Starlite Child Development Center is a bilingual school offering educational experiences along with creative and recreational activities for children.
Our program is designed to promote a positive self-image, to build a sense of confidence, and to allow children to reach their maximum potential, intellectually, socially, and emotionally.
Children will learn to socialize with others while maintaining their individualism.
Starlite Child Development Center strive to provide children with the best quality education available to develop self-esteem and learn to express feelings in words and to interact positively with others, to develop language and communication skills.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Starlite Child Development Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
34 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student : Teacher Ratio
34:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Starlite Child Development Center?
The application deadline for Starlite Child Development Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Starlite Child Development Center located?
Starlite Child Development Center is located in the Downtown Oakland neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Downtown Oakland.
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