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After School Programs in Berkeley, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed after school programs

Children's Garden Montessori School

Our son is absolutely thriving at the garden school. Alaina & all of her wonderful stuff are so attentive & loving with the children. The...

- Care member

Magnolia Little People Academy Family Daycare

My daughter loves going there! Its actually hard to get her out of there sometimes, she never wants to stop playing! It is clear that they...

- Meagan G.

OPEN MINDS PRESCHOOL AND AFTERSCHOOL

We give them a 5 for their Reggio Emilia approach to education. They are focused oh the individual child and their interests. They are...

- Nicolas P.

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Children's Garden Montessori School

2335 TULARE AVE EL CERRITO, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$705/mo
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
In-Home daycare
Preschool
+ 1 more
Children’s Garden Montessori School is a small home-based Montessori and play-based preschool in El Cerrito for children 17 months – 5 years old. We believe in following the spirit of the child and honoring each child’s independence and unique learning style. Our director, Alaina Benner, has 35 years of experience, and our team...

Care Member says "Our son is absolutely thriving at the garden school. Alaina & all of her wonderful stuff are so attentive & loving with the children. The classroom &...

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Magnolia Little People Academy Family Daycare

2915 Magnolia Street OAKLAND, CA

5.0(5)
starting at
$2200/mo
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Preschool
Magnolia Little People Academy (Family Daycare) blossomed from the esteemed legacy of the Little People brand (Lake Merritt Little People, Boulevard Little People, Adams Point Little People, Little People, and Oak Center Little People Academy), which has been a pillar of community care for over three decades, spanning four...

Meagan G. says "My daughter loves going there! Its actually hard to get her out of there sometimes, she never wants to stop playing! It is clear that they genuinely loves...

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OPEN MINDS PRESCHOOL AND AFTERSCHOOL

2162 MOUNTAIN BLVD OAKLAND, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
+ 3 more
Open Minds draws inspiration from the renowned Reggio Emilia approach, aiming to create a nurturing and stimulating environment that caters to the individual strengths and needs of each child. Our approach is deeply rooted in the belief that children are capable, resourceful, and full of potential, and we strive to provide them...

Nicolas P. says "We give them a 5 for their Reggio Emilia approach to education. They are focused oh the individual child and their interests. They are great."

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Sweet Arts LLC

1643 Pacific Ave San Francisco, CA

Developmental (play-based)
We are an art studio for kids! Stay for as little as a 30-minute session, or join us for seasonal art camp, or a Saturday Date Night. Book us for a Sunday party! Tuesday & Thursday: Story & Art Time for age 3 and under (45 minutes) - 10:30 am / 2:30 pm $30 Mon-Fri: After School Art Program (ASAP) - 3:00 pm...
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7228 - GSA Richmond

1221 NEVIN AVE RICHMOND, CA

State license verified

We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized curriculum in our infant care,...
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Duck's Nest Preschool Telegraph Campus

3717 Telegraph Ave. OAKLAND, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1289/mo
Child care
Preschool
Duck’s Nest follows a play-based philosophy that supports a child-directed Emergent Curriculum. Through observation and collaboration with children, we are able to build Our philosophy is strongly rooted in social-emotional development because relationships and bonds are critical to a child’s learning and development. Play is...
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Shining Star Bilingual Montessori

610 20th Street San Francisco, CA

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
International
Montessori
+ 2 more
Our school is located in the Dogpatch neighborhood of San Francisco. It is the only authentic Montessori preschool and one of the best bilingual Montessori preschool in the Potrero Hill area. Our unique educational program for young learners encourages exploration, both independently and in a group setting. Our modern and...
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Academic
Preschool
Lafayette Kids' Cottage is a licensed preschool, after-school care, and summer camp for children 2 1/2 through 10 years old. Hours are 8am-6pm, Monday through Friday. Program specializes in kindergarten preparation and active enrichment programs that include Music, Spanish, Dance/Theatre, Swim Lessons, and Sports. Lafayette...
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Donya Home Day Care

1656 Hillcrest Rd SAN PABLO, CA

starting at
$1600/mo
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Welcome to our cozy home based daycare. warm and caring place where children learn, play and grow together. Here every day is full of music, cooking, and creative seasonal projects that help little ones explore the world with joy. Our home is filled with laughter, love and learning- a safe and happy space where every child...
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Happy Hearts Early Learning Childcare

2574 62nd Ave Oakland, CA

Happy Hearts Early Learning Childcare is a small family daycare located in Oakland, CA. It is licensed by the state of California and was established in 2016. Happy Hearts E.L.C. is open 24/5 Standard Hours are 7:00am-6:00pm Extended Care is 6:00pm-Midnight Overnight Care is Midnight-7:00am. At my daycare, I provide...
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7227 - La Petite Academy on Lakeside Drive

3891 LAKESIDE DR RICHMOND, CA

State license verified

Child care
We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized curriculum in our infant care,...
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LePort Montessori Emeryville

1450 63rd Street Emeryville, CA

Montessori
Child care
Preschool
Discover an authentic Montessori school in the heart of Emeryville. Our preschool campus offers programs for infants (3 months) through kindergarten (6 years), where children experience an authentic Montessori environment. Our trained teachers have created beautifully prepared spaces. They, together with the assistant teachers...
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ESCUELA BILINGUE INTERNACIONAL

410 ALCATRAZ AVE OAKLAND, CA

State license verified

International
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Reggio emilia
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
Escuela Bilingüe Internacional is an independent PreK-8 school offering a multilingual, international education that inspires our students to engage with a changing global world. ​​​​​​​
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Le Petit Z Montessori Preschool

838 Santa Clara Ave Alameda, CA

Le Petit Z Creating Moments Of Wonderment Remember the last time you looked at something in wonderment? It was something so unique and interesting that it stopped you in your tracks. We aim to create those moments of wonderment each day in our daily activities and curriculum. It is wonderment that makes a child associate...
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Happy Lion Day Care Center, Inc.

2929 Castro Road San Pablo, CA

4.0(8)
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Every child is important; it's our goal to let every one of them know that there's a place for them at our center, regardless of their abilities. Happy Lion Day Care Center, Inc. provides a unique opportunity for families, an inclusive child care setting with individualized care, structured environment,...

Care Member says "I love this day care. Staff is so caring and the director is very helpful and knowledgeable. The director mentioned that the building is being...

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Bright Beginnings Family Childcare is a small family daycare licensed by the state of California. I operate a small family home childcare which is different than a Day Care Center because the number of children that are enrolled is limited. At my daycare, I provide full-time and part-time childcare for infants and children,...

Gloria F says "Love this daycare, it provides a clean and nurturing environment where my child feels safe. Thomeika is a dedicated compassionate caregiver. She has a...

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Alameda Island Kids At Edison School

2700 Buena Vista Ave Alameda, CA

Child care
Preschool
Alameda Island Kids At Edison School is an extended day child care facility that offers before and after-school programs geared towards school-age boys and girls. Located in Alameda, California, the company is open to kindergarten kids and elementary students from grades one to three. The company’s programs feature a wide range...
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Adventure Time Chabot

6686 Chabot Rd Oakland, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Adventure Time Chabot is a licensed facility located in Oakland, CA. They offer before and after school day care program for kindergarten. They provide enriching activities and extended day care in a flexible environment. Their programs are designed to promote creative and social development of your child.
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Adventure Time Montclair

1757 Mountain Blvd Oakland, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Adventure Time Montclair located in Oakland, CA is a before and after school day care program located on elementary school campuses for children in Kindergarten through 6 Grade. The center has a comprehensive program to promote the creative and social development of the children.
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Little Cherub Christian Daycare

2906 O Brien Rd Richmond, CA

Child care
Little Cherub Christian Daycare is a licensed child care and early childhood education provider located at 2906 O Brien Road, Richmond California. The center provides day and night care as well as after school extended care. Little Cherub Christian Daycare is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Berkeley, CA

After-school programs near you in Berkeley, CA vary in length depending on the program, both in how many hours your child will meet each time and how many weeks the program lasts. Some after-school programs may last for a few hours after school completes each day for the entire school year, while others might offer after-school activities for an hour onece a week. Ultimately, the duration of these after-school programs is going to depend on the activity, seasonality, and other factors.

After school programs near you in Berkeley, CA provide students with an opportunity to explore interests outside of classroom learning, build mentoring relationships, and develop a sense of community. These programs foster important social and emotional skills such as collaboration, responsibility, communication and problem-solving. They also help build self-confidence and enable informal educational experiences in a safe environment after the school day is over. After school programs are beneficial to both students’ academic and personal growth.

Depending on the program, activities in Berkeley, CA may include tutoring, computer classes, academic clubs and recreational sports teams. Some after-school programs also offer fun arts and crafts classes, music lessons and field trips. The primary purpose of after-school programs is to provide an environment where children can safely learn and grow while having a great time, and there are many avenues available to achieving this.

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