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Bilingual by nature
English and Mandarin are woven naturally into stories, songs, play, and everyday conversation.
Family daycare · Santa Clara
Big wonder grows in small, caring moments.
A warm, bilingual home where infants, toddlers, and preschoolers feel safe to play, explore, and become confidently themselves.
- 5.0 on Google · 9 reviews
- English + Mandarin
- Organic food for babies
A home away from home
Childhood should feel joyful, unhurried, and full of discovery.
At Dodo Kids, children learn through relationships and real experiences—sharing a story, planting a seed, mixing colors, counting at snack time, and finding the words to express a big feeling.
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Whole-child care
We nurture social-emotional growth, communication, independence, movement, and early academics together.
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Play inside & out
Daily movement, fresh air, sensory play, art, music, and open-ended exploration keep curious minds active.
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Family partnership
Warm transitions and honest, consistent communication help home and daycare feel connected.
Learning at Dodo Kids
Purposeful play, with room for every child to grow.
Activities are adapted to each child’s developmental stage. Readiness-based enrichment is always balanced with play, movement, creativity, and rest.
Language & literacy
Stories, vocabulary, phonics, songs, conversation, and early writing build confident communicators.
Math & problem-solving
Counting, patterns, sorting, number sense, and hands-on puzzles turn everyday moments into discovery.
Creative expression
Art, music, movement, dramatic play, and sensory materials invite imagination and self-expression.
Individualized growth
Patient guidance and thoughtful feedback meet children where they are and celebrate each next step.
Our spaces
Thoughtfully prepared for comfort, curiosity, and joyful play.
Warm indoor learning areas and a secure outdoor playground give children room to read, create, rest, move, and explore throughout the day.
Infant & toddler daily rhythm
A gentle rhythm children can count on.
From an easy morning arrival to outdoor home time, each day balances bilingual learning, organic food for babies, movement, connection, and restorative rest.
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Welcome & morning snack
Table activities, relaxed transitions, organic snack & water
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Bilingual circle & discovery
English and Mandarin circle time, sensory play & art
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Outdoor play & lunch
Fresh air, active movement and an organic midday meal
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Nap & quiet rest
A calm, restorative pause with attentive care
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Afternoon play to home time
Circle, music, movement, organic dinner and outdoor pickup
Example only: care routines and transitions are woven throughout, and timing may flex with children’s ages, energy, and individual needs.
Helpful documents
Family resources
Choose a tab to read each resource directly on this page. Every section is searchable, mobile-friendly, and easy to share.
Arrival
Morning drop-off
Arrival and table activities
01Morning welcome
- Clean up, bathroom and diaper checks, then transition to snack
- Snack and water
- Clean up and transition to the classroom and circle time
02Bilingual learning & outdoors
- Morning circle time in Mandarin and English
- Structured sensory or art activity
- Clean up, bathroom and diaper checks, then transition to outdoor play
- Outdoor play
- Clean up, bathroom and diaper checks, water, then transition to lunch
03Lunch & rest
- Lunch
- Clean up, bathroom and diaper checks, then transition to nap
- Nap time
- Clean up, bathroom and diaper checks, water, then transition to afternoon circle time
04Afternoon & home time
- Afternoon circle time
- Free play or music and movement
- Clean up, bathroom and diaper checks, then transition to dinner
- Dinner
- Clean up, bathroom and diaper checks, then transition to the playground
- Outdoor play and home time
This is an example schedule. Times and transition windows are flexible and may overlap based on children’s ages, energy, care needs, and the natural rhythm of the day.
Family communication
Dodo Daily: your family’s connection to each day
Dodo Daily brings care updates, communication, enrollment documents, and account information together in one bilingual family app.
What happens next?
Enrolled families receive an invitation from Dodo Kids with a link to activate their Dodo Daily account.
Dodo Daily keeps the details of daycare life organized and gives families one reassuring place to stay connected throughout the day.
Enrollment information
Tuition & care prices
Full-time students are given enrollment priority. Contact us before enrolling to confirm current openings, schedule options, and rates.
| Program | Full day · 5 days 8:30 AM–6:00 PM |
Full day · 4 days 8:30 AM–6:00 PM |
Full day · 3 days 8:30 AM–6:00 PM |
Half day · 5 days 8:30 AM–12:30 PM |
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| Infant Birth–11 months |
$2,750 | $2,500 | $2,200 | $2,080 |
| Young toddler 12–23 months |
$2,450 | $2,300 | $1,890 | $1,850 |
| Early preschool 24–35 months |
$2,250 | $2,100 | $1,740 | $1,680 |
| Preschool 36–47 months |
$2,100 | $1,950 | $1,620 | $1,570 |
| Kindergarten Prep+ 48 months and up |
$1,950 | $1,800 | $1,500 | $1,460 |
Sibling discount: A younger sibling of an enrolled child receives 10% off the scheduled tuition.
Enrollment fees
A $375 non-refundable registration fee per child and a one-month deposit are due at registration. With 30 days’ written termination notice, the deposit is applied to the child’s final month.
Annual materials fee
A non-refundable $350 materials fee is collected at enrollment and at the beginning of each new school year.
Returned checks
A returned check carries a $50 fee. After more than one returned check, money order or cashier’s check is required for six months.
Drop-in care & extra days
By appointment only · Regular care hours 8:30 AM–6:00 PM
| Age | Day rate | Hourly rate |
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| Birth–23 months | $180/day | $25/hour |
| 24–47 months | $150/day | $20/hour |
| 48 months and up | $120/day | $17/hour |
Food included
Tuition includes morning fresh fruit, organic milk, and optional lunch and dinner. Families who provide their own meals receive a $180 rate reduction.
Saturday · Sunday · holidays
Holiday & weekend drop-off care
Extra care is arranged in advance and is subject to availability. The rates below apply to Saturday, Sunday, and holiday care.
Serving families in Santa Clara 95051. Call or text to check availability and arrange care.
Call (650) 468-0128For enrolled families & staff
Dodo DailyDaycare and home, connected throughout the day.
Use Dodo Daily for attendance, care updates, text and voice messages, enrollment forms, document review, and billing—all in one clear bilingual app.
- Daily care updates
- Text + audio messages
- Forms + billing
- EN / 中文
Open Dodo Daily
For enrolled families and authorized Dodo Kids staff.
两种语言 · 一个温暖的家
Two languages. One nurturing community.
Children hear English and Mandarin in meaningful, low-pressure moments throughout the day. The goal is not memorization—it is comfort, curiosity, and the confidence to connect.
Good to know
Questions families often ask.
What ages do you welcome?
Our home-based program is designed for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Please contact us to discuss your child’s age and current availability.
How does the bilingual program work?
English and Mandarin are integrated naturally through songs, stories, routines, conversation, and play. Children can join at any language level.
Are meals included, and where can I see the menu?
Every food item we provide to babies is organic. Our daily rhythm includes two meals, and we review dietary needs and allergies with each family before enrollment. View the menu on this page ↓
What are your care hours?
Our regular care hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM–6:00 PM. Holiday schedules are shared with enrolled families in advance.
How can we visit?
Tours are by appointment, with weekday evening and flexible weekend options. Use the tour calendar below or call us directly.
Where can I view the detailed daily schedule?
An example schedule is shown directly on this page, giving families a closer look at the flow of care, bilingual learning, organic meals, rest, and play. View the example daily schedule ↓
Where can I find the 2026 daycare calendar?
The complete 2026 schedule is shown directly on this page, including holidays, breaks, special events, and the early release day. View the embedded 2026 schedule ↓
How will families receive daily updates?
Enrolled families use Dodo Daily for care updates, text and voice messages, forms, documents, and billing. View the Dodo Daily guide ↓
Where can I see the current price table?
Current tuition and care options are available in our pricing section. View tuition and care prices ↓
Is holiday or weekend drop-off care available?
When additional holiday or weekend care is offered, it is arranged in advance and subject to availability. View holiday and weekend care rates ↓
Come say hello
The best way to know Dodo Kids is to experience it.
Meet our caregivers, see the space, and tell us what matters most for your child. We look forward to welcoming your family.
Our home2904 Fresno St, Santa Clara, CA 95051
Call or text(650) 468-0128
Care hoursMonday–Friday · 8:30 AM–6:00 PM
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Schedule a visit
Book directly on this page
Choose a tour time here.
Select an available appointment without leaving the Dodo Kids website. Google Calendar will guide you through the booking.
If the calendar does not appear, open the tour calendar in a new window ↗.