Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Hayward. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
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Kidango – Hillview Crest Center in Hayward is a CCLD-licensed provider (license #013415366) serving children ages 3–5 as part of the Kidango nonprofit network, which operates 50+ centers across California with strong quality standards and 33% NAEYC accreditation. The center offers both full-day and part-day preschool programming with a research-based curriculum emphasizing language, math, and social-emotional skill development, alongside subsidized care for income-eligible families. Hours run 7:45 AM–4:30 PM for full-day programs (shorter than many competitors) with focused part-day sessions from 8:15–11:15 AM and 12:00–3:00 PM. The absence of parent reviews limits independent verification of the daily experience, and the center serves preschool-age children only, with no infant or toddler slots available.
Safety5.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care4.0
Kindergarten readiness5.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion6.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars5.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Uses a research-based curriculum focused on preparing children for kindergarten and a lifetime of learning. Emphasizes parental involvement in learning outcomes and center activities.
Programs & activities: Preschool programs offered as part-day and full-day classes.
What sets it apart: Office/full-day hours 7:45am-4:15pm; part-day classes 8:15-11:15am and 12:00-3:00pm. License #013415366. Center Director Kavitha Ramesh. Located at 31410 Wheelon Avenue, Hayward, CA 94544.
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