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Recent family child care reviews in Albany, CA

Thomas Family Child Care

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 my son loves her! The daycare feels...

- Angel P.

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.

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

Patty's Family Daycare and Preschool

5.0

We entered our daughter in Patty's Family Daycare 8 months ago when she was 7 months old, and we couldn't be happier with the care and attention our daughter receives. We knew it was the daycare for us when we first visited and all of the staff was so focused on caring for the children and making...

- Marc G.

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

Family child care in Albany, CA

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...

Hummingbird Montessori Preschool is a state-licensed child care center that offers Montessori-based educational day care programs for preschoolers. Located in Albany, California, the company admits kids between the ages of two and half to five years old. The company follows a structured curriculum...

Thomas Family Child Care

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.


Thomas Family Child Care

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.


Uptown Little Birds Micro School & Day Care

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


Patty's Family Daycare and Preschool

Patty's Family Daycare and Preschool

2820 Mabel St, BERKELEY, CA

Starting at $2400/mo

5.0

(2)

Patty’s Family Daycare and Preschool. Goal is to ensure that each child feels nourished and well cared for children in different age-appropriate activities to stimulate their curiosity and developing minds, as well as developing their first gross motor skills. We love to make sure they are engaged...
5.0
"We absolutely LOVE Patty's daycare and could not be happier with the care our child receives from her and her employees! We started sending our child to Patty's for full-time care when he was 6 months old. We were quite anxious as he is our first child and did not...

Jacob K.


Ardyce Childcare & Preschool

Ardyce Childcare & Preschool

Foothill Ave, RICHMOND, CA

Starting at $1785/mo

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
"Our son started with Ms. Bryant when he was around 5 months old. We've now been with her over 2 years. Overall, very caring. Our son loves going to the daycare. We think she's awesome, always teaching the kids something. My son learns a lot in daycare and she is...

V I.


Diamond Little People Academy, Llc

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.


Love Love Daycare

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


Celina's Child Care

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.


Soana Lauti Daycare

Soana Lauti Daycare

3735 Laguna Avenue, Oakland, CA

5.0

(3)

I have been a licensed daycare provider for over 10 yrs. I do offer a preschool curriculum in a small learning pod environment for ages 2-4 yrs old. This allows children to have a personal learning experience and plenty of 1 on 1 time with staff. We also do arts and crafts on some days, take walks...
5.0
"Soana and her family are simply the best! My baby girl started at Soana's when she was 1 year old and only left because we moved out of the area when she was almost 2.5 years old. She loved Soana's! She would get so excited in the car ride there, jump out of my...

Jessica C


Fcc1 (family Childcare)

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.


My Love Bug Family Childcare

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


Lobat Family Daycare

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.


Gwiggles Preschool LLC

Gwiggles Preschool LLC

701 China Basin St, SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Starting at $2700/mo

5.0

(5)

Gwiggles is an early childhood education program that offers Preschool services for up to 12 children at a time. We have a teacher to child ratio of 1:4 and we accept children ages 3-6 years old. Our mission is to create a place where all children feel safe and loved and where they are able to...
5.0
"We enrolled in Gwiggles in May 2022, just before our girl turned 2. She was the youngest at the time and the head teacher created a welcoming environment for her, quickly integrating her into the group. By week 2 our girl was happily skipping to pre-school every...

Care member


Hg Learning Academy

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.


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


Little Sprouts Family Child Care

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.


Square.Care Oakland

Square.Care Oakland

2129 8th Ave, OAKLAND, CA

Starting at $2300/mo

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.


La French Teach

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


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