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Find Trusted Child Care Centers Near Me in Albany, CA

We have 60 child care centers in Albany, CA! Compare and find the best child care center to fit your needs.

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Rising Sun Montessori School

1089 San Pablo Ave Albany, CA

5.0(1)

< 1 mi

Montessori
Preschool
Child care
We are a Montessori Preschool with a capacity of 35 children. We have two classrooms available for 2 to 3 and 3 to 5 yr olds. We are a bilingual preschool sharing the Spanish language with all our children. Our staff of 5 Teachers all are all completely devoted to sharing love and knowledge to all our Rising Sun kids. Come and visit and feel the love we share daily!

Gloria P. says "Truly is a special place, the Teachers are top notch, vary caring, fully accredited and love their profession. You really have to visit this wonderful...

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KiTa on Kains

1116 Kains Ave Albany, CA

< 1 mi

In-Home daycare
Child care
Kita on Kains is a German bilingual daycare located in an intimate home setting. We immerse your child playfully in a German/English environment from an early age. We are a licensed daycare located in a small intimate home setting with a spacious backyard play area. We offer a warm and nurturing environment for toddlers and preschoolers in our sunny, safe home located on the Berkeley/Albany border (near Marin Ave) with a low teacher-child ratio. We provide an age appropriate, fun-filled, play-based program with a curriculum that is tailored to meet each child's individual needs. Our small group setting will allow for special attention and care to the needs of each child. Our daily schedule includes indoor and outdoor free play activities and guided activities, like dance, music, story time, art and dramatic play with an emphasis on German language. Healthy organic snacks are provided. Catrina Sheen, the daycare provider, was raised bilingually by her Scottish mother and her German father. She studied Special Education at the University of Hamburg and Dance Education at the Lola-Rogge-School in Hamburg. In 2002 she immigrated to the U.S. and studied Early Childhood Education in Oakland and Somatic Movement Therapy at the Moving On Centre in Oakland. She has worked in several preschools , dance and German language schools in the Bay Area, including the ShanYee Poon Ballet School, the Bay Area Kinderstube and German School of San Francisco. Please contact us to a visit to see if my home daycare is a good fit for your needs! References available!
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Orkidz Preschool

1370 Marin Ave Albany, CA

< 1 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Orckids Preschool believes that children need stability, continuity, and predictability in their lives. We found the primary goal of our program in the belief that young children are active participants in their learning process, they learn through their own experiences with trials and errors, repetition, imitation, and play. We will provide an opportunity for each child to see, touch, sense and to explore their world. The children will have a warm, loving environment to grow and develop into emotionally and physically healthy individuals.
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Creative Play Center

1151 Portland Ave Albany, CA

< 1 mi

Preschool
Child care
The Creative Play Center provides childcare for two to pre-kindergarten age children in Albany, California. Their facilities and curriculum provide an age and developmentally appropriate environment for social, physical, and cognitive growth in which each child has opportunities to learn, grow and succeed. The Creative Play Center is open from nine in the morning until five in the afternoon.
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Hummingbird Montessori Preschool

942 Cornell Ave Albany, CA

< 1 mi

Preschool
Hummingbird Montessori Preschool is a state-licensed child care center that offers Montessori-based educational day care programs for preschoolers. Located in Albany, California, the company admits kids between the ages of two and half to five years old. The company follows a structured curriculum filled with engaging activities that support the development of fundamental skills and competencies.
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Bay Area Kinder Stube

842 Key Route Blvd Albany, CA

< 1 mi

Preschool
Child care
Bay Area Kinderstube is located in Albany, NY. It is a full-immersion German-language preschool open to children between 2.5 years old to 5 years old. They are licensed and has a maximum care capacity of 30. They offer both full time and part time care.
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Albany Preschool

850 Masonic Ave Albany, CA

< 1 mi

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Albany Preschool located in Albany, CA is a play-based parent cooperative where kids play, learn, and love school. The school provides a fun place where children can develop and learn at their own pace and offers Morning, Afternoon Parent Participation, and Summer programs.
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HAPPY LION DAY CARE CENTER, INC.

2929 CASTRO RD SAN PABLO, CA

5.0(4)

6 mi

Special needs
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
International
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Preschool 2.5 to 5 years old & School Age to 18 years old Happy Lion Day Care Center, Inc. takes pride and honor in providing early intervention programs for preschool and school age children who demonstrate unique learning styles. Our rich classroom environment is tailored-made to facilitate students independence in learning new skills, techniques and methodologies specifically designed for each individual child. Happy Lion Day Care Center, Inc. serves all children (regular education and special needs children). The special needs children served consist of: communication delays, academic delays, emotional and behavioral disabilities, and autistic spectrum disorder and related disorders. Happy Lion does accept all subsidized programs and regional center of the East Bay.

Rolanda A. says "They are very compassionate and they love kids. They are really looking out for the best interest of the children."

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TULIP CHILD CARE LLC/PINOLE MONTESSORI

2612 APPIAN WAY PINOLE, CA

5.0(3)

7 mi

Academic
Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Day Care
Child care
We're a great a preschool based out of Pinole, CA. We are serving children of age group of 18 months to six years. You and your little one will be making a grand transition from home or a child care to preschool life, an outer world and we would love you to part of it. I would recommend you come and visit our preschool, I am sure you and your child will love it. We have a lot size of more than an acre with good parking spaces for parents and enough play area for children to unleash their bubbling energies. We have a large playground with great play area. We are located quite close to the freeway near Appian Way, which parents find it easier for commute. At the same time our school is quite secured with ample of space in backyard. We have a good mix of students from all different backgrounds and our teachers are well trained. We encourage diversity and cross cultural learnings. We celebrate all major festivals of various cultures such as Cinco de mayo , Diwali apart from Christmas. Our teachers take very good care of kids and they are also from diverse backgrounds and it helps to understand parents and children from various backgrounds. One more thing, we had started Music and Karate classes before the pandemic and we plan to start them as soon as we can. This keeps children engaged and entertained.

Sachana X. says "My son was there from 9 months to 5years. They are awesome. She is like a second mother to my child. Teaching what to eat, education and manners. Just...

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STEP ONE SCHOOL

499 SPRUCE ST BERKELEY, CA

5.0(1)

2 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Established in 1981, we've spent the last 40 years creating a truly diverse environment where all children feel safe and are loved. We hire and retain amazingly talented, educated and inspired teaching staff and have over a 1/3 of an acre of outdoor space (including organic gardens and water features)

Anne P. says "The teachers and staff are amazing. They care very much about the children. It's a special place and special environment! "

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Square.Care Oakland

2129 8TH AVE OAKLAND, CA

5.0(2)

7 mi

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
International
Preschool
In-Home daycare
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Square.Care Oakland is a Bilingual (English Spanish) play-based child care that focuses on educating children through exploration of the environment using natural developmentally appropriate materials. All materials are disinfected, clean, and safe. Our curriculum focuses on language development, motor skills, and social-emotional development. Students learn English and Spanish languages through songs and games, and they enjoy many other developmental activities, such as reading, cooking, music, gardening, art, farming and dancing! Program: Bilingual (English Spanish) play-based Ages: 18 months - 4.5 y.o. Business hours: 8:30 am - 5.30 pm Year-round program Full-time 5 days/week Part-time: 3,2 days/week, Half-day Live stream camera with access for parents Trial period 2 weeks Meals provided: only snacks Half-day available Lower and upper level fenced backyard Head Teacher: Mitzy Bilingual preschool teacher/early interventionist with experience in different early childhood settings. Early childhood advocate with B.S. in Psychology and M.S in Early Childhood Studies. Passionate about increasing the quality of care/education. Daily Rhythm: 8:30-9:00am Parent Drop Off/Free Play 9:00-9:45am. Circle Time/Music Time/instruments/movement: 9:45-10:15am Snack time 10:15-10:30am Story time 10:30-11:30am. Outdoor Time/Painting/Sensory Activities/Infant 1st Nap time 11:30am-12:15pm. Lunch Time 12:15-12:30pm. Story time 12:30-2:30pm Nap Time/Parent Communication/teacher' break time 12:30-2:30pm Outdoor/coloring/Sensory Activities 2:30-3:15pm. Story Time 3:15-3:30pm Infant 2nd Nap time 3:30-4:30pm Stretching/Gross Motor Activities 4:30-5:30pm Free Play Indoors/ Parent Pick Up

Andreea A. says "SquareCare is a phenomenal daycare program. As a mom of two, I've done a lot of research across different programs and childcare providers, and can...

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COLIBRI PRESCHOOL

4420 PIEDMONT AVE OAKLAND, CA

5.0(4)

5 mi

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Colibrí is a Spanish Immersion Preschool in Oakland, CA founded by two teachers who wanted to share the love for their Latin American language and culture with the children and families of our community. We are a warm and loving community that promotes an environment where children become independent, confident, lifelong learners with a strong sense of self. We care for every child as our own and want them to feel joy and love as part of our Colibri Family.

Julia B. says "I have two children that have attended for three years each. When I drop them off I know they are safe, loved, learning and having fun!"

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Holistic Seedlings

255 FREMONT ST, 108A SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(4)

9 mi

Waldorf
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
International
Reggio emilia
+5 more
Hello! My name is Massiva, and I am the founder of Holistic Seedlings Daycare. I have been working with children for over 17 years, both as a mother and as a professional childcare provider in the U.S. and in Southern France. I run the program alongside my mom and my husband, Younes, who was an early elementary teacher for ten years in our home country. We feel incredibly blessed to care for your little ones while raising our own children as a family. My inspiration to create this program came after the birth of my youngest child. I know first-hand how important it is to have a safe, loving environment where children can grow—and I wanted to provide that same space for other families. My older children attend Montessori and project-based schools, and I draw inspiration from both philosophies to shape Holistic Seedlings. I love how intentional the learning environments are—inviting curiosity, creativity, and imagination in every child. I am deeply passionate about hands-on, nature-inspired activities and cooking with children. Anything we can smash, splash, squeeze, shape, taste, or explore—while learning something new each day—fills us with joy. The children are always delighted when I introduce a new activity, and I find myself happily rediscovering the simple pleasures of childhood alongside them. You can get a glimpse of our daily rhythm by visiting our Instagram page: @holisticseedlings. Additionally, please click here to read what families have to say about us. https://www.wonderschool.com/ca/san-francisco/holistic-seedlings-wonderschool-1007 I hold a B.A. in Human Services and a B.A. in Theatre from Université Le Mirail in Toulouse, France, as well as a B.A. in Archaeology and Art from Bonn University in Germany. I also earned a Certificate in Early Childhood Education and most recently completed a Holistic Nutrition program, where I focused on healthy living and raising happy, thriving children. I’m excited to bring these teachings into our daily practice at Holistic Seedlings. Outside of the classroom, some of my favorite hobbies include hiking and exploring Bay Area trails, swimming, traveling, reading about alternative medicine and nutrition, and cooking. I love weaving my passion for holistic wellness into both my family life and our program, giving children the healthiest start possible. At Holistic Seedlings, we believe that children grow, learn, and thrive when they feel safe, loved, and nurtured. Our goal is to provide an environment where children feel welcomed and at home. In our program, every child is supported as they explore new ideas and experiences. Our approach blends Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and play-based philosophies, enriched with plenty of arts, crafts, and hands-on activities. We believe children develop social, cognitive, and emotional skills best through meaningful experiences. Our environment is responsive to the children in our care, allowing their interests to guide their learning and engagement. Our Lead Teacher, Massiva, is a certified Holistic Nutritionist, so nutrition and physical wellness are central to our daily curriculum. We prepare everything from scratch, and children are encouraged to help make their own snacks—and sometimes even breakfast and lunch. Our goal is to support children’s development in all aspects of life while giving them a healthy foundation. A core value of our holistic approach is flexibility—adapting the environment to meet the unique needs of each child. Children are not placed into a rigid setting; instead, they enter a space that evolves with their interests and needs. Our holistic childcare approach nurtures all areas of development: • Emotional needs are supported through effective caregiving techniques and play-based learning. • Social needs are encouraged by providing opportunities to explore, collaborate, and build relationships in a safe environment. • Physical needs are met with a dynamic schedule that incorporates movement, outdoor play, and a connection to nature whenever possible. We also provide natural, wooden, non-toxic toys that inspire open-ended, creative play. As a mixed-age program, we tailor our teaching and care to the different stages and needs of every child. Finally, please dress your little ones ready to get “messy”! We’re here to create joyful memories and meaningful experiences together. If our program speaks to you, we warmly invite you to reach out with any questions—we’d love to hear from you.

Care Member says "We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Holistic seedlings From the very first day, Massiva has been warm, attentive, and incredibly caring. They...

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Childtime of Martinez, CA

6635 Alhambra Ave Martinez, CA

5.0(1)

9 mi

Child care
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all learning. Staff and teachers, and the relationships children develop with them, are vital for learning, for trust, and for independence. Our approach is designed to help them grow as students and people, in school, and in life beyond.

Summer E. says "We started my son at Childtime in preschool and now he is in T-K. We have loved their program. The teachers are amazing."

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PETER PAN PRESCHOOL

2100 MARINER SQUARE DR ALAMEDA, CA

5.0(2)

7 mi

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Waldorf
Preschool
+2 more
To provide a nurturing environment where self-concepts are enhanced, independence encouraged, social skills acquired and individuality respected. To provide children with opportunities to gain competence in a variety of skills such as; art, science, music, movement, and language arts, through hands – on experiences. To provide an atmosphere that promotes safe, kind and clean environment for each other. To develop in the child, an active curiosity about the world in which they live and an enthusiasm for learning.

Angie D. says "She is absolutely amazing! She cared for my son from the time he was 2 months old all the way up to Kindergarten. She is extremely proficient, professional...

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PILLAR KIDS CHILDCARE

3538 GOLDEN GATE WAY LAFAYETTE, CA

5.0(2)

10 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
Child care
Pillar Kids is a safe, clean, fun environment for children to create, investigate, and build relationships. Pillar Kids caters to the unique needs of your child, with low educator-to-child ratios that allow for intentional, individualized learning. We support children’s learning through our environment and experiences that are: -Developmentally appropriate -Reflective of thoughtful observation and intentional planning -Individually and culturally meaningful -Inclusive of children with disabilities or other special needs

Care Member says "Our family is so happy we found Pillar kids! The staff are warm and approachable and have made a beautiful environment to play and grow. Our child...

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GAN ILAN PRESCHOOL - TEMPLE ISAIAH

945 RISA RD LAFAYETTE, CA

5.0(3)

9 mi

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Special needs
Reggio emilia
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Established in 1999, Gan Ilan, or “Garden of the Trees,” is Temple Isaiah’s cherished preschool, known by many as the number one Jewish day school in California. We cater to children ages 18 months to entering Kindergarten, prioritizing members of Temple Isaiah. At Gan Ilan, children engage in active learning through exploration and interaction with adults, peers, and their environment. We foster an environment where children can question, practice, and imagine, nurturing their curiosity and understanding of the world. Recognizing each child as a unique individual with their own developmental timeline, we celebrate and accommodate diverse learning styles in our curriculum design. Our play-based approach, led by great teachers, is dynamic, emergent, and intricately intertwined with Jewish customs and values, allowing students to excel and grow their skills and imagination.

Care Member says "Gan Ilan has truly blown us away. Our daughter absolutely loves Gan Ilan and has grown tremendously since having started this year. We are so...

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Oak Center Little People Academy

1324 ADELINE ST OAKLAND, CA

4.0(4)

6 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Welcome to Oak Center Little People Academy! 🌳 We are a 501(c)3 non-profit offering a play-based preschool program for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Our curriculum is all about sparking children's love for learning, not just teaching them. Every child, teacher, and parent is a treasured part of our unique community, growing together as one. Reach out for details on how your family can become a part of our journey! 🌟

Care Member says "100% would recommend this place! I trust this team with my whole heart and soul. Both of our children have gone here and it is one of the most...

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7227 - La Petite Academy on Lakeside Drive

3891 LAKESIDE DR RICHMOND, CA

5.0(1)

7 mi

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, toddler care, early preschool, preschool, Pre-K/Pre-Kindergarten, junior Kindergarten and private Kindergarten programs. Learn more about our educational daycare for infants and above, plus before- and after-school care, enrichment programs, summer camp, and Flex Care.

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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Uptown Little Birds Micro School & Day Care

500 William Street 123 Oakland, CA

5.0(1)

6 mi

Reggio emilia
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
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Uptown Little Birds Micro School and Day Care provides a safe learning environment in a small, safe, warm family environment that promotes creative exploration of the world, education, health, nutrition, and safety along with individualized attention from experienced professionals. We are a small one-classroom private school, serving a maximum of six multi-age children in a home setting. We provide instruction for students attending preschool through 2nd grade. We offer highly personalized education tailored to the needs of the individual child and we work closely with the family to provide support for the young child at school and at home. The Micro School is part of a small licensed family child care home. We provide education and child care services, in addition to individualized music classes and summer camps. Our Micro-School and Family Child Care exceed licensing standards and provide 2 adults for a maximum of 6 children in our care. We provide home-cooked healthy and nutritious meals and snacks, along with a culturally developmentally appropriate curriculum. Enrollment Options: Micro School and Day Care Full-Time: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Part-Time: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm 10 months - Academic Year Enrollment 12 months - Year Round Enrollment *Children must be potty trained. Before and After Hour Care (Upon availability) 5am-9am 5pm-Midnight *We accept subsidies, scholarships, and provide Financial Aid upon availability for qualifying families.

Luna says "I highly recommend this school and day care. I know when I drop my son off, that he is in great hands. He receives healthy home cooked meals, a tailored...

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Recent child care center reviews from local parents in Albany, CA

Child Care Centers in Albany, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers

Rising Sun Montessori School

Truly is a special place, the Teachers are top notch, vary caring, fully accredited and love their profession. You really have to visit this...

- Gloria P.

HAPPY LION DAY CARE CENTER, INC.

They are very compassionate and they love kids. They are really looking out for the best interest of the children.

- Rolanda A.

TULIP CHILD CARE LLC/PINOLE MONTESSORI

My son was there from 9 months to 5years. They are awesome. She is like a second mother to my child. Teaching what to eat, education and...

- Sachana X.

FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Albany, CA

Child care centers near you in Albany, CA provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.

A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Albany, CA have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.

You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Albany, CA. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.

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