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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Berkeley, CA

Orinda Afternoons

5.0

We love Orinda Afternoons! It gave my kids exactly the kind of summer that I dreamed of giving them. They got to spend the day in the great outdoors with a handful of other kids, which was exciting without being overstimulating. Bekki is wonderfully attentive to the kids' needs and moods, and tweaks...

- Dana S

Bella's Babies INC

5.0

I feel like they have so many different opportunities while my child is at daycare and she gets exposed to so many different things that she can explore and learn! They have different rooms that allow her to learn so much!

- Keely H.

Tiny Creations Family Day Care

5.0

My daughter started when she was just 9 weeks old and she just turned 1 year last week! Miss Pauline has been very attentive since day 1 and she would always ask or confirm with us before introducing new things/food to baby. She always makes sure that we are all on the same page. She always gives us...

- Julie Ann M.

Sustainable Summer Break

5.0

While helping my brother with his three kids, I have the experience to accomplish anything. I am able to multi-task no matter how many children. I am local, own transportation, and very loving when it comes to the little ones. =) I am very fun and love to do arts and crafts, sports, and music.

- Lacy G.

Drop-in child care in Berkeley, CA

Orinda Afternoons

Orinda Afternoons

103 El Toyonal, Orinda, CA

5.0

(1)

Orinda Afternoons is a family daycare in the hills of Orinda, providing the highest quality care for children ages zero to three. Orinda Afternoons provides a warm and professionally staffed care environment - complete with a dedicated playroom and art studio, climbing gym, sandbox, thriving organic...
5.0
"We love Orinda Afternoons! It gave my kids exactly the kind of summer that I dreamed of giving them. They got to spend the day in the great outdoors with a handful of other kids, which was exciting without being overstimulating. Bekki is wonderfully attentive to...

Dana S


Bella's Babies INC

Bella's Babies INC

5909 Camden St, OAKLAND, CA

5.0

(2)

We are a PLAY BASED early childhood education center.
5.0
"I feel like they have so many different opportunities while my child is at daycare and she gets exposed to so many different things that she can explore and learn! They have different rooms that allow her to learn so much!"

Keely H.


Hello my name is Pauline I have been in business since 1999. I am dedicated to helping each child reach his/her full learning potential while they are in my care. Your child's need are always a priority. Each child is given adequate love and attention. I offer two meals and two snack, outdoor play,...
5.0
"My daughter started when she was just 9 weeks old and she just turned 1 year last week! Miss Pauline has been very attentive since day 1 and she would always ask or confirm with us before introducing new things/food to baby. She always makes sure that we are all on...

Julie Ann M.


Sustainable Summer Break

2831 Harrison St., Oakland, CA

5.0

(1)

Are you looking for summer childcare that is educational and tons of fun? Sustainable Summer Break is group childcare for children in grades 1-4 in week-long sessions from 9am-3pm, Monday through Friday in the Oakland/Berkeley area. There will be 6 kids in each session, with 2 nannies. For full...
5.0
"While helping my brother with his three kids, I have the experience to accomplish anything. I am able to multi-task no matter how many children. I am local, own transportation, and very loving when it comes to the little ones. =) I am very fun and love to do arts...

Lacy G.


Supporting Bright Futures

Supporting Bright Futures

Blue Rock Court, Oakland, CA

Our goal at Supporting Bright futures In Home Daycare is to provide all of the children with a comfortable, nurturing, and educational environment in which each child can develop at his or her individual pace. We focus on play, social development, and academic readiness. We encourage good...

The Campbell Family Daycare

The Campbell Family Daycare

226 Cardinal Way, Hercules, CA

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...

Little Treasures Daycare

5427 Solano Av, Richmond, CA

Licensed day care Mon-Fri 6AM to 6PM. Drop in child care is available. Caring for all ages. Your child will feel right at home in a safe and caring environment. 25 years experience. All state funded child care programs are accepted. Walking trips to local parks & learning field trips....

The Discovery Hut

The Discovery Hut

1325 Carlson Blvd., Richmond, CA

1 Spot Open! =D FULL TIME 8am-6pm $2295/mo Easy commuter drop off for Richmond, El Cerrito, Berkeley, Kensington, San Pablo, Pt. Richmond, El Sobrante & Pinole parents. Quality, clean, structured environment. Each day, children are provided 2 healthy homemade organic meals (breakfast and lunch),...

Rachel's Neighborhood Baby Care

Wright Avenue, Pinole, CA

Hello There! I am offering the perfect daycare alternative: the nurturing, individualized care of a nanny only in my own home instead of yours. At Rachel's Neighborhood Baby Care, there is never more that 2 babies at any one time, ensuring that each baby receives individualized care that follows...

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