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Family Daycares in Alameda, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 60 listed family daycares

Thomas Family Child Care

We had an excellent experience with Shereé Thomas daycare. This was my first experience with a home based daycare and it was a great one....

- Marian Q.

Pequenas Burbujas Day Care

I sent my daughter here as an infant and she absolutely loved it. Everyone here is wonderful with the children and make them feel at home. I...

- Maria T

Thomas Family Child Care

I had a really hard time finding care in Alameda that I felt comfortable with. You have to trust your gut when you meet with care givers....

- Angel P.

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Thomas Family Child Care

833 Santa Clara Ave Alameda, CA

5.0(1)

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My name is Sheree Thomas and I am the child care provider for Thomas Family Child Care in Alameda, CA. Thomas Family Child Care is now enrolling for the Spring and Summer. I have space for three children between the ages of 20 months - 4 years old. What I can offer: I will provide a safe environment filled with love and...

Marian Q. says "We had an excellent experience with Shereé Thomas daycare. This was my first experience with a home based daycare and it was a great one. Shereé is very...

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Pequenas Burbujas Day Care

609 Sheffield Rd. Alameda, CA

5.0(2)

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Pequenas Burbujas Daycare provides service for children 3 months to 5 year olds. We have full time spaces for children over 2 years old and we provide 10 hours max of care a day. We open at 6am and close at 6pm and we provide only homemade foods and healthy snacks. Our priority is the well being of your child. If you have any...

Maria T says "I sent my daughter here as an infant and she absolutely loved it. Everyone here is wonderful with the children and make them feel at home. I was nervous...

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Thomas Family Child Care

1732 Buena Vista Ave Alameda, CA

5.0(1)
My name is Sheree Thomas and I am the child care provider for Thomas Family Child Care in Alameda, CA. Thomas Family Child Care is now enrolling for the fall. I have space for four children between the ages of 12 months - 4 years old, and two spots for school age children. What I can offer: I will provide a safe environment...

Angel P. says "I had a really hard time finding care in Alameda that I felt comfortable with. You have to trust your gut when you meet with care givers. When I met Sheree...

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Forest Garden Day Care

81 Sea Bridge Alameda, CA

5.0(1)
A place in Alameda where you can rest assured that your children are in good hands while you are away at work. In our home day care, we encourage children of all ages to practice their cognitive, social, and motor skills, while making sure they continue to learn while playing.

Lucia says "I currently have my 7 month old baby girl at Forest Garden Day Care and we love it! Emma (owner) and Norie are very hands on, caring, and trustworthy. My...

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Gloria's Daycare

106 Jervis Bay Alameda, CA

4.6(9)

State license verified

Childcare service in a friendly family environment. I have been providing childcare services since 1991. I'm CPR/First Aid Certified. I'm bilingual in Spanish. My hours are from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm Monday-Friday. I'm very flexible when parent need accommodations. I care for children from 3 months old to 4 years old.

Julia G. says "Gloria has been caring for my almost 2 yo son since he was just 6 months old. He gets so excited to spend the day with her and the other children and I...

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Thulasana Home Daycare

544 Central Avenue Alameda, CA

3.5(6)

State license verified

In setting up my daycare, it was important that it be a fun, nurturing and stimulating environment, filled with exploration and creativity. Our program also is designed as such, with the infant/toddler in mind. The emphasis is on emotional, mental, physical and social development. This is achieved by full immersion in art,...

Priya N. says "Our son was with Happy for over one year, and she was beyond wonderful. We feel so lucky that we found her. We always trusted her to treat him with love,...

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Weebit Preschool And Daycare

2845 Santa Clara Ave Alameda, CA

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We are excited to announce that enrollment for the 2025-2026 program year is now open. With two of our TK graduates moving on, we have two spots available for children ranging from infants to preschool age. We invite you to schedule a tour and learn more about our nurturing environment and thoughtfully designed curriculum....
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Brittany's Tiny Tykes Daycare

4046 Tripoli Drive Unit B Alameda, CA

I am a licensed child care provider in Alameda and will be providing full-time and drop-in care. In addition to be licensed by the state, I am also a certified Coast Guard Family Child Care home. We are a Coast Guard family and live in the Coast Guard community in Alameda. Our home is safe, clean and full of fun activities for...
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Le Petit Z Montessori Preschool

838 Santa Clara Ave Alameda, CA

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Le Petit Z Creating Moments Of Wonderment Remember the last time you looked at something in wonderment? It was something so unique and interesting that it stopped you in your tracks. We aim to create those moments of wonderment each day in our daily activities and curriculum. It is wonderment that makes a child associate...
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Beth Arruda

3220 Fir Ave Alameda, CA

I am a 53 old woman, mother of 3 and I absolutely love children.
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Emergency, Backup or Short-Term Childcare in your home or mine. Daytime, weekends and overnight too. I may care for sick children in your home if I have no other children that day. ABOUT ME: I am a single mom of 2 young school aged boys. I have many years experience in caring for children, both my own and others. I am not...
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Alameda Bilingual Preschool

2152 Buena Vista Ave. Alameda, CA

Alameda Bilingual Preschool is a new preschool/daycare that will be opening this September 2013 in Alameda, CA. This school will operate from Monday to Friday starting at 8:00 am and closing at 6:30pm (very extended hours) accommodating the needs of many working families who will join this wonderful program. The Director is a...
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Bright Star

2526 Buena Vista Ave Alameda, CA

Chinese and English Childcare with Organic Food Bright Star is a bilingual Childcare in Alameda that your kids would learn Chinese and English there. It is opened by a teacher who had been teaching children for 20-years. The teacher had taught Chinese in an Elementary School in China for 15 years and she was then a preschool...
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Joyful Family Child Care

1524 Central Ave Alameda, CA

Baby's Kingdom Family Daycare

909 Marina Village Pkwy 673 Alameda, CA

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Sandmann Family Day Care

4023 Cesar Chavez Street San Francisco, CA

5.0(6)

State license verified

Welcome to Sandmann Family Day Care! Sandmann Family Day Care is a bilingual childcare program, German and English, located in the heart of Noe Valley in San Francisco. We provide loving and professional care for children between the ages of 15 to 48 months. Our bilingual program offers a play- and music-based nurturing...

Aigerim S. says "Our son went to Sandmann for about 2 years and absolutely loved it! Great teachers, very attentive and caring. In 2 years there were no accidents. During...

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Elsy's Daycare

6518 3rd St San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
Elsy s Day care is a small bilingual (Spanish and English) licensed family based childcare serving the San Francisco area. Currently I have space for kids from five months old to five years old. My hours of operation are 7:00 am to 6:00pm. I provide daily activities that teaches color, shapes, letter and basics. I believe that...

Vanesa R. says "Ms. Elsy day care is more then just a day care, she provides in home activities which includes learning there ABC's,123 and they're colors, having my son...

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Frog Hollow Nursery School

1635 Jaynes St Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Reggio emilia
In-Home daycare
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Frog Hollow is a small neighborhood home based preschool of twelve children per day, dedicated to creating a warm, caring community for both children and their families. We offer an emergent curriculum with long periods of time for social play, along with the structure of daily art experiences, weekly classes in music, yoga and...

Alok S. says "My daughter went to Frog Hollow for 3 years and we love everything about it. Ellen, Robin, and Kimi are amazing with kids, and I saw all the kids thrive...

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Lovebugs Daycare/Preschool

14684 Merced St. San Leandro, CA

5.0(1)
My passion for developing young minds comes from over 27 years of teaching preschool and childcare experience. I provide a loving, safe, and educational environment filled with age appropriate toys and activities. Small licensed (License # 013422328) Home Daycare. "Inspiring children through curriculum and play!" Now...

Sarah M. says "Excellent teacher, humble character, and loving kind person. You can't go wrong with her, she's AMAZING!!! Always trust her 110% with my kids and they...

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Keishna's Kiddie Corner

8220 Golf Links Rd Oakland, CA

5.0(7)
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...

Jashanae H. says "My daughter is 19 months and has only been at Keishna's Kiddie Corner for a little while but I am already seeing improvements in her speech . She is...

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FAQs for finding a family daycare near you in Alameda, CA

When looking for a family daycare near you in Alameda, CA, the most important thing to consider is the safety, comfort, and well-being of your child. Depending on your family's needs, make sure to inquire about the family daycare provider's experience in caring for children of similar ages. Ask about their qualifications, resources available for learning and development, such as toys or educational materials. Additionally, consider inquiring about how the family daycare provider structures their days; if they provide meals or snacks; and if they allow you to have a tour of their facility. It is also important that you feel comfortable with the family daycare provider and that they understand your family's values and priorities. Taking these points into consideration when selecting a family daycare can help ensure that your child has a safe and nurturing environment in which to thrive.

When selecting a family daycare provider, families may want to consider factors such as location, value for costs, hours of operation, and licensing requirements and monitoring standards. Additionally, it is worth evaluating any safety regulations in place at the facility and paying attention to reviews from past or current clients. Upon visiting the family daycare near you in Alameda, CA, there should be a sense that it is clean and well-organized, and the staff should be friendly and welcoming. All of these aspects help ensure that not only are the family's needs met and children are receiving the best possible care.

When choosing family daycare near you in Alameda, CA, it is essential to be thorough! Consider what's most important to you and when choosing a child care provider, and don't be afraid to ask questions when interviewing potential daycares. You should also schedule a visit to meet with the family daycare provider and observe the environment. You may ask them questions such as: How does the daycare staff interact with the children? Are there toys, materials, and appropriate activities for the age group of children in their care? Are there any qualifications, certifications, background checks, and child-to-adult ratio of staff information they can share with you? All of these questions as well as any additional considerations that are important to you should help you make an informed decision.

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