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Recent preschool reviews in Lafayette, CA
The Elie House
5.0
We love Poppy and continue to recommend The Elie House to friends and family. I have high expectations with childcare as I was a provider for 10 years and Poppy is loving, kind and truly cares about each child’s development.
- Care member
Zari's Preschool & Child Care
5.0
My 3 year old daughter has been with Zari since she was 1. Zari has done such a beautiful job taking care of my little girl. She rarely gets sick (unlike the first daycare she went to), she comes home happy and with lots of art projects. She loves the stories and books Zari provides, and always has...
- Chesne D.
Soana Lauti Daycare
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 arms to her when we arrived and then...
- Jessica C
Miles Of Smiles Child Daycare And Preschool
5.0
Biana and her team are absolutely amazing! In the process of interviewing various daycares, my wife and I felt a warm and welcoming feeling with them and found that to be the same in their service.
They have taken amazing care of our infant son and treat him like a king.
I highly recommend them...
The love & attentive care of a nanny, developmental & interactive benefits of a preschool & the comfortable atmosphere of a home.
At The ELIE (Early Language Immersion & Enrichment) House, children enjoy a relaxed routine in a loving family-style environment with tons of rich conversation, lots of...
5.0
"The owner of The Elie House was our nanny for 2.5 years and I cannot recommend her enough! She is loving, patient, kind, dependable, and so wonderful with children. She took THE BEST care of our little girl and we are excited to see that her fantastic home care is...
At Zari's Preschool & Child Care (with 28 yrs. experience and teaching certification) we strive to provide a secure, happy, and enriching environment that responds to today's growing need of working parents for the kind of excellent preschool / childcare that fosters peace of mind. Our belief is...
5.0
"My 3 year old daughter has been with Zari since she was 1. Zari has done such a beautiful job taking care of my little girl. She rarely gets sick (unlike the first daycare she went to), she comes home happy and with lots of art projects. She loves the stories and...
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 wonderful, and we're so happy we found her for our little one!
G started with Soana at four months and has been there for just over a year now. She is warm and nurturing, and it feels like she has welcomed our son as a part of her...
Our home is designed to provide both a nurturing home atmosphere along with large dedicated areas for the children to actively learn and play in a stimulating environment with spacious rooms rich in color giving each child an exciting world full of opportunities to explore, learn, and grow....
5.0
"Five stars for our very first daycare experience!
Miles of Smiles was my first daycare experience for my little infant boy. He was only 3.5 months when he started at Biana's daycare/preschool. I was so nervous to leave my baby anywhere but that quickly resolved...
We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized...
Marian's Family Daycare is an in home daycare, offering a preschool program, nurturing and loving environment, nutritious meals, and lots of outdoor activities.
We provide a developmentally appropriate program that includes important concepts and skills, learning activities, arts and...
We are a Jewish preschool with a play-based, emergent curriculum. Teachers nurture exploration and interaction, fostering children's learning. Jewish values guide teaching and learning. Accepting 2-year-olds on rolling admissions through December.
ALL OF OUR PROGRAMS ARE PART-TIME, either 2 or 3 days per week, with specific schedules listed below. At Broadway Children's School, our play-based programs reflect the belief that every child is unique and special, and we nurture and encourage that sense of individuality so that each child will...
Angels Montessori Preschool and Kindergarten is an early childhood center offering a Montessori program for children 2 – 6 years. At Angels Montessori Preschool and Kindergarten children are respected as individuals and are encouraged to develop their total personality at their own pace within their...
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults...
Beginner's Nook Preschool offers an extraordinary educational program that motivates young learners, and build their foundation to succeed in a rapidly changing society.
It is our mission to ensure that each child develops the basic necessary knowledge and skills for their continuing success as...
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...
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...
Welcome to Building Kidz of Concord Preschool and Kindergarten
Are you wondering where the best preschool or childcare in Concord is? With a campus that boasts three large play yards, plus a separate yard just for toddlers, the answer is clearly Building Kidz of Concord.
How are preschools...
My Own Montessori is more than just a small preschool. It's a place where children equate learning with pleasure; where independence is fostered in a loving environment; where friends learn respect and kindness; and where every child is allowed to feel safe, cared for, and recognized for who they...
Happy Hearts Early Learning Childcare is a small family daycare located in Oakland, CA. It is licensed by the state of California and was established in 2016.
Happy Hearts E.L.C. is open 24/5
Standard Hours are 7:00am-6:00pm
Extended Care is 6:00pm-Midnight
Overnight Care is...
Oak Grove is a family-owned and operated Montessori preschool in Oakland, CA opened in January 2020. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality care for each child in a loving, nurturing, and stimulating academic environment. Specifically, we offer an academic Montessori school curriculum...
Escuela Bilingüe Internacional is an independent PreK-8 school offering a multilingual, international education that inspires our students to engage with a changing global world.
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...
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,...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Lafayette, CA
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Lafayette, CA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Lafayette, CA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, CA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Lafayette, CA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.