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Find Trusted Pre-K Schools Near Me in Hercules, CA

We have 49 pre-k schools in Hercules, CA! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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Three Little Monkeys Child Care

1689 Partridge Dr. Hercules, CA

< 1 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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The Campbell Family Daycare

226 Cardinal Way Hercules, CA

< 1 mi

The Campbell Family Daycare is a small family childcare home and we watch no more than 6 children at a time. We like to keep our headcount low and generally have between 2-6 children in our care at one time (this head count includes my 4 year old daughter and infant son). It is my goal to provide children with a safe and nurturing home-like environment that allows for individual growth and a sense of self-accomplishment through learning. As a daycare provider, I promote learning through hands on play, discovery and repetition. I enjoy caring for children and am happy to open my home to prospective parents requiring daycare for their child(ren) on a part time or full time basis. The Campbell Family Daycare currently offers full time, part time and drop-in care for children ages 2 to Pre-K. Example Timeline of Daily Events For Ages 2+ 7:30 am Arrival and breakfast - washing hands, manners, helping clean up 8:30 am Free play - encouraged to use their imagination 9:30 am Circle Time - songs, sign language, dance, sharing, etc. 9:45 am Break 9:50 am Learning the alphabet, numbers, shapes and colors, etc. 10:00 am Break and snack - wash hands, manners 10:15 am Crafts - hands on 11:00 am Outdoor play - dressing oneself (maybe a hat or jacket), coordination, exercise 11:45 am Lunch - washing hands, manners, social skills, helping clean up 12:15 pm Free play - encouraged to use their imagination 1:00 pm Nap 3:30 pm Clean up, snack- wash hands, manners 4:00 pm Story time - active listening 4:30 pm Games, puzzles and songs, etc. - hands on, memorization 5:00 pm Free play - encouraged to use their imagination, wash hands Hours are from 7:30-5:30 pm Monday through Friday What people are saying about The Campbell Family Daycare: I have entrusted Jennie with my 2 year old and 5 month old on a regular basis and have always felt they are in the best of hands. I can leave knowing they will not only be safe and well attended to but also busy having a wonderful time. Jennie is nurturing, patient and loves to teach. I feel very lucky to have found Jennie. -The L Family I have dropped off my 3-year-old son to be watched by Jennie and he loved it! She is kind and patient with little kids. My son felt comfortable and safe while in her care. This made us (his parents) feel confident that our son was well cared for. We would use her again anytime! -The L Family Contact The Campell Family Daycare today to see how we can provide care for your child(ren).
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Preschool
Hansel and Gretel Daycare and Preschool in Hercules, 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 two to six years old.

Pillow Pre School

1702 Pheasant Dr Hercules, CA

< 1 mi

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Kindergarten
Preschool
Pillow Preschool provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Hercules, California, for kids from one to six years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the best start possible.

VALLEY PRESCHOOL & DAYCARE INC

1477 Willow Ave Hercules, CA

< 1 mi

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Preschool
Valley Preschool and Daycare, located in Hercules, California, is a Christian preschool that aims to provide a secure and learning environment for children. Since 1994, it has been serving children ages two to kindergarten. The Preschool has a maximum capacity of handling up to fifty-five children. Additionally, electives are offered here such as one-on-one basketball and soccer shots. Its operational hours is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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The Orange House

LE ROY AVE BERKELEY, CA

5.0(2)

9 mi

starting at
$2740/mo
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Preschool
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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Little Angels Preschool

1350 AMADOR ST VALLEJO, CA

5.0(4)

7 mi

starting at
$1213/mo
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
We are a small intimate center, and we offer a kind teaching environment. We work with the children to prepare them for moving onto kindergarten. So, we teach reading and writing, we count our numbers, we also teach computer skills as the children get older. Included are simple bible stories with a prayer at mealtimes. We are teaching our children it is nice to be nice. Children attending Little Angels have the fun of learning through play in a nice safe environment.

Megan C. says "Absolutely amazing! Easiest transition for high separation anxiety child. I could not be more happy with my son being here! I recommend them to everyone. "

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Ardyce Childcare & Preschool

FOOTHILL AVE RICHMOND, CA

5.0(4)

7 mi

starting at
$1785/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
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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Sunshine House Martinez

4950 Pacheco Blvd Martinez, CA

5.0(1)

6 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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7227 - La Petite Academy on Lakeside Drive

3891 LAKESIDE DR RICHMOND, CA

4 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

7 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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Integem STEM, Art & Design Camp

1781 Rose St Berkeley, CA

10 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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Mohini's Home Away From Home Daycare

5845 San Jose Ave Richmond, CA

7 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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Magical Moments Child Care

218 S 9th St Richmond, CA

7 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
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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Little Sprouts Learning House

1271 Page Court Pinole, CA

1 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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Garden Babies Wholistic Care

700 20th St. Unit A Richmond, CA

7 mi

Waldorf
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Cooperative
Academic
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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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Teacher Kay's Alphapals Preschool

1499 N Camino Alto Vallejo, CA

9 mi

Teacher Kay's Alphapals Preschool (formerly Creative Beginnings) offers a quality preschool and summer camp program in Vallejo, California. Teacher Kay s Alphapals Preschool is a fun and effective program that facilitates learning through animals with fascinating factual stories, the American Sign Language, positive affirmations for each animal letter, and fun interactive activities for each letter. Your child will love all the animals from A to Z and will learn 26 positive I messages in the process. Through this unique program, children will have an effective way to learn the alphabet and phonics through sight, sound and motion! The school provides children ages 3 to 6 years with a safe and nurturing learning environment and developmentally appropriate curriculum with lots of hands-on learning activities. The School's hours are from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM with a Lunch Bunch option until 1:30 PM, Tuesday thru Friday. Teacher Kay s Alphapals Express Summer Program starts June 22 through July 30, 2015. Teacher Kay makes learning fun! Your child will learn a letter a day in this fast pace express program designed to prepare your child for transitional kindergarten, kindergarten or as a review for your child. In this accelerated program there will be lots of fun and interactive activities around a weekly theme, meet Teacher Kay s Alphapals , learn positive affirmations and the American Sign Language from A to Z plus practice writing their letters and coloring the Alphapals . Sign-up for 1 week or all 6 weeks! Space is limited so register early!

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Little Tots Family Daycare

53 Canterbury Cir Vallejo, CA

4.0(1)

8 mi

I give children in my care opportunities to learn in a family-like setting where they can feel safe and loved, and begin to build a positive self-image. Your child will have the opportunity to gain practice in fine motor, large motor, and self-help skills. Preschool aged children will learn the basic skills needed for entry into Kindergarten. (Also accept children with special needs.) . Services Provided: - Hot meals and snacks, - Flexibility of schedule and services, - Toilet training assistance, - Kindergarten preparation, - Homework assistance, - Indoor/outdoor play, - Variety of activities including arts/crafts, - Safe, clean, learning, and fun environment for all children, - Child Action and County assistance accepted. Location: Ascot / Columbus Parkway, License #483009273.

Patricia E. says "I had a great experience with this center but I move out of the area."

Wright Family Child Care

210 Kingston Court Martinez, CA

6 mi

We provide care for all age children. Before &amp; After school as well as throughout the day. I teach preschool and pre K, 3 days a week. The preschoolers take occasional filled trips. We help with homework and reading daily. We have extended care hours. And a summer program, we take at least 3 to 4 fill trips per week.We have a large park like backyard with bark as a base. I provide all the meals and snacks. I do have animals on the premises, 2 dogs 2 cats, all up to day with shots. As well as various other animals.
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Little Dreamchasers Academy

2511 Highgate Dr Richmond, CA

4 mi

Little DreamChasers Academy is family daycare/ preschool that provides a fun, safe, play-based environment with structure. Kindergarten readiness, a stimulating learning environment with a focus in hands on learning experiences for children ages 6 months to 5 years old has been the ongoing goal. Daily we serve organic fresh meals (breakfast, A.M. snack, lunch, P.M. snack and dinner occasionally). 6 week summer program included!

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Recent pre-k school reviews from local parents in Hercules, CA

Pre-K Schools in Hercules, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 49 listed pre-k schools

The Orange House

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...

- Judit Z.

Little Angels Preschool

Absolutely amazing! Easiest transition for high separation anxiety child. I could not be more happy with my son being here! I recommend them...

- Megan C.

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...

- Care member

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

Pre-k programs in Hercules, 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 Hercules, 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 Hercules, 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 Hercules, 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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