Menlo Oaks, California facts for kids

Menlo Oaks is a small neighborhood located in San Mateo County, California. It's an "unincorporated" area, which means it's not an official city or town. Instead, the county government helps manage services for the people living there. Menlo Oaks is found in the northeastern part of Menlo Park, California, a nearby city.

What is Menlo Oaks?

Menlo Oaks is a quiet residential area. It is bordered by several streets: Ringwood Avenue, Bay Road, Berkeley Avenue, Coleman Avenue, and Arlington Way. This neighborhood is home to about 300 houses.

The Peninsula School and Coleman Mansion

One important landmark in Menlo Oaks is the Peninsula School. This school is a private school for students from kindergarten through eighth grade. It is located inside a historic building called the Coleman Mansion. The Coleman Mansion was built a long time ago, in 1882. It's a special place that now helps educate young people in the community.