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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...

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Gwiggles Preschool Llc

My son has been attending Gwiggles Preschool since November 2018 and he loves it there!! We have been VERY impressed with the teachers...

- Kristin K.

Oak Center Little People Academy

100% would recommend this place! I trust this team with my whole heart and soul. Both of our children have gone here and it is one of the...

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Ardyce Childcare & Preschool

FOOTHILL AVE RICHMOND, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$1785/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
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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Gwiggles Preschool Llc

701 China Basin St. San Francisco, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

Hello! Gwiggles currently has availability for children ages 3- 5 years old. Our hours and rates are as follows: Full time (Mon - Fri) 8:30am to 5:30pm $675 a week Pick up and drop off times are flexible. Temporary, Part time, and Drop in care are available on a limited basis. Families who enroll their child full time...

Kristin K. says "My son has been attending Gwiggles Preschool since November 2018 and he loves it there!! We have been VERY impressed with the teachers Tessa and Tina....

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Oak Center Little People Academy

1324 ADELINE ST OAKLAND, CA

4.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$2600/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Welcome to Oak Center Little People Academy! 🌳 We are a 501(c)3 non-profit offering a play-based preschool program for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Our curriculum is all about sparking children's love for learning, not just teaching them. Every child, teacher, and parent is a treasured part of our unique community,...

Care Member says "100% would recommend this place! I trust this team with my whole heart and soul. Both of our children have gone here and it is one of the most...

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Broadway Children'S School Of Oakland, Inc.

394 ADAMS ST OAKLAND, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
ALL OF OUR PROGRAMS ARE PART-TIME, either 2 or 3 days per week, with specific schedules listed below. At Broadway Children's School, our play-based programs reflect the belief that every child is unique and special, and we nurture and encourage that sense of individuality so that each child will develop within his or her own...

Jill E. says "My daughter Autumn started in the PACT program. So 3.5 years at Broadway. We were looking for a easy flexible beginning to school for her and wanting to...

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Cosmos Montessori

22 Ford St San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

We are a very small Montessori school in San Francisco that serves children between 12 months to 3 years old. We help children to learn how to become independent, inquisitive, confident, self-motivated, and peaceful human beings in the world. We believe that our responsibility is to cultivate an enriched community where the...

Keith T. says "Our son has been with Miho from 1-3 yo. At the start, we were hesitant about being apart from him for the first time, but felt the opportunity for his...

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HAPPY LION DAY CARE CENTER, INC.

2929 CASTRO RD SAN PABLO, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Academic
Special needs
International
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
+ 4 more
Preschool 2.5 to 5 years old & School Age to 18 years old Happy Lion Day Care Center, Inc. takes pride and honor in providing early intervention programs for preschool and school age children who demonstrate unique learning styles. Our rich classroom environment is tailored-made to facilitate students independence in learning...

Rolanda A. says "They are very compassionate and they love kids. They are really looking out for the best interest of the children."

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Building Kidz of Berkeley - Under 10 Spots Left!

1450 6TH ST BERKELEY, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Montessori
International
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
+ 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...

Anna B. says "We have loved the community and environment for our son at Building Kidz"

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GAN ILAN PRESCHOOL - TEMPLE ISAIAH

945 RISA RD LAFAYETTE, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1382/mo
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
+ 3 more
Established in 1999, Gan Ilan, or “Garden of the Trees,” is Temple Isaiah’s cherished preschool, known by many as the number one Jewish day school in California. We cater to children ages 18 months to entering Kindergarten, prioritizing members of Temple Isaiah. At Gan Ilan, children engage in active learning through exploration...

Care Member says "Gan Ilan has truly blown us away. Our daughter absolutely loves Gan Ilan and has grown tremendously since having started this year. We are so...

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Señorita's Preschool

SoMa Mission Bay San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
+ 1 more
Bilingual, micro center preschool program for infants to kindergarten-age children. Our program focuses on kindergarten readiness and we're experts when it comes to creating curriculum and activities to help your child thrive! Daily lessons are hands-on and include STEM activities, phonics, cooking projects, arts and crafts,...

Emily K says "I can't say enough wonderful things about Señorita's Preschool (shoutouts to Ms. G and Ms. Maya!). My son, who is a little over two), recently participated...

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Gwiggles Preschool LLC

701 CHINA BASIN ST SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$2700/mo
Academic
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
+ 1 more
Gwiggles is a family-run early childhood education program providing in-home preschool services for children 3.5 years and older. We also have an in-home location across the street from our preschool for children 3.5 years or younger. The class size for our older group is no more than 12 children and our class size for our...

Care Member says "We enrolled in Gwiggles in May 2022, just before our girl turned 2. She was the youngest at the time and the head teacher created a welcoming...

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LITTLE ANGELS NURSERY SCHOOL

610A CORTLAND AVE SAN FRANCISCO, CA

4.0(6)

State license verified

starting at
$2700/mo
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
+ 2 more
Little Angels Nursery school is a small community based school that partners with parents to provide the best loving caring and nurturing environment for the children. We offer a play based, Reggio Emilia curriculum that is inspired by the children's interest. We also focus on outdoor play, music, Yoga and field trips as part of...

Care Member says "LANS is a wonderful daycare and preschool that offers the kiddos lots of amazing opportunities to get outside, work on their developmental skills, and...

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Weebit Preschool And Daycare

2845 Santa Clara Ave Alameda, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

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...

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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Soana Lauti Daycare

3735 Laguna Avenue Oakland, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

I have been a licensed daycare provider for over 10 yrs. I do offer a preschool curriculum in a small learning pod environment for ages 2-4 yrs old. This allows children to have a personal learning experience and plenty of 1 on 1 time with staff. We also do arts and crafts on some days, take walks in the neighborhood, give free...

Jessica C says "Soana and her family are simply the best! My baby girl started at Soana's when she was 1 year old and only left because we moved out of the area when she...

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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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OPEN MINDS PRESCHOOL AND AFTERSCHOOL

2162 MOUNTAIN BLVD OAKLAND, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Academic
Reggio emilia
International
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
+ 3 more
Open Minds draws inspiration from the renowned Reggio Emilia approach, aiming to create a nurturing and stimulating environment that caters to the individual strengths and needs of each child. Our approach is deeply rooted in the belief that children are capable, resourceful, and full of potential, and we strive to provide them...

Nicolas P. says "We give them a 5 for their Reggio Emilia approach to education. They are focused oh the individual child and their interests. They are great."

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Oakland Community Montessori School

4100 Redwood Rd, Ste 20A OAKLAND, CA

5.0(2)
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Preschool
In-Home daycare
At OCMS, we’re reimagining early childhood education as a space for liberation, cultural affirmation, and joyful discovery. We offer a warm, in-home learning environment where children ages 18 months to 4 years are deeply seen, supported, and empowered to grow into confident, compassionate thinkers. Our approach is inspired by...

Care Member says "We've had our daughter enrolled in OCMS for close to a year now and we've been impressed with her development in several areas. OCMS offers something...

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Sami's Daycare

4381 Fran Way RICHMOND, CA

5.0(1)
starting at
$1600/mo
Academic
International
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
+ 1 more
Looking for a nurturing environment where your child can thrive? At Sami’s Daycare, we combine years of professional expertise with a heart for childcare. With 6 years of experience working in diverse daycare and preschool settings, Sami provides a curriculum-based approach tailored to every child's needs. Our facility...

Care Member says "I am honored to recommend this daycare, a place that consistently shows genuine care, patience, and dedication to every child who walks through its...

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STS. PETER AND PAUL-LAURA VICUNA PRE-KINDERGARTEN

660 FILBERT ST SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Located in the heart of North Beach, the Pre-K was established in 1987 to inspire an early love of learning and prepare children for kindergarten. Our teaching team utilizes a variety of teaching methods to create a safe and stimulating environment in which children can develop their intellectual, physical, social, emotional and...

Kristen V. says "We stumbled upon Laura Vicuna while looking for a preschool in the area and am so glad we found this gem in the North Beach neighborhood. My son attended...

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Russian Hill School

2026 DIVISADERO ST SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1793/mo
Academic
Waldorf
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
+ 2 more
Serving San Francisco for over 40 years, Russian Hill School is an early childhood education program that addresses the social, emotional and educational needs of children between the ages of three and six through an innovative arts and project-based curriculum. This unique school delivers an environment where kids engage their...

Ashley B. says "I've had 2 children go through the RHS program (preschool) They absolutely love this school. The staff is fantastic. Innovative and new thoughts with the...

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CANNON, JANET

4778 DAVENPORT AVE OAKLAND, CA

5.0(4)
starting at
$1950/mo
Cooperative
Reggio emilia
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
+ 2 more
We are the School House Kids! We laugh, we dance, we sing, we paint, we garden, we harvest, we bake, we PLAY! Play is the work of children. We use BEST PRACTICES as our guiding philosophy in early education. We are located in the Laurel and Redwood Heights Neighborhood, easily accessible from high way 13 or from 580. We...

Care Member says "Schoolhouse Kids is run by a wonderful group of caretakers. They keep us posted on the daily activities and are great with communication with our...

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Emeryville, CA

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Emeryville, 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 Emeryville, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Emeryville, 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 Emeryville, CA.

When looking for a preschool near you in Emeryville, 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 Emeryville, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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