Favorite childhood memories: Going to great aunt’s house, playing school in the backyard, and making a basketball hoop out of a shopping cart with my cousins

Favorite children’s movie: Little Rascals

Favorite children’s book: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs by Judi Barrett

About This Center

We are one of the first Kidango preschool centers in East Oakland. We have the opportunity to uplift our community in a positive way by helping families and children succeed! Our preschool starts with a research-based curriculum and outstanding teachers you can trust to prepare your child for kindergarten and a lifetime of learning.

License: #013423785

How To Enroll

Meet Our Regional Director

Tamika Cooks

Email: tcooks@kidango.org

Hello! I’m proud to serve as a Regional Director for Kidango.

I began my journey in early education as a teacher’s aide with Kidango in 2012, and quickly discovered a true passion for leadership and supporting staff growth. Since becoming a Regional Director in September 2023, I’ve been dedicated to creating nurturing environments where children, families, and educators can thrive together.

I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Development with an emphasis in Early Childhood Development from California State University, East Bay, and a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Mills College.