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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...
Carabao Kids Family Child Care
4324 Brookdale Ave, Oakland, CA
Hi! My name is Connie Huang and I am the owner and provider for Carabao Kids. Est. in 2016, Carabao Kids is a home-based daycare that provides a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment for families to thrive together. We are currently focusing on infant care.
We strive to provide the best...
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.
We are a small LGBT affirming play-based early learning village that puts children at the center of all we do. We offer care and learning experiences using Emergent Curriculum in a balanced home and nature setting. The Childcare Teacher has 30 years of experience in the ECD field and has...
Oak Grove Learning
8115 Fontaine Street, Oakland, CA
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...
Montessori School Mosswood Pk Inc.
5723 Oak Grove Ave, Oakland, CA
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...
Fitness in Transit
Virtual, Oakland, CA
We are FIT - a mobile movement company bringing fitness classes to schools. With school closures due to COVID-19, we are exploring a virtual platform and are trying to get the word out of our virtual options! We offer preschool classes M-F from 10-10:30 am, with classes in Gymnastics, Dance, Yoga,...
Oak Knoll Young Explorers
3500 Oak Knoll Blvd, Oakland, CA
We're not just a daycare...We're a discovery haven for toddlers, preschool and kindergarten-aged children to learn through exploration and self-guided play. Our curriculum consists of Montessori-style practices and reggio-inspired methods and is creatively delivered through STEAM (STEM) activities....
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.
D'Auria's Learning Center
5410 Fleming Ave, Oakland, CA
Our Director, Lori, is passionate about creating healthy, loving, dynamic learning environments for children. Lori brings over 30 years of experience, a BA degree in Early Childhood Education, a Master Teacher Credential, and a Site Supervisor Credential to the table as she cultivates a well rounded...
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...
Kids 1st Daycare
2469 66th Ave, Oakland, CA
Full-time, hourly and weekend care (with notice).
Tutoring,
Backyard fun,
Before and after school care,
Pick ups and drop offs, overnights,
Holidays and drop in care,
Parents Night Out.
Mothers Day Out (job interviews, last minute appointments, holiday shopping).
We provide cooked meals,
And...
Oakland Garden School - Maybelle Avenue
4012 Maybelle Avenue, OAKLAND, CA
WILDWOOD CHILDRENS SCHOOL
8 WILDWOOD AVE., OAKLAND, CA
Pride in Learning Montessori Lake Merritt
1330 Lakeshore Ave, OAKLAND, CA
Pride in Learning Montessori School offers loving and high-quality early childhood education in a beautiful setting close to Oakland's Lake Merritt. We accept children from 5 weeks to 6 years old for our infant, daycare, and preschool programs.
Our seasoned staff of committed educators are all...
Dr. Herbert Guice Christian Academy
6925 INTERNATIONAL BLVD, OAKLAND, CA
The Dr. Herbert Guice Christian Academy has been in operation since August 1997. Since 2017 we have been operating a Preschool and Toddler Program for ages 18-months to 5 years old. Prior to 2017, we operated an elementary school program, accredited by the Western Association of School and Colleges...
La Plazita Preschool Ii
3625 MACARTHUR BLVD, OAKLAND, CA
La Plazita preschool is a true Spanish Immersion preschool where your child will not only learn or retain Spanish, but also become fully prepared for Kindergarten. We have a very rich curriculum designed by highly experienced educators and training experts.
Boulevard Little People Academy
470 Boulevard Way, Oakland, CA
The Boulevard Academies consist of two amazing facilities running a program that enhances every child by learning through play; enabling growth physically, academically, socially, emotionally, and cognitively. Both academies focus on nurturing quality care for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, in...
Kids Konnect
8800 Fontaine St, Oakland, CA
Kids Konnect Preschool exists to provide a safe, fun, and developmentally appropriate environment for toddler and preschool age children. We provide tools/stimuli to keep children engaged in learning socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively. We partner with parents to prepare young...
Supporting Bright Futures
Blue Rock Court, Oakland, CA
Our goal at Supporting Bright futures In Home Daycare is to provide all of the children with a comfortable, nurturing, and educational environment in which each child can develop at his or her individual pace. We focus on play, social development, and academic readiness. We encourage good...
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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 Rating5.0 / 5
Preschools in Oakland, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 98 listed preschools.