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Pre-K Schools in Hayward, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools

Wishing Well Daycare

I love this daycare.. best daycare ever!! I been taking my daughter Alazay for a year now and its been great . She loves it at daycare and...

- JENNIFER R

Lean On Me ChildCare

My son started with Lean On Me Child Care when he was 3months we kept him there till he was 5. He loved Ms. Charleen, she provided a safe...

- Janet

Kids Konnect Preschool

Our son has been with Kids Konnect since he was 5 months old. Since the moment we toured Kids Konnect we knew it was the perfect place for...

- Brianna

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Safari Kid Hayward 2 - Hesperian

26236 Adrian Ave. Hayward, CA

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
International
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
+ 3 more
"Safari Kid an International chain with more than 50 locations worldwide, founded in 2005, offers research based customized Toddler, Preschool, Kindergarten, After School and Summer camp Programs! Safari Kid's early childhood education programs are customized for the learning curve of each child and develop critical...
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Arco Iris Childcare

23730 Fairlands Rd Hayward, CA

Arco Iris Child Care provides licensed care for infants and toddlers in a loving environment. We build important cognitive skills that will help them with early literacy and success in Kindergarten. We Inspire children to become active participants in our diverse neighborhoods and communities. Our daily routines are filled with...
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Wishing Well Daycare

474 Elmhurst Street Hayward, CA

5.0(4)
-We are fully licensed family child Day and Night care home -Services provided 24 hours, day 7 days a week! -Women owned & operated. -First Aid and CPR Certified. -We provide healthy nutritious meals, snacks, and USDA Approved Homemade meals provided! -All caregivers and volunteers undergo federal and state background...

JENNIFER R says "I love this daycare.. best daycare ever!! I been taking my daughter Alazay for a year now and its been great . She loves it at daycare and always wants...

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SAFARI KID - HAYWARD

26236 ADRIAN AVE HAYWARD, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1000/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Child care
Preschool
+ 2 more
Our key focus is on the whole child. Our proprietary preschool curriculum is inspired by the best components of Montessori methods and Reggio Emilia philosophy. Each child’s learning experience is determined by their learning abilities rather than age, allowing each student to realize their full potential at their own...
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Safari Kid - Hayward

26236 Adrian Ave Hayward, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
International
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
+ 3 more
Safari Kid an International chain with more than 50 locations worldwide, founded in 2005, offers research based customized Toddler, Preschool, Kindergarten, After School and Summer camp Programs! At Safari Kid, we believe in creating a learning environment, which facilitates in fostering a lifelong passion for learning and...
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Lean On Me Childcare / Preschool . Two Openings available!! We are currently accepting all ages ranging infants to 5yrs of ages. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday 6 a.m. to6 p.m. Lean On Me Childcare is a fully licensed day care. Conveniently located to 880 freeway/92/ between Jackson and Winton exit. Over 15yrs...

Janet says "My son started with Lean On Me Child Care when he was 3months we kept him there till he was 5. He loved Ms. Charleen, she provided a safe and learning...

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Children's Choice Educare

185 W Harder Rd Hayward, CA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Children's Choice Educare in Hayward, California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for families and kids from three to four years old, Pre-K, and Kindergarten.
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Husd Child Development Center-Palma Ceia

27679 Melbourne Ave Hayward, CA

Preschool
In-Home daycare
Child care
The Hayward, California Unified School District Child Development Center-Palma Ceia offers childcare and education for pre-kindergarten children. They offer a play-based curriculum that provide holistic activities that stimulate the children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth at their own pace.
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Buttafllys Playcare

347 Laurel Ave Apt.b B Hayward, CA

Buttafllys Playcare has openings for infants, toddlers and after school care Drop-in service Part time / full time opening. Flexible hours available(Early Mornings & Evenings) Contact number: 510-274-5241 across the street from Hayward adult school and cherryland elementary, major freeways (880 and 580), and ,Near to Hayward...
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A New Aurora Day Care

1624 Ward St Hayward, CA

A New Aurora Daycare is the place for you. The environment is wonderful. It's not only a daycare but a place where your kids will spend their time learning as well. 3 things I can guarantee: Your child will be safe, healthy, and learning as it goes. Daily different schedule. Healthy meals. I have my CPR , First Aid....
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Kidango

31410 Wheelon Ave Hayward, CA

Preschool
Child care
Kidango in Hayward, California offers childcare, early education, child development ,and family services for infants through kindergarten. Their programs advocate inclusion, school readiness, identifying and helping high risk populations, and encouraging social, emotional, and cognitive development of children. They also offer...
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Kids Konnect Preschool

1600 Bancroft Ave San Leandro, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
We offer children age 4 months to 5 years a stimulating environment to learn and develop through a play-based curriculum at our infant center and preschool in San Leandro. We're open every weekday from 7am - 6pm and with various tuition options, we will be able to help build a care plan ensuring your family comes first. At...

Brianna says "Our son has been with Kids Konnect since he was 5 months old. Since the moment we toured Kids Konnect we knew it was the perfect place for us. The teachers...

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ADVENTURE MONTESSORI ACADEMY

4101 PLEIADES PL UNION CITY, CA

5.0(6)

State license verified

starting at
$1400/mo
Montessori
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
+ 3 more
A Preschool and Kindergarten in Union City, CA, running successfully since 30+ years, providing Montessori Style Early Childhood Education. Currently serving children age 2 through 6 years. For us, every child is unique and our amazing teachers know that care starts with making one-on-one connection with each child so...

Care Member says "Staff is very much accommodative of the personal requests based on kids personality and behavior. This helps kids adapt easy to the new day care...

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SPARKLE MONTESSORI INC.

37211 FREMONT BLVD FREMONT, CA

5.0(3)
starting at
$1450/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
International
Academic
Faith based
+ 6 more
Sparkle Montessori Preschool: Nurturing Young Minds from 18 Months to 6 Years Old At Sparkle Montessori Preschool, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing and enriching environment for children aged 18 months to 6 years old. Our carefully designed programs cater to the unique developmental needs of each age group, fostering...

Care Member says "A wonderful daycare with excellent teachers who offer enriching learning experiences and fun activities for the kids. The school also provides balanced...

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Learn And Play Montessori School - Dublin Silvergate Campus

11900 SILVERGATE DR DUBLIN, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1850/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Academic
International
Cooperative
+ 5 more
Schedule Your Tour Today: https://www.learnandplaymontessori.com/dublin-san-ramon/school-tours/ Preschool, daycare (childcare), and kindergarten near you. Best-in-class, STEM-focused, the Montessori way. Enrolling now. Your child deserves Montessori! Our best-in-class preschool in Sunnyvale, California, is for children ages...

Care Member says "Enrolling my son in this school was one of the best decisions I've made. The attentive teachers not only educate but also instill a love for learning....

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SHOOTING STARS PRESCHOOL

7156 REGIONAL ST DUBLIN, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1800/mo
Montessori
Academic
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
+ 1 more
Shooting Stars preschool's program has been designed keeping the individual child’s academic success in mind. We believe that every child deserves a right to succeed in school, not just in Kindergarten but all the way to college and beyond. The foundation for that academic success can be laid only when the child as young as 2...

Care Member says "My son has attended Shooting Stars for two years now, and the way the teachers here have helped him grow and blossom is immeasurable. So very shy in the...

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Kids Konnect Preschool

8800 Fontaine Street Oakland, CA

5.0(3)
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kids Konnect offers fantastic childcare in Oakland for children aged 2-6. We have two other awesome preschools in the Bay Area: Pacifica and San Mateo. Our emergent play-based curriculum for pre-kindergarten, and preschool children is highly rated by our parents and allows us to ensure every child reaches their potential....

Kate says "I fully endorse Kids Konnect! There was something not quite right with my kid's previous school which was a montessori. From his first day, he settled right in...

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Adventure Montessori Academy, LLC

4101 Pleiades Place Union City, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
International
Academic
Faith based
+ 5 more
Preschool and Kindergarten in Union City, California, providing Early Childhood Education since over 30 years! New owners took over this school this year and they are doing everything to ensure all the great things that brought the school to this stage, are retained, while anything that can be better are looked into and...

Srikanth says "Adventure Montessori is clean, well maintained and has a great staff. We are happy with our child's progress on learning new things, improved writing and...

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Kids N Art

2511 Kilpatrick Ct San Ramon, CA

5.0(2)
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
In-Home daycare
Kids N' Art is a home preschool program. Kids N' Art is a play based program with an emphasis on art, creativity, socialization, music and movement, science, and kindergarten readiness. Weekly Themes, Letters, numbers, and all learning experiences are done through crafts, arts, stories and play. Credentialed teacher, Debra,...

Angie K. says "Ms. Debra is amazing!! She's warm, gentle, loving, compassionate. Her program was perfect for stay-at-home parents or parents who work 1/2 day. Ms. Debra...

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Learn And Play Montessori School - Dusterberry (Fremont)

4511 PERALTA BLVD FREMONT, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1695/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Academic
International
Cooperative
+ 5 more
Schedule Your Tour Today: https://www.learnandplaymontessori.com/dusterberry-fremont/school-tours/ Preschool, daycare (childcare), and kindergarten near you. Best-in-class, STEM-focused, the Montessori way. Enrolling now. Your child deserves Montessori! Our best-in-class preschool in Sunnyvale, California, is for children...

Care Member says "This is the first ever daycare our kid went to and we are so glad we were able to get him in here. The teachers very friendly and caring. 2months in,...

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

Pre-k programs in Hayward, 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 Hayward, 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 Hayward, 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 Hayward, 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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