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Recent child care center reviews in Orinda, CA

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.

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.

Caterpillar Kids Daycare

5.0

My son (15m) is lucky enough to go to CKD. I cannot say enough good things about them. They are so warm and loving. My son eats wonderful meals and gets plenty of time outside. This is my first child and I was very nervous to put him in daycare, but I feel like I struck gold.

- Care member

Sunshine House Martinez

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 never bored.....there are tons of...

- Genny M

Child care centers in Orinda, CA

FOUNTAINHEAD MONTESSORI SCHOOL ORINDA CAMPUS

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 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,...

Bright Future Early Learning Center

Bright Future Early Learning Center

1515 Clay St Suite 146, OAKLAND, CA

Starting at $1830/mo

5.0

(2)

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.


COLIBRI PRESCHOOL

COLIBRI PRESCHOOL

4420 PIEDMONT AVE, OAKLAND, CA

Starting at $2400/mo

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
"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.


PETER PAN PRESCHOOL

PETER PAN PRESCHOOL

2100 MARNIER SQ DRIVE, ALAMEDA, CA

Starting at $1600/mo

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
"Our family has been attending Peter Pan since 2018 (well, actually since 1988 as a multigenerational Peter Pan family). We love everything about the school and play oriented learning. Our children are caring, confident, and curious, which we know is supported and...

Angelica L.


Caterpillar Kids Daycare

Caterpillar Kids Daycare

906 Channing Way C, Berkeley, CA

5.0

(1)

Caterpillar Daycare Monday through Friday 3 months to 5 years * CPR, First Aid & Preventative Health
5.0
"My son (15m) is lucky enough to go to CKD. I cannot say enough good things about them. They are so warm and loving. My son eats wonderful meals and gets plenty of time outside. This is my first child and I was very nervous to put him in daycare, but I feel like I...

Care member


Sunshine House Martinez

Sunshine House Martinez

4950 Pacheco Blvd, Martinez, CA

5.0

(1)

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


CURIOUS EXPLORERS ACADEMY

CURIOUS EXPLORERS ACADEMY

200 Broadway, RICHMOND, CA

Starting at $1640/mo

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.

GAN B'NAI SHALOM AT CONGREGATION B'NAI SHALOM

GAN B'NAI SHALOM AT CONGREGATION B'NAI SHALOM

74 ECKLEY LANE, WALNUT CREEK, CA

Starting at $2642/mo

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...

PILLAR KIDS CHILDCARE

PILLAR KIDS CHILDCARE

3538 GOLDEN GATE WAY, LAFAYETTE, CA

Starting at $1800/mo

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...

Oak Center Little People Academy

Oak Center Little People Academy

1324 Adeline St, OAKLAND, CA

Starting at $2600/mo

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...

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...

Honoring Children Early Learning Village

Honoring Children Early Learning Village

7890 Michigan ave, OAKLAND, CA

Starting at $1200/mo

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

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

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...

Children's Garden Montessori School

Children's Garden Montessori School

2335 Tulare Ave, EL CERRITO, CA

Starting at $705/mo

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...

KiTa on Kains

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...

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...

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