Top Toddler Daycares in Berkeley, CA

Q: What is the average age range for toddler daycare near me in Berkeley, CA?

Toddler daycares near you in Berkeley, CA typically cater to children between three months to three years of age, though it's worth noting that this will vary by location. To get a better idea of the options available to you, connect directly with toddler daycares to understand any age requirements.

Q: What is the curriculum for toddler daycare near me in Berkeley, CA?

Generally, toddler daycare curriculum is based on learning through play. Learning activities at toddler daycares in Berkeley, CA may include free play, story time, arts and crafts, outdoor walks and social skills development. In toddler daycare settings, children are encouraged to explore their world through their physical senses and complete age-appropriate tasks with the guidance of a teacher. They are encouraged to follow their own interests and ideas while honing important cognitive and motor skills. Overall, toddler daycare curriculum is designed to create an enjoyable yet educational environment for young learners aged 18 months to 3 years old.

Q: How do I choose a toddler daycare near me in Berkeley, CA?

Choosing the right toddler daycare for your family near you in Berkeley, CA can be both a challenging and rewarding experience! Factors to consider include the quality of care, safety, location, costs, and qualifications of the staff. Taking the time to tour a toddler daycare center will be helpful in choosing the right fit, as it gives you the opportunity to ask questions at length and observe how the staff interacts with children firsthand. Choosing a daycare is a personal choice, and you should feel comfortable with the center you ultimately decide on.

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Diamond Little People Academy, Llc

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

Lobat Family Daycare

5.0

Lobat is a very caring and attentive. I feel safe knowing my son is cared by her while I am at work. As a new mom, I was nervous with going to work and taking my son to a daycare. My experience with Lobat's day care has definitely put me at ease. She is very patient, calm, kind and nurturing. The...

- Sahar A.

Silvia's Family Daycare

5.0

Silvia and her staff are wonderful, caring people who take excellent care of the children, as if they are their own. The kids are kept occupied with art projects, cooking, plenty of play time, and I love that they are exposed to the Spanish language throughout the day. I am happy to recommend...

- Michelle R.

Toddler daycares in Berkeley, CA

Sunshine Pre-School

1035 Grayson St, Berkeley, CA

Sunshine Preschool located at 1035 Grayson Street, Berkeley, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It provides programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school is...

Size Small Toddler School

1066 Cragmont Ave, Berkeley, CA

Our school has been in the Berkeley community for many years offering quality care for children 18 months-3 yrs old. Through creative play we put an emphasis on social and emotional development. We are a play based program with lots of age appropriate toys and activities that keep us busy daily....

Golden Gate Kids Preschool

1450 6th St, Berkeley, CA

Golden Gate Kids Preschool based in Berkeley, CA offers educational daycare programs for toddlers and preschool children in the Berkeley and east bay areas. The school specializes in children ages eighteen months to five years old and operates on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 6 PM.

Diamond Little People Academy, Llc

955 12th Street, Oakland, CA

5.0

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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

"We've bee with this day care for a few years now and I can't recommend them more highly! The two owners and operators are the epitome of professionalism and the way they care for, interact with, and inspire our young daughter is not only inspiring--it's a relief....

Guy M.

Lobat Family Daycare

4872 El Grande Pl, El Sobrante, CA

5.0

(1)

We are a high quality licensed, Lic# 073408496, home daycare for children between ages 0 to 5 years old, located in El Sobrante, nestled in a quiet neighborhood. We recognize the different areas of child development and our practice is based on child development theory. Children have different...

5.0

"Lobat is a very caring and attentive. I feel safe knowing my son is cared by her while I am at work. As a new mom, I was nervous with going to work and taking my son to a daycare. My experience with Lobat's day care has definitely put me at ease. She is very...

Sahar A.

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...

Precious Pebbles Child Care

6644 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland, CA

Offering a safe and nurturing environment to infants and toddlers. Located in the Millsmont neighborhood of Oakland, CA. Now accepting infants and toddlers.

7227 - La Petite Academy on Lakeside Drive

3891 Lakeside Drive, RICHMOND, CA

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...

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....

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,...

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...

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...

Building Blocks Daycare

2233 Leavenworth Street, San Francisco, CA

We are located Russian Hill and offer a safe, secure and clean environment that is warm and inviting to children between the ages of 0 to 4. We provide carefully planned activities throughout the day where play and learning are the most important ingredients. We focus on social relationships,...

Peekadoodle Academy

900 North Point St. Suite F100, San Francisco, CA

Peekadoodle Academy is a licensed preschool program founded on a balanced approach to learning. Our curriculum fosters independent and creative thinking through a balance of both guided exploration and learning through play. The Academy centers its curriculum on the whole child through cognitive,...

Silvia's Family Daycare

646 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA

5.0

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Greetings, Are you looking for quality Day Care for your toddler? At Silvia's Family Day Care, we currently have a couple of openings available for toddlers/ preschool age (2-4 yrs. old). We are conveniently located at Lombard and Powell st. Our Day Care is a safe, fun and educational place!...

5.0

"Silvia and her staff are wonderful, caring people who take excellent care of the children, as if they are their own. The kids are kept occupied with art projects, cooking, plenty of play time, and I love that they are exposed to the Spanish language throughout the...

Michelle R.

ROSEMARIE'S MOTIVATIONAL INFANT TODDLER DAYCARE

1138 Bancroft Way, BERKLEY, CA

Cherry Blossom Toddler Care

801 Arlington Blvd, El Cerrito, CA

Cherry Blossom Toddler Care will provide balanced Japanese and English two-way immersion childcare curriculum with a focus on cultural, social and physical development. Our mission is to develop a sustainable childcare program whose primary goal is to exceed every parent's expectations by providing...

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...

Thulasana Home Daycare

544 Central Avenue, Alameda, CA

In setting up my daycare, it was important that it be a fun, nurturing and stimulating environment, filled with exploration and creativity. Our program also is designed as such, with the infant/toddler in mind. The emphasis is on emotional, mental, physical and social development. This is achieved...