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Recent child care center reviews in Hercules, CA

Happy Lion Day Care Center, Inc.

5.0

I love this day care. Staff is so caring and the director is very helpful and knowledgeable. The director mentioned that the building is being renovated. I can't wait to see the new building.

- Care member

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.

Woolly Mammoth Childcare

5.0

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, he wanted to stay there the whole day. My daughter, aged 1.5 then, "ran" in without even saying bye on her 5th day. Woolly is full of love and...

- Care member

Gummi Bear Childcare

5.0

She is a great daycare provider.she helps with their homework as well and they go to after school help and have a fun time in the summer.My kids love ms.kim.

- Sabrina M.

Small World Montessori School

5.0

Good looking day care from 7am to 5 pm Monday to Friday.

- Meena

Child care centers in Hercules, CA

Gymboree Play & Music / El Cerrito Plaza

Gymboree Play & Music / El Cerrito Plaza

704 El Cerrito Plaza, El Cerrito, CA

Gymboree Play & Music has been fostering creativity and confidence in children ages birth-5 for over 41 years. Today there are several hundred locations in multiple countries, making us the global leader in early childhood development programs. Designed by experts, our age-appropriate activities...

Magical Moments Child Care

Magical Moments Child Care

218 S 9th St, Richmond, CA

At Magical Moments every child is important, our goal is to let every one of them know that there's a place for them at our home, regardless of their abilities. We provide an environment where children become independent, confident, lifelong learners with a strong sense of self. Our curriculum is...

Nia House Learning Center

Nia House Learning Center

2234 9th St, Berkeley, CA

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...

Angel Academy

Angel Academy

2215 Marin Avenue, Berkeley, CA

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....

Orkidz Preschool

Orkidz Preschool

1370 Marin Ave, Albany, CA

Orckids Preschool believes that children need stability, continuity, and predictability in their lives. We found the primary goal of our program in the belief that young children are active participants in their learning process, they learn through their own experiences with trials and errors,...

STEP ONE SCHOOL

STEP ONE SCHOOL

499 SPRUCE STREET, BERKELEY, CA

Starting at $1600/mo

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...

Sunnyside Family Daycare

Sunnyside Family Daycare

334 Wildrose Circle, Pinole, CA

Sunnyside Daycare has recently been established as a family owned child care center that is located in a quiet and safe suburb of Pinole Shores. I am a California State Licensed provider with CPR certification. In addition, my years of experience as a nurse will ensure that your child will receive...

Little Angels Preschool

Little Angels Preschool

1350 Amador Street, VALLEJO, CA

Starting at $1213/mo

We are a small intimate center, and we offer a kind teaching environment. We work with the children to prepare them for moving onto kindergarten. So, we teach reading and writing, we count our numbers, we also teach computer skills as the children get older. Included are simple bible stories with...

Angel Academy

Angel Academy

2215 Marin Ave, Berkeley, CA

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...

Happy Lion Day Care Center, Inc.

Happy Lion Day Care Center, Inc.

2929 Castro Road, San Pablo, CA

3.9

(7)

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
"I love this day care. Staff is so caring and the director is very helpful and knowledgeable. The director mentioned that the building is being renovated. I can't wait to see the new building. "

Care member


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.


Woolly Mammoth Childcare

2300 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA

5.0

(1)

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.
5.0
"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, he wanted to stay there the whole day. My daughter, aged 1.5 then, "ran" in without even saying bye on her 5th...

Care member


Gummi Bear Childcare

1920 Carlson Blvd, Richmond, CA

5.0

(1)

5.0
"She is a great daycare provider.she helps with their homework as well and they go to after school help and have a fun time in the summer.My kids love ms.kim."

Sabrina M.


Small World Montessori School

4555 Hilltop Dr, Richmond, CA

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


Small World Montessori SC

4450 Meadowbrook Dr, El Sobrante, CA

5.0

(1)

5.0
"My grandchildren's went to this school. Good teaching method., well educated teachers, I was happy and will recommend to parents to have a tour and see themselves."

Khezran A.


Kids Corner Learning Center

Kids Corner Learning Center

716 Appian Way, EL SOMBRENTE, CA

At Kids Corner we plant the seeds for early learning. Our goal is to provide a place where children learn the wonders of the world and teachers prepare the next generation for future success. We focus on the individual child and how s/he lives within a group, and believe in strong connections with...

Golden Gate Learning Center

Golden Gate Learning Center

1450 SIXTH ST, BERKELEY, CA

Please reach out to Director@goldengatepreschool.com or 5105254841. visit our school website: https://goldengatepreschool.com

Located in Berkeley, California, Golestan Center For Language Immersion and Cultural Education provides a preschool program that teaches Iranian Language and culture to children ages 2 to 5 years old. The center implements a full immersion program where children become native Persian speakers....

WOOLLY MAMMOTH CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL

1333 UNIVERSITY AVE, BERKELEY, CA

Starting at $1710/mo

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....

Sunshine Learning Center Inc

127 Midhill Rd, Martinez, CA

Sunshine Learning Center, Inc. is a child care and learning facility established in 1997 to serve the families living in Martinez, California. It provides a safe, nurturing and healthy place where children can learn, play, explore and discover. It also provides age-appropriate learning materials and...

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