agoChallenger Ardenwood has provided an incredible academic foundation for my daughter, putting her well ahead of grade level in both reading and math. The structured curriculum and dedicated teachers have helped her develop strong study habits and discipline from an early age. I have noticed significant improvements in my daughter's confidence through the school's emphasis on public speaking skills. Overall, it is a…
Suresh Krishnan · 5/5 on Google · 7 months agoChallenger Ardenwood has been an exceptional school for our family. From day one, the environment has been warm, structured, and welcoming. The front desk staff are always inviting and helpful, and the security guard greeting our kids with a high five every morning sets a positive tone. Every staff member we’ve interacted with is friendly, professional, and genuinely invested in the students. Our children have been…
mehari gebrekidan · 5/5 on Google · 8 months agoOur son has completed his first year in the preschool 3 and preschool 4 program at Challenger Ardenwood, and the academic results are truly impressive. Challenger’s phonics-based approach is incredibly effective; in just one year, we’ve seen him progress from recognizing letters to building a genuine foundation for reading and writing. The curriculum goes far beyond standard childcare - it introduces logic, math,…
Harshal Veera · 5/5 on Google · 7 months agoGetting there
35487 Dumbarton Court, Newark, CA 94560
Questions about Challenger School - Ardenwood (35487 Dumbarton Court)
Is Challenger School - Ardenwood (35487 Dumbarton Court) licensed?
Yes. Challenger School - Ardenwood (35487 Dumbarton Court) holds an active Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 013412399), with a licensed capacity of 168 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Challenger School - Ardenwood (35487 Dumbarton Court) had any inspection violations?
California's public file shows no citations for Challenger School - Ardenwood (35487 Dumbarton Court), across 3 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.
What ages does Challenger School - Ardenwood (35487 Dumbarton Court) take?
Challenger School - Ardenwood (35487 Dumbarton Court) is licensed to serve preschool ages.
How much does Challenger School - Ardenwood (35487 Dumbarton Court) cost?
Challenger School - Ardenwood (35487 Dumbarton Court) does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
