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We have 60 preschools in Orinda, CA! Compare and find the best preschool to fit your needs.

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Preschools in Orinda, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

Orinda Afternoons

We love Orinda Afternoons! It gave my kids exactly the kind of summer that I dreamed of giving them. They got to spend the day in the great...

- Dana S

St Mark's Nursery School

Amazing preschool. The director and teachers are true professionals, masters of their craft. The kids have fun and learn a lot too. And...

- Lisa B.

Uptown Little Birds Micro School & Day Care

I highly recommend this school and day care. I know when I drop my son off, that he is in great hands. He receives healthy home cooked...

- Luna

Top Preschools Near Orinda

Orinda Afternoons

103 El Toyonal Orinda, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Orinda Afternoons is a family daycare in the hills of Orinda, providing the highest quality care for children ages zero to three. Orinda Afternoons provides a warm and professionally staffed care environment - complete with a dedicated playroom and art studio, climbing gym, sandbox, thriving organic garden and play structure....

Dana S says "We love Orinda Afternoons! It gave my kids exactly the kind of summer that I dreamed of giving them. They got to spend the day in the great outdoors with a...

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St Mark's Nursery School

451 Moraga Way Orinda, CA

5.0(1)

Preschool

Kindergarten

Child care

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.

Lisa B. says "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...

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Holy Sheperd Christian Preschool

433 Moraga Way Orinda, CA

The Holy Sheperd Christian Preschool in Orinda, California is a child care provider for children from infants to pre-kindergarten age. Their age-appropriate play activities and Christian education allow the children to express themselves and stimulates their cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth. They have...

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The Orinda Preschool

10 Irwin Way Orinda, CA

Preschool

Child care

The Orinda Preschool located at 10 Irwin Way, Orinda, CA is a parent participation preschool and a transitional kindergarten that offers 2's, 3's, 4's, and Transitional Kindergarten play-based programs. The school provides comprehensive curricula focusing on children's physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development.

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St. John Preschool

501 Moraga Way Orinda, CA

Preschool

Child care

The St. John Preschool in Orinda, California offers childcare and preschool education for young pre-kindergarten children. The program provides activities that stimulate the children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth. The activities teach the children through their own initiated activities, rather than through...

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Uptown Little Birds Micro School & Day Care

500 William Street 123 Oakland, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Reggio emilia

Academic

Outdoor/nature

Montessori

Developmental (play-based)

+ 4 more

Uptown Little Birds Micro School and Day Care provides a safe learning environment in a small, safe, warm family environment that promotes creative exploration of the world, education, health, nutrition, and safety along with individualized attention from experienced professionals. We are a small one-classroom private school,...

Luna says "I highly recommend this school and day care. I know when I drop my son off, that he is in great hands. He receives healthy home cooked meals, a tailored...

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The Children's Garden

1612 Morton St Alameda, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic

Outdoor/nature

Developmental (play-based)

Preschool

In-Home daycare

A Bilingual Preschool Program (Spanish). Established in Alameda since 1991. School Hours - Monday thru Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 18 months - 4 years old. Fresh, hot, nutritious meals daily. Beautiful home setting with extensive organic gardens. Excellent references. Testimonials on Berkeley Parents Network. License No....

Troy C. says "As parents, we are incredibly grateful to have found a school/childcare as loving as Mary's school--The Children's Garden. Our daughter has been attending...

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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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Keishna's Kiddie Corner

8220 Golf Links Rd Oakland, CA

5.0(7)

Keishna's Kiddie Corner 24/7 Childcare and Transportation Program offers a safe, nurturing environment where your child will get the attention and care that he or she deserves. We provide a home away from home and strive to make sure each child's individual needs are met. We provide childcare and transportation for children...

Jashanae H. says "My daughter is 19 months and has only been at Keishna's Kiddie Corner for a little while but I am already seeing improvements in her speech . She is...

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Sunshine House Martinez

4950 Pacheco Blvd Martinez, CA

5.0(1)

Child care

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...

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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Little Explorers Preschool

68th Ave Oakland, CA

5.0(2)

Special needs

Academic

Cooperative

Reggio emilia

Outdoor/nature

+ 2 more

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...

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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Kids Konnect Preschool

8800 Fontaine Street Oakland, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

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....

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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Jumping Lollipops Infant Care

3001 Woodlawn Dr. Walnut Creek, CA

5.0(4)

I am a certified preschool teacher with years of experience in Art and working with children in many different areas. I opened my own preschool with the mission of creating an environment that ONLY focuses on transparency and giving love to the kids and their families. Unlike other daycares that have millions of hidden fees (!)...

Rachel K says "Choosing a daycare provider for my son was one of the most stressful decisions, but I'm so happy we chose Miss Delaram and Jumping Lolipops. She genuinely...

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Diamond Little People Academy, Llc

955 12th Street Oakland, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Greetings! We are excited to announce our large family child care program, enrolling toddlers and preschool ages (www.diamondlittlepeople.com)! We have been honored to open a program, offering a new place for your child to experience a fun, safe, and inspirational environment! Children thrive by learning through play...

Marisa M says "The caregivers at DLPA are always happy to see my child when she arrives. They are loving, artistic, organized, fun and silly. I'm constantly impressed...

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PILLAR KIDS CHILDCARE

3538 GOLDEN GATE WAY LAFAYETTE, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at: $1800/mo

Developmental (play-based)

Reggio emilia

Preschool

Child care

Pillar Kids is a safe, clean, fun environment for children to create, investigate, and build relationships. Pillar Kids caters to the unique needs of your child, with low educator-to-child ratios that allow for intentional, individualized learning. We support children’s learning through our environment and experiences that...

Care Member says "Our family is so happy we found Pillar kids! The staff are warm and approachable and have made a beautiful environment to play and grow. Our child...

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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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Kids 1st Daycare

2469 66th Ave Oakland, CA

5.0(1)

Full-time, hourly and weekend care (with notice). Tutoring, Backyard fun, Before and after school care, Pick ups and drop offs, overnights, Holidays and drop in care, Parents Night Out. Mothers Day Out (job interviews, last minute appointments, holiday shopping). We provide cooked meals, And healthy AM and PM snacks.

Tisha K. says "My kids have been going there for over a year and they enjoy it. Their hours are longer then most and Tisha is a blast to laugh and talk with."

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Rincon De Luz

Campbell Street Richmond, CA

5.0(2)

Rincon de luz is an Spanish immersion, play-based daycare. RDL focuses on nurturing relationships based on empathy and self expression. We believe in nurturing environment where children feel secure, respected, and cared for. Children will take part in planned, active learning experiences to build their readiness skills and...

Renee says "Our daughter has been here almost two years. We are delighted with the entire experience from engaging, creative, active experiences everyday to knowing that...

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E.B. Rock Family Daycare And Preschool

1220 103rd Ave Oakland, CA

5.0(5)

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...

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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Thomas Family Child Care

1732 Buena Vista Ave Alameda, CA

5.0(1)

My name is Sheree Thomas and I am the child care provider for Thomas Family Child Care in Alameda, CA. Thomas Family Child Care is now enrolling for the fall. I have space for four children between the ages of 12 months - 4 years old, and two spots for school age children. What I can offer: I will provide a safe environment...

Angel P. says "I had a really hard time finding care in Alameda that I felt comfortable with. You have to trust your gut when you meet with care givers. When I met Sheree...

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Orinda, CA

In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Orinda, CA?

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

What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Orinda, CA?

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

How can I find a preschool near me in Orinda, CA?

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

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Find Trusted Preschools Near Me in Orinda, CA

Recent preschool reviews from local parents in Orinda, CA

Orinda Afternoons

St Mark's Nursery School

Uptown Little Birds Micro School & Day Care

Top Preschools Near Orinda

Orinda Afternoons

St Mark's Nursery School

Holy Sheperd Christian Preschool

The Orinda Preschool

St. John Preschool

Uptown Little Birds Micro School & Day Care

The Children's Garden

Soana Lauti Daycare

Keishna's Kiddie Corner

Sunshine House Martinez

Little Explorers Preschool

Kids Konnect Preschool

Jumping Lollipops Infant Care

Diamond Little People Academy, Llc

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Frog Hollow Nursery School

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Rincon De Luz

E.B. Rock Family Daycare And Preschool

Thomas Family Child Care

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