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Evolve with Mary
275 41st, Oakland, CA
Evolve with Mary provides science-based art instruction. All classes, camps and events are taught by Mary Lawrence, a local artist and teacher at Sankofa Untied Elementary School in Oakland Ca.
Guidepost Montessori at Emeryville
1450 63rd St, EMERYVILLE, CA
At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence.
From learning to coordinate hands and body as an infant, to toilet independence as a toddler, to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler—we provide individualized support,...
LePort Montessori Emeryville
1450 63rd Street, Emeryville, CA
Discover an authentic Montessori school in the heart of Emeryville.
Our preschool campus offers programs for infants (3 months) through kindergarten (6 years), where children experience an authentic Montessori environment. Our trained teachers have created beautifully prepared spaces. They,...
Skytown Preschool
5714 Solano Ave, Richmond, CA
Skytown Parent Cooperative Preschool is a magical place focused on developing self-confident, self-aware, compassionate and empathetic human beings... and we like to have fun! We serve kids between the ages of 1.5 and 5 years old.
Skytown is closed during relocation but plan to re-open in fall...
Duck's Nest School of Arts and Sciences
5714 Broadway Oakland, Oakland, CA
The School of Arts & Sciences is a smaller Duck's Nest. It is specifically designed to encourage your child's emotional and developmental growth towards independence.
The smaller campus allows us to focuses on group dynamics which help your child to sharpen his or her skills to transition smoothly...
The Little People Academies are play-based preschool programs with an approach that focuses on inspiring children to learn instead of requiring them to learn. We value each child, teacher, and parent as a part of our special community, pieces of a unit that get to grow together. Contact us for more...
Tiny Footprints Wildschool
16 Kensington Court, Kensington, CA
Wilderness-based preschool with a dedicated focus on both independent nature play and -movement, and respectful, mindful, gentle caregiving.
Little Explorers Preschool
68th Ave, Oakland, CA
Warm greetings,
Little Explorers Preschool focus is to provide a stimulating, diverse, safe, nurturing environment that builds lifelong skills that encourages each child to ask questions to set children up for success in kindergarten and beyond for all children ages 1 to 6 years of age.
Little...
Garden Babies Wholistic Care
700 20th St. Unit A, Richmond, CA
We have created a flexible Spanish immersion academic curriculum that includes watercolor painting, drawing, handcrafts, beeswax modeling, cooking, baking, puppet shows, and other artistic activities reveal the wonders of creativity to the children. Circle games, movement activities, and outdoor...
Gymboree Play & Music / Lafayette: 1st Street Corner
3482 Mt. Diablo Boulevard, Lafayette, CA
Adult and Child Play Center focused on early child development and FUN! Gymboree Play & Music offers Art, Music and Play for ages Birth to 5y11m, as well as a Preschool Alternative program for Children 3-5y11m. . We use age-appropriate curriculum designed to provide activities and experiences that...
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...
Michael L. Preschool
682 Michael Ln, Lafayette, CA
Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2016!! Nestled in the beautiful hills of Lafayette, find a warm and wonderful environment for your child to spend the day exploring and learning through developmentally appropriate play! We accept children 2 years 9 months to 5 years old. Michael Lane Preschool...
T and T Lil Angels Daycare
1211 Summer Lane, Richmond, CA
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,...
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...
Angel Academy
2215 Marin Avenue, Berkeley, CA
Angel Academy was founded by me, Halimah Harden. I'm an an educator, speaker, and storyteller. I'm a graduate of Florida s honor liberal arts college, the New College of Florida.
From Waldorf education and the Reggio Emilia Approach to mindfulness in education, my pedagogical studies are vast....
WILDWOOD CHILDRENS SCHOOL
8 WILDWOOD AVE., OAKLAND, CA
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,...
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...
Three Little Monkeys Child Care
1689 Partridge Dr., Hercules, CA
Three Little Monkeys Childcare is a childcare program focused on encouraging and supporting the personal and social growth of children. Our philosophy is based on respect for the uniqueness and dignity of everyone. This approach to childcare and education allows children the freedom to experience...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in El Cerrito, CA
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in El Cerrito, CA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in El Cerrito, 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 El Cerrito, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in El Cerrito, CA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in El Cerrito, 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 El Cerrito, CA.
How can I find a preschool near me in El Cerrito, CA?
When looking for a preschool near you in El Cerrito, 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 El Cerrito, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.