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Hungry Caterpillars
5.0
Hungry Caterpillars has been such a happy and important part of my son's childhood! His teacher Bianca works with him on all of the things a 2-year-old should be learning and I know they have a lot of fun together. He is always coming home with some kind of arts & crafts project or toddler-chatting...
- Eve R
Uptown Little Birds Micro School & Day Care
5.0
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 bilingual education, exercise and fresh. When we're home, he will often tell me that he misses/loves his teachers and school and I know the feeling...
- Luna
KidarooCare
5.0
Ms. Jay was my sons Preschool inclusion Teacher at Brookside HeadStart. She is so loving and patient! My son was having a really difficult time, continuously getting kicked out of childcare settings. I truly believe she helped my son be able to be in a setting without extreme behavior outburst, to...
- Bailey T
St. Catherine of Siena Preschool
5.0
I love the teachers the school and my daughter learned so much from Ms. Mia and Ms. Peggy Ms. Veronica and Ms. Erica. They teach manners they keep the scool clean clutter free. Thank you to this wonderful school.
- Jasvir D
Sunshine House Martinez
5.0
My family has been at Sunshine House for 2 years now and I have not had one regret leaving my child with them. They have wonderful, caring teachers. Their center is always clean. They offer fabulous activities both structured and unstructured. The kids are never bored.....there are tons of...
Located at 1910 Hopkins Street, Berkeley, California, Sprouts Preschool is a small, play-based preschool that provides a warm and safe environment. The school can accommodate 14 children with 2 teachers to attend to their individual needs. Sprouts Preschool is open from Monday through Friday, 8:30...
Kids In Motion provides a supervised environment that encourages group activities while allowing the kids to pursue their individual interests. Established in 1989, it is located at 2955 Claremont Ave. Berkeley, CA.
Sunshine Preschool located at 1035 Grayson Street, Berkeley, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It provides programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school is...
Dandelion Nursery School is a community of parents and teachers collaborating to provide the best possible care and education for children. It is a parent cooperative preschool that offers a play-based approach that provides children with plenty of fun learning activities. Dandelion Nursery School...
Golden Gate Kids Preschool based in Berkeley, CA offers educational daycare programs for toddlers and preschool children in the Berkeley and east bay areas. The school specializes in children ages eighteen months to five years old and operates on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 6 PM.
Color ME Children Preschool was established in 1993 to serve the families in Berkeley, California. It offers a nurturing and motivating educational environment that supports the children's growth and developmental needs. The school provides age-appropriate activities that stimulate the children's...
Global Montessori International School is an early childhood education facility that offers a bilingual academic program for preschool children. Located in Berkeley, California, the company admits children between the ages of two to five years old. The company implements the Montessori Curriculum...
Mustard Seed Preschool, Inc, is a non-denominational, non-profit, Christian preschool located at 1640 Hopkins Street, Berkeley, California. The school provides a play-based learning environment for children 18 months to 5 years, where experienced staff meet children’s individual needs and interests,...
French Education in the Bay Area (EFBA) is now accepting enrollment for its after-school classes for the 2017-2018 year!
EFBA is a WASC accredited part time school that o ers French classes to French-native (francophone) and non-native (Anglophone) speakers. The classes are geared towards children...
Preparing for the brightest future, Hungry Caterpillars is pioneering the field of childcare through our dedication and commitment to the specific needs of every child we are entrusted to provide care for. Our facilities are licensed by the state of California, and allowed to care for a maximum...
5.0
"Hungry Caterpillars has been such a happy and important part of my son's childhood! His teacher Bianca works with him on all of the things a 2-year-old should be learning and I know they have a lot of fun together. He is always coming home with some kind of arts &...
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...
5.0
"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 bilingual education, exercise and fresh. When we're home, he will often tell me that he misses/loves his...
KidarooCare offers a Holistic Approach supporting the child and family. We provide an Individual Education Plan for all children. Daily communication via technology including pictures and any updates throughout the day. We provide Nutritional Meals and Snacks. We practice a Blended Approach to...
5.0
"Ms. Jay was my sons Preschool inclusion Teacher at Brookside HeadStart. She is so loving and patient! My son was having a really difficult time, continuously getting kicked out of childcare settings. I truly believe she helped my son be able to be in a setting...
St. Catherine of Siena Preschool is a fully licensed preschool, transitional kindergarten, and extended day program. We are open Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm. Our program focuses on nurturing the child as a whole to foster, independence, creativity, and a love for learning. Our...
5.0
"I love the teachers the school and my daughter learned so much from Ms. Mia and Ms. Peggy Ms. Veronica and Ms. Erica. They teach manners they keep the scool clean clutter free. Thank you to this wonderful school."
Thanks for Choosing Sunshine House Preschool
Brentwood, Oakley, and Martinez CA!
3 things parents say they like most about Sunshine House:
1. Our teachers and their longevity
2. Our cleanliness and systematic organization
3. When their child's kindergarten teacher says, "I love it
when I...
5.0
"My family has been at Sunshine House for 2 years now and I have not had one regret leaving my child with them. They have wonderful, caring teachers. Their center is always clean. They offer fabulous activities both structured and unstructured. The kids are...
Pacific Heights Prep is a Preschool and Family Daycare Center dedicated to preparing your child for academic success. We use play, art, and music to bring out the joy in learning, with fun and stimulating activities.
When a child feels that learning is an exciting adventure, school becomes...
We're not just a daycare...We're a discovery haven for toddlers, preschool and kindergarten-aged children to learn through exploration and self-guided play. Our curriculum consists of Montessori-style practices and reggio-inspired methods and is creatively delivered through STEAM (STEM) activities....
Hi! I'm Emma. A stay-at-home mom who loves kids, crafts and FUN! I started as a nanny and loved it so much I decided to make my business grow. The little room is a place for little minds to explore. From free play to water games. Inside is a world of crafts, games and make believe. When the sun is...
Guava Care is a team of women supporting San Francisco Bay Area families. We provide non-medical services from pregnancy through the baby's first 4 years, specializing in prenatal education, birth coaching, newborn and infant care, pediatric sleep consulting, and early development support.
We have...
Peekadoodle Academy is a licensed preschool program founded on a balanced approach to learning. Our curriculum fosters independent and creative thinking through a balance of both guided exploration and learning through play. The Academy centers its curriculum on the whole child through cognitive,...
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Berkeley, CA
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in Berkeley, CA?
Child care centers near you in Berkeley, 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.
What will my child do at a child care center near me in Berkeley, CA?
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 Berkeley, 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.
How can I find a child care center near me in Berkeley, CA?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Berkeley, 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.