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Rising Sun Montessori School
5.0
Truly is a special place, the Teachers are top notch, vary caring, fully accredited and love their profession. You really have to visit this wonderful preschool.
- Gloria P
St Mark's Nursery School
5.0
Amazing preschool. The director and teachers are true professionals, masters of their craft. The kids have fun and learn a lot too. And they learn not just academic things.... but more importantly, they learn how to handle social situations. The teachers are amazing and just by observing how they...
- Lisa B
Lafayette Nursery School
5.0
Lafayette Nursery School is a wonderful introduction to school. Two of my children have attended, and have blossomed at this school. I love the play-based curriculum so they can be creative and learn to problem solve. I love the Directors, who are amazing with parents and children alike, teaching us...
- Meredith M
Celia's Family Day Care
5.0
We are so grateful that we found Celia. She is, what I consider, one of the greatest blessings in our life. Our daughter was at Celia's for 2 years (ages 3 - 5), and our son has been with her since he was 8 weeks old. He will start Kindergarten next fall. It is a leap a faith when we leave our...
- KIMBERLY W
Childtime of Martinez, CA
5.0
We started my son at Childtime in preschool and now he is in T-K. We have loved their program. The teachers are amazing.
- Summer E
Preschools in El Cerrito, CA
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...
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...
Caterpillar Daycare Monday through Friday
3 months to 5 years
* CPR, First Aid & Preventative Health
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....
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...
The School of Arts & Sciences is a smaller Duck's Nest. It is specifically designed to encourage your child's emotional and developmental growth towards independence.
The smaller campus allows us to focuses on group dynamics which help your child to sharpen his or her skills to transition smoothly...
5.0
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We are a Montessori Preschool with a capacity of 35 children. We have two classrooms available for 2 to 3 and 3 to 5 yr olds. We are a bilingual preschool sharing the Spanish language with all our children. Our staff of 5 Teachers all are all completely devoted to sharing love and knowledge to all...
5.0
"Truly is a special place, the Teachers are top notch, vary caring, fully accredited and love their profession. You really have to visit this wonderful preschool."
Gloria P
5.0
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St. Mark's Nursery School in Orinda, 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 five years old.
5.0
"Amazing preschool. The director and teachers are true professionals, masters of their craft. The kids have fun and learn a lot too. And they learn not just academic things.... but more importantly, they learn how to handle social situations. The teachers are...
Lisa B
5.0
(1)
Lafayette Nursery School - The biggest difference between us and most of the other schools you'll find in the area is that we're a parent cooperative. That means this is your school as much as your child's. You will participate in the classroom and give your energy and ideas to it. You'll play as...
5.0
"Lafayette Nursery School is a wonderful introduction to school. Two of my children have attended, and have blossomed at this school. I love the play-based curriculum so they can be creative and learn to problem solve. I love the Directors, who are amazing with...
Meredith M
5.0
(1)
Celia's Family Day Care located in El Sobrante, CA provides a home-like setting in a nurturing environment that fosters caring, sharing, and respect for one another. The center offers Infant Care and Preschool Preparation programs including indoor and outdoor activities.
5.0
"We are so grateful that we found Celia. She is, what I consider, one of the greatest blessings in our life. Our daughter was at Celia's for 2 years (ages 3 - 5), and our son has been with her since he was 8 weeks old. He will start Kindergarten next fall. It is...
KIMBERLY W
Childtime of Martinez, CA
6635 Alhambra Ave, Martinez, CA
5.0
(1)
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults...
5.0
"We started my son at Childtime in preschool and now he is in T-K. We have loved their program. The teachers are amazing."
Summer E
Gymboree Play & Music / Oakland-Lakeshore Avenue
3433 Lakeshore Avenue, Oakland, CA
Costimate: $286/wk
5.0
(1)
Gymboree Play & Music-Lakeshore Avenue, located in Oakland, California, is an early education facility that offers various academic and enrichment programs designed to provide holistic learning experiences and support overall development. The company offers its services to children between the ages...
5.0
"I love this place! I worked with a delightful special needs boy and the staff went above and beyond to help him learn!"
Yvette B
5.0
(1)
Small World Montessori School in Richmond, 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 child care for families and kids of all ages.
5.0
"Good looking day care from 7am to 5 pm Monday to Friday."
Meena
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Pauline I have been in business since 1999. I am dedicated to helping each child reach his/her full learning potential while they are in my care. Your child's need are always a priority. Each child is given adequate love and attention.
I offer two meals and two snack, outdoor play,...
5.0
"My daughter started when she was just 9 weeks old and she just turned 1 year last week! Miss Pauline has been very attentive since day 1 and she would always ask or confirm with us before introducing new things/food to baby. She always makes sure that we are all on...
Julie
5.0
(1)
Toot-A-Lou Family Daycare is a state and city-licensed child care facility that offers early care and learning programs geared towards young children. Located in Richmond, California, the company implements the Mother Goose Curriculum, which uses play-based activities and experiences to support...
5.0
"I sent my daughter to Lorie's when she was 5 months old. My daughter is now 4 and still talks about Lorie! She was absolutely wonderful then and still is now with my second baby! Lorie and Ani provide a loving engaging environment, with healthy meals. We get daily...
Jenna E
Forest Hills Preschool Inc., located in Martinez, California, is an early education provider that was established in 2000. It serves children ages three months to five years. The Preschool offers Infant and Toddle Program, Preschool Program, and Prekindergarten. Additionally, after-school programs...
2.3
(3)
MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
Every child is important; it's our goal to let every one of them know that there's a place for them at our center, regardless of their abilities.
Happy Lion Day Care Center, Inc. provides a unique opportunity for families, an inclusive child care setting with individualized...
5.0
"My Daughter started happy Lion when she was almost three years old and newly diagnosed with autism. Before my husband and I found Happy Lion I was given a 5 page list by Coco for kids of different daycare's in the area San Pablo and Richmond. Going down the list...
Eleana E
Sequoia Nursery School is a state-licensed child care center that offers early care and education programs for preschool children. Located in Oakland, California, the company admits kids between the ages of three to five years old. The company implements a theme-based curriculum that features...
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,...
Skytown Parent Cooperative Preschool located in Kensington, CA offers early childhood education for children ages eighteen months through kindergarten-ready. The school uses play-based, emergent curriculum allowing children to develop at their own pace and grow socially, emotionally, physically, and...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in El Cerrito, CA
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in El Cerrito, CA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in El Cerrito, 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 El Cerrito, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in El Cerrito, CA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in El Cerrito, 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 El Cerrito, CA.
How can I find a preschool near me in El Cerrito, CA?
When looking for a preschool near you in El Cerrito, 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 El Cerrito, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.