The love & attentive care of a nanny, developmental & interactive benefits of a preschool & the comfortable atmosphere of a home.... We're a parent-trusted, licensed small in-home daycare and preschool near PH Bart. If you know a parent looking for nurturing, high-quality care, we'd love to connect. Welcome to The ELIE House, where early education unfolds naturally within thoughtfully designed spaces and materials, at a gentle pace. In our warm, home-like setting enriched with ample outdoor play areas, positivity and learning seamlessly blend, turning every day into a new journey of discovery. Our Montessori-inspired daycare and preschool offers a nurturing and customized experience, guaranteeing your child the attentive care and support they deserve as they grow from baby to kindergartner! At The ELIE (Early Language Immersion & Enrichment) House, children enjoy a relaxed routine in a loving family-style environment with tons of rich conversation, lots of laughs, learning through demonstration & doing, positive peer bonding & days full of guided & independent free play both, in & outdoors! Organic lunch, milk, morning & afternoon snacks are included. It is my goal to make the childcare portion of parents' lives as seamless as possible & to provide premier toddler care here in the East Bay. We follow a daily schedule that includes: guided educational interaction, independent free play, intro to Espanol, story time & sing-a-long, outdoor water play, crafts, sensory bin discovery, yoga, music, reading, writing & more! The ELIE House is tucked in a quiet cul-de-sac. On 1/3rd of an acre, with about 1400sq ft of space dedicated to play and learning. Children will leave The ELIE House with a broad vocabulary, a thorough understanding of the world around them, lasting baby friendships & the confidence, ability, and self-awareness they need for a successful transition into school. What makes us different: -Small, kind, well-bonded group -Support early talkers and promotes early communication -Nurture child's gifts and strengths, and support their challenge areas -Majority of toddlers 2.5-4yrs leave us reading and writing -1 main caregiver w/occasional assistants as needed, so low turnover and more consistency -Passionate, informed caregiver w/over 10 years of experience -less exposure and daily sanitized environment, so illnesses are usually more mild (ie: the common cold) -Introduction to Spanish L#073408710

Care Member says "I cannot say enough good things about The Elie House! I have had two of my daughters attend The Elie House, and I plan to have my 3rd as well. As a...

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Rada's Day Care Home

2648 Durnago Ln San Ramon, CA

4.3(6)

7 mi

Benefits Your Child Will Enjoy: * Preschool Curriculum *Holiday and Birthday Parties for children *Classical music played during nap time *Exposure to diverse type music *Nutritious home-cooked meals with wholesome ingredients *Plenty of stimulating and educational toys *Daily reading time *Interactive play: Finger plays, songs, rhymes *Baby Art: Crayons, marble art, paint with water *Large outdoor play area built according to licensing specifications *All equipment needed by children is provided *At age 22 months, a music, art and gymnastics class is available

Kathryn B. says "We LOVE Rada! Our family has been with her for over a year and half and now have our second child in care with her. The space is awesome for a little...

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Golden Step Childcare & Preschool

3710 Hobby Ct Concord, CA

5.0(5)

6 mi

My name is Nahid (Nana) director of Golden Step Childcare and I'm a licensed in-home family childcare provider in Concord by the State of California, CPR, First Aid Certified. We are in a very good location with a safe environment, we are close to Concord Community Park and Bart Station. At Golden Step Childcare & Preschool (with 12 yrs. experience and teaching and psychologist certification from my country) we strive to provide a secure, happy, and enriching environment. I'm still studying Early Childhood Development at DVC to further pursue my education. Our Preschool/Childcare environment presents maximum opportunities for cognitive development, discovery learning, and an awareness of cultural diversity. Our Facility offers the best care and learning environment for their overall development. Children will participate in enrichment activities, such as free play, outdoor, indoor play area, Kid's yoga, Gardening, Arts, crafts, Circle Time, Music, dance, Math, and Science. Our facility serves daily fresh organic homemade meals and snacks that are approved by the Contra Costa Child Care Food Program to ensure your child will get the proper nutrition his/her growing body needs. Our Preschool hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Also, we offer drop-in care as well. Golden Step Childcare has a very happy family-style vibe childcare. The children are sweet and welcoming and the families are kind and supportive. If your second home is like a place you'd like to send your lovely child, please give us a call and we would be more than happy to give you a tour of our care center as well as provide more information about us. Schedule a tour today!

Jesseca N. says "My 3yr old currently attends Golden Step Preschool and our 2yr old will be joining in February 2023. We are so impressed with how thoughtful Nana is with...

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Soana Lauti Daycare

3735 Laguna Avenue Oakland, CA

5.0(3)

9 mi

I have been a licensed daycare provider for over 10 yrs. I do offer a preschool curriculum in a small learning pod environment for ages 2-4 yrs old. This allows children to have a personal learning experience and plenty of 1 on 1 time with staff. We also do arts and crafts on some days, take walks in the neighborhood, give free playtime. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are included. Many of the kids I watch are from the community and I have a close relationship with the families and their children.

Jessica C says "Soana and her family are simply the best! My baby girl started at Soana's when she was 1 year old and only left because we moved out of the area when she...

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Frances' Child Care

5108 Brookside Court Concord, CA

4.1(13)

9 mi

Small family home child care providing care to children ages 6 weeks old to 10 years old Monday to Friday 7am-6pm; weekend & evening child care service also available upon request & based on availability. We provide breakfast, lunch, snacks, & beverages. Activities include circle time, practicing the alphabet & numbers, story time, dancing, singing, puzzles, games, arts & crafts, indoor & outdoor play, etc. Located in a safe & quiet neighborhood. Call Frances at 925-817-9331 for details & schedule a tour. State of California Department of Social Services Facility #073408389

KT says "I would recommend Frances' Child Care to those who like small day care group settings with various ages of children. Her day care is very clean and tidy. She's...

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Zari's Preschool & Child Care

1940 Risdon Road Concord, CA

5.0(2)

6 mi

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 influence in the child's growth and development. Our preschool/childcare extends the child's home experience and provides new and different experiences of value. Growth occurs in developmental stages and each stage must be offered, encouraged and supported. Our preschool/childcare environment presents maximum opportunities for cognitive development, discovery learning and an awareness of cultural diversity. We work to make each day a happy learning experience for your child by including opportunities for socialization, group play, reading aloud, dress-up/costume time and arts/crafts. Our program is based on the knowledge that children learn best through play and active hands-on development. Using developmentally appropriate materials to stimulate and explore their potential is our goal. Our program has met rigorous quality standards and is committed to communicating effectively with families. Our preschool/childcare hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. All of our meals are homemade and approved by the Contra Costa Child Care Food Program to ensure your child will get the proper nutrition his/her growing body needs. If you would like to schedule a visit to our preschool/childcare, or would like more information, please give us a call and we would be more than happy to give you a tour of our care center as well as provide with more information about us.

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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Wonderful Minds Day Care

3351 Roma Pl San Ramon, CA

5.0(1)

7 mi

Looking for loving, safe, nurturing environment where children are encouraged to express themselves through arts, crafts, and free play. Emphasis on reading with phonics. I provide home cooked vegetarian meal and snacks. Large, clean home with backyard and no pets. I provide care for Infants, toddlers and school going kids.

Sediqa F. says "Ekta is a professional and really knows how to take care of little kids. My daughter went to Wonderful Minds daycare for almost a year. From the...

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Little Birds Nest Home Daycare

271 St. Christopher Drive Danville, CA

3.0(2)

5 mi

Little Birds Nest Home Daycare is a California-licensed small family daycare. I know that finding that right daycare for your child can be stressful, and discovering the right daycare can give you a peace of mind that your child with be well cared for, and overall rewarding experience for you and your child. Use our website to discover more about our daycare and what we can provide to your child.

Sheri M. says "Badri has been a part of our lives for over 5 years. Our oldest started with her when he was a year old, and she has been the caregiver of the two that...

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Happylia Kids

1429 Saint James Parkway Concord, CA

5.0(1)

9 mi

Our goal at Mana's Montessori Preschool and Child Care (formerly known as Happylia Kids) is to prepare children for the next stage of their lives through the development of motor abilities, thinking skills, and healthy interactions with their peers.

Jolie M. says "Our daughter was one of the first kids to attend Happylia. It's been just over a year and we are loving it. She was 5 months old when she started and has...

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Miles Of Smiles Child Daycare And Preschool

1441 Dupre Ct Concord, CA

4.8(18)

6 mi

Our home is designed to provide both a nurturing home atmosphere along with large dedicated areas for the children to actively learn and play in a stimulating environment with spacious rooms rich in color giving each child an exciting world full of opportunities to explore, learn, and grow. Furthermore, we maintain a low teacher to child ratio. Therefore, your child will receive the kind of close attention he or she deserves, nurturing a foundation for development and helping to enable your child to reach their full potential.

Tim B. says "Biana and her team are absolutely amazing! In the process of interviewing various daycares, my wife and I felt a warm and welcoming feeling with them and...

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0222 - Childtime of Martinez

6635 ALHAMBRA AVE STE 300 STE 300 MARTINEZ, CA

5.0(1)

6 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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Paola's Daycare

3216 Estero Dr San Ramon, CA

7 mi

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Ngfamily Childcare

3117 Athene Ct Concord, CA

8 mi

Family daycare offers: - Kids learn to socialize each other from very young - Pre-school program. Kids get enough knowledge to go directly to kindergarten - Full / part time opening for infants, toddlers, and children up to 5 year old. - Hours open: Monday-Friday 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. - Nutritional : Breakfast, lunch, and two snacks.(Homemade) - Prices: Affordable. Security Precautions: -Criminal Background / Fingerprints (clearance) -CPR Fist Aid and Health and safety Training. Please give me email or call if you have any questions. Thanks, Naaz 9253498732

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Keishna's Kiddie Corner

8220 Golf Links Rd Oakland, CA

9 mi

Keishna's Kiddie Corner 24/7 Childcare and Transportation Program offers a safe, nurturing environment where your child will get the attention and care that he or she deserves. We provide a home away from home and strive to make sure each child's individual needs are met. We provide childcare and transportation for children ages 3 months-13 years and are open 24 hours a day seven days a week. The flexibility of our program hours and individualized care makes our daycare a great fit for those with difficult schedules, such as Doctors, Lawyers, Fire Fighters, Police Officers and Students. Our goal is to provide quality care at an affordable rate. We accept all state and federal funding. This home daycare is owned by a UC Berkeley Grad, her husband and two dedicated assistants with CPR and Infectious Disease Certification. Each of us has undergone extensive background checks which is required for licensees and their employees in the state of California. We have been providing quality care to families in our community for over 12 years. You can rest assured that your child will be cared for with the utmost kindness, love and respect. We believe all children are precious gifts and we treat them as though they are our own. We are state licensed as a home daycare facility and have met or exceeded all health and safety guidelines. At Keishna's Kiddie Corner, your child will participate in developmentally-appropriate activities throughout the day, including Mother Goose Time Preschool Curriculum. Mother Goose Time uniquely weaves 33 research-based skills through monthly activities and discovery projects. As children participate in Mother Goose Time, they are naturally exposed to skills which support their on-going social-emotional, physical, language and cognitive development. Each Mother Goose Time activity integrates at least two if not three domains (for example social + physical + math) to offer children rich multidisciplinary learning opportunities. These skills, when combined with a nurturing environment, intentional teaching practices, and meaningful relationships support a child's school readiness. Our program emphasizes: *Social and Emotional Development *Physical Development *Language and Literacy Development *Mathematics and Reasoning development *Social Studies Development *Science Development *Creative Development *Second Language Acquisition Development Full-time, part-time, before and after-school, weekend and evening schedules.

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Precious Pebbles Child Care

6644 MacArthur Blvd. Oakland, CA

9 mi

Offering a safe and nurturing environment to infants and toddlers. Located in the Millsmont neighborhood of Oakland, CA. Now accepting infants and toddlers.

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Euroclass Child Care (infants / Toddlers) Home Day Care

931 San Simeon Drive Concord, CA

6 mi

Please visit our website for full information: WWW.EuroClassCenter.COM EuroClass Center is a state licensed Home Family Childcare for infants and toddlers. Our team provides an amazing environment, both safe and developmentally fun and challenging to your child. Our Center provides a play-based educational program that focuses teaching and learning through play time, literature, music, exercise, dance and art. We also train the children on healthy eating habits. Our History And Experience: With over 20 years of local Child Care management, the team at EuroClass has impeccably managed the most successful Day Care Centers in Bay Area with proven and excellent results and a long, constant and continuous waiting list during the last 20 years! Now, we are growing and expanding our Center using the latest in care, training and technology. What is DIFFERENT about us? EuroClass Center was based on a model vastly different than the average and everyday daycare; portraying themselves as schools and pre-schools to attract parents looking for more than just a daycare. EuroClass Center has succeeded in providing the necessities each child needs for their emotional development and in providing the luxuries requested by the incredibly high standards set by the very protective and cautious parents. By meeting these 2 requirements, EuroClass Center has met the incredibly high standard set by the those few parents that are seeking to have the best of all worlds for their child. Our team at EuroClass Center believe children learn best through natural consequences in a safe environment, using their curiosity and the resulting wonderful experiences they gain from it. We have designed specific activities to provide for a child's mind, body and soul. Experimentation, creativity, and discovery are all encouraged in such a safe and healthy environment. Credentials; Certificates, Qualifications and Experience: EuroClass Child Care and Learning Center has put together a team of most experienced and qualified care takers and teachers in the industry. At EuroClass, we take education very seriously and believe, the time spent at our Child Care and Learning Center should be spent wisely, and educating your children is of utmost importance to our team.

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Pamela Jordan (iona's Lil Dreamers Daycare)

7800 Sanford Street Oakland, CA

9 mi

Evening Care Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 2:00 AM and Weekends from 6:00 AM through 2:00 AM.

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The Elie House

I cannot say enough good things about The Elie House! I have had two of my daughters attend The Elie House, and I plan to have my 3rd as...

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Rada's Day Care Home

We LOVE Rada! Our family has been with her for over a year and half and now have our second child in care with her. The space is awesome...

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Golden Step Childcare & Preschool

My 3yr old currently attends Golden Step Preschool and our 2yr old will be joining in February 2023. We are so impressed with how thoughtful...

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