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

GAN ILAN PRESCHOOL - TEMPLE ISAIAH

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

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PILLAR KIDS CHILDCARE

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...

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ALICE'S MONTESSORI - ASTRID

Both of my kids have thrived at Alice’s Montessori. They really prepared my daughter for kindergarten and my son is currently learning so...

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GAN ILAN PRESCHOOL - TEMPLE ISAIAH

945 RISA RD LAFAYETTE, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1382/mo
Special needs
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
+ 3 more
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...

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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PILLAR KIDS CHILDCARE

3538 GOLDEN GATE WAY LAFAYETTE, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1800/mo
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
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...

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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Gymboree Play & Music / Lafayette: 1st Street Corner

3482 Mt. Diablo Boulevard Lafayette, CA

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Adult and Child Play Center focused on early child development and FUN! Gymboree Play & Music offers Art, Music and Play for ages Birth to 5y11m, as well as a Preschool Alternative program for Children 3-5y11m. . We use age-appropriate curriculum designed to provide activities and experiences that will support holistic growth...
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Michael L. Preschool

682 Michael Ln Lafayette, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2016!! Nestled in the beautiful hills of Lafayette, find a warm and wonderful environment for your child to spend the day exploring and learning through developmentally appropriate play! We accept children 2 years 9 months to 5 years old. Michael Lane Preschool offers a developmental program...
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Child care
Preschool
The First Steps Learning Center in Lafayette, California provides childcare for infants and toddlers in a safe and nurturing environment. Their curriculum encourages child-initiated, play-based learning to stimulate the children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth. Meals and snacks are included. They are open from...
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Lafayette Kids Cottage

3460 Monroe Ave Lafayette, CA

Child care
Preschool
Lafayette Kids Cottage is a state-licensed child care center that offers early care and learning programs for preschool children. Located in Lafayette, California, the company admits kids between the ages of two to five years old. The company also offers after-school programs for school-age kids between the ages of five to ten...
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Child Day Schools

3483 Golden Gate Way #14 Lafayette, CA

Preschool
The Child Day School provides childcare for two to five year old children in Lafayette, California. They provide an age and developmentally appropriate environment for social, physical, and cognitive growth in which each child has an opportunity to learn, grow and succeed. The Lafayette center is open from six forty-five in the...
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Lafayette Nursery School

979 1st St Lafayette, CA

Child care
Preschool
Lafayette Nursery School in Lafayette, California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide clean, safe, fun and nurturing care for families and kids from all ages.
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Husky House Child Care

3855 Happy Valley Rd Lafayette, CA

Child care
Husky House Childcare located at 3855 Happy Valley Road, Lafayette, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from seven-thirty AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and after- school activities,...
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OLD FIREHOUSE SCHOOL

984 Moraga Rd Lafayette, CA

Child care
Preschool
Old Firehouse School located in Lafayette, CA believes that language, initiative, and thinking skills predict much about each child's future academic and social development. The school offers programs that focus on a solid foundation of scientific theory and professional practice in the field of child development.
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ALICE'S MONTESSORI - ASTRID

105 ASTRID DRIVE PLEASANT HILL, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$1950/mo
Montessori
Day Care
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool

Care Member says "Both of my kids have thrived at Alice’s Montessori. They really prepared my daughter for kindergarten and my son is currently learning so much. We are...

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Square.Care Oakland

2129 8TH AVE OAKLAND, CA

5.0(2)
starting at
$2300/mo
International
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
In-Home daycare
+ 2 more
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...

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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Zari's Preschool & Child Care

1940 Risdon Road Concord, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

At Zari's Preschool & Child Care (with 28 yrs. experience and teaching certification) we strive to provide a secure, happy, and enriching environment that responds to today's growing need of working parents for the kind of excellent preschool / childcare that fosters peace of mind. Our belief is that family is the strongest...

Chesne D. says "My 3 year old daughter has been with Zari since she was 1. Zari has done such a beautiful job taking care of my little girl. She rarely gets sick (unlike...

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Broadway Children'S School Of Oakland, Inc.

394 ADAMS ST OAKLAND, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
ALL OF OUR PROGRAMS ARE PART-TIME, either 2 or 3 days per week, with specific schedules listed below. At Broadway Children's School, our play-based programs reflect the belief that every child is unique and special, and we nurture and encourage that sense of individuality so that each child will develop within his or her own...

Jill E. says "My daughter Autumn started in the PACT program. So 3.5 years at Broadway. We were looking for a easy flexible beginning to school for her and wanting to...

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Building Kidz School

5100 CLAYTON RD STE F36 CONCORD, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Kindergarten
Welcome to Building Kidz of Concord Preschool and Kindergarten Are you wondering where the best preschool or childcare in Concord is? With a campus that boasts three large play yards, plus a separate yard just for toddlers, the answer is clearly Building Kidz of Concord. How are preschools reacting to the California...

Lauren N. says "We've been with Building Kidz for 7 years now. I've had 3 kids with them. My 5 year old is in their Kinder class right now. The education is amazing. They...

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Sunshine House Martinez

4950 Pacheco Blvd Martinez, CA

5.0(1)
Child care
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 get Sunshine House...

Genny M says "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...

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STEP ONE SCHOOL

499 SPRUCE ST BERKELEY, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
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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7738 - La Petite Academy of Danville, CA

816 DIABLO RD DANVILLE, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

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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Keishna's Kiddie Corner

8220 GOLF LINKS RD OAKLAND, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Academic
Child care
Day Care
In-Home daycare
We are a 24/5 education-centered childcare and transportation service located near the Oakland Zoo. Our facility provides a secure, nurturing, and enriching environment for children from infancy through age 13. We strive to create a setting where each child feels safe, valued, and supported—offering parents the reassurance that...

Care Member says "She is an incredibly trustworthy and compassionate caregiver. Her daycare provides a safe, nurturing environment where both my son and granddaughters...

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Oakland Community Montessori School

4100 Redwood Rd, Ste 20A OAKLAND, CA

5.0(1)
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
In-Home daycare
Preschool
At OCMS, we’re reimagining early childhood education as a space for liberation, cultural affirmation, and joyful discovery. We offer a warm, in-home learning environment where children ages 18 months to 4 years are deeply seen, supported, and empowered to grow into confident, compassionate thinkers. Our approach is inspired by...

Care Member says "We've had our daughter enrolled in OCMS for close to a year now and we've been impressed with her development in several areas. OCMS offers something...

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Child care centers near you in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, 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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