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Oak Center Little People Academy
5.0
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 nurturing, diverse, and caring environments you'll ever experience. The teachers and staff are so kind, loving, fun, and I know my little ones were always...
- Care member
Uptown Little Birds Micro School & Day Care
5.0
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 bilingual education, exercise and fresh. When we're home, he will often tell me that he misses/loves his teachers and school and I know the feeling...
- Luna
Square.Care Oakland
5.0
SquareCare is a phenomenal daycare program. As a mom of two, I've done a lot of research across different programs and childcare providers, and can confidently say the caliber of the caregivers at SquareCare is the best. My husband and I learned so much from Mitzy about how to inspire confidence in...
- Andreea A.
Bella's Babies INC
5.0
I feel like they have so many different opportunities while my child is at daycare and she gets exposed to so many different things that she can explore and learn! They have different rooms that allow her to learn so much!
- Keely H.
Bright Beginnings
5.0
Love this daycare, it provides a clean and nurturing environment where my child feels safe. Thomeika is a dedicated compassionate caregiver. She has a creative way of teaching the basics of education and setting a great foundation for my child's educational journey. I have peace of mind knowing that...
- Gloria F
Child care centers in Oakland, CA
4.0
(4)
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...
5.0
"So grateful for the quality care!"
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Uptown Little Birds Micro School & Day Care
500 William Street 123, Oakland, CA
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"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 bilingual education, exercise and fresh. When we're home, he will often tell me that he misses/loves his...
Luna
5.0
(2)
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,...
5.0
"SquareCare is a phenomenal daycare program. As a mom of two, I've done a lot of research across different programs and childcare providers, and can confidently say the caliber of the caregivers at SquareCare is the best. My husband and I learned so much from Mitzy...
Andreea A.
Bella's Babies INC
5909 Camden St, OAKLAND, CA
5.0
(2)
We are a PLAY BASED early childhood education center.
5.0
"My daughter is now 4.5 and has been attending Bella's Babies since she was 4 months old. We absolutely love it! The center recently moved to a new, larger location; the space is awesome, with separate spaces for bigger kids and babies, different play rooms, and a...
Madeline E.
Bright Beginnings
1272 26th Ave, Oakland, CA
5.0
(2)
Bright Beginnings Family Childcare is a small family daycare licensed by the state of California. I operate a small family home childcare which is different than a Day Care Center because the number of children that are enrolled is limited.
At my daycare, I provide full-time and part-time childcare...
5.0
"Love this daycare, it provides a clean and nurturing environment where my child feels safe. Thomeika is a dedicated compassionate caregiver. She has a creative way of teaching the basics of education and setting a great foundation for my child's educational...
Gloria F
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.
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
Brought to you by the 🌟 dedicated management team of Boulevard Academy, 🌻Little Sunflowers Preschool is a sister program rooted in the same child-centered philosophy that families know and love. 🌈✨ Our curriculum nurtures curiosity with hands-on learning in 🌍 science, 📖 English, 🎨 art, and ➕...
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....
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...
Supporting Bright Futures
Blue Rock Court, Oakland, CA
Our goal at Supporting Bright futures In Home Daycare is to provide all of the children with a comfortable, nurturing, and educational environment in which each child can develop at his or her individual pace. We focus on play, social development, and academic readiness. We encourage good...
Dr. Herbert Guice Christian Academy
6925 INTERNATIONAL BLVD, OAKLAND, CA
The Dr. Herbert Guice Christian Academy has been in operation since August 1997. Since 2017 we have been operating a Preschool and Toddler Program for ages 18-months to 5 years old. Prior to 2017, we operated an elementary school program, accredited by the Western Association of School and Colleges...
Kids Konnect
8800 Fontaine St, Oakland, CA
Kids Konnect Preschool exists to provide a safe, fun, and developmentally appropriate environment for toddler and preschool age children. We provide tools/stimuli to keep children engaged in learning socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively. We partner with parents to prepare young...
Eden Child Daycare Home
2935 21st Ave, Oakland, CA
Eden Child Daycare Home in Oakland, CA is a bilingual center that provide a safe, nurturing, interactive, fun and exciting environment where your child can learn while having fun. The center has a comprehensive program from Infant to Five Years Old.
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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 Rating4.8 / 5
Child Care Centers in Oakland, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 64 listed child care centers.