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Recent child care center reviews in Lafayette, CA

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

Meme's Daycare

5.0

We love Meme ! My grandson adores her ! She is kind, loving and patient. We are truly blessed to have her in our lives.

- Adrianne D.

Day Sunday's Care

5.0

Two of my children attended 30 years ago & most resent my grandson. The kids check in & dont want to check out. Very fun, learning, caring, nuturing, safe enviroment.

- Mz. R

Concord Child Care Center Inc.

5.0

I have volunteered at CCCC for many years now, and they are amazing!!! Especially in the infant/toddler building. So loving and caring!

- Brandi B.

Gymboree Play & Music / Oakland-Lakeshore Avenue

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.

Child care centers in Lafayette, CA

Creative Hearts

Creative Hearts

914 Piute CT, Walnut Creek, CA

We follow an earth schooling curriculum similar to that of Waldorf education, the learning process is essentially threefold, engaging head, heart, and hands-or thinking, feeling, and doing. We ask questions and treat each little like a child who knows the answers and wants to think for themselves,...

Oakland Garden School - Maybelle Avenue

Oakland Garden School - Maybelle Avenue

4012 Maybelle Avenue, OAKLAND, 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...

Peekadoodle Academy Of Danville

Peekadoodle Academy Of Danville

2425 Camino Tassajara, Danville, CA

Peekadoodle Academy is a part time, school day, or full time preschool program that fosters independent and creative thinking through guided exploration and play-based activities. Open to children 2 years and older, the Academy centers its curriculum on the whole child through cognitive,...

Creative Montessori Preschool

Creative Montessori Preschool

1350 Moraga Way, Moraga, CA

We specialize in Early Childhood Education guided by the principles of Maria Montessori. Our new students are word of mouth... parents telling other families about the high quality academics, tenured teachers and beautiful environment. We accept children starting at age 2 thru age 5 and include a...

We are a Montessori Christian school for children 2-6 years old. All the children in our care are nurtured to develop an awareness of God's love and concern in all areas of our lives. Our curriculum is developed to help children learn to live together, to share, to cooperate and to grow...

Sunshine House

Sunshine House

4950 Pacheco Blvd, Martinez, CA


Oak Knoll Young Explorers

Oak Knoll Young Explorers

3500 Oak Knoll Blvd, Oakland, CA

We're not just a daycare...We're a discovery haven for toddlers, preschool and kindergarten-aged children to learn through exploration and self-guided play. Our curriculum consists of Montessori-style practices and reggio-inspired methods and is creatively delivered through STEAM (STEM) activities....

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


Meme's Daycare

Meme's Daycare

722 Ruth Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA

5.0

(1)

Hello! My name is Meme and I am a licensed childcare provider and I have my own home daycare. I have worked in other daycares for about 7 years and I have had my own daycare for more than 10 years. I love working with children and take my job very seriously to provide children the best care,...
5.0
"We love Meme ! My grandson adores her ! She is kind, loving and patient. We are truly blessed to have her in our lives."

Adrianne D.


Day Sunday's Care

5157 Fleming Ave, Oakland, CA

5.0

(1)

5.0
"Two of my children attended 30 years ago & most resent my grandson. The kids check in & dont want to check out. Very fun, learning, caring, nuturing, safe enviroment."

Mz. R


Concord Child Care Center Inc.

1360 Detroit Ave, Concord, CA

5.0

(2)

5.0
"I have volunteered at CCCC for many years now, and they are amazing!!! Especially in the infant/toddler building. So loving and caring!"

Brandi B.


Gymboree Play & Music / Oakland-Lakeshore Avenue

3433 Lakeshore Avenue, Oakland, CA

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.


THE CREEK provides the opportunity for young people to grow in all areas of development: social, emotional, physical and cognitive. We believe that youth need quality programs that provide supportive learning activities, positive peer and adult interactions, activities that promote confidence...

Tudorka Tots

12000 Campus Dr, Oakland, CA

Tudorka Tots is a non-profit childcare center located in Oakland, California. Its Campus Drive branch opened in 2010. The center is licensed to give care and education for infants up to four-year old children. It has Infant Program, Toddler Program, Preschool Program, and Early Kindergarten Program....

GUIDING LIGHT MONTESSORI, LLC

GUIDING LIGHT MONTESSORI, LLC

2041 OAK PARK BOULEVARD, PLEASANT HILL, CA

Located in Pleasant Hill, Guiding Light Montessori offers a location that is convenient for families from Martinez to Walnut Creek. It is a place where children truly can become the “guiding light." They will be able to explore and ignite their curiosity and imagination in a prepared environment....

Kid Time, Inc

Kid Time, Inc

1942 LINDA DRIVE, PLEASANT HILL, CA

We are a play based program that serves ages 4-12. We spend our days doing hands on, child-led activities, and spend most of our time outside! All of our teachers are right in the mix with the children, getting just as messy, sweaty, and tired as they do each day!

Ephesian Children's Center

1907 Harmon St, Berkeley, CA

Ephesian Children's Center located in Berkeley, CA provides comprehensive child development services, enrichment activities and children's exposure to adventure, excitement, and fun activities. The center offers age-appropriate curricula including Reading development skills, Writing development...

Lakeshore Children's Center

3534 Lakeshore Ave, Oakland, CA

Lakeshore Children's Center in Oakland, 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 of all ages.

Kidstop

1 Corritone Ct, Pleasant Hill, CA

Kidstop at Gregory Gardens Elementary is a children's center is conveniently located at 1 Corritone Ct, Pleasant Hill, CA that offers licensed before and after school program. Their facility features a secure and stimulating environment and dedicated staff at affordable rates.

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