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OPEN MINDS PRESCHOOL AND AFTERSCHOOL
5.0
Open Minds is a really great team. They work really well with families and their children.
- Whitney W.
My Little Carousel
5.0
They are fantastic family who’s lovingly taken care of our kiddo for three years. They actively teach the kiddos and he comes home happy everyday.
- Care member
Temple Sinai David Pregerson Preschool
5.0
My older daughter graduated from TSDPP and my younger son just finished his first year.
Both of my kids have had an incredible preschool experience. The teachers take their time to really know each kid, their interests and what they currently need from the classroom. They teachers and the director...
- Care member
Oak Center Little People Academy
5.0
100% would recommend this place! I trust this team with my whole heart and soul. Both of our children have gone here and it is one of the most nurturing, diverse, and caring environments you'll ever experience. The teachers and staff are so kind, loving, fun, and I know my little ones were always...
- Care member
Square.Care Oakland
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 about how to inspire confidence in...
- Andreea A.
Preschools in Oakland, CA
OPEN MINDS PRESCHOOL AND AFTERSCHOOL
2162 MOUNTAIN BLVD, OAKLAND, CA
5.0
(2)
Open Minds draws inspiration from the renowned Reggio Emilia approach, aiming to create a nurturing and stimulating environment that caters to the individual strengths and needs of each child. Our approach is deeply rooted in the belief that children are capable, resourceful, and full of potential,...
5.0
"We give them a 5 for their Reggio Emilia approach to education. They are focused oh the individual child and their interests. They are great."
Nicolas P.
My Little Carousel
5311 Belvedere Street, OAKLAND, CA
5.0
(4)
My Little Carousel is expanding the capacity for large licence and new location, Near Maxwell Park neighborhoods Fairfax in Oakland CA 94601
5.0
"They are fantastic family who’s lovingly taken care of our kiddo for three years. They actively teach the kiddos and he comes home happy everyday."
Care member
5.0
(3)
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.
5.0
"Wonderful preschool, with caring and dedicated teachers and staff. Children learn through play and thrive!"
Care member
3.7
(3)
Welcome to Oak Center Little People Academy! 🌳 We are a 501(c)3 non-profit offering a play-based preschool program for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Our curriculum is all about sparking children's love for learning, not just teaching them. Every child, teacher, and parent is a treasured part...
5.0
"100% would recommend this place! I trust this team with my whole heart and soul. Both of our children have gone here and it is one of the most nurturing, diverse, and caring environments you'll ever experience. The teachers and staff are so kind, loving, fun, and I...
Care member
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.
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
E.B. Rock Family Daycare And Preschool
1220 103rd Ave, Oakland, CA
5.0
(5)
E.B. Rock Family Daycare and Preschool - our responsibility is to work in partnership with parents to provide a safe, affordable, and high quality in a nurturing environment. In doing so we support families and special needs of the child. Our goal is to strengthen the bridge between your work and...
5.0
"I'm more than happy to give this daycare a five star review. The love, respect, and care that is given to both the children and parent is outstanding. My child is always happy upon our arrival and departure. To my surprise my daughter can tell when she has arrived...
Glenda B
Reaching Beyond Care
3301 E.12th Street, Oakland, CA
5.0
(1)
Reaching Beyond Care is a licensed small home-based childcare and preschool. Through play we focus on the content areas of science, mathematics, language (ASL and poetry), building/maintaining relationships, social-emotional, physical/motor development, sustainable living, nutrition, and creative...
5.0
"We first met the owner at Mills College Children's School and she was so engaged with all the kids we felt really comfortable leaving our children with her. They now specifically ask to see her and moan if I tell them that it's the weekend and they get to spend...
Nancy W.
Gymboree Play & Music / Oakland-Lakeshore Avenue
3433 Lakeshore Avenue, Oakland, CA
5.0
(1)
Gymboree Play & Music-Lakeshore Avenue, located in Oakland, California, is an early education facility that offers various academic and enrichment programs designed to provide holistic learning experiences and support overall development. The company offers its services to children between the ages...
5.0
"I love this place! I worked with a delightful special needs boy and the staff went above and beyond to help him learn!"
Yvette B.
ESCUELA BILINGUE INTERNACIONAL
410 ALCATRAZ AVE, OAKLAND, CA
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.
Brought to you by the 🌟 dedicated management team of Boulevard Academy, 🌻Little Sunflowers Preschool is a sister program rooted in the same child-centered philosophy that families know and love. 🌈✨ Our curriculum nurtures curiosity with hands-on learning in 🌍 science, 📖 English, 🎨 art, and ➕...
Broadway Children'S School Of Oakland, Inc.
394 ADAMS STREET, OAKLAND, CA
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...
Uptown Little Birds Micro School & Day Care
500 William Street 123, Oakland, CA
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...
Soana Lauti Daycare
3735 Laguna Avenue, Oakland, CA
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...
KSS Immersion Preschools
2540 Charleston Street, Oakland, CA
Kids Speaking Spanish (KSS) offers a full- and part-time Spanish immersion preschool program in California's Bay Area for children aged two to six. Research shows that early language immersion learners benefit cognitively, exhibiting greater nonverbal problem-solving abilities and more flexible...
Kids Konnect Preschool
8800 Fontaine Street, Oakland, CA
Kids Konnect offers fantastic childcare in Oakland for children aged 2-6. We have two other awesome preschools in the Bay Area: Pacifica and San Mateo.
Our emergent play-based curriculum for pre-kindergarten, and preschool children is highly rated by our parents and allows us to ensure every child...
Happy Hearts Early Learning Childcare
2574 62nd Ave, Oakland, CA
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...
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...
Keishna's Kiddie Corner
8220 Golf Links Rd, Oakland, CA
Keishna's Kiddie Corner 24/7 Childcare and Transportation Program offers a safe, nurturing environment where your child will get the attention and care that he or she deserves. We provide a home away from home and strive to make sure each child's individual needs are met. We provide childcare and...
Sakura Daycare Early Preschool
4445 Worden Way, Oakland, CA
Come and let your child play with us. This is a Japanese and Spanish, immersion day care .We are in a very safe and quiet neighborhood. Our place is very clean and bright . We have a nice back yard which has a lot of green and fruit trees.
We have 4 to 3 teachers for 10 children(max is 12) at all...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Oakland, CA
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Oakland, CA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Oakland, 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 Oakland, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Oakland, CA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Oakland, 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 Oakland, CA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Oakland, CA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Oakland, 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 Oakland, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.
Ratings for Oakland, CA preschools listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Preschools in Oakland, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews of the 97 listed preschools.