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Q: In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Orinda, CA?

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Orinda, 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 Orinda, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

Q: What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Orinda, CA?

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Orinda, 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 Orinda, CA.

Q: How can I find a preschool near me in Orinda, CA?

When looking for a preschool near you in Orinda, 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 Orinda, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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Preschools in Orinda, CA

Children's Garden Montessori School

2335 Tulare Ave, EL CERRITO, CA

Starting at $705/mo

Children’s Garden Montessori School is a small home-based Montessori and play-based preschool in El Cerrito for children 17 months – 5 years old. We believe in following the spirit of the child and honoring each child’s independence and unique learning style. Our director, Alaina Benner, has 35...

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...

CURIOUS EXPLORERS ACADEMY

200 Broadway, RICHMOND, CA

Starting at $1640/mo

We proudly offer a positive, child-centered preschool experience that fosters a love of learning in a nurturing community. In each child, we strive to cultivate: autonomy, a sense of belonging, respect for others, and an enthusiasm for exploration and learning.

0222 - Childtime of Martinez

6635 Alhambra Ave, MARTINEZ, CA

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...

Little Bloom Academy

1962 Heath Dr, El Sobrante, CA

Our mission is to offer a high quality neighborhood preschool that works collaboratively with parents to ensure every preschooler learns and grows in a nurturing and fun environment, setting the foundation for a lifelong love of education and success in school and life.

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,...

Open Minds Early School

5609 Moraga Ave, Piedmont, CA

Open Minds Early School is a Spanish Immersion School inspired by Reggio Emilia and Waldorf education philosophies.We set out to create the preschool experience that we always dreamed for our children. We designed the classroom space and our curriculum supported on scientific research in child brain...

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....

Oak Center Little People Academy

1324 Adeline St, OAKLAND, CA

Starting at $2600/mo

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...

Building Kidz of Berkeley - Under 10 Spots Left!

1450 Sixth St, BERKELEY, CA

🌟 **Discover the Joy of Learning at Building Kidz School!** 🌟We invite you to experience firsthand how we nurture young minds through our unique "whole child" philosophy. Discover the joy of learning at Building Kidz School! At Building Kidz School, we’re dedicated to fostering creativity and...

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...

KiTa on Kains

1116 Kains Ave, Albany, CA

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...

Lafayette Kids Cottage Preschool After School Care

3460 Monroe Ave, Lafayette, CA

Lafayette Kids' Cottage is a licensed preschool, after-school care, and summer camp for children 2 1/2 through 10 years old. Hours are 8am-6pm, Monday through Friday. Program specializes in kindergarten preparation and active enrichment programs that include Music, Spanish, Dance/Theatre, Swim...

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,...

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...

PETER PAN PRESCHOOL

2100 MARNIER SQ DRIVE, ALAMEDA, CA

Starting at $1600/mo

To provide a nurturing environment where self-concepts are enhanced, independence encouraged, social skills acquired and individuality respected. To provide children with opportunities to gain competence in a variety of skills such as; art, science, music, movement, and language arts, through hands...

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...

Orkidz Preschool

1370 Marin Ave, Albany, CA

Orckids Preschool believes that children need stability, continuity, and predictability in their lives. We found the primary goal of our program in the belief that young children are active participants in their learning process, they learn through their own experiences with trials and errors,...

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...

Le Petit Z Montessori Preschool

838 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda, CA

Le Petit Z Creating Moments Of Wonderment Remember the last time you looked at something in wonderment? It was something so unique and interesting that it stopped you in your tracks. We aim to create those moments of wonderment each day in our daily activities and curriculum. It is wonderment...