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Sunshine Preschool Center
5.0
They are very flexible, and the teacher is really great with my daughter and they are really great about scheduling and work with my daughter with where she is at.
- Jean Y.
Frog Hollow Nursery School
5.0
My daughter went to Frog Hollow for 3 years and we love everything about it. Ellen, Robin, and Kimi are amazing with kids, and I saw all the kids thrive with them.
The preschool is a play-based one, and it feels and acts as one big family.
They make art, yoga, dancing, science, gardening, park...
- Alok S.
Diamond Little People Academy, Llc
5.0
The caregivers at DLPA are always happy to see my child when she arrives. They are loving, artistic, organized, fun and silly. I'm constantly impressed with their dedication to providing exceptional care and educational opportunities for the children.
- Marisa M
Preschools in Alameda, CA
Sugar & Spice Center For Children
2236 Mariner Square Dr, Alameda, CA
Sugar & Spice Center For Children is a child care facility located in Alameda, California. Its teaching philosophy is based on the High/Scope Program; focused on providing a nurturing environment for learning. It uses a play-based program that is child-centered. Additionally, the school offers...
Kiddie Kampus
1711 2nd St, Alameda, CA
Kiddie Kampus located at 1711 2nd Street, Alameda, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and after- school activities including summer camps and winter breaks. The school is open from...
Babysitter
1845 Poggi Street, Alameda, CA
The Nanny House Daycare in Oakland, California offers child care and preschool for infants to twelve year old children. Their age-appropriate curriculum encourages healthy socialization, artistic activities, and creative play, which will satisfy and set the foundation for optimal growth and...
Bright Star
2526 Buena Vista Ave, Alameda, CA
Chinese and English Childcare with Organic Food
Bright Star is a bilingual Childcare in Alameda that your kids would learn Chinese and English there. It is opened by a teacher who had been teaching children for 20-years. The teacher had taught Chinese in an Elementary School in China for 15 years...
Yu Ying Learning Center
500 Park St, Alameda, CA
Yu Ying Learning Center located in Alameda, CA offers programs for Mandarin Immersion Summer Camp, After School Care, Weekday/Weekend Mandarin Program, and more. The center specializes in children from Prekindergarten to Eighth Grade and provides a safe, supportive and stimulating environment to...
The Child Unique Montessori School
2212 Pacific Avenue, Alameda, CA
The Child Unique Montessori School features a home-like, comfortable atmosphere where children can feel relaxed and a newly renovated playground and children's garden. The school offers stimulating educational programs with plenty of learning activities for children ages 2 to 5 years, which prepares...
The Child Unique Montessori School
2212 Pacific Ave, Alameda, CA
The Child Unique Montessori School is a licensed early childhood care and education provider located at 2212 Pacific Avenue, Alameda, California. The school offers programs for toddler through kindergarten. Utilizing the Montessori method of education, the school aims to promote creativity,...
Happy Bees Child Care And Preschool
1000 Island Dr., Alameda, CA
Dear Parents:
My name is Rebecca. I am a licensed child care provider for Bay Farm Island Care Center. I have a CA teacher permit and a child development degree. I am also a bilingual teacher, in Mandarin and English. I have been working at Head Start and Early Head Start center for five years....
A B C Preschool
1525 Bay St, Alameda, CA
A B C Preschool located in Alameda, CA is dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of...
Peter Pan Preschool
2100 Mariner Square, Alameda, CA
1.0
(1)
It takes a whole village to raise a child! All of us at Peter Pan Schools are part of our community s extended family of caregivers and educators. Quality care giving is essential in nourishing a child s mind and spirit; therefore, from infants to Pre-Kindergarten, we strive to provide positive and...
Peek-A-Boo Preschool
3112 Windsor Dr, Alameda, CA
Peek-A-Boo Preschool is a child care center in Alameda, California that offers early learning programs for toddlers and preschool children. The company admits kids between the ages of two to five years old. The company’s programs are structured to promote sequential child growth and development.
Alameda Island Kids At Edison School
2700 Buena Vista Ave, Alameda, CA
Alameda Island Kids At Edison School is an extended day child care facility that offers before and after-school programs geared towards school-age boys and girls. Located in Alameda, California, the company is open to kindergarten kids and elementary students from grades one to three. The company’s...
Rainy Day Childcare
3001 Madison Street, Alameda, CA
Emergency, Backup or Short-Term Childcare in your home or mine. Daytime, weekends and overnight too.
I may care for sick children in your home if I have no other children that day.
ABOUT ME: I am a single mom of 2 young school aged boys. I have many years experience in caring for children,...
Tots "r" US Childcare
801 Central Ave, Alameda, CA
Tots "r" US Childcare Alameda, 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 of all ages.
Little Seeds Children's Center
2055 SANTA CLARA AVE, Alameda, CA
Little Seeds Children in Alameda, California seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Home-based Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 36 children.
Green Grass Learning Center
2006 Encinal Ave, Alameda, CA
Green Grass Learning Center was established in 2011 to provide quality care and early learning for children living in Alameda, California and nearby communities. It provides a safe, healthy and stimulating environment suitable for children's growth and development. It also provides educational...
Home Sweet Home Child Care Center
1900 3rd St, Alameda, CA
The Home Sweet Home Child Care Center in Alameda, California is a child care provider for children from two to five years old and is operated by Alternatives in Action. Their age-appropriate play activities allow the children to express themselves and stimulates their cognitive, social, emotional...
5.0
(4)
Sunshine Preschool Center provides a safe, nurturing, child-centered environment. Our goal is to provide your children with a place where they can socialize, learn, and grow. Additionally, we aim to help the children develop high self-esteem and leave them with a true sense of themselves. You can...
5.0
"They are very flexible, and the teacher is really great with my daughter, and they are really great about scheduling and work with my daughter with where she is at!"
Jean Y.
Frog Hollow Nursery School
1635 Jaynes St, Berkeley, CA
5.0
(1)
Frog Hollow is a small neighborhood home based preschool of twelve children per day, dedicated to creating a warm, caring community for both children and their families. We offer an emergent curriculum with long periods of time for social play, along with the structure of daily art experiences,...
5.0
"My daughter went to Frog Hollow for 3 years and we love everything about it. Ellen, Robin, and Kimi are amazing with kids, and I saw all the kids thrive with them.
The preschool is a play-based one, and it feels and acts as one big family.
They make art, yoga,...
Alok S.
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
"The caregivers at DLPA are always happy to see my child when she arrives. They are loving, artistic, organized, fun and silly. I'm constantly impressed with their dedication to providing exceptional care and educational opportunities for the children."
Marisa M
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Alameda, CA
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Alameda, CA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Alameda, CA. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Alameda, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Alameda, CA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Alameda, CA, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Alameda, CA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Alameda, CA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Alameda, CA on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Alameda, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.
Ratings for Alameda, CA preschools listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Preschools in Alameda, CA are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed preschools.