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Preschools in Berkeley, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

Patty's Family Daycare and Preschool

We entered our daughter in Patty's Family Daycare 8 months ago when she was 7 months old, and we couldn't be happier with the care and...

- Marc G.

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.

STEP ONE SCHOOL

The teachers and staff are amazing. They care very much about the children. It's a special place and special environment!

- Anne P.

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Building Kidz of Berkeley - Under 10 Spots Left!

1450 6TH ST BERKELEY, CA

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
International
Reggio emilia
Waldorf
+ 6 more
🌟 **Discover the Joy of Learning at Building Kidz School!** 🌟We invite you to experience firsthand how we nurture young minds through our unique "whole child" philosophy. Discover the joy of learning at Building Kidz School! At Building Kidz School, we’re dedicated to fostering creativity and growth in children aged 2-6. Our...
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Patty's Family Daycare and Preschool

2820 MABEL ST BERKELEY, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$2400/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
In-Home daycare
Day Care
Patty’s Family Daycare and Preschool. Goal is to ensure that each child feels nourished and well cared for children in different age-appropriate activities to stimulate their curiosity and developing minds, as well as developing their first gross motor skills. We love to make sure they are engaged with all the activities we do...

Marc G. says "We entered our daughter in Patty's Family Daycare 8 months ago when she was 7 months old, and we couldn't be happier with the care and attention our...

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The Orange House

LE ROY AVE BERKELEY, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

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...

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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STEP ONE SCHOOL

499 SPRUCE ST BERKELEY, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Established in 1981, we've spent the last 40 years creating a truly diverse environment where all children feel safe and are loved. We hire and retain amazingly talented, educated and inspired teaching staff and have over a 1/3 of an acre of outdoor space (including organic gardens and water features)

Anne P. says "The teachers and staff are amazing. They care very much about the children. It's a special place and special environment! "

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Panoramic Learning Academy

1614 ALCATRAZ AVE APT C UNIT C BERKELEY, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1700/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
In-Home daycare
Panoramic Learning Academy takes a personalized approach to understanding each child's needs and providing appropriate support. By asking these questions to parents, we can tailor our program to better meet the individual needs of each child in our care. This level of attention and consideration can make a significant difference...

Care Member says "My daughter was so, so happy at PLA with Miss Renée; it was amazing to watch her bloom and thrive during her time there. Renée and the rest of the staff...

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Frog Hollow Nursery School

1635 Jaynes St Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
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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Caterpillar Kids Daycare

906 Channing Way C Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Special needs
Preschool
Child care
Caterpillar Daycare Monday through Friday 3 months to 5 years * CPR, First Aid & Preventative Health

Care Member says "My son (15m) is lucky enough to go to CKD. I cannot say enough good things about them. They are so warm and loving. My son eats wonderful meals and gets...

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Preschool
Child care
Woolly Mammoth Childcare & Preschool is a full-year, full-time childcare center providing care to infants and preschoolers up to five years of age from 8:00am to 5:30 pm. Founded in 1987, they provide high quality care for children in a loving and stimulating environment.

Care Member says "Both our kids went to Woolly, younger one is still at Woolly. My son, age 4 then, refused to be picked up by us at mid day on his first day at Woolly,...

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ROSEMARIE'S MOTIVATIONAL PRESCHOOL

1141 BANCROFT WAY BERKELEY, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Casey Y. says "theyve been very accomadating i have select times with my child and they allow me to balance that they do alot of learning activites which has expanded his...

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Integem STEM, Art & Design Camp

1781 Rose St Berkeley, CA

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...
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Angel Academy

2215 Marin Ave Berkeley, CA

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Waldorf
Preschool
Angel Academy serves children and their families in the most loving and present way. We are based upon a heart-centered pedagogy: Helping the children find their breath, love their emotions, and stand in their freedom. Our teachers have over 15 years of experience in holistic pedagogy, such as Waldorf philosophy and Montessori...
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Camp Integem - Martin Luther King Middle

1781 ROSE ST BERKELEY, CA

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Kindergarten
Day Care
+ 1 more
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Angel Academy

2215 Marin Avenue Berkeley, CA

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Waldorf
Preschool
+ 2 more
Angel Academy was founded by me, Halimah Harden. I'm an an educator, speaker, and storyteller. I'm a graduate of Florida s honor liberal arts college, the New College of Florida. From Waldorf education and the Reggio Emilia Approach to mindfulness in education, my pedagogical studies are vast. I've worked as a lead preschool...
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Nia House Learning Center

2234 9th St Berkeley, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Child care
Nia House is inspired by the pioneering work of Dr. Maria Montessori. Nia is a Swahili word, meaning purpose. The purpose of our "house" (a reference to Dr. Montessori's "Children's House") is to provide a program that meets the needs of all children. We believe that given a properly prepared environment the natural unfolding of...
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Golden Gate Learning Center

1450 6TH ST BERKELEY, CA

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
Please reach out to Director@goldengatepreschool.com or 5105254841. visit our school website: https://goldengatepreschool.com
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WOOLLY MAMMOTH CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL

1333 UNIVERSITY AVE BERKELEY, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1710/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Child care
Woolly Mammoth has been serving families in Berkeley for over 30 years. Woolly Mammothis a full- year, full- time childcare center which provides care for children 12 months to 5 years old. We are committed to providing the highest quality care for children in a loving and stimulating environment. We ensure that each child...
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Color ME Children Preschool

1141 Bancroft Way Berkeley, CA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Color ME Children Preschool was established in 1993 to serve the families in Berkeley, California. It offers a nurturing and motivating educational environment that supports the children's growth and developmental needs. The school provides age-appropriate activities that stimulate the children's desire to learn and enable them...
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Sunshine Pre-School

1035 Grayson St Berkeley, CA

Preschool
Child care
Sunshine Preschool located at 1035 Grayson Street, Berkeley, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It provides programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school is open from seven AM to six PM,...
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Mustard Seed Pre-School Inc

1640 Hopkins St Berkeley, CA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Mustard Seed Preschool, Inc, is a non-denominational, non-profit, Christian preschool located at 1640 Hopkins Street, Berkeley, California. The school provides a play-based learning environment for children 18 months to 5 years, where experienced staff meet children’s individual needs and interests, allowing them to explore and...
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Sprouts Preschool

1910 Hopkins St Berkeley, CA

Preschool
Child care
Located at 1910 Hopkins Street, Berkeley, California, Sprouts Preschool is a small, play-based preschool that provides a warm and safe environment. The school can accommodate 14 children with 2 teachers to attend to their individual needs. Sprouts Preschool is open from Monday through Friday, 8:30 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Berkeley, CA

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Berkeley, CA. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Berkeley, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Berkeley, CA, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Berkeley, CA.

When looking for a preschool near you in Berkeley, CA on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Berkeley, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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