Neighborhood Kids' Corner
More than 40 years of quality childcare in Redwood City
Neighborhood Kids' Corner is a licensed community care organization in California.
Hours of Operation
Our hours vary depending on the site location and time of year.
Clifford School
Transitional Kindergarten Hours
7:15-8:20 & 1:20-6:15
*except Thursday 7:15-8:20am & 12:35-6:15pm
Kindergarten
7:15-8:15 & 2:10-6:15
*except Thursday 7:15-8:15 & 1:15-6:15
1st-8th Grade
7:15-8:15am & 2:35-6:15pm
*except Thursday 7:15-8:15am & 1:30-6:15pm
Roy Cloud School
Transitional Kindergarten Hours
7:15-8:15 & 1:30-6:15
*except Thursday 7:15-8:20am & 12:50-6:15pm
Kindergarten
7:15-8:15 & 1:45-6:15
*except Thursday 7:15-8:15 & 12:50-6:15
1st-8th Grade
7:15-8:15am & 2:25-6:15pm
*except Thursday 7:15-8:15am & 12:50-6:15pm
School Holidays
Meet the Team
Owner-Founder
Susan McAfee
Sue founded NKC in 1981, motivated by her passion for safe and affordable after-school care. Growing up in Redwood City and San Carlos, she graduated from San Carlos High School, and later, her children attended Roy Cloud (class of ’86 & ’88).
After graduating from Chico State in 1968, she earned a graduate degree in 1969, obtaining both a librarian credential and a lifetime teaching credential. In 1973, she received a lifetime credential to teach at the community college level.
Sue is a certified ECE Director, holds multiple ECE certificates, and is certified in adult and child CPR and First Aid, ensuring the safety of the families she serves.
Director- Roy Cloud School
Debbie Giannattasio
Debbie has been a cherished member of the NKC family for an amazing 27 years! As a proud alum of Roy Cloud School (class of ’83) and a parent to two wonderful Roy Cloud graduates, she truly understands the importance of our community. Debbie puts her heart and soul into making sure the children in her care are safe and having a fantastic time with us!
Not only is she a certified ECE Director with several ECE certificates, but she’s also certified in CPR and First Aid for both children and adults, ensuring everyone is well cared for!
Director- Clifford School
Dan Risk
With an incredible 28 years in childcare, including 22 wonderful years at Kids Corner, Dan has truly mastered the art of building strong relationships with parents and children alike. He is wholeheartedly dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming environment here at Clifford, where everyone feels right at home.
Dan is a certified ECE Director, proudly holding multiple ECE certificates, and he brings a wealth of experience from his beloved hometown of Chicago. Additionally, to ensure the highest level of safety, Dan is certified in CPR and First Aid for both children and adults all.
Our History
Susan McAfee and Mary Jo Norling established Neighborhood Kids' Corner as a natural expansion of their original child care center, Cinderella Preschool. Back in the mid-70s, Mary Jo brought Cinderella to life in San Carlos, and by 1980, Sue joined her on this journey. Cinderella was more than just a business- it was a heartfelt passion project that allowed Mary Jo and Sue to meet the growing needs of their local communities while keeping their own little ones close by throughout the day.
In 1981, Kids Corner School-Aged Childcare opened its doors and later made its new home at Roy Cloud School in 1983. They further expanded with a second location at Clifford School. When Mary Jo decided to retire in 2019, Sue took the lead at Clifford while continuing at Roy Cloud, nurturing and supporting generations of children from Redwood City. NKC proudly stands as one of California’s longest-running school-aged childcare centers, with Sue being a constant presence in Redwood City’s educational community. Today, she remains an active and dedicated businesswoman and a passionate advocate for families in Redwood City.