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Find Trusted Pre-K Schools Near Me in El Cerrito, CA

We have 60 pre-k schools in El Cerrito, CA! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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Little Inti Daycare - Pre-school

711 Everett St El Cerrito, CA

< 1 mi

Our Home based daycare-preschool addresses each child individually. Our mission is to build confidence and love of learning, giving each child a solid foundation for a healthy and happy life. We are dedicated to helping each child discover their unique potential - academically, socially, and inter-personally. with loving. nurturing and caring environment. With over 23 years of experience, we have learned that each child is its own world and they need a more catered nurturing and love, we also know that our communication with the parents plays an important part to help in the development of the child.
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Keystone Montessori School is a preschool located in El Cerrito, CA that provides a stimulating environment for children ages eighteen months through Kindergarten based on the educational principles of Dr. Maria Montessori. Keystone's approach focuses on creativity, community, socialization, discipline, learning, safety, and integrity.

PRIDE & JOY PRESCHOOL, INC.

1226 Liberty St El Cerrito, CA

< 1 mi

Preschool
Child care
The Pride and Joy Preschool in El Cerrito, California offers childcare and education for two year old children through kindergarten. Their program provides activities that stimulate the children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth at their own pace. They also encourage the children to share, cooperate, explore, and make mistakes and try again.

West Contra Costa Unified School District

1422 Navellier St El Cerrito, CA

< 1 mi

West Contra Costa Unified School District located at 1422 Navellier Street, El Cerrito, California, offers childcare and learning services. The school opens from eight-thirty AM to four-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. They provide programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It also provides before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks.

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Ardyce Childcare & Preschool

FOOTHILL AVE RICHMOND, CA

5.0(4)

3 mi

starting at
$1785/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Ardyce Child Care & Preschool offers a safe, nurturing environment for children. We are inclusive and expose our children to kindergarten readiness curriculum.

Care Member says "My child has been with Ardyce since he was 5 mo old and now he is 2.5 years old. Ardyce has kind and nurturing personality, while also taking a lot of...

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GAN ILAN PRESCHOOL - TEMPLE ISAIAH

945 RISA RD LAFAYETTE, CA

5.0(3)

9 mi

starting at
$1382/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Reggio emilia
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Established in 1999, Gan Ilan, or “Garden of the Trees,” is Temple Isaiah’s cherished preschool, known by many as the number one Jewish day school in California. We cater to children ages 18 months to entering Kindergarten, prioritizing members of Temple Isaiah. At Gan Ilan, children engage in active learning through exploration and interaction with adults, peers, and their environment. We foster an environment where children can question, practice, and imagine, nurturing their curiosity and understanding of the world. Recognizing each child as a unique individual with their own developmental timeline, we celebrate and accommodate diverse learning styles in our curriculum design. Our play-based approach, led by great teachers, is dynamic, emergent, and intricately intertwined with Jewish customs and values, allowing students to excel and grow their skills and imagination.

Care Member says "Gan Ilan has truly blown us away. Our daughter absolutely loves Gan Ilan and has grown tremendously since having started this year. We are so...

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Sunshine House Martinez

4950 Pacheco Blvd Martinez, CA

5.0(1)

8 mi

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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 kids!" Sunshine House Preschool is a local, family-owned childcare business where your voice will be truly listened to. We care about our family of teachers and we care about you. In our high-tech world, you will find the personal touch you've been looking for to satisfy your daycare needs. Your child will enjoy the finest academic preschool *and* be cared for by passionate, attentive teachers. We highly value the trust you have placed in us and will continue building our esteemed reputation that is based on decades of preschool and child care experience. Our preschool learning program encompasses many learning theories and styles, but we are most proud of is our teaching staff. No matter how fine a preschool education program, it all boils down to the quality of the individual who is there each day to meet your child's needs, day-in and day-out. You can have confidence in an organization whose preschool staff's average tenure is a nearly unheard of 10 years! You can bet that didn't happen by accident. We are a year-round affordable preschool with open enrollment. Admission preference is given to friends and families of currently enrolled children. After that it is determined by application date and availability of child care.

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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The Orange House

LE ROY AVE BERKELEY, CA

5.0(2)

4 mi

starting at
$2740/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
In-Home daycare
We are currently full but we are enrolling for December 2025. We have space for fulltime (M-F) children who are over 23 months starting December 1. Thanks! The Orange House, now in our 18th year, offers a safe, fun, enriching home environment for young children. Our engaging, play-based toddler and preschool program includes daily indoor and outdoor playtimes, art projects, music and movement activities, lots of children’s literature and continuous learning through creative play and social interaction. We are conveniently located in Berkeley on the Northside of the UC Berkeley campus and provide full-time care M-F 8:00-5:30. We are here to support families with full-time work schedules by providing a stable home-away-from-home community for the children in our care. Children are welcome at The Orange House from their toddler years through preschool/TK, until they depart for kindergarten. Further enrollment details are available upon request; we are currently scheduling morning visits for openings in Dec 2025 and Jan 2026. Thank you!

Judit Z. says "We had both of our kids attend the Orange House between the ages of about 1.5 until about 4.5. I could not recommend the place more. It is much more than...

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Bright Future Early Learning Center

1515 CLAY ST STE 146 OAKLAND, CA

5.0(2)

8 mi

starting at
$1830/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
At Bright Future, we are proud to offer the children in our care an enriching, hands-on, developmentally appropriate environment that supports an early love of learning. We foster an environment of participation and partnership with parents and families and are proud of the community we have created. Bright Future is a play based early learning center caring for children between the ages of 3 months all the way until Kindergarten entry (5 years old). Please email info@brightfutureoakland.org to schedule a tour!

Nicole F. says "I sent my kids to Bright Future from infancy to preschool. It is a great place for working families in downtown Oakland. With a nursing room and really...

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7227 - La Petite Academy on Lakeside Drive

3891 LAKESIDE DR RICHMOND, CA

5 mi

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We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized curriculum in our infant care, toddler care, early preschool, preschool, Pre-K/Pre-Kindergarten, junior Kindergarten and private Kindergarten programs. Learn more about our educational daycare for infants and above, plus before- and after-school care, enrichment programs, summer camp, and Flex Care.
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7228 - GSA Richmond

1221 NEVIN AVE RICHMOND, CA

4 mi

We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized curriculum in our infant care, toddler care, early preschool, preschool, Pre-K/Pre-Kindergarten, junior Kindergarten and private Kindergarten programs. Learn more about our educational daycare for infants and above, plus before- and after-school care, enrichment programs, summer camp, and Flex Care.

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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Roughing It Day Camp

936 Dewing Avenue Suite G Lafayette, CA

10 mi

Roughing It is a Traditional All Outdoors Summer Day Camp for girls and boys aged Pre-K -16 at the Lafayette Reservoir. Since 1972, Roughing It Day Camp has been creating summer memories and we are celebrating our 45th year this summer. Campers at our 4&amp;8 Week Day Camp are grouped by grade and gender in small groups with an experienced adult counselor leading the group. They enjoy outdoor activities including horseback riding, swimming, fishing, canoeing, kayaking and other adventures! Our longer sessions allow campers to practice their skills, build lasting friendships and improve self confidence. We offer free transportation serving San Francisco, Lamorinda, Oakland, Berkeley, Walnut Creek, and the 680 corridor from Martinez to Pleasanton. Free extended care is available too!
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Magical Moments Child Care

218 S 9th St Richmond, CA

3 mi

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
At Magical Moments every child is important, our goal is to let every one of them know that there's a place for them at our home, regardless of their abilities. We provide an environment where children become independent, confident, lifelong learners with a strong sense of self. Our curriculum is designed to help support early math and literacy skills children need in order to be successful in kindergarten. Our curriculum includes: Art, yoga, gardening, science, Spanish and more. We believe that children should have fun and a safe environment where they can play and learn at the same time.
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Integem STEM, Art & Design Camp

1781 Rose St Berkeley, CA

4 mi

Camp Integem(camp.integem.com) is #1 AR camp for kids and teens (ages 5-18). Take summer camp... and make it magic. Camp Integem is a unique experience for K-12 students who love STEM, Art, Coding, AI, Design, Fashion, Animation, or Gaming to turn your imagination into cutting-edging designs. Teleport into your creation to experience the magic of your Holographic AR design and prepare you for future success, all the while having fun. Learn more at https://camp.integem.com. No prior computer, art or design knowledge is needed. Small classes with experienced instructors to provide personalized education. Students can select classes based on their grades: Grades K-1, Grades 1-3, Grades 3-5, Grades 5-8, and Grades 9-12. Students will learn holographic AR Coding, STEM, AI, Art, animation, game design, 3D modeling, fashion, design, interactive storytelling, space exploration, nature exploration and more. The camp alternates class time with indoor activities, and outdoor playtime to keep campers on their toes and having fun. Since 2018, we've taught K-12 students from more than 20 countries in-person or online. Thousands of students from over 200 local schools have joined our on-site programs in the Bay Area. We take safety seriously. During Summers 2020 and 2021, thousands of the Bay Area students have enjoyed our in-person summer camps, and none has reported a case of COVID-19. Spaces are limited to keep it fun, educational, and healthy.
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Three Little Monkeys Child Care

1689 Partridge Dr. Hercules, CA

6 mi

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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Lafayette Kids Cottage Preschool After School Care

3460 Monroe Ave Lafayette, CA

10 mi

Academic
Preschool
Lafayette Kids' Cottage is a licensed preschool, after-school care, and summer camp for children 2 1/2 through 10 years old. Hours are 8am-6pm, Monday through Friday. Program specializes in kindergarten preparation and active enrichment programs that include Music, Spanish, Dance/Theatre, Swim Lessons, and Sports. Lafayette Kids' Cottage provides a nurturing environment within a beautiful kid-friendly setting, with experienced, college-educated teachers. Families are able to extend enrollment from preschool through public school, since our program includes pick-up from several local elementary schools. This feature is well-suited for working families with multiple children seeking a whole-child approach in a healthy environment, and ease of evening pick-up routine. There is low turnover among both teachers and families, as many choose to enroll for 3-7 consecutive years. For more information or to schedule a tour, email the Program Director Grace Dixon, grace@lafayettekids.com, or call 925-286-6848. You may also visit our website at lafayettekids.com. California State License #073403940.
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Little Sprouts Learning House

1271 Page Court Pinole, CA

5 mi

Outdoor/nature
Preschool
We offer preschool classes for students, ages 3-5. Learning is based around gardening, art, music, and cooking. Students receive daily 1:1 time to develop letter, number, shape, pattern, and color recognition, as well as sight word development, and pre-blending and reading skills. Activities are chosen to strengthen visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning. The owner/teacher is a California multi-subject credentialed teacher with a M.Ed. degree.
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Mohini's Home Away From Home Daycare

5845 San Jose Ave Richmond, CA

3 mi

I, Mohini Sharma became a stay at home mom when I couldn't find a suitable daycare for my children. My goal is to provide a safe, hands on, in home care daycare which encourages children to discover, learn, imagine and play at their own pace, so that parents will have peace of mind knowing their child is great hands. I have opened my home to my daycare children to allow them to have a discovery kingdom. They are not limited to just a small space within the home. They have a large open space to play, learn, and grow within the comforts of "being home". The children are exposed to all learning materials needed to start kindergarten in a fun playful environment without even realizing they are learning. I take pride in what I do; I love children, and I love the fact that I am able to make a difference in their lives! The children of my daycare are kind, compassionate, motivated, intelligent, and ready to succeed in life!
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Garden Babies Wholistic Care

700 20th St. Unit A Richmond, CA

5 mi

Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Waldorf
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We have created a flexible Spanish immersion academic curriculum that includes watercolor painting, drawing, handcrafts, beeswax modeling, cooking, baking, puppet shows, and other artistic activities reveal the wonders of creativity to the children. Circle games, movement activities, and outdoor play increase the children's physical strength, agility, and grace. A feeling of security is nurtured in the shaded, graceful beauty of the kindergarten surroundings. Paired with an all organic diet, we help grow up happy, healthy, global citizens with the curiosity to explore and a passion for adventure. Come visit our little earthschool by the bay! Come visit our earthschool by the bay
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LePort Montessori Emeryville

1450 63rd Street Emeryville, CA

6 mi

Montessori
Preschool
Child care
Discover an authentic Montessori school in the heart of Emeryville. Our preschool campus offers programs for infants (3 months) through kindergarten (6 years), where children experience an authentic Montessori environment. Our trained teachers have created beautifully prepared spaces. They, together with the assistant teachers and after school staff, are a passionate group of educators eager to make your child's first school experience joyful and rewarding. Our loft-like spacious preschool building, a converted former warehouse, features purpose-built classrooms, with child-height sinks, small toilets, bright windows and direct access to the outside from each classroom. In the back of the building, secured from the street via fencing and sturdy stores, children play on a natural play area, complete with grass, a sandbox, and a hill with a slide. A rooftop deck excites children with gardening boxes and a tricycle path. Infants have a cozy separate play area all their own. On rainy days, all children enjoy access to an indoor gross motor area, complete with climbing wall, which is also a great place for active after school programs, such as yoga and gymnastics. For toddlers and preschool, you can choose between an English language Montessori program, or a Mandarin immersion program, where the entire Montessori experience is delivered in Mandarin Chinese. Infants experience a bilingual program (with both Mandarin-speaking and English-speaking staff). Whether you are an English monolingual, looking for a more global education, or a Chinese-speaker who wants to help your child to learn Chinese in a more joyful way, we invite you to discover Mandarin Montessori at LePort.

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Ardyce Childcare & Preschool

My child has been with Ardyce since he was 5 mo old and now he is 2.5 years old. Ardyce has kind and nurturing personality, while also...

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GAN ILAN PRESCHOOL - TEMPLE ISAIAH

Gan Ilan has truly blown us away. Our daughter absolutely loves Gan Ilan and has grown tremendously since having started this year. We are...

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Sunshine House Martinez

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...

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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in El Cerrito, CA

Pre-k programs in El Cerrito, CA offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in El Cerrito, CA, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in El Cerrito, CA typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in El Cerrito, CA programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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