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We have 60 daycares in Hercules, CA! Compare and find the best daycare to fit your needs.

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Ashley Ann's daycare

354 Turquoise Dr Hercules, CA

5.0(1)

< 1 mi

Tia Y. says "Ashley is wonderful. She's soft spoken and genuinely kind to both adults and children. She's very flexible with parents' requests (great listener). She...

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Three Little Monkeys Child Care

1689 Partridge Dr. Hercules, CA

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Three Little Monkeys Childcare is a childcare program focused on encouraging and supporting the personal and social growth of children. Our philosophy is based on respect for the uniqueness and dignity of everyone. This approach to childcare and education allows children the freedom to experience their own creativity, explore their world, and develop their inner strengths and resources. Mutual respects and cooperation are encouraged, as well as socializing, problem solving, and of course, fun. It is our belief that children who experience this philosophy delight in their sense of independence, accomplishment, accept responsibility, respect themselves and others. These children will continue to explore and discover with confidence, enthusiasm and have solid foundation for further academic success. Our program will allow children to learn to make choices from a wide variety of creative materials within a structure environment. These activities include paint, clay, block, puzzles, and other toys. Learning curriculum where children lead themselves too imaginative and fantasy play. On our playground, climbing structures and tricycles help develop large muscles coordination. A typical day of our preschool hours include circle time, art, science and cooking projects, stories, outside play, music time, field trips, special activity guests, and kindergarten readiness for children getting ready to enter grade school.
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Little Red Hen Family Day Care

2126 Drake Lane Hercules, CA

< 1 mi

As a mother of 3 young children, I know how important is it to feel that your child is in a caring and safe environment. I was lucky enough to have my mother and sister available to help me with my children while I worked. Here, at Little Red Hen Family Day Care, this is the kind of care we provide; a caring, safe, loving and family-friendly environment. Your child will feel at home here and will be cared for as we care for our own children. We provide a fun learning environment that promotes healthy habits and encourages independence. We believe that the love of learning begins at home. Little Red Hen Family Day Care provides the tools to help your child grow physically, mentally and emotionally. We look forward to being a part of your child's educational and personal growth and development.
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The Campbell Family Daycare

226 Cardinal Way Hercules, CA

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The Campbell Family Daycare is a small family childcare home and we watch no more than 6 children at a time. We like to keep our headcount low and generally have between 2-6 children in our care at one time (this head count includes my 4 year old daughter and infant son). It is my goal to provide children with a safe and nurturing home-like environment that allows for individual growth and a sense of self-accomplishment through learning. As a daycare provider, I promote learning through hands on play, discovery and repetition. I enjoy caring for children and am happy to open my home to prospective parents requiring daycare for their child(ren) on a part time or full time basis. The Campbell Family Daycare currently offers full time, part time and drop-in care for children ages 2 to Pre-K. Example Timeline of Daily Events For Ages 2+ 7:30 am Arrival and breakfast - washing hands, manners, helping clean up 8:30 am Free play - encouraged to use their imagination 9:30 am Circle Time - songs, sign language, dance, sharing, etc. 9:45 am Break 9:50 am Learning the alphabet, numbers, shapes and colors, etc. 10:00 am Break and snack - wash hands, manners 10:15 am Crafts - hands on 11:00 am Outdoor play - dressing oneself (maybe a hat or jacket), coordination, exercise 11:45 am Lunch - washing hands, manners, social skills, helping clean up 12:15 pm Free play - encouraged to use their imagination 1:00 pm Nap 3:30 pm Clean up, snack- wash hands, manners 4:00 pm Story time - active listening 4:30 pm Games, puzzles and songs, etc. - hands on, memorization 5:00 pm Free play - encouraged to use their imagination, wash hands Hours are from 7:30-5:30 pm Monday through Friday What people are saying about The Campbell Family Daycare: I have entrusted Jennie with my 2 year old and 5 month old on a regular basis and have always felt they are in the best of hands. I can leave knowing they will not only be safe and well attended to but also busy having a wonderful time. Jennie is nurturing, patient and loves to teach. I feel very lucky to have found Jennie. -The L Family I have dropped off my 3-year-old son to be watched by Jennie and he loved it! She is kind and patient with little kids. My son felt comfortable and safe while in her care. This made us (his parents) feel confident that our son was well cared for. We would use her again anytime! -The L Family Contact The Campell Family Daycare today to see how we can provide care for your child(ren).
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Flores Academy

2108 Clark St Hercules, CA

< 1 mi

Flores Academy is a home base DayCare. We offer. *Preschool program *Spanish *Art *Dance *Crafts
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Learning Star Preschool Family Day Care

343 Grenadine Way Hercules, CA

< 1 mi

Preschool
Child care
Learning Star Preschool Family Day Care is an early childhood care and education provider that serves children ages three months to five years. It offers a safe, caring and nurturing atmosphere in a home-like environment where children can play, learn and grow. The school is open from Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:15 PM.
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Eva's Family Day Care

1861 Pheasant Dr Hercules, CA

< 1 mi

Preschool
In-Home daycare
Eva’s Family Day Care is a licensed child care center located in Hercules, CA. It was established in 1997 and offers programs for toddlers and preschool. They aim to provide a developmentally appropriate program that can enhance your child’s social, emotional, physical and cognitive development. The center is open on weekdays from 8:00a.m. to 5:15p.m.
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First Steps Academy Daycare

181 Falcon Way Hercules, CA

< 1 mi

First Steps Academy Daycare offers a safe, secure and fun place for children. This licensed childcare facility caters to the children's growth and developmental needs in a warm and friendly environment. It also provides educational activities that nurture the development of physical, social and cognitive skills. Its hours are from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, weekdays.
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A Mother Goose Day Care

109 Quail Ct Hercules, CA

< 1 mi

In-Home daycare
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
A Mother Goose Day Care is a child care and educational facility located at 109 Quail Court, Hercules, California. The facility has a capacity of 14 children, and it operates from Monday through Friday 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It offers full-time childcare services, before and after-school care, and early childhood education programs in a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment. It provides educational activities that enhance the children's physical, intellectual and social skills.
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Hansel and Gretel Daycare and Pre School

124 Hemlock Ct Hercules, CA

< 1 mi

Preschool
Child care
Hansel and Gretel Daycare and Preschool in Hercules, 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 care for families and kids from two to six years old.
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VALLEY PRESCHOOL & DAYCARE INC

1477 Willow Ave Hercules, CA

< 1 mi

Preschool
Child care
Valley Preschool and Daycare, located in Hercules, California, is a Christian preschool that aims to provide a secure and learning environment for children. Since 1994, it has been serving children ages two to kindergarten. The Preschool has a maximum capacity of handling up to fifty-five children. Additionally, electives are offered here such as one-on-one basketball and soccer shots. Its operational hours is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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Peaches Happy Daycare

1153 S Shelter Bay Hercules, CA

< 1 mi

Preschool
In-Home daycare
Peaches Happy Daycare in Hercules, CA focuses on play-based learning curriculum and activities. They fulfill the kids' needs and promote mastery, love, respect, and belonging while challenging them. This child care facility offers individual attention that the students need for their optimum development and growth. They feature Spanish, computer skills, and Sign Language classes to name a few.
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Learn And Play Child Care

337 Lilac Circle Hercules, CA

< 1 mi

We are a true "Family" daycare. Your child's home away from home. We offer a friendly and loving environment for babies and toddlers. We encourage early learning and the development of social skills through play, creative activities and other fun learning exercises. Here at Learn and Play Child Care, we believe it is important for children to maintain a familiar and comfortable routine. Through good parent/caregiver communication, we individualize each child's care and learning opportunities. In addition to the basic skills required for a lifetime of learning, we work with your child to promote manners, good hygiene, self-confidence and independence.
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Pillow Pre School

1702 Pheasant Dr Hercules, CA

< 1 mi

Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
Pillow Preschool provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Hercules, California, for kids from one to six years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the best start possible.
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HAPPY LION DAY CARE CENTER, INC.

2929 CASTRO RD SAN PABLO, CA

5.0(4)

5 mi

Outdoor/nature
International
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
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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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Children's Garden Montessori School

2335 TULARE AVE EL CERRITO, CA

5.0(4)

6 mi

starting at
$705/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Day Care
Preschool
In-Home daycare
+ 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 of teachers brings a wealth of energy, warmth, caring, and creativity. We have a big, beautiful backyard with three climbing structures and a sandbox. We offer gymnastics classes as well as daily art activities and an academic program for older children. For more information, please visit our website at www.childrensgardenmontessorischool.com.

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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Grandma's House Family Daycare

275 DUPERU DRIVE Crockett, CA

5.0(1)

4 mi

Welcome to Grandma's House Family Childcare, we have a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) providing a place where all children can play, learn and grow in a nurturing environment. Our Mission Statement believes in educating children within safe and emotionally healthy surroundings to develop a strong, confident and positive self-esteem individual that will reach for the stars. I also believe in providing unwavering tender loving care to all that come through my doors.

Brooke S. says "Our daughter has been attending daycare with Valerie for about 6 months now, and she has learned so much during her time there. There are always new...

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Dream Catcher's Family Daycare

931 N CAMINO ALTO VALLEJO, CA

5.0(1)

8 mi

starting at
$330/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
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Welcome families and friends to Dreamcatchers Family daycare where our friendly staff help your child grow in their early stages of life. Here at Dreamcatchers we provide early childhood education and ongoing educational support to school aged children. A day in the life would start by a hearty breakfast followed by curriculum and group sharing exercises and play. Assisted families are also encouraged to apply! Schedule a tour to meet our staff and to take a tour! We look forward to helping you with all your childcare needs!

Care Member says "Dream-Catcher’s is fairly new to the Vallejo area and is reasonably priced and very clean. The process of enrolling was simple and easy. Miss Kelli is...

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0222 - Childtime of Martinez

6635 ALHAMBRA AVE STE 300 STE 300 MARTINEZ, CA

5.0(1)

10 mi

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.

Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and...

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SIMMONS, NINA FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

902 NEBRASKA ST VALLEJO, CA

5.0(1)

7 mi

starting at
$1200/mo
Academic
Faith based
Kindergarten
Special Touch Learning & Training Academy #1 is a state licensed daycare facility and small home-based private school. Our independently owned and operated family business provides the essential fundamentals expressed through an environment that is academically and socially stimulating for young children. We at Special Touch Learning & Training Academy believe that "children are capable of so much more if only exposed to and given opportunity to soar." **We are open 24 hours!**

Kevin J. says "My children attended for 10 years. We had the best experience! They are a part of our family now."

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Recent daycare reviews from local parents in Hercules, CA

Daycares in Hercules, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed daycares

Ashley Ann's daycare

Ashley is wonderful. She's soft spoken and genuinely kind to both adults and children. She's very flexible with parents' requests (great...

- Tia Y.

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.

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

FAQs for finding daycares near you in Hercules, CA

Daycare centers near you in Hercules, CA offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.

Daycares near you in Hercules, CA provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Hercules, CA for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Hercules, CA include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.

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