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GAN B'NAI SHALOM AT CONGREGATION B'NAI SHALOM
5.0
The campus is beautiful. Staff is just incredible! They are so well educated and caring. The campus is secure and safe. They truly do a great job keeping parents updated daily with what activities the children are doing and how they are doing. We highly recommend!
- Meg B.
PETER PAN PRESCHOOL
5.0
She is absolutely amazing! She cared for my son from the time he was 2 months old all the way up to Kindergarten. She is extremely proficient, professional and has great policy's and procedures. The kids take several field trips. She's very fair and very friendly. She can't be beat!!
- Angie D.
Children's Garden Montessori School
5.0
Our son is absolutely thriving at the garden school. Alaina & all of her wonderful stuff are so attentive & loving with the children.
The classroom & garden play area are always tidy with great toys & activities for the kids. Our son particularly loves gymnastics with Bindi on Thursdays!
We can’t...
- Care member
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
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.
Child care centers in Orinda, CA
FOUNTAINHEAD MONTESSORI SCHOOL ORINDA CAMPUS
30 Santa Maria Way, ORINDA, CA
Fountainhead Montessori School is dedicated to teach children through quality education programs and prepared, nurturing environment designed to stimulate and develop children’s love of learning. We are committed to putting children at the center of an interconnected circle of families, friends,...
St Mark's Nursery School
451 Moraga Way, Orinda, CA
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.
St. John Preschool
501 Moraga Way, Orinda, CA
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...
The Orinda Preschool
10 Irwin Way, Orinda, CA
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,...
5.0
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Welcome to Gan B’nai Shalom Preschool - a preschool where children receive a stimulating, creative, and nurturing learning experience that provides them with the foundation to grow educationally, socially, and spiritually. Inspired by Jewish values, our program provides opportunities for children’s...
5.0
"5 stars! My kid absolutely loves it here! What more can I say?!"
Wanee D.
5.0
(2)
To provide a nurturing environment where self-concepts are enhanced, independence encouraged, social skills acquired and individuality respected. To provide children with opportunities to gain competence in a variety of skills such as; art, science, music, movement, and language arts, through hands...
5.0
"She is absolutely amazing! She cared for my son from the time he was 2 months old all the way up to Kindergarten. She is extremely proficient, professional and has great policy's and procedures. The kids take several field trips. She's very fair and very friendly....
Angie D.
5.0
(3)
Children’s Garden Montessori School is a small home-based Montessori and play-based preschool in El Cerrito for children 17 months – 5 years old. We believe in following the spirit of the child and honoring each child’s independence and unique learning style. Our director, Alaina Benner, has 35...
5.0
"We couldn’t be happier with our choice for our daughter ‘s preschool. The director is warm , kind and she knows how to foster a nurturing and stimulating environment for our little ones . The teachers there are simply the best, they know how to make each children...
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3.7
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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!"
Care member
5.0
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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.
Sunshine House Martinez
4950 Pacheco Blvd, Martinez, CA
5.0
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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...
5.0
"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 center is always clean. They offer fabulous activities both structured and unstructured. The kids are...
Genny M
We proudly offer a positive, child-centered preschool experience that fosters a love of learning in a nurturing community.
In each child, we strive to cultivate: autonomy, a sense of belonging, respect for others, and an enthusiasm for exploration and learning.
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 ➕...
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...
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...
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...
SEEDLING CHILD MONTESSORI SCHOOL
3183 MECARTNEY ROAD, ALAMEDA, CA
The Seedling Child Montessori School is a wonderful balance of play-based and academic learning. Our fantastic teacher-student ratio and classroom environment enables us to help your child thrive and establish a genuine love for school and learning.
TULIP CHILD CARE LLC/PINOLE MONTESSORI
2612 APPIAN WAY, PINOLE, CA
We're a great a preschool based out of Pinole, CA. We are serving children of age group of 18 months to six years. You and your little one will be making a grand transition from home or a child care to preschool life, an outer world and we would love you to part of it. I would recommend you come...
KiTa on Kains
1116 Kains Ave, Albany, CA
Kita on Kains is a German bilingual daycare located in an intimate home setting. We immerse your child playfully in a German/English environment from an early age.
We are a licensed daycare located in a small intimate home setting with a spacious backyard play area. We offer a warm and nurturing...
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.
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...
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Orinda, CA
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in Orinda, CA?
Child care centers near you in Orinda, 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 Orinda, 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 Orinda, 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 Orinda, CA?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Orinda, 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.