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My Love Bug Family Childcare
5.0
My Love Bug is great! Gaby is so warm and friendly, and she offers a safe, wonderful place for my son (3 years) and daughter (<1 year) when I need drop-in care. I appreciate Gaby's responsive and sweet nature, and that she sends pics of the kids throughout the day. I trust her completely with my...
- Lindsay H.
Pequenas Burbujas Day Care
5.0
I sent my daughter here as an infant and she absolutely loved it.
Everyone here is wonderful with the children and make them feel at home.
I was nervous about sending my little girl to a daycare instead of
employing a nanny at the house, mostly because I wasn't sure she would
get the attention and...
- Maria T
Ardyce Childcare & Preschool
5.0
My child has been with Ardyce since he was 5 mo old and now he is 2.5 years old. Ardyce has kind and nurturing personality, while also taking a lot of care teaching kids about the world and instilling good behaviour. My kid likes going to her daycare and has grown to love her. He learned letters and...
- Care member
Thomas Family Child Care
5.0
We had an excellent experience with Shereé Thomas daycare. This was my first experience with a home based daycare and it was a great one. Shereé is very caring with the kids and always keeps good communication with the parents. The kids are constantly exposed to learning activities which they love...
- Marian Q.
Child's Play Wonderschool Llc
5.0
We were so happy and grateful that our daughter experienced Child's Play School for daycare services. We noticed our 18 month old daughter naturally demonstrated curiosity, creativity, and playfulness and Child's Play School was a natural fit. Their curriculum was exactly the type of engagement our...
- Care member
Drop-in daycares in Berkeley, CA
My Love Bug Family Childcare
2820 Doidge Ave, Pinole, CA
5.0
(2)
My Love Bug Family Childcare, was created with the idea of helping home stay moms. As a mother I understand that running errands can be difficult when we have kids.
I was reflected in that situation as a mother, and not having family around made it a little bit more difficult, so that's when I...
5.0
"This day care is my go to spot! I have 3 kids (1,3 and 5 year old) and when mommy needs a break to go get things done, or for school trips Gaby is the person I trust with my kids. My kids love it there too, always asking when they will go back to Gaby's. Makes me...
Maricela
Pequenas Burbujas Day Care
609 Sheffield Rd., Alameda, CA
5.0
(2)
Pequenas Burbujas Daycare provides service for children 3 months to 5 year olds. We have full time spaces for children over 2 years old and we provide 10 hours max of care a day. We open at 6am and close at 6pm and we provide only homemade foods and healthy snacks. Our priority is the well being of...
5.0
"we have the best services for your kids. our goald is our kids have the primary education, and is very important your kids learn about said always thank you,you are welcome, excuseme."
Araceli A.
5.0
(4)
Ardyce Child Care & Preschool offers a safe, nurturing environment for children. We are inclusive and expose our children to kindergarten readiness curriculum.
5.0
"My child has been with Ardyce since he was 5 mo old and now he is 2.5 years old. Ardyce has kind and nurturing personality, while also taking a lot of care teaching kids about the world and instilling good behaviour. My kid likes going to her daycare and has grown...
Care member
Thomas Family Child Care
833 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda, CA
5.0
(1)
My name is Sheree Thomas and I am the child care provider for Thomas Family Child Care in Alameda, CA. Thomas Family Child Care is now enrolling for the Spring and Summer. I have space for three children between the ages of 20 months - 4 years old.
What I can offer:
I will provide a safe...
5.0
"We had an excellent experience with Shereé Thomas daycare. This was my first experience with a home based daycare and it was a great one. Shereé is very caring with the kids and always keeps good communication with the parents. The kids are constantly exposed to...
Marian Q.
Child's Play Wonderschool Llc
6157 Chelton Drive, Oakland, CA
4.1
(13)
At Child's Play Wonderschool LLC, we believe that children grow, learn, and thrive by exploring the world around them. It is our goal to provide an environment that engages children with developmentally-appropriate activities and materials. In our program, children will feel empowered to follow...
5.0
"We were so happy and grateful that our daughter experienced Child's Play School for daycare services. We noticed our 18 month old daughter naturally demonstrated curiosity, creativity, and playfulness and Child's Play School was a natural fit. Their curriculum was...
Care member
Hg Learning Academy
4465 Fran Way, El Sobrante, CA
5.0
(1)
Welcome to HG Learning Academy. Our mission is simple,
Getting back to the basics of loving education." Everyday we want your child to feel excitement learning with wonderful teachers, socializing with new friends, and experiencing the joys of discovery. We have added HG Forest Days! Where your...
5.0
"I love this place! Amazing staff! Professional! Lots of different activities! My youngest son attended HG Acadamy for a summer session. Highly recommend."
Mirna B.
Little Sprouts Family Child Care
150 Berry ST, San Francisco, CA
5.0
(2)
Hi parents, Little Sprouts is a licensed bilingual family daycare in Mission Bay neighborhood. We care for ages 3 months to 4 years old children. Little Sprouts Daycare offers a loving, nurturing, clean, and safe environment for your growing little ones. The happiness, growth, and development of our...
5.0
"My daughter has been coming to Little Sprouts since she was 3 months old. She has been happily flourishing under Little Sprouts' care. Sharon and team are professional and genuinely loving towards the children they care for. They are thoughtful in working with my...
Nancy K.
Thomas Family Child Care
1732 Buena Vista Ave, Alameda, CA
5.0
(1)
My name is Sheree Thomas and I am the child care provider for Thomas Family Child Care in Alameda, CA. Thomas Family Child Care is now enrolling for the fall. I have space for four children between the ages of 12 months - 4 years old, and two spots for school age children.
What I can offer:
I will...
5.0
"I had a really hard time finding care in Alameda that I felt comfortable with. You have to trust your gut when you meet with care givers. When I met Sheree I immediately knew her daycare was where I wanted my son to be. She is warm, knowledgable and above all else...
Angel P.
Gloria's Daycare
106 Jervis Bay, Alameda, CA
4.6
(9)
Childcare service in a friendly family environment. I have been providing childcare services since 1991. I'm CPR/First Aid Certified. I'm bilingual in Spanish. My hours are from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm Monday-Friday. I'm very flexible when parent need accommodations. I care for children from 3 months old...
5.0
"My 19 month old son has been going to Gloria’s Daycare since he was 6 months old. He squeals with excitement when we get to her door and can’t wait to see her. Gloria treats each child with such loving adoration and seems to truly delight in watching their...
Care member
Fcc1 (family Childcare)
570 Beale Street 121, San Francisco, CA
5.0
(1)
I'm a licensed child care provider and will look after your kids with caution and care.
I know how scary it can be to place your child in the care of a stranger, that is why I make it a priority to provide a safe and educational environment for all children. Parents are comfortable leaving their...
5.0
"Our family home care is models in the field of early learning and development
Serve a diverse population of children and families. We are located in the heart of San Francisco ( south beach) provid export care and nurturing,continually improve our program through...
Lolya E.
Celina's Child Care
1766 Esmond Avenue, Richmond, CA
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Celina! I have been working with children for over 15 years. I have had a licensed home daycare and was a nanny for 6 years. I am CPR, First Aid, Precautions, Safe sleep certified and have had 30+ hours of training in child development. I am available from 6 am-12 am, Monday...
5.0
"Celina is amazing. She is warm and loving. She is hardworking & attentive. Celina cares for kids like they are her own. We moved from California over 2 years ago, my kids still ask for Celina all the time!"
Melissa C.
Kids 1st Daycare
2469 66th Ave, Oakland, CA
5.0
(1)
Full-time, hourly and weekend care (with notice).
Tutoring,
Backyard fun,
Before and after school care,
Pick ups and drop offs, overnights,
Holidays and drop in care,
Parents Night Out.
Mothers Day Out (job interviews, last minute appointments, holiday shopping).
We provide cooked meals,
And...
5.0
"My kids have been going there for over a year and they enjoy it. Their hours are longer then most and Tisha is a blast to laugh and talk with."
Tisha K.
Love Love Daycare
5408 Ace Ct, San Pablo, CA
5.0
(1)
Hello Everybody...moms, dads, grandmas, grandpas....
Love Love Childcare has openings available. We are accepting applications preschool children, ages 2-5 years old. Our preschool has a safe, loving, and caring environment for your little ones. We provide a warm, cozy, comfortable feeling with our...
5.0
"Even before I become a mom I told myself that I would never place my child in a daycare..
But...
Love love daycare is and has been the best daycare for my son. He absolutely loves it, and adores Valeria. He always goes to her when he sees her. Most of the time he...
Maggie
Naomi's Family Daycare
1927 Pullman St, San Pablo, CA
5.0
(2)
At Naomi's Family Daycare, We are committed to creating a safe, warm, loving environment where we will encourage your child to explore their thoughts and creativity through play. We strive to fill your child's day with age-appropriate activities that target their cognitive, emotional, social and...
5.0
"The best decision our family has ever made! Being a new mom during the start of a pandemic was incredibly stressful. However, this daycare went beyond my expectations to ensure that all children stayed safe. The constant communication was very comforting. I loved...
Maricela T
Diamond Little People Academy, Llc
955 12th Street, Oakland, CA
5.0
(2)
Greetings!
We are excited to announce our large family child care program, enrolling toddlers and preschool ages (www.diamondlittlepeople.com)! We have been honored to open a program, offering a new place for your child to experience a fun, safe, and inspirational environment!
Children...
5.0
"We've bee with this day care for a few years now and I can't recommend them more highly! The two owners and operators are the epitome of professionalism and the way they care for, interact with, and inspire our young daughter is not only inspiring--it's a relief....
Guy M.
La French Teach
Mississippi Street, San Francisco, CA
5.0
(1)
La French Teach provides a safe and personalized learning environment in small groups. It encourages social interaction to promote independence, social skills, and foster self-confidence. Your little one will learn through diverse engaging activities such as art, yoga, music, cooking and more. The...
5.0
"My child has greatly benefitted from Anne-Laure and La French Teach. It's a place she loves to go and has learned many skills in the year she has attended. We couldn't be happier with her care."
Brigitte C
T and T Lil Angels Daycare
1211 Summer Lane, Richmond, CA
5.0
(1)
The mission of T and T Lil Angels Daycare is to provide each child with a nurturing, loving, fun and safe environment where they are given the opportunity to learn and grow at their own pace as individuals. My goal is to promote early learning where the focus will be on each child's social,...
5.0
"If I had children this would be the place I would place my bundle of Joy without any hesitation. Tanya is such a caring person, very dependable, honest and hard working. Not only does she care for the children, she goes above and beyond to make sure her children...
Torrie S
Lobat Family Daycare
4872 El Grande Pl, El Sobrante, CA
5.0
(1)
We are a high quality licensed, Lic# 073408496, home daycare for children between ages 0 to 5 years old, located in El Sobrante, nestled in a quiet neighborhood.
We recognize the different areas of child development and our practice is based on child development theory.
Children have different...
5.0
"Lobat is a very caring and attentive. I feel safe knowing my son is cared by her while I am at work. As a new mom, I was nervous with going to work and taking my son to a daycare. My experience with Lobat's day care has definitely put me at ease. She is very...
Sahar A.
Weebit Preschool And Daycare
2845 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda, CA
5.0
(4)
Hello Family,
We are excited to welcome family and children to our childcare and preschool program at Weebit Preschool and Daycare. We offer a combined Montessori and Play Based approach in our program activities to assist, guide and prepare children for preschool and kindergarten readiness. Our...
5.0
"The best things in the world aren't things, they're people like you, Marley. We couldn't have picked a better provider and protector for our twins. We appreciate every single thing you did for them!
We want to thank you for always welcoming us into your daycare,...
Jing X.
Forest Garden Day Care
81 Sea Bridge, Alameda, CA
5.0
(1)
A place in Alameda where you can rest assured that your children are in good hands while you are away at work. In our home day care, we encourage children of all ages to practice their cognitive, social, and motor skills, while making sure they continue to learn while playing.
5.0
"I currently have my 7 month old baby girl at Forest Garden Day Care and we love it! Emma (owner) and Norie are very hands on, caring, and trustworthy. My baby who is very picky only took a couple of days to adjust to her new care providers. The place is very...
Lucia
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Berkeley, CA
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Berkeley, CA?
Drop-in daycare near you in Berkeley, CA can be a flexible and convenient solution for busy parents who need child care on an as-needed basis. This type of child care gives families the flexibility to drop their children off for just a few hours or for an entire day, depending on their individual needs. This kind of drop-in service can help to reduce stress associated with arranging more traditional, longer-term child care options.
What age ranges do drop-in daycares near me in Berkeley, CA accept?
Typically, drop-in daycares cater to children between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years old, but daycares will vary depending on their facilities and requirements. When reaching out to drop-in daycares in Berkeley, CA, be sure to mention the age of your child or children and confirm they accept children in that range.
Do I need to make a reservation to use a drop-in daycare near me in Berkeley, CA?
While drop-in daycares in Berkeley, CA may require a short registration process and forms to be filled out, it is usually not necessary to make a reservation ahead of time for each visit. This convenience makes drop-in daycare an ideal option for those with unpredictable schedules or when babysitters aren't available due to illness or other unanticipated events. However, drop-in centers may fill up quickly during peak times, so it's always best to call ahead to ensure the needed availability.
What should I bring with me to a drop-in daycare near me in Berkeley, CA?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Berkeley, CA, it is important to make sure that you are bringing all of the necessary items for a successful and enjoyable experience. Remember to bring any blankets or stuffed animals that may serve as a comfort item -- this may even include pacifiers or sippy cups if necessary. It is also important to remember snacks and drinks, so your child stays well fed throughout their stay. Don't forget essentials like diapers, wipes, and changes of clothing!