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

Frog Hollow Nursery School

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...

- Alok S.

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.

Precious Babies

We love Claudia ...she started watching 2 of mine to 4 until we moved she's great with kids and runs an excellent program .

- Kuljit T.

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Frog Hollow Nursery School

1635 Jaynes St Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
+ 1 more
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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Petites Merveilles

2325 Roosevelt Avenue Berkeley, CA

State license verified

Francophone Montessori in-home daycare in Central Berkeley for ages 2-5. We have a beautiful indoor space and a large fenced-off backyard with fruit trees and chickens.
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Family Day Care that serve children 0-5. Providing a safe and nurturing place.Hot, healthy meals and snacks.Lg. outside space . educational and fun activities, outside play and daily walks. Near Ashby Bart, Open 6:30 to 6:30, part, full, evenings and flex schedules,Competitive rates.Mobil care is when you just received that...
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Size Small Toddler School

1066 Cragmont Ave Berkeley, CA

Our school has been in the Berkeley community for many years offering quality care for children 18 months-3 yrs old. Through creative play we put an emphasis on social and emotional development. We are a play based program with lots of age appropriate toys and activities that keep us busy daily. We have lots of play time...
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2119 Unversity Avenue Berkeley, CA

Thousand Oaks Childcare

690 Santa Rosa Avenue Berkeley, CA

FAIRLAND 游泳队

1712 Delaware Street Berkeley, CA

Petites Merveilles

2325 Roosevelt Ave Berkeley, CA

Bella's Babies

1304 Parker St Berkeley, CA

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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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Precious Babies

5th San Pablo Ave Pinole, CA

5.0(2)

Kuljit T. says "We love Claudia ...she started watching 2 of mine to 4 until we moved she's great with kids and runs an excellent program ."

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Lobat Family Daycare

4872 El Grande Pl El Sobrante, CA

5.0(1)
We are a high quality licensed, Lic# 073408496, home daycare for children between ages 0 to 5 years old, located in El Sobrante, nestled in a quiet neighborhood. We recognize the different areas of child development and our practice is based on child development theory. Children have different learning pace, and they all...

Sahar A. says "Lobat is a very caring and attentive. I feel safe knowing my son is cared by her while I am at work. As a new mom, I was nervous with going to work and...

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Naomi's Family Daycare

1927 Pullman St San Pablo, CA

5.0(2)
At Naomi's Family Daycare, We are committed to creating a safe, warm, loving environment where we will encourage your child to explore their thoughts and creativity through play. We strive to fill your child's day with age-appropriate activities that target their cognitive, emotional, social and physical development so that they...

Joseline F. says "As a mother you strive for the betterment for your child. As a FTM i was nervous to place my daughter in daycare but choosing Naomis Daycare was the...

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Donya Home Day Care

1656 Hillcrest Rd SAN PABLO, CA

5.0(11)
starting at
$1600/mo
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Welcome to our cozy home based daycare. warm and caring place where children learn, play and grow together. Here every day is full of music, cooking, and creative seasonal projects that help little ones explore the world with joy. Our home is filled with laughter, love and learning- a safe and happy space where every child...

Care Member says "Donya provides a warm, engaging, and happy environment for our two year old. Most days, she doesn’t want to leave! I am so grateful to have found Donya...

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My Love Bug Family Childcare

2820 Doidge Ave Pinole, CA

5.0(2)
My Love Bug Family Childcare, was created with the idea of helping home stay moms. As a mother I understand that running errands can be difficult when we have kids. I was reflected in that situation as a mother, and not having family around made it a little bit more difficult, so that's when I decide to open a in home daycare...

Lindsay H. says "My Love Bug is great! Gaby is so warm and friendly, and she offers a safe, wonderful place for my son (3 years) and daughter (<1 year) when I need...

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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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Diamond Little People Academy, Llc

955 12th Street Oakland, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Greetings! We are excited to announce our large family child care program, enrolling toddlers and preschool ages (www.diamondlittlepeople.com)! We have been honored to open a program, offering a new place for your child to experience a fun, safe, and inspirational environment! Children thrive by learning through play...

Marisa M says "The caregivers at DLPA are always happy to see my child when she arrives. They are loving, artistic, organized, fun and silly. I'm constantly impressed...

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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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Weebit Preschool And Daycare

2845 Santa Clara Ave Alameda, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

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. At...

Jing X. says "The best things in the world aren't things, they're people like you, Marley. We couldn't have picked a better provider and protector for our twins. We...

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Holistic Seedlings

255 FREMONT ST, 108A SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$3699/mo
International
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
+ 5 more
Hello! My name is Massiva, and I am the founder of Holistic Seedlings Daycare. I have been working with children for over 17 years, both as a mother and as a professional childcare provider in the U.S. and in Southern France. I run the program alongside my mom and my husband, Younes, who was an early elementary teacher for...

Care Member says "We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Holistic seedlings From the very first day, Massiva has been warm, attentive, and incredibly caring. They...

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

When looking for a family daycare near you in Berkeley, 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 Berkeley, 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 Berkeley, 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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