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Bright Future Early Learning Center
5.0
I sent my kids to Bright Future from infancy to preschool. It is a great place for working families in downtown Oakland. With a nursing room and really healthy foods and snacks. That kids can support one another in growing and learning in a play based environment with a mix of ages learning from one...
- Nicole F.
COLIBRI PRESCHOOL
5.0
I have two children that have attended for three years each. When I drop them off I know they are safe, loved, learning and having fun!
- Julia 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.
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
Child care centers in Oakland, CA
5.0
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At Bright Future, we are proud to offer the children in our care an enriching, hands-on, developmentally appropriate environment that supports an early love of learning. We foster an environment of participation and partnership with parents and families and are proud of the community we have...
5.0
"I sent my kids to Bright Future from infancy to preschool. It is a great place for working families in downtown Oakland. With a nursing room and really healthy foods and snacks. That kids can support one another in growing and learning in a play based environment...
Nicole F.
5.0
(3)
Colibrí is a Spanish Immersion Preschool in Oakland, CA founded by two teachers who wanted to share the love for their Latin American language and culture with the children and families of our community.
We are a warm and loving community that promotes an environment where children become...
5.0
"We have been part of the Colibri community for about six years now. My oldest is in second grade now and now my youngest has started there. They are a wonderful community. When you enroll with Colibri it is not just for Spanish immersion but their beautiful sense...
Danielle N.
Gymboree Play & Music / Oakland-Lakeshore Avenue
3433 Lakeshore Avenue, Oakland, CA
5.0
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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.
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
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...
Broadway Children'S School Of Oakland, Inc.
394 ADAMS STREET, OAKLAND, CA
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...
Square.Care Oakland is a Bilingual (English Spanish) play-based child care that focuses on educating children through exploration of the environment using natural developmentally appropriate materials. All materials are disinfected, clean, and safe. Our curriculum focuses on language development,...
Uptown Little Birds Micro School & Day Care
500 William Street 123, Oakland, CA
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...
Carabao Kids Family Child Care
4324 Brookdale Ave, Oakland, CA
Hi! My name is Connie Huang and I am the owner and provider for Carabao Kids. Est. in 2016, Carabao Kids is a home-based daycare that provides a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment for families to thrive together. We are currently focusing on infant care.
We strive to provide the best...
Guava Care
916 Apgar St, Oakland, CA
Guava Care is a team of women supporting San Francisco Bay Area families. We provide non-medical services from pregnancy through the baby's first 4 years, specializing in prenatal education, birth coaching, newborn and infant care, pediatric sleep consulting, and early development support.
We have...
Oakland Montessori School
3625 Fruitvale, Oakland, CA
A safe and inviting Montessori environment for children, aged 2-6. We have experienced teachers, a spacious yard and classroom. We offer music, art, and gymnastics. A sweet and harmonious community for children.
We are a small LGBT affirming play-based early learning village that puts children at the center of all we do. We offer care and learning experiences using Emergent Curriculum in a balanced home and nature setting. The Childcare Teacher has 30 years of experience in the ECD field and has...
D'Auria's Learning Center
5410 Fleming Ave, Oakland, CA
Our Director, Lori, is passionate about creating healthy, loving, dynamic learning environments for children. Lori brings over 30 years of experience, a BA degree in Early Childhood Education, a Master Teacher Credential, and a Site Supervisor Credential to the table as she cultivates a well rounded...
Montessori School Mosswood Pk Inc.
5723 Oak Grove Ave, Oakland, CA
My Own Montessori is more than just a small preschool. It's a place where children equate learning with pleasure; where independence is fostered in a loving environment; where friends learn respect and kindness; and where every child is allowed to feel safe, cared for, and recognized for who they...
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....
Oakland Garden School - Maybelle Avenue
4012 Maybelle Avenue, OAKLAND, CA
WILDWOOD CHILDRENS SCHOOL
8 WILDWOOD AVE., OAKLAND, CA
Las Palmas Daycare
2230 107th Ave, Oakland, CA
Las Palmas Daycare Provides: Facility number 013423008
Learning and Play Environment: Babies, toddlers and children learn through play. They learn to share and participate in activities such as Arts/crafts, Dancing, play, Gardening and so much more..
Attention: There are...
Pride in Learning Montessori Lake Merritt
1330 Lakeshore Ave, OAKLAND, CA
Pride in Learning Montessori School offers loving and high-quality early childhood education in a beautiful setting close to Oakland's Lake Merritt. We accept children from 5 weeks to 6 years old for our infant, daycare, and preschool programs.
Our seasoned staff of committed educators are all...
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Oakland, CA
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in Oakland, CA?
Child care centers near you in Oakland, CA provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.
What will my child do at a child care center near me in Oakland, CA?
A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Oakland, CA have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.
How can I find a child care center near me in Oakland, CA?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Oakland, CA. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.
Ratings for Oakland, CA child care centers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Child Care Centers in Oakland, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 73 listed child care centers.