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Find Trusted Pre-K Schools Near Me in San Leandro, CA

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

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Kids Konnect Preschool

1600 Bancroft Ave San Leandro, CA

5.0(3)

< 1 mi

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 Kids Konnect, our unique and welcoming environment is a place for your toddler, preschool or pre-kindergarten child to experience the world around them in a fun, stimulating and engaging way. STEAM subjects (science, technology, arts, engineering and math) are at the heart of our curriculum, ensuring your child gets the start they deserve. Our friendly preschool staff practice intentional teaching. If your child is wild about butterflies one week and dinosaurs the next, then we'll take those interests to guide curriculum. This approach makes learning engaging and fun!

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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St.James Christian Schools

993 Estudillo Avenue San Leandro, CA

< 1 mi

Our program here at Saint James Christian Pre-School is to be a ministry to young children and their families based on the belief that each child is a unique gift. We are committed to fostering the continuous growth and development of each child, while respecting his/her right to be different. This includes working with the children and offering many opportunities for challenge and success. Our goal here at Saint James Christian Pre-School is to provide an enriched learning environment which fosters the maximum possible growth for a child, spiritually, mentally, physically and socially. Our staff is highly trained and will promote a healthy self-image by allowing a child as much freedom of choice and expression as possible. Here at Saint James Christian Pre-School the &quot;free-flow&quot; based program offers opportunities for fostering independence, creativity, and self-esteem that comes from knowing unconditional love. The child has the freedom to make choices in an environment that has been designed especially for him/her.. The areas of learning within the classroom consist of: Bible stories, prayer, art, language, arts/pre-reading, block building, dramatic play, science corner, manipulative area, pre-math and a snack cooking area. In the mornings, we offer a Pre-Kindergarten program to aid a child's transition into Kindergarten. We also offer a two-year-old program designed especially for the young toddler. We do not require that children be potty trained in this program. They must be potty trained for the Preschool. Enrollment Saint James Christian Pre-School is open to all children between the ages of two (2) through five (5) years old. The Pre-School is non-denominational and children of all ethnicities, religion, and cultures are welcomed. Register by submitting an application form with a $100.00 registration fee. Applications are available at the Pre-School office. As space becomes available, applicants are accepted following an interview between child, parent and Supervisor. It will be determined at that time if the child is ready to benefit from our Pre-School experience. Ratio: We maintain a high staff to child ratio of 6:1. Organization Saint James Christian Pre-School is a ministry at Saint James Lutheran Church. We are a non-profit, tax exempt California organization. It is licensed by the State Board of Health.
Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
Smart Start Child Care located at 1005 Castle Street, San Leandro, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from six-thirty AM to five-forty-five PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and after- school activities.

Sahar says "This review is based on our experience with Smart Start, where our daughter has been cared for for the past three years. Putting my daughter in daycare was...

Brenda O

1140 Kentwood Ln. San Leandro, CA

5.0(2)

2 mi

My name is Brenda, but my children call me Nina. I have been providing loving childcare for over 25 years from my safe and secure San Leandro home. I enjoy working with children and helping them to grow and develop through interactive play and group outings. While in my home your child will be provided with quality care, meals, snacks and will begin learning the basic skills necessary to prepare them for kindergarten. I currently have Monday through Friday full time openings available and will be accepting new children ages 0 - 5 years in February. Evening or weekend childcare may be available on occasion once your child has become comfortable and established in my home. I do accept 4C's and the Davis Street Childcare Assistance programs. Please contact me for more information and to schedule an interview. I look forward to meeting you and your child.

Jennifer L. says ""As a working mother, it's hard to find a place that can provide a comfortable and secure environment; however, I found that place with Nina's Kids Day...

The Principled Academy

2305 Washington Ave Ste A San Leandro, CA

< 1 mi

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The Principled Academy in San Leandro, California offers preschool education to prepare children for primary school by setting the stage for the children to become life-long learners. They provide an environment where children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth are encouraged with fun, hands-on activities. These include a lot of activities in music, arts and crafts, dramatic play, science, phonics , pre-math, and pre-reading.

Adventure Time Corvallis

14790 Corvallis St San Leandro, CA

2 mi

Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
The Corvallis School of Adventure Time located in San Leandro, CA is a state-licensed before and after school day care facility offering services to children from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. They offer a variety of special activities such as Halloween Fun Day.

Beth Sholom Pre-School

642 Dolores Ave San Leandro, CA

< 1 mi

The Beth Sholom Preschool is located in San Leandro, CA. They accept Jewish and non-Jewish children from ages 2 to 6 years old. They aim to provide friendly and nurturing environment that fosters your child’s mental, social, emotional and physical growth. They educate their students with hands-on activities that inspires curiosity and growth.

Adventure Time James Madison

14751 Juniper St San Leandro, CA

2 mi

Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
Adventure Time James Madison located in San Leandro, CA is a before and after school day care program located on elementary school campuses for children in Kindergarten through 6 Grade. The center has a comprehensive program to promote the creative and social development of the children.

BROADMOOR PARENT PARTICIPATION NURSERY SCHOOL

951 Dowling Blvd San Leandro, CA

< 1 mi

Preschool
Child care
Broadmoor Parent Participation Nursery School located at 951 Dowling Boulevard, San Leandro, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from eight-thirty AM to two-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and after- school activities including summer camps and winter breaks.

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Noah's Ark Preschool

1699 Orchard Avenue San Leandro, CA

< 1 mi

Noah's Ark Preschool is a ministry of Christian Life Church. We provide a a safe haven for preschool children ages 2 to 5 years old. We opened in 1996 with a mission to help young mothers and families to provide a safe and loving home away from home. The children learn through play in a Christian preschool setting. Children learn social skills, academic skills needed to prepare children for kindergarten. Children do not have to be potty trained. We will be happy to work with you and help you with potty training. Tuition includes potty training, meals, and lots of loving care. We provide special events such as field trips to the pumpkin patch, zoo, and fairyland. We bring in community helpers and guest speakers to talk to children and parents. We also have a MOPS group at the preschool, and women ministry for the women at the church. It's a great place to grow for everyone in the family. I would love to meet you! Sherry C.

E's Bumble Bee's Learning Center

1200 Kentwood Lane 712 San Leandro, CA

2 mi

E's Bumble Bee's Learning Center. Ages of Children New Born-5 years. Look No Further your Childcare needs are solved. Hours of Operation 6 am - 6 pm. I'm very flexible, I work around your schedule. Monday-Friday Overnight Care Available. Full Time/Part Time Schedules are welcomed. My Mission E's Bumble Bee's Learning Center is a Licensed Home Daycare Center. My Mission is to provide a safe, affordable, loving, supportive, high quality Childcare. I support families in thief efforts to reach their goals. I pride my centers focus on the individual needs of each child, And to provide a program that will prepare the children for lifelong learning. Activities occur in a healthy, positive, relaxed environment. My center will stay consistent. I pride myself into going to trainings and keeping sharp on my curriculum making sure my kids are getting the best of the best. I accept all federal funded programs, 4c's, Childcare Links, Childcare Community Services. And if you aren't on any subsidized programs have no fear program arrangements will be made to accommodate you, discount given to families who enroll multiple children. YES, I DO POTTY TRAIN!!!! YES, YOUR CHILD WILL BE KINDERGARTEN READY!! NO PET &amp; NO SMOKING ZONE!!!! Certifications: I was an Infant Toddler Teacher for 3 years, and I worked in the Preschool Setting for 3 years. Pediatric Infant, Toddler and Adult CPR, First Aid, Preventive Health Certified. I believe in Parent partnerships, I'm here to help you follow through with your goals. I'm very vigilant in my children supervision at all times, I have a wonderful healthy food menu; I provide Breakfast Lunch and 2 Snacks. I'm very organized and I have proper regulations for my center. I take what I do very seriously and I want you to understand your child is receiving elite care. I have an open door policy. I encourage all parents to ask questions, because if you have a question, I have an answer. To schedule a tour please call Elexis N (510) 383-0209. Blessings. I look forward to meeting with you.
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Weebit Preschool And Daycare

2845 Santa Clara Ave Alameda, CA

5.0(4)

7 mi

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 Weebit Preschool and Daycare, we blend Montessori principles with a play-based approach to create a well rounded program that supports every child's growth and development. Our lesson plans are carefully crafted to build strong foundations in preschool and kindergarten readiness, encouraging curiosity, independence, confidence, and leadership in each child. Our home-based, licensed facility is equipped with two classrooms that include age-appropriate learning materials, and a spacious outdoor play area that has dedicated spaces for gardening and hands-on science experiments. At Weebit, we emphasize developmentally and culturally appropriate practices to foster inclusion, celebrate diversity, and ensure every child feels seen and supported. Weebit's curriculum nurtures the whole child across key developmental factors including social-emotional skills, language and literacy, cognitive and logical thinking, visual and performing arts, physical development, and science exploration. We look forward to welcoming your family to a safe, happy, and engaging community where children love to learn and play.

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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Bright Future Early Learning Center

1515 CLAY ST STE 146 OAKLAND, CA

5.0(2)

9 mi

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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Little Explorers Preschool

68th Ave Oakland, CA

5.0(2)

7 mi

Academic
Montessori
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
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Warm greetings, Little Explorers Preschool focus is to provide a stimulating, diverse, safe, nurturing environment that builds lifelong skills that encourages each child to ask questions to set children up for success in kindergarten and beyond for all children ages 1 to 6 years of age. Little Explorers Preschool is a private home-base facility. Our location is equipped with age appropriate activities and educational materials, spacious outdoors area and space for gardening project. Our program covers the foundation in the domains of Social-Emotional Development, Language and Literacy, Cognitive, Logical, Visual and Performing Arts, Physical Development and Science. We exercise our program by promoting developmentally and culturally appropriate Practice to bring awareness to diversity. Our mission, vision and strategy- here at Little Explorers Preschool, is we believe that all children are individuals with a unique character and potential. We believe teachers need to see every child's glass as half full and this requires knowing each student as an individual and being tenacious in trying to discover and understand their unique potential. Our preschool curriculum is inspired by Reggio Emilia and Montessori approach, we have a comprehensive approach to educating and enriching the whole child. We implement the child's interest and lead in our everyday curriculum, we believe this is where the beauty of learning begins. Our vision is to strive and spend quality teaching time with each child, and in return develops close child-teacher bonds of affection, trust and respect. If you are interested in learning more or visiting facility please email us at www.little.explorers2020@gmail.com We look forward connecting with you Provider's Note: I am a very understanding person who is easy to communicate with your families unique needs. You can read more from other families would had a child attend Little Explorers Preschool.

Lara K. says "Our family has been lucky to have had Teacher Tara a part of our every day lives for the past 3 years, one year when she was lead teacher at Oakland Garden...

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Wishing Well Daycare

474 Elmhurst Street Hayward, CA

5.0(4)

8 mi

-We are fully licensed family child Day and Night care home -Services provided 24 hours, day 7 days a week! -Women owned &amp; 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 check. -Daily activities Pre-kindergarten - crafts. -On site private playground. -We accept all government funded programs. -Serving ages 0-12 Years of Age We are very near to the BART Hayward Subway Station , Near the post office and the Police station, very safe &amp; clean neighborhood, and we are very near to the freeway cross highway 880 and highway 92 &amp; 101 Call us today for an interview appoitment!

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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E.B. Rock Family Daycare And Preschool

1220 103rd Ave Oakland, CA

5.0(5)

2 mi

E.B. Rock Family Daycare and Preschool - our responsibility is to work in partnership with parents to provide a safe, affordable, and high quality in a nurturing environment. In doing so we support families and special needs of the child. Our goal is to strengthen the bridge between your work and family life by creating a special place that supports them both. Ages: Infants thru Kindergarten Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. - We are a Licensed Large Family Daycare - We are Open Year Round - We are First Aid and CPR certified - Fingerprint Clearance - Early Childhood Education/Experience - Meal Served (Breakfast, Lunch and Two Snacks) - Accept Subsidized Program Location: - We are located on a quiet street in Oakland - We provide a clean and spacious play/classroom area which is filled with books, manipulative, puzzles, blocks, dramatic play, musical instruments and most of all your little ones imagination. - Our huge fenced yard/playground has an area for children to ride bikes, play balls, climbing and sliding down the play structure, or simply just relaxing in the playhouse. - We also have toys and balls for our infants and toddlers to enjoy themselves while in/outdoor. - check out our philosophy, goals and reviews/recommendation from parents on our website: ebrockfamilydaycareandpreschool.weebly.com - Facebook.com/ebrockfamilydaycareandpreschool Please feel free to give us a call today to set up a tour to see if we are the right fix for your little one. License #: 013422081

Glenda B says "I'm more than happy to give this daycare a five star review. The love, respect, and care that is given to both the children and parent is outstanding. My...

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Kids Konnect Preschool

8800 Fontaine Street Oakland, CA

5.0(3)

3 mi

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. Parents are welcome anytime with our open-door policy and we make sure to keep our tuition affordable and accept childcare assistance. We have a huge range of resources and toys as well as a large outdoor play area. Our kids love the slide!

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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Ivette's Child Care

1514 FERNSIDE BLVD ALAMEDA, CA

5.0(4)

4 mi

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
In-Home daycare
Welcome to Ivette’s Family Child Care, where nurturing little hearts and minds is our passion! With over 33 years of experience, our licensed home daycare provides a warm, safe, and loving environment for your child to learn, grow, and play. With a focus on personalized attention, pre-school curriculum, and creative activities, we aim to encourage your child’s curiosity and development while giving you peace of mind. We look forward to being a part of your family’s journey and supporting your child's early education in a caring and supportive setting. https://ivettesdaycare.com/

Care Member says "My child has been with Ivette for a little over a year. I love the structure of Ivette&#39;s program--she offers a different theme every week with...

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Kids N Art

2511 Kilpatrick Ct San Ramon, CA

5.0(2)

10 mi

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, has over 30 years of experience working with children of all ages. She runs this exciting, educational program out of her SR home. This part time only program is available for children M-Th. 8:30am-1:00pm.

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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The Nest

1st. Castro Valley, CA

8 mi

Hello there potential parents/caregivers! Nurturing environment centered upon kindergarten ready program that's home based. The best of both worlds.1:5 teacher to student ratio with social experience. 7-8 am early drop off available.* Thanks for checking in.

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

Pre-K Schools in San Leandro, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools

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

Smart Start Child Care

This review is based on our experience with Smart Start, where our daughter has been cared for for the past three years. Putting my...

- Sahar

Brenda O

"As a working mother, it's hard to find a place that can provide a comfortable and secure environment; however, I found that place with...

- Jennifer L.

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

Pre-k programs in San Leandro, 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 San Leandro, 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 San Leandro, 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 San Leandro, 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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