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Should I Send My Child to Preschool?

The Search for the Best Preschool for Your Child

14 Is My Child Ready?

16 7 Steps to

17 The Site Visit 19 Questions to Ask

When Looking at Preschools

22 Saying Goodbye 23 Preschool Profiles

32 Preschool

Finding the Perfect Preschool

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Should I Send My Child to Preschool?

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tarting between the ages of 2½ and 3, you will have the option of placing your child in preschool.

Some parents may ask, “Why preschool? Isn’t my child learning enough at home or with a caregiver?” Of course nothing takes the place of a nurturing and loving home, and no one is more important to children than their parents. But research shows that kids who attend quality preschool have higher math and reading skills, are better prepared for kindergarten, behave better in class, and are more likely to graduate from high school and go to college.

When considering preschool education, think about these benefits A preschool experience: • empowers children to think, explore, question, wonder and learn how to learn; • supports children’s intellectual and language development and communication skills; • offers children consistent, experienced, qualified educators to support their learning and development; • improves children’s ability to think, problem solve and reason as they enter school, enabling them to learn more in the early grades; • develops social and emotional maturity and the ability to relate well to peers and adults, solve conflicts, play co-operatively and be assertive; • provides a solid platform for life-long learning and education;

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• guides children to gain independence, self esteem and self confidence, empowering their learning; • helps children have a greater understanding of the world around them; • encourages children to be independent learners and to take an active role in their learning;

A preschool experience empowers children to think, explore, question, wonder and learn how to learn.

• supports children to play co-operatively together and learn from their experiences; • enables children and families the opportunity to belong, to be part of a community, and connect with others.

Preschools are: • fun places to be, with varied, exciting experiences planned to meet the needs and interests of children; • a context to build social connections between families and the community; • a source of professional information that supports parenting; • resources which give lots of opportunities for parent education; • a gradual transition from home to more formal educational environments; • a warm, caring, friendly environment, led by qualified, experienced and dedicated staff; • places that nurture creativity, thinking and social skills, enabling children to develop a love of learning. 

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The Search for the Best Preschool for Your Child

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ontrary to what you might have heard, choosing the right preschool for your child is not as difficult as applying for an advanced degree. The key to choosing the right preschool is going into the process prepared. Prepared? Yes, prepared with a solid idea of what you want your child to gain from his or her preschool experience. We offer helpful suggestions for choosing a preschool that is a good match for your child and your family, as well as information on some of the most popular types of preschool educational philosophies. In addition, you’ll find checklists that you can use when visiting and comparing preschool settings in your area.

Think about the Basics

The best way to keep from becoming overwhelmed by the process of choosing a preschool is to think about how the preschool will fit into your daily life. Here are some questions parents should consider: Is it important for the preschool to be near my home?

Is it important for the preschool to be near my workplace?

Is it important for the preschool to offer childcare services in the morning, afternoon, or both?

Are you looking for a play-based classroom or a more academic setting?

The Montessori Method

Focuses on maintaining the individuality of each child in the learning process. This method believes each child learns at their own pace and educational progress should not be rendered based upon comparing students to one another.

The Reggio Emilia Approach

This approach focuses on providing opportunities for problem solving through creative thinking and exploration.

The Waldorf Approach

Emphasis is placed on imagination in learning, providing students with opportunities to explore their world through the senses, participation and analytical thought.

The Bank Street Approach

This approach places an emphasis on learning through multiple perspectives, both in the classroom setting and in the natural world.

The High/Scope Approach

Am I eligible for or interested in subsidized preschool programs (i.e. Early Head Start, Child Welfare League of America or state-funded programming) that offer services such as childcare programs with a focus on providing educational opportunities?

This approach focuses on letting children be in charge of their own learning. Children are taught to make a plan for what they would like to do each day and participate in a review session to discuss the success of their plan and brainstorm ideas for the next day.

Answering each of these questions will help you narrow down the general location and type of setting you should research. Narrowing down your choices will make the process of comparing settings easier to manage.

Outside of the formal educational philosophies, knowing the difference between other common early childhood terms will help you make informed decisions regarding your child’s education. Below is a list of some common terms used to describe preschool settings. It should be noted that these terms may be used alone or in combination with one another (i.e. a “child-centered, faith-based” setting).

Become Familiar with Common Terms

For many parents, the most confusing part about choosing preschools is trying to make sense of terms such as, “Montessori Approach,”“child-centered,” “Waldorf Approach” and “faith-based.”What do these terms mean and how can these terms help you choose a preschool?

Oftentimes, the key difference between settings is connected to the preschool’s “educational philosophy.”

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Child-centered

This term is often used to describe settings that take the children’s interests into consideration when planning activities. For example: in a child-centered setting, the classroom activities are based on the interests of the students, not on pre-scheduled topics chosen by the teacher. These settings often offer increased opportunities for children to choose activities continued on page 10 www.ParentsPress.com

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Faith-based

This term is used to describe preschool programs that are run through faith organizations such as churches or synagogues, according to their faith’s philosophies.

Co-operative

These settings often ask parents and families to assist in the running of the preschool. Parents and family members may build community by signing up to volunteer during the week, or by assisting in the dayto-day management of the preschool as well as helping with advertising, upkeep and fundraising.

Developmentally Appropriate

This term means the preschool plans the curriculum and activities based on activities that are appropriate for the age of the children in the class.

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Pre-kindergarten (pre-K)

Sometimes this term is used interchangeably with preschool. In general, a pre-K program is one that has children enrolled in the year before kindergarten, usually at age four. These settings are often more structured than traditional preschool settings.

The Research

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The Search for the Best Preschool for Your Child cont’d. options: Reach out to other parents: Ask your friends, your neighbors, your pediatrician, your older child’s teacher - ask people you trust for recommendations for quality settings in your area. Be mindful to note the name of the setting and what struck this person as important to mention (low student teacher ratio, close to home, child is excited to arrive, etc.). And, the best question to ask is, “What advice do you wish you had received before choosing your child’s preschool?” Most parents will be happy to offer their insight and advice.

Go to the internet: You might be surprised to learn that your community has an active preschool networking community, a great place to tap into useful advice and resources. Or, you can use the internet to search the names of settings to find out if they have any “red flags” like numerous complaints from parents, health or safety violations, or other noteworthy issues.

The Bananas and 4C’s of Alameda County and the Contra Costa Child Care Council web sites offer a wealth of information for parents seeking information.

The best ways to find preschool programs are to attend preschool fairs, get recommendations from fellow parents and scope out programs located close to home or work.

The Visit

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come up with two or three settings you are interested in, schedule a time to visit each setting. You can learn a lot about a setting by the way staff approach introductory visits with you and your child. During your visit ask yourself the following questions: Do I feel welcome here?

Does my child seem interested in what they have to offer?

Do the children in the setting seem happy?

How do the adults and children interact?

Is the setting clean and safe?

You should also come to the visit prepared with questions. Some of the basic questions parents ask are: What is the turnover rate for staff members?

What percentage of the staff hold degrees in early childhood?

How does the setting handle discipline?

What are the safety procedures for picking up and dropping off children?

Is the setting accredited?

What are the payment options and procedures?

Some parents feel more comfortable going to the visit with a checklist of questions they would like answered.

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Is My Child Ready?

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ust because most preschools will accept children at around 2 years old doesn’t mean your child is ready for preschool when she reaches that age. Is she socially, emotionally and physically ready to participate in a structured educational program with a group of children?

The following will help your think about some of the important skills needed for preschool.

Is your child independent?

Your child should also be able to take care of some basic needs, like washing her hands, eating her lunch without assistance and sleeping alone. Most preschools will want your child to be potty trained, but some accept diapers.

Has Your Child Spent Time Away From You? If your child has been cared for by a babysitter or a relative, he’ll be better prepared to separate from you when he’s at preschool. Kids who are used to being apart from their parents often bounce right into preschool with hardly a backward glance. If your child hasn’t had many opportunities to be away from you, you might want to schedule some - a weekend with grandma, for instance, or a day with your sister and her kids. But even if you can’t work out your separation issues up front, don’t worry too much; many children leave Mom or Dad for the first time to go to preschool and they do just fine. The trick is to help your child adjust in short doses. Many preschools will allow you to drop off your child for an hour or two during his first few days there; as he gets more used to his environment, you gradually work up to a full day.

keeps kids busy. There are art projects to do, field trips to take, and playgrounds to explore. Does your child thrive on activities like this, or does he have trouble moving from one thing to the next without getting cranky?

Another thing to consider is how and when your child needs to nap. Preschools usually schedule nap time after lunch. If your little one can keep going until then or even all day like a wind-up toy, he’s set. If he still needs a mid-morning snooze, it might not be time yet to go to school.

Why do you want to send him to preschool?

Think carefully about what your goals are for sending your child to preschool. Do you just need time for yourself or daycare for your child? There may be other options if it seems he isn’t ready yet for the rigors of school.

Is he used to keeping a regular schedule?

Preschools usually follow a predictable routine: circle time, play time, snack, playground, then lunch.

There’s a good reason for this. Children tend to feel most comfortable and in control when the same things happen at the same time each day. So if your child doesn’t keep to a schedule and each day is different from the last, it can help to standardize his days a bit before he starts preschool.

Are you worried that if you don’t enroll him in preschool he won’t be ready for kindergarten?

Most experts agree that there are plenty of other ways for children to develop the skills necessary to be successful in kindergarten, including attending a good daycare facility or spending quality time at home with you or another loving caregiver. A study by the National Institutes of Child Health and Human Development found that children do best if they’re cared for by someone who is genuinely concerned about their well-being and development, and who makes sure they’re doing a variety of age-appropriate activities. They needn’t be enrolled in an organized preschool for that.

If you find that the main reasons you want to send your child to preschool are that he seems eager to learn new things and explore, he isn’t getting enough stimulation at home or daycare, or he seems ready to broaden his social horizons and interact with other children, chances are it’s the perfect time to start preschool. 

Does he have the physical stamina for preschool?

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Can she work on projects on her own?

Preschool usually involves lots of arts and crafts projects that require concentration and the ability to focus on an individual task. If your child likes to draw at home or gets engrossed in puzzles and other activities on her own, she’s a good candidate for preschool. But even if she’s the kind of child who asks for help with everything, you can start getting her ready by setting up playtimes where she can entertain herself for a half hour or so. Is she ready to participate in group activities?

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How to Find the Your 7 Step Approach

1. Start Early. It takes time to research different styles of preschools and become familiar with common terms used in preschools. Many parents start this process a year ahead of time, some parents even start while pregnant! Children usually attend preschool for two to three years between the ages of 2.5 and 5 years.

2. Determine what criteria is most

important for your child and family. Is it location, faith, type of program offered, language immersion, specialneeds options, year round program, extended hours, cost? What are the most important factors and options?

Rate these so you have a clear picture of where and what programs to focus on and what is the best fit for your child.

3. Utilize local parenting resources. Local

parenting magazines, like Parents’ Press, offer lots of preschool information and open house announcements.

These will help you to become familiar with what preschools are available in your area and the program options being offered to help with your selection process.

Visit school websites that look interesting to find out admissions information. More information can also be found at www.PreschoolsBayArea.com

4. Ask around. Talk to other parents in

your area to see what programs they were part of, and if they would recommend them. Find out what they liked most and least about the school. How long did their child attend? Did they experience any teacher turnover? What was the culture like? How did they handle sick days, potty training and behaviorial issues? How involved were the parents in the school? Are the parents and children still in contact with others from the preschool?

5. Attend a preschool fair.

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way to quickly determine which preschools are a good fit and rule out those preschools that are not. It’s like speed-dating with the option of choosing who is sitting across the table from you. Use this time to find out the preschools’ enrollment process, when open houses and tours are held and to understand the basic culture of the preschool.

6. Contact the preschool.

Arrange to take a tour or go to an open house to learn about the school philosophy and the admissions process.

Most schools prefer for you to pre-register for these. Have your list of questions ready (see page 17 for Questions to Ask) and observe. Look for signs that the preschool is well run. Also, this is a time that the preschool uses to determine which families will be a good fit for their program.

7. Apply to your top choice. You have done

your research, established your criteria and taken the tour — now it is time to apply to your top choice. Some preschools have ongoing enrollment but most follow the school year format. Acceptance letters go out in the spring for the following fall. Before you apply, find out the preschool’s admissions schedule and how many openings they will have and how many spots will be reserved for siblings of families already enrolled. Also, find out from the preschool when you can expect to hear from them, one way or another. It is okay to be persistent and let them know you and your family are interested, but don’t be a pest. If your child is waitlisted get specifics from the preschool. What number on the wait list is your child and does the preschool have a commitment from all returning families? If the school is accepting a total of 15 new children and you are way down on the wait list, it is time to consider another option. If you are concerned that your top choice or choices have way more applicants than spots it would be a wise idea to apply to more than one preschool even though there may be an application fee. 

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Perfect Preschool The Site Visit

Be prepared with this question checklist for you before you step foot into the school

1. First Impressions. Is the

preschool clean, organized and does it have a good feeling about it? Is the staff friendly, and are the teachers in control of the classroom? Inside, are there play areas?

Are toys and books in good shape and organized?

Outside is there enough room? Are there play areas and toys for all of the kids? Does the preschool feel safe inside and out? Does the preschool feel like a place your child can thrive in?

2. The Basics. What are the start and

end times for the core program? If extended care is an option, who manages this, and, where is it held?

What is the daily schedule, as well as the school holiday schedule? Are lunch and snacks provided? If not, is refrigeration available? Is the bathroom safe and centrally located with toddler sized facilities? What are the illness policies? Is the facility up to code? What are the emergency protocols? Have the teachers been trained in CPR, first aid and infection control?

3. Teachers and Staff. Is there

enough supervision? Does the teacher-child ratio match or exceed standards? Teacher turnover? What experience do the teachers have and how long have they been teaching at this school? How were they trained? Do the teachers seem happy? How is their interaction with the children? How do they balance the different needs of the children? Do they have a specific approach for teaching social-emotional skills? How do they communicate with the family on concerns? How often are parent-teacher conferences held?

4. Learning Environment.

Are the children doing the same project or do the

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children work independently? Are there a variety of learning materials in which children can explore their interests and learn new skills? Is there a focus on reading?

How do children decide what to do, when to do it and with whom? What support do teachers provide when a child gets stuck on a project? How are children motivated to participate? How are holidays integrated into the learning experience?

5. Family Involvement. How

involved are the families in the day-to-day operations of the preschool? What opportunities or organized events are available to meet other families during the school year? Is there a parent association? Are there required volunteer hours or monetary commitments beyond the tuition?

Are there fundraising events and what is the money raised used for? Are there opportunities for classroom observation? How do family members participate in celebrations?

6. Final Impression of the Visit. This is your gut check. Do you feel this

preschool is a great fit for your child? Did you feel comfortable with what you saw and the people you interacted with? Did your concerns get addressed? Any red flags you need to check up on? Were you encouraged to contact the school with any questions? Is there a clear next step in the process?

Every family has specific needs and many preschools can accommodate most needs. It is important to ask questions now. Don’t be afraid to discuss personal matters, one on one. Chances are the preschool has encountered a similar situation before and is up to the task or may be able to give you direction to an alternative resource. 

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his checklist is designed to help families select the right pre-k program for their children. It includes the program qualities and components that research says are most important for a child’s growth and development. It does not cover either basic health and safety standards that all licensed programs must meet and which vary by state or whether nutritious meals and snacks are provided.

Use the checklist when interviewing the school principal or pre-k center director and as a guide for your observation of the pre-k classroom. To find the best available pre-k program, you may need to visit two or three centers. Remember, this is only a tool to help guide your decision. You know your child best; so, ultimately, you must decide which program will best prepare your child for school.

When meeting with the Program Director Ask these questions: 1. Does the program have a state license, or if not, is it exempt from state licensing because it meets the school district’s standards instead?

2. Is the program accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children or any other nationally recognized accreditation organizations?

3. Does the lead teacher have a bachelor’s degree?

4. Does he/she have certification in early childhood education?

5. Does the classroom aide have specialized training in early childhood development?

6. Have the majority of the teachers been at the program for at least three years?

7. Has there been any teacher turnover in the last few years?

8. Do the teachers participate in 12 hours or more of in-service training each year?

9. Is there a system for helping teachers improve their teaching expertise?

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12. Does the room have separate learning centers (reading, art, dramatic play, writing, blocks, etc.) with interesting equipment and materials to encourage learning?

13. Does the teacher use a well-known, quality, pre-k curriculum to guide what is taught?

If yes: Does the curriculum prepare children for kindergarten based on the state standards for school readiness?

Does the curriculum take into account the various learning styles, cultures, disabilities, and languages of the children and their families?

Does the curriculum provide opportunities for the children to explore topics in detail and in multiple ways?

14. Does the class follow a daily routine that offers a variety of activities throughout the day? (i.e. art, make-believe play, outside play, reading, and science activities)

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15. Do children have outdoor unstructured playtime every day, except when the weather is extreme?

16. Does the class take at least two field trips a year?

17. Do activities change regularly so the children have a chance to learn new skills?

18. Do teachers have access to trained professionals such as a social worker, mental health consultant, and/or behavior specialist to help children who have challenging behaviors or attention problems?

19. If a child has a disability or special needs, does the school provide accommodations and support?

20. Are parents welcome to drop in without making an appointment?

21. Does the teacher have face-to-face or phone contact or provide regular e-mail or written reports with parent(s) at least twice a month?

22. Does the program hold parent/teacher conferences at least twice a year?

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23. Does the school have a number of ways for the parent(s) to be involved and help their child at home? (i.e. a school newsletter, classroom volunteers, family events, book or toy lending library) 24. Does the teacher keep the parent(s) regularly informed of the child’s progress and school activities in a language they can understand?

If yes, how often?

If the teacher does not speak the family’s language, how do they communicate?

Your own observations Spend at least an hour in the classroom. Ask yourself: 25. Do I feel welcome?

26. Are the teachers warm and caring with the children?

27. Do the teachers handle problems and conflicts in a positive manner?

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28. Do teachers have one-on-one conversations with children?

29. Do teachers work with children individually and in small groups of three or four?

30. Does staff show acceptance and respect to all children regardless of culture, race, language, or disability?

attractively displayed?

If yes, are there books in the appropriate languages for the children who don’t speak English?

37. Do the teachers encourage hands-on learning such as learning science concepts with water and sand or math through cooking?

31. Do the children appear to be happy and engaged in activities?

38. Do the display areas on the walls contain children’s artwork, writing samples, and photographs of class projects or activities?

32. Do the children have opportunities to select what they want to do at times throughout the day?

39. Are the furniture, playground equipment, and toys age appropriate, clean, and in good condition?

33. Are the children talking and interacting with each other?

40. When the children are outside, are the teachers engaged in and encouraging the children’s play?

34. Do the children seem to be working well with one another (sharing, playing cooperatively, and taking turns)?

41. Does each child have enough room indoors and outdoors to move around without interfering with other children’s play space? 

35. Do you see evidence that the teachers use a variety of methods to teach letters, numbers, shapes, and new vocabulary words?

Finally, review the preschool’s contract. Make sure you understand their policies on enrollment/withdrawel procedures, hours, fees, payment structure, vacation, sick days, illness policy and meals. Also, keep in mind that as your child grows, you and your child’s needs will change. Will the preschool be able to grow with your little one? 

36. Does the classroom have a library with a variety of books and other reading material?

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Saying Goodbye

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aying goodbye isn’t easy, especially the first day you leave your child with a caregiver. They key is to make these happy goodbyes, not sad ones.

Plan to stay for a bit, especially the first day. Walk around the room with your child, meet other kids, and play with some of the toys to help your child become comfortable with this new situation.

Be cheerful and upbeat. Your child will know by the sound of your voice if you’re worried or upset. Smile, laugh, and tell your child that you’ll be back soon.

Create a goodbye routine. Give your child a kiss to “hold” in his hand while you’re away, sing a special song together, or give an extra big bear hug.

Leave a favorite object behind. Bring along your child’s favorite stuffed animal, toy, or blanket to help ease the transition from home to school and keep your child from feeling lonely throughout the day.

Hold back from the “rescue.” Once you leave the room, try not to look back, even if you hear your child crying. Experienced caregivers know how to properly care for your child and if you run back, your child will think that he needs to be with you all the time. This will likely make it harder for your child to transition to school. If you need some reassurance that your child is well, wait for a few minutes outside the room or call later in the morning to check in.  Articles reprinted with permission from First 5 California. For more information please visit www.first5california.com/parents/

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The Quarry Lane Preschool

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he Quarry Lane School offers quality preschool programs for children ages 15 months to five years at two campuses in Pleasanton. Since 1991, our qualified teachers and dedicated staff have provided a safe and loving environment for young children as they begin their journey of lifelong learning.

A child’s first years are critical to their growth and success in life; our preschool programs strive to balance nurturing and caring with a young child’s growing need for both structure and independence. With this balance in mind, we hope to instill in our students a lifelong joy and excitement for learning that will continue with them throughout their educational path. Our goal at Quarry Lane is to develop the child in a learning environment that promotes self-esteem, encourages natural creativity, and provides a solid academic foundation.

The Quarry Lane School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), the National Independent Private Schools Association (NIPSA) and the National Council for Private School Accreditation (NCPSA). The preschool program directors are members of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

In addition to the developmental, academic-based curriculum of our toddler and preschool programs, The Quarry Lane School offers an awardwinning curriculum for Junior Kindergarten and Kindergarten through the elementary, middle and high school years.

Visit us online to get more information, schedule a tour, or RSVP for an Open House: www.QuarryLane.org/Preschool

Quarry Lane offers an academic preschool curriculum with an emphasis on phonics and math skills. We foster social and emotional growth through our center play activities in the classroom giving children the confidence to begin their journey through school. We balance your child’s experience with specialty classes in music, Spanish, computer, physical education and library visits. With both full and half day schedules, our program prepares children for future success with a wide range of learning experiences as they move through many developmental stages.

2 Campuses in Pleasanton for Toddler, Preschool and Pre-K www.quarrylane.org

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Choice in Learning Montessori

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leasant Hill's first intergenerational preschool using the Montessori philosophy to educate the whole child from ages two through six. We further encourage our children to respect the dignity of all people by sharing in activities with our elderly friends next door at Choice in Aging.

Our Site Director has worked with children for 26 years. She started out as a substitute teacher, earned her AMS credential, and was head teacher for the 3-6 year old program working at the same school for 23 years before coming to Choice in Learning. Through the years she has had the opportunity to mentor numerous teachers. She has 14 years of experience working as a site director.

Choice in Learning is fortunate to have a well rounded staff that has been in the field of Early Childhood Education for many years. Our head teachers have an average of 20 years classroom experience. The assistants in each environment have worked in the field an average of 15 years each. This staff enjoyed working with each other so much that we moved to Choice in Learning as a team.

young child in the spirit of Montessori while at the same time challenging the child to become part of a global environment governed by mindfulness toward young and aging alike.

WHERE WE ARE NOW: We are currently open and accepting applications for school year enrollment.

Hours of operation: 7 AM - 6 PM For Inquiries or Questions: (925) 687-5321 info@cilmontessori.org We are proud to be a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (Tax ID #94-2822559)

Lic# 073408243

We have built this school from the ground up, remaining true to the Montessori philosophy while adding our own touches to turn the site into a place where children and families feel welcome and supported. Our purpose is to educate the

490 Golf Club Road | Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 925-687-5321 | www.cilmontessori.org

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The Renaissance International School

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he Renaissance International School is a Montessori school providing students with a high-quality education designed to create compassionate, capable, confident, creative individuals who are prepared for life.

INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY Central to the school’s philosophy is to provide children with an international center of learning and culture that is open, supportive, and multidisciplinary where they develop and achieve their highest potential.

Both our faculty and students represent an international community with more than 30 countries and nearly every ethnic group and major world religion represented. We welcome all families and work closely with parents to foster our view of school as an extension of home.

EACH STUDENT IS UNIQUE The basis of our approach is that children learn most effectively though direct experience and the process of investigation and discovery. No two students learn at the same pace, nor do they necessarily learn best from the same methods.

We are flexible and creative in addressing each student as a unique individual.

MUSIC, ART, LANGUAGE IMMERSION Our Montessori program has a strong music, visual arts, and language immersion component.

LANGUAGE IMMERSION Our students thrive in our trilingual immersion environment (English/Spanish/French). Students progress individually under the guidance of native speakers.

MUSIC Our music curriculum addresses the musical needs of children beginning in early childhood.

VISUAL ARTS Creativity, imagination, personal expression, self-direction, coordination, critical thinking, and problem solving are encouraged in our studio art program. Lessons are given individually, based on the student’s age, developmental level and personal interests.

SCHEDULE A TOUR We hold tours on a regular basis. Check our website for tour dates, call for tour information: 510-5318566, or email Tours@therenaissanceschool.org

Students develop a strong sense of independence, self-confidence, and self-discipline. Our education is of the heart as much as an education of the mind.

The Renaissance International School is a school where children blossom!

Lic# 010214382

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East Bay German International School Early Education

The East Bay German International School (EBGIS) is a dual-language immersion school offering preschool through eighth grade programs. EBGIS’s integrated curriculum combines bilingual German and English instruction with project-based learning and cross-cultural experiences. Small class sizes allow EBGIS teachers to nurture and support each student based on their unique needs.

The EBGIS Early Childhood Program employs a play-based and project-oriented approach widely used in Germany that is implemented by a highly trained and experienced international faculty. The curriculum incorporates early immersion principles to expand children’s communicative competencies in German and English. Free and guided play are employed to teach and inspire. In-class projects are developed by an interdisciplinary team based on seasonal rhythms and students’ observed interests.

These multidimensional projects cover content areas such as language, intercultural studies, science, mathematics, music, movement and art in a developmentally appropriate and engaging way.

The development of social and emotional skills infuses every school day.

successfully to the EBGIS grades program.

EBGIS accepts preschool students beginning at 24 months of age. The regular school day runs from 8:30am to 2pm with drop-off beginning at 8am.

Extended day options, including age-appropriate enrichment classes, are available until 6pm.

The spacious and centrally located campus features large modern classrooms with ample natural light, a bilingual library, and generous play space. The preschool program includes a dedicated mini-campus adjacent to the main campus, providing preschoolers indoor and outdoor spaces of their own while allowing participation in all-school celebrations and activities.

Contact us to schedule a visit: admissions@ebgis.org

No prior knowledge of German is needed for admission to EBGIS preschool and kindergarten programs. Students acquire German through an immersion process including developmentally appropriate pre-academic curricular content. EBGIS preschoolers and kindergarteners – about half of whom do not speak German at home – transition

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Nomura Preschool

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elcome to Nomura Preschool.

Nomura Preschool is a nurturing environment for children ages two to five years old, serving Albany, El Cerrito, Berkeley, Richmond, Hercules and other East Bay families since 1964.

Our dedicated, experienced preschool teachers provide a balanced program that includes age-appropriate academics, enriching art and music, creative free play and stimulating physical activities.

Open 7:00am to 6:00pm, Monday through Friday, year round.

1711 Carlson Blvd Richmond Annex, CA 94804

Please contact us to schedule a tour or find out about the next Open House.

510.526.7847 www.nomurapreschool.com Conveniently located near the El Cerrito Del Norte and Plaza BART stations

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Multiple Locations Throughout the Bay Area www.stratfordschools.com

t Stratford School, high expectations yield extraordinary results. Our advanced yet intentionally balanced curriculum starts early to inspire and nurture the minds and hearts of every student. Our caring and passionate teachers cultivate a fun and nurturing classroom environment.

Beginning in Preschool, Stratford’s curriculum is designed to develop the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical building blocks. Hands-on, multisensory activities, including our Imaginative STEAM Play, encourage preschoolers to play and share with others so each child discovers the joy and excitement of learning. Stratford School prepares students to become the future generation of creative problemsolvers, imaginative innovators, and confident, insightful leaders. For more information visit www.stratfordschool.com today!

The Child Unique Montessori School

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UR MISSION is to create a warm, supportive environment, that fosters creativity, curiosity, self-confidence and independence within a diverse community. We empower students to become compassionate models of peace and advocates for social justice.

2226 Encinal Avenue Alameda, CA 94501 510.521.0595 x1 www.thechildunique.org

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We maintain tight ratios and small classes across 3 diverse campuses to ensure educational excellence and attention to a robust curriculum, which helps children become critical thinkers, world learners and peacemakers. We have a strong emphasis in cultural subjects, including the arts. We help children engage in living, cutting edge education and are committed to maintaining an environment that creates a curiosity about learning, while engendering a love, respect and understanding of self and others.

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Stratford School

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The Saklan School

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elebrating our 65th Anniversary Year in 2019!

Saklan students are challenged to think creatively, act compassionately, and live courageously. Our Pre-K program exposes students to developmentally appropriate material in a dynamic mix of play, exploration, social-emotional learning, and fun.

Introducing the building blocks for a successful transition to Kindergarten, our caring teachers inspire academic growth while nurturing each child’s unique development, fostering a true love of learning.

1678 School St. Moraga, CA 94556 925-376-7900 www.saklan.org

Students benefit from our Pre-K through 8thgrade program by buddying with older students and participating in Spanish, Music, and Physical Education specialist classes several times each week. Friday assemblies and an all-school concert at the Lesher Center are just two of the ways we build confidence and public speaking skills.

Please visit our website for more information or to sign up for an Open House!

Les Petits Francophones Les Petits Francophones provides a French immersion preschool experience in a safe, joyful environment that recognizes each child's uniqueness and fosters growth, exploration, movement and connection to each other and the world.

Our curriculum offers a balance of child initiated activities as well as teacher lead activities to allow each child to prosper academically and developmentally using his or her preferred styles.

"We absolutely love les Petits Francophones!! Not only is it an amazing environment, curriculum, small student to teacher ration, perfect blend of learning through creative play, and supportive community of parents.".

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roadmoor is a play-based, parent operated cooperative preschool in San Leandro. Since 1939 we have fostered the development of parents and children within our families, our school, and our community.

We offer half-day classes for children ages 3-5.

Students engage in age-appropriate exploration of science, math, art, music, cooking, games, and outside play. Parents work in the classroom one day each week, and attend parent education meetings on a variety of topics.

We are still enrolling for 2019/20!

Visit our website for details and to download an application.

951 Dowling Blvd San Leandro, CA 94577 510-569-5327 www.broadmoorpreschool.org

Also available: Tot-Time for 2 year olds and summer camps.

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Child Development Centers

* Pleasanton * San Jose * Palo Alto HeadsUp! Child Development Centers encourage children to fulfill their full potential. The goal of the centers is to help make every child a HeadsUp! child: bright, alert, motivated, independent, self-confident, and social. Our dual-career families know their children are receiving the finest care and developmental guidance available.

4671 Chabot Drive Pleasanton, Ca 94588 Tiffany Baptiste, Administrator (925) 463-2885 www.headsup.org www.ParentsPress.com

• Year-round, full-day program for ages 0-6 • Individualized Montessori curriculum • Bilingual Chinese-English classroom option • International curriculum (Chinese, Spanish) • Focus on thinking skills & personal values • Cultivation of gifts & talents

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PRESCHOOL LISTINGS

Preschool Address City • Phone Website

Ages Served # of Children at Facility Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care

Monthly Tuition Accredited Facility?

Diapers Accepted?

Education Based?

Home or Center Meals Provided?

Special Needs?

Transportation?

The Child Unique Montessori School - Encinal Campus, p. 29

PK - 1st grade Up to 70 children

Center

2226 Encinal Ave. Alameda • 510-521-9227 http://www.thechildunique.org

7:00 am - 6:00 pm

$555 -$1,730 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

The Child Unique Montessori School - Pacific Campus, p. 29

18 mos - 3 yrs Up to 70 children

Center

2212 Pacific Ave. Alameda • 510-521-9227 http://www.thechildunique.org

7:00 am - 6:00 pm

$555 -$1,730 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

The Child Unique Montessori School - Taylor Campus, p. 29

PK - 1st grade Up to 70 children

Center

1400 Sixth St. Alameda • 510-521-0595 http://www.thechildunique.org

7:00 am - 6:00 pm

$555 -$1,730 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based Varies

Home Based

Alameda

Peek A Boo Preschool 3112 Windsor Drive Alameda • 510-522-5539 peekaboopreschool.com

Peter Pan Academy 3171 MeCartney Road Alameda • 510-523-4080

2.75 yr - 5 Up to 12 children 7:30 am - 12:00 pm 6 wks - 5 yrs Up to 75 children

Special Needs Accepted

Special Needs Accepted

Special Needs Accepted

Diapers Accepted Education Based Varies

6:30 am - 6:00 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Tiny Treasures Preschool

2 - 5 yrs

Varies

1803 N Loop Rd Alameda • 510-995-5383 www.ttpreschoolalameda.org

6:30 am - 6:00 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted Center

Alamo Creative Learning Center 120 Hemme Avenue Alamo • 925-837-4044 www.clcalamo.com

2.9 to Entering Kindergarten Up to 52 children 7:30 am - 3:30 pm

Please call for rate

Center Meals Provided

2.75 yr - 5 Up to 24 children 9:00 am - 12:30 pm and 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm

$328 - $440

Center

3 yr - 5 Up to 14 children

PT and FT options

Home

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Transportation Available

2 yr - 5 Up to 33 children Christian 6:30 am - 6:00 pm

$437 - $800 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Albany Albany Preschool 850 Masonic Ave Albany • 510-600-3416 http://albanypreschool.org/

The Creative Play Center 1151 Portland Ave. Albany • 510-524-9399 www.CreativePlayCenterAlbany.com

Antioch Hilltop Christian Preschool 2200 Country Hills Drive Antioch • 925-779-9297 www.hilltopcs.org

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Ages Served # of Children at Facility Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care

Monthly Tuition Accredited Facility?

Diapers Accepted?

Education Based?

Home or Center Meals Provided?

Special Needs?

Transportation?

Pearlite Montessori House

2 yr - 6 Up to 8 children

Varies Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

Home Based Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted

2409 Pearlite Way Antioch • 925-755-8807

7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Sonshine Home Christian Preschool

3 yr - 5 Up to 14 children

1324 Putnam Street Antioch • 925-757-2194

8:45 am - 11:45 am

The Child Day Schools, p. 11 112 E. Tregallas Road Antioch • 925-754-0144 www.tcdschools.com

Home Based Diapers Accepted Education Based

Special Needs Accepted

Please call for rates; Subsidized State Preschool avail. for qualified families.

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided

2.5 yr - 5 Up to 14 children 8:30 am - 1:00 pm Ext care avail

$1,000

Home

2 yr - 5 Up to 69 children Reform Judaism 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Varies

Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Special Needs Accepted

2 yr - 5 Up to 91 children 8:00 am - 5:30 pm

$918 - $1,500 Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

2.3 yr - 5 Up to 12 children 8:30 am - 1:30 pm Ext care avail

$980 - $1,340

Home Based Meals Provided

2 yr - 5 Up to 53 children

$680 - $1,700

2 - 4 years old, AfterSchool 6:30 am - 6:30 pm

Transportation available (for school-age)

Berkeley Benvenue Children’s House 3027 Benvenue Ave Berkeley • 510-333-3198

Beth El Nursery School Berkeley • 510-848-9428

Duck’s Nest Preschool 1411 Fourth Street Berkeley • 510-527-2331

Frog Hollow Nursery School 1635 Jaynes Street Berkeley • 510-525-2566

Gay Austin School 1611 Hopkins St Berkeley • 510-526-2815 GayAustinSchool.com

Special Needs Accepted Education Based

Diapers Accepted Education Based

8:30 am - 5:30 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Golden Gate Kids Preschool

1.5 yr - 5

Please call for rate

1450 Sixth Street Berkeley • 510-525-4841 www.goldengate-kids.com

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Griffin Nursery School 2410 Prince Street Berkeley • 510-845-2025 griffinnurseryschool.org

Little Elephant Too! 2008 McGee Ave Berkeley • 510-679-5056 www.littleelephant.net/

Mi Mundo Preschool 1866 Alcatraz Ave Berkeley • 510-652-1172 www.mimundopreschool.com

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2.75 yr - 5 Up to 18 children

$640 - $730

8:30 am - Differs by age

Education Based

3 - 6 yrs 21-22 children

Varies

Center

Center

Center

Center Snacks Provided

Education Based 8:00 am - 6:00 pm 2.6 yr - 5 Up to 29 children 8:00 am - 5:15 pm

$850 - $1,375 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

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Preschool Address City • Phone Website

PRESCHOOL LISTINGS

Preschool Address City • Phone Website

Ages Served # of Children at Facility Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care

Monthly Tuition Accredited Facility?

Diapers Accepted?

Education Based?

Home or Center Meals Provided?

Special Needs?

Transportation?

The Model School

3 months to 6 years Up to 80 children

Please call for rate Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted

Varies

Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Special Needs Accepted

Varies

Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted

2330 Prince St. Berkeley • 510-549-2711 TheModelSchool.org

Nia House Learning Center 2234 9th Street Berkeley • 510-845-6099

7:00 am - 6:00 pm 18 mos - 6 Up to 50 children 7:30 am - 5:45 pm

St. John’s Childcare Center Berkeley • 510-549-9342

3 mos - 5 Up to 45 children 7:30 am - 6:00 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Castro Valley ABC Preschool and Daycare 20135 San Miguel Ave Castro Valley • 510-581-5577

Early Bird Montessori School

2 - 6 years Up to 41 children

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Age 2-6

Please see website

22781 Canyon Court Castro Valley • 510-581-3729 www.montessoricastrovalley.com

Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based 6 wks - 5 6:00 am - 6:00 pm

Please see website

Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based

2490 Grove Way Castro Valley • 510-581-5088 www.hisgrowinggrove.com

Montessori School at Five Canyons

Center

7:00 am - 6:00 pm 4779 Heyer Avenue Castro Valley • 510 329-7344 www.earlybirdmontessori.com

His Growing Grove Child Care Center

Varies

18 mos - 6 Up to 120 children 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

$1,150

Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Special Needs Accepted

Concord Concordia School, The 2353 Fifth Ave Concord • 925-689-9610

First Lutheran Preschool 4006 Concord Blvd Concord • 925-798-5330 flpsconcord.org

Kidz-Planet Learning Center 5100 Clayton Rd Concord • 925-825-3012 www.kidz-planet.org

2 yr - 6th grade Up to 34 children 7:00 am - 6:30 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based

2 yr - 5 Lutheran 6:30 am - 6:00 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based

6 wks - 6 Up to 40 children

Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided

7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Step by Step Montessori Preschool

2 yr - 6 Up to 40 children

1507 Heather Drive Concord • 925-825-4364 stepbystepschools.com

7:00 am - 6:00 pm

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Ages Served # of Children at Facility Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care

Monthly Tuition Accredited Facility?

Diapers Accepted?

Education Based?

Home or Center Meals Provided?

Special Needs?

Transportation?

Wood Rose Academy & Preschool

2 yr - 8th grade Up to 56 children Roman Catholic 6:45 am - 6:00 pm

$900 - $1,000

Center Meals Provided

2 yr - 5 Up to 110 children

Please call for rate Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided

2.5 yr - 5 Up to 102 children Christian 8:30 am - 11:30 am

Please call for rate

Center

Fountainhead Montessori School, p. 9

2 yr - 6 Up to 90 children

Please call for rate

939 El Pintado Rd Danville • 925-820-1343 www.fms.org

7:00 am - 6:30 pm

4347 Cowell Road Concord • 925-825-5493

PRESCHOOL LISTINGS

Preschool Address City • Phone Website

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Danville Autumn Creek Learning Center 14 Osborn Way Danville • 925-743-4187 www.autumncreek-lc.com

Community Presbyterian Preschool 222 W El Pintado Rd Danville • 925-837-3316 www.cpcdanville.org

Garden Montessori School

7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Diapers Accepted for 2.5s Education Based

Diapers Accepted Education Based

3 yr - 6 Up to 19 children 8:55-11:25 am and 12:002:30 pm

Varies Accredited

2.6 yr - 5 Varies Non Denominational Half-day and full-day sessions

Varies Accredited

PS - Grade 2 Varies Non Denominational Half-day and full-day sessions

Varies Accredited

Fountainhead Montessori School, p. 9

2 yr - 6 Up to 90 children

Please call for rate

6665 Amador Plaza Rd Dublin • 925-829-2963 www.fms.org

7:00 am - 6:30 pm

Joyful Kids Academy Bilingual Preschool

2 yr - 5 Up to 60 children

7250 Amador Valley Blvd Dublin • 925-560-8603

7:30 am - 6:30 pm

495 Verona Avenue Danville • 925-837-2969

Stratford School - Blackhawk, p. 11, 29 3201 Camino Tassajara Danville • 925-648-4900 www.stratfordschools.com

Stratford School - Sycamore, p. 11, 29 2615 Camino Tassajara Danville • 925-648-0500 www.stratfordschools.com

Center

Center Special Needs Accepted

Education Based Center

Education Based Center

Education Based

Dublin

Little Genius Montessori 6837 Amador Valley Blvd Dublin • 925-803-5867

2 yr - 6 Up to 30 children 7:30 am - 6:00 pm

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Diapers Accepted Education Based Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based Please call for rate Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted Center Meals Provided

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Preschool Address City • Phone Website

Ages Served # of Children at Facility Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care

Monthly Tuition Accredited Facility?

Diapers Accepted?

Education Based?

Seed2Sprout Learning Center

2 yr - 6

4288 Dublin Blvd, Suite 206 Dublin • 925-828-2468 www.Seed2Sprout.org

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Casa Cerrito Preschool

3 - 5 yrs

Call for rates

6927 Portola Dr. El Cerrito • 510-559-7032 www.el-cerrito.org

8:30 am - 5:30 pm

El Cerrito Preschool Cooperative (ECPC)

3 yr - 5 Up to 28 children

7200 Moeser Lane El Cerrito • 510-526-1916

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Home or Center Meals Provided?

Special Needs?

Transportation?

Center

El Cerrito

Sycamore Christian Preschool

Center

Center Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

2.5 yr - 5 Up to 24 children Christian 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

$1,040

1111 Navellier St. El Cerrito • 510-527-9522 sycamore-preschool.org

Teeter Tots

24 mos - 3.5 yrs

Call for rates

7007 Moeser Ln. El Cerrito • 510-559-7006 www.el-cerrito.org

8:30 am - 12:30 pm

Center Special Needs Accepted Center

Diapers Accepted

El Sobrante East Bay Waldorf School 3800 Clark Road El Sobrante • 510-222-3297 www. eastbaywaldorf.org

3 - 4.9 yrs Waldorf / DevelopmentallyAppropriate 8:30 am - 12:45 pm or 5:30 pm

$715 - $1,025

Center Snack Provided

2 - 5 yrs Co-Ed Non Denominational 8 am to 2 pm (extended day until 6 pm)

$1,979 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Meals Provided

7:30 am - 6:00 pm 2 yr - 6 Up to 60 children Christian 7:30 am - 6:00 pm

$500 - $980 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided

2 yr - 6 Up to 70 children

$290 weekly

Center

Play Based

Emeryville East Bay German International School Early Education, pgs. 3, 27 1070 41st St. Emeryville • 510-679-2199 www.ebgis.org/

Fremont ABC Magic Moments 2367 Jackson St Fremont • 510-656 3722

Daniel Christian Academy 39608 Sundale Dr. Fremont • 510-279-9859

Genius Kids Mowry Campus 3645 Mowry Ave Fremont • 510-896-8764

8:00 am - 6:30 pm

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Ages Served # of Children at Facility Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care

Monthly Tuition Accredited Facility?

Diapers Accepted?

Education Based?

Home or Center Meals Provided?

Special Needs?

Transportation?

Genius Kids Warmsprings

2 yr - 6 Up to 60 children

$1,000 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted Transportation Available Center

46132 Warmsprings Blvd,# 101 Fremont • 510-999-7704

8:00 am - 6:30 pm

Kimberhills Preschool

1.5 yr - 5+ Up to 130 children Christian 7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Varies

39700 Mission Blvd Fremont • 510-651-5437

Learn and Play Montessori School

2 yr - 6 7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

0 yr - 6 Up to 75 children

Varies

Center

7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Transportation Available

2 yr - 6 7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

2.5 yrs - 5 Up to 140 children Christian 7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Varies

Center

505 Driscoll Road Fremont • 510-656-1359

Montessori Children’s Center

3 mos - 12

Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

3 mos - 12

Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

2.9 mos - 5 yrs Up to 75 children Lutheran 7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Please call for rate

Center Meals Provided

6 wks and up

Please call for rate

Diapers Accepted Education Based

7220 Maple Street Fremont • 510-713-2402

The Lil Genius Kid 34183 & 34141 Fremont Blvd Fremont • 510-713-2431

Little Flowers Montessori 4343 Stevenson Blvd Fremont • 510-651-2605

Little Lamb Ministries

33170 Lake Mead Drive Fremont • 510-489-7510

Montessori Children’s House 1901 Washington Boulevard Fremont • 510-490-1727

Our Savior Lutheran Preschool 858 Washington Blvd Fremont • 510-657-9269

Palm Academy 2856 Washington Blvd Fremont • 510-777-6677 www.palmacademy.com

Stratford Schools, p. 11, 29 38495 Fremont Bl. Fremont • 510-713-8900 www.stratfordschools.com

Special Needs Accepted

Education Based Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based Preschool - Middle School Up to 220 children Non Denominational Half-day and full-day sessions

Varies Accredited

Center

Education Based

Hayward Cherubim’s Children’s Center 30540 Mission Blvd Hayward • 510-471-7713 www.cherubimscc.com

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3 mos - 5 Up to 20 children

Center Accredited Diapers Accepted

7:00 am – 6:00 pm

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Preschool Address City • Phone Website

PRESCHOOL LISTINGS

Preschool Address City • Phone Website

Ages Served # of Children at Facility Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care

Monthly Tuition Accredited Facility?

Diapers Accepted?

Education Based?

Home or Center Meals Provided?

Special Needs?

Transportation?

Creative Kids Children’s Center

4 mos - entering 1st Up to 40 children 7:30 am - 5:30 pm

Varies

2894 D Street Hayward • 510-888-9122

Center Meals Provided

Eiffel Tower Montessori

2 yr - 5

Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

Elmhurst Learning Center

2 yr - 11

380 Elmhurst Street Hayward • 510-786-1289

Center Meals Provided

7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based

2 yr - 5 Up to 79 children 6:30 am - 6:00 pm

Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

26221 Gading Road Hayward • 510-786-3641

Li’l Angels Child Care

infant - 5 6:30 am - 6:30 pm

Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

28924 Ruus Road Hayward • 510-670-9007

$486 - $1,310 Accredited Diapers Accepted

Center

Please call for rate

Center

493 Blanche Hayward • 510-475-1762

His Kids Childrens Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Kensington Kensington Nursery School 52 Arlington Ave. Kensington • 510-524-7963 www.kns-ca.org

2.75 yr - 5 Up to 38 children 7:30 am – 6:00 pm

Skytown Parent Co-operative Preschool

1.5 yr - K Up to 34 children

1 Lawson Rd. Kensington • 510-526-8481

8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Diapers Accepted

Lafayette Happy Days Learning Center, p. 10

2 yr - 5th grade Up to 84 children

3205 Stanley Blvd.

Lafayette • 925-932-8088 www.happydayslafayette.com

7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Joyful Beginnings Preschool 955 Moraga Rd. Lafayette • 925-284-1143 joyfulbeginnings.blog.com

Lafayette Nursery School 979 First St. Lafayette • 925-284-1639 http://www.lafayettenurseryschool.org

Old Firehouse School, p. 18 984 Moraga Rd Lafayette • 925-284-4321

Seedlings Preschool 49 Knox Drive Lafayette • 925-284-3870

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Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based

2 yr - 5 Up to 45 children Christian Values 8:45 am - 11:45 am

$260 - 550

2 yr - 5.5 Up to 60 children

Varies

Center Meals Provided Transportation Available Center Meals Provided

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Diapers Accepted

Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted

Times differs by age 12 mos - 5 Up to 80 children 8:00 am - 5:30 pm 6 mos - 6 Up to 100 children Presbyterian 9:15 am - 2:15 pm

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Center Meals Provided

$263 - $880

Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Special Needs Accepted

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Ages Served # of Children at Facility Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care

Monthly Tuition Accredited Facility?

Diapers Accepted?

Education Based?

Home or Center Meals Provided?

Special Needs?

Transportation?

The Child Day Schools, p. 11

2-3 years old (Preschool); Fours (Pre-K); Kindergarten 6:45 am - 6:15 pm

Please call for rates

Center Meals Provided

1 yr - 8th grade Up to 36 children

$155 - $275

9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Education Based

1.5 yr - 6 Up to 75 children 6:30 am - 6:00 pm

$250 Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

18 mos - 5 Up to 132 children

$1,500 - $1,800

Center Meals Provided

1049 Stuart Street Lafayette • 925-284-7092 www.tcdschools.com

Viva el Español, p. 11 3451 Golden Gate Way Lafayette • 925-962-9177 www.vivaelespanol.org

PRESCHOOL LISTINGS

Preschool Address City • Phone Website

Diapers Accepted Education Based Center

Livermore Best Friends Campus 2828 Marina Livermore • 925-443-1700

The Child Development Center Building 2300, 3000 Campus Hill Drive Livermore • 925-424-1560 www.laspositascollege.edu/ childdevelopmentcenter

Transportation Available

7:30 am - 5:30 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based

3820 East Ave. Livermore • 925-455-5564

0 yr - 12 Up to 72 children 7:30 am - 6:00 pm

$850 Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided

Fountainhead Montessori School, p. 9

1.8 yr - 5 Up to 54 children

Please call for rate

Center

949 Central Avenue Livermore • 925-820-1343 www.fms.org

7:00 am - 6:30 pm

Christian World Pre-School

Holy Cross Lutheran School 1020 Mocho Street Livermore • 925-447-1864

Livermore Playschool 5261 East Avenue Livermore • 925-447-6042 www.livermoreplayschool.com

Valley Montessori School, p. 18 1273 N. Livermore Avenue Livermore • 925-455-8021 www.valleymontessorischool.com

Diapers Accepted Education Based

2 yr - 5 Up to 100 children Holy Cross Lutheran 8:00 am - 3:30 pm

Please call for rate

Center

2 yr - 5 Up to 48 children

Please call for rate

Center

7:00 am - 6:00 pm 18 mos - Grade 8 Up to 425 children

Diapers Accepted Education Based $980 - $1,450 Accredited Diapers Accepted

Center Meals Provided

Please call for rate

Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted Transportation Available

7:30 am - 6:00 pm

Martinez Forest Hills Preschool and Child Care

3 mos - 6 Up to 97 children

5834 Alhambra Ave Martinez • 925-370-1601

6:30 am - 6:00 pm

Helping Hands Christian Preschool 1865 Arnold Drive Martinez • 925-229-2975

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2 yr - 5 Up to 30 children Christian 8:30 am - 12:00 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based Varies

Center Meals Provided

Diapers Accepted Education Based

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Preschool Address City • Phone Website

Ages Served # of Children at Facility Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care

Monthly Tuition Accredited Facility?

Diapers Accepted?

Education Based?

Home or Center Meals Provided?

Special Needs?

Transportation?

St. Catherine Preschool

2.75 yr - 5 Up to 40 children Catholic 8:30 am - 12:00 pm

Please call for rate Accredited

Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted

1.5 yr - 5 Up to 175 children 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

2 yr - 5 Up to 50 children

Varies

Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Special Needs Accepted

Toddlers (12 months); Preschool (2-3 years); Pre-K (4 years); Jr.-K (young 5’s) 6:45 am - 6:15 pm

Please call for rates

Center Meals Provided

3 yr - 5 Up to 32 children

$1,450 Accredited

7:30 am - 6:00 pm

Play-Education Based

2 yr - 6 7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

2 yr - 6 7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

2 yr - 6 7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

3 mos - 11 Up to 60 children 7:30 am – 6:00 pm

Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted

infant - 5 Up to 85 children

$1,310 - $2,700 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted

Varies

Center Meals Provided

1125 Ferry St. Martinez • 925-229-2255

Education Based

Moraga Growing Tree Preschool 1695 Canyon Road Moraga • 925-376-8280

Mulberry Tree Preschool 1455 St. Mary’s Rd. Moraga • 925-376-1751 www.mulberrytreepreschool.com

The Child Day Schools, p. 11 372 Park Street Moraga • 925-376-5110 www.tcdschools.com

The Saklan School, p. 30 1678 School Street Moraga • 925-376-7900 www.saklan.org

8:45 am - 3:00 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based Center Snack Provided

Newark Little Flowers Montessori 37815 Birch St Newark • 510-793-0000

Little Flowers Montessori 5801 Jarvis Ave Newark • 510-794-8350

Montessori School in Newark 35660 Cedar Boulevard Newark • 510-792-4546

Oakland Betty’s Children’s Academy Oakland • 510-430-8789

BlueSkies for Children 3021 Brookdale Avenue Oakland • 510-261-1076 www.blueskies4children.org

7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Bright Future Early Learning Center

3 mos - K Up to 52 children

1515 Clay Street, Suite 146 Oakland • 510-835-4012 www.4c-alameda.org

7:30 am – 5:30 pm

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Diapers Accepted Play Based Please call for rate

7:30 am – 6:00 pm

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Diapers Accepted Education Based

More Preschools at www.ParentsPress.com

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Chatham School - Redwood 4500 Redwood Rd Oakland • 510-531-1302 www.chathampreschool.com

Color Me Children 8115 Fontaine St. Oakland • 510-430-1322

Grand Lake Montessori, p. 10 466 Chetwood St. Oakland • 510-836-4313 grandlakemontessori.com

Growing Light Montessori School Oakland • 510-336-9897 www.growinglight.net

7:30 am – 6:00 pm

Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based

18 mos - K Up to 180 children

See website for tuition

7:00 am - 6:00 pm 2 yr - 1st Grade Entry Up to 64 children

2yr - 5 Up to 40 children

4101 Park Boulevard Oakland • 510-214-6711 www.lespetitsfrancophones.org

7:30 am - 6:00 pm

The Renaissance International School, p. 25, Back Cover

2 yr - 9th grade Up to 160 children

3650 Dimond Ave. Oakland • 510-531-8566 www.TheRenaissanceSchool.org

7:30 am - 6:00 pm

Rockridge Montessori School, p. 2

Please call for rate

Please call for rate

Les Petits Francophones, pgs. 13, 30

5951 College Avenue Oakland • 510-420-1200 www.rockridgelittleschool.com

Home or Center Meals Provided?

Special Needs?

Transportation?

2 yr - K Up to 62 children 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

7:30 am - 6:00 pm

Rockridge Little School

Monthly Tuition Accredited Facility?

Diapers Accepted?

Education Based?

PRESCHOOL LISTINGS

Preschool Address City • Phone Website

Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based $1,406 - $1,600 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

$850 - $1,985

Center

Diapers Accepted

2 yr - 6 Up to 41 children 8:00 am - 5:30 pm

$2,183 - $3,397

Center

$1,200 - $1,675 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

infant - 5

Center

7:30 am - 6:00 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based

2 yr - 6 Up to 225 children

Please call for rate Accredited

7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Education Based

2 yr - 5 Up to 90 children Jewish 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

$675 - $1,880

Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Special Needs Accepted

Fountainhead Montessori School, p. 9

2 yr - 6 Up to 90 children

Please call for rate

Center

30 Santa Maria Way Orinda • 925-254-7110 www.fms.org

7:00 am - 6:30 pm

5633 Manila Av Oakland • 510-652-7021 www.rockridgemontessori.org

Saint Vincent’s Day Home 1086 Eighth Street Oakland • 510-832-8324 www.svdh@svdh.org

Temple Sinai Preschool 2808 Summit St. Oakland • 510-832-6800

Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted

Orinda

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Diapers Accepted Education Based

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Preschool Address City • Phone Website

Ages Served # of Children at Facility Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care

Monthly Tuition Accredited Facility?

Diapers Accepted?

Education Based?

Home or Center Meals Provided?

Special Needs?

Transportation?

Holy Shepherd Christian Preschool

2 yr - 5 Up to 25 children Christian 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Please call for rate

Center

18 mos - 5 Up to 24 children

Please call for rate

433 Moraga Way Orinda • 925-254-3429 www.holyshepherd.org

St. John Preschool 501 Moraga Way Orinda • 925-254-4470 www.stjohnorinda.com

7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Piedmont Happy Together Preschool

2 yr - 5 Up to 20 children Jewish cultural 8:30 am - 2:30 pm

$680 - $1,340

1300 Grand Ave Piedmont • 510-547-2424 x214 www.happytogetherpreschool.com

Linda Beach Cooperative Preschool

2.75 yr - 4 Up to 20 children

$300 - $345 Accredited

400 Highland Ave Piedmont • 510-547-4432 www.lindabeach.org

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

The Renaissance International School, p. 25, Back Cover

2 yr - 9th grade Up to 160 children

5201 Park Blvd.

Piedmont • 510-531-8566 www.TheRenaissanceSchool.org

7:30 am - 6:00 pm

Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based Center Special Needs Accepted

$2,183 - $3,397

Center

Please call for rate

Center

Pleasant Hill Alice’s Montessori 105 Astrid Drive Pleasant Hill • 925-947-0606 www.alicesmontessori.com

Choice in Learning, p. 5, 24 490 Golf Club Rd Pleasant Hill • 925-687-5321 cilmontessori.org

Creative Play Center 2323 Pleasant Hill Road Pleasant Hill • 925-974-6820

2 yr - 6 Up to 30 children 7:00 am - 6:00 pm 2 yr - 6 Up to 90 children 7:00 am - 6:00 pm 2.8 yr - 4 20-22 per class

Diapers Accepted Education Based Please call for rate

Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based $127 - $276

Center

Diapers Accepted

Special Needs Accepted

Please call for rate

Center

Varies

Hummingbird Preschool Academy

3 mos - 1st grade Up to 72 children

1715 Oak Park Blvd Pleasant Hill • 925-946-0111 hummingbirdpreschoolacademy.com

6:30 am - 6:00 pm

Pioneer Montessori School 2702 Pleasant Hill Road Pleasant Hill • 925-947-2340

Play and Learn School 1898 Pleasant Hill Rd Pleasant Hill • 925-943-7007

2.5 yr - 6 Up to 53 children 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Please call for rate

18 mos - 9 Up to 150 children

Please call for rate

7:00 am - 6:00 pm

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Education Based

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted

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Ages Served # of Children at Facility Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care

Monthly Tuition Accredited Facility?

Diapers Accepted?

Education Based?

Home or Center Meals Provided?

Special Needs?

Transportation?

Stepping Stones Learning Center

2 yr - 6 Up to 66 children 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

2 yr and up Up to 100 children Christian 6:30 am - 6:00 pm

$1,000

Center Meals Provided

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Transportation Available

2 yr - 12 Up to 90 children

$290 per week avg

Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Transportation Available

2750 Pleasant Hill Road Pleasant Hill • 925-933-6520

Special Needs Accepted

Pleasanton Adventures in Learning 3200 Hopyard Road Pleasanton • 925-462-7123 www.ailpleasanton.com

Genius Kids 5698 Stoneridge Drive Pleasanton • 925-463-3400 www.geniuskidsonline.com/pleasanton

8:00 am - 6:30 pm

HeadsUp! Child Development Center, p. 18, 31

infant - 6 Up to 27 children

4671 Chabot Drive Pleasanton • 925-463-2885 www.headsup.org

7:30 am - 6:00 pm

Quarry Lane School, p. 7, 33 3750 Boulder St. Pleasanton • 925-846-9400 www.quarrylane.org

Quarry Lane School, p. 7, 33 4444B Black Ave. Pleasanton • 925-462-6300 www.quarrylane.org

St. Clare’s Christian Preschool 3350 Hopyard Road Pleasanton • 925-462-0938 www.stclarespleasanton.org

Stratford Schools, p. 11, 29 4576 Willow Road Pleasanton • 925-737-0001 www.stratfordschools.com

The Child Day Schools, p. 11 883 Rose Avenue Pleasanton • 925-462-1866 www.tcdschools.com

Please call for rate Accredited Diapers Accepted Montessori Based

Center

Center

7:00 am - 6:00 pm

$788 - $2,357 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

2 yr - 5 Up to 170 children

$788 - $2,357 Accredited

Center

7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Education Based

2 yr - 5 Up to 72 children Christian 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Please call for rate

2.6 yr - 5 Varies Non Denominational Half-day and full-day sessions

Varies Accredited

Preschool (2-3 years); Pre-K (4 yrs); Jr.-K (5 yrs); After-School

Please call for rates

15 mos - 5 Up to 250 children

Diapers Accepted Education Based

4455 Del Valle Parkway, Room A204 Pleasanton • 925-962-9177 www.vivaelespanol.org

Center

Education Based

Diapers Accepted Education Based

6:45 am - 6:15 pm

Viva el Español, p. 11

Center

3 yr - 6 Up to 30 children

Please call for rate

9:45 am - 3:30 pm

Education Based

2 yr - 5 Up to 125 children

Please call for rate Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided Transportation available (for school-age) Center

Richmond Nomura Preschool, p. 28 1711 Carlson Blvd.

Richmond • 510-526-7847 www.nomurapreschool.com

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7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Center

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Preschool Address City • Phone Website

PRESCHOOL LISTINGS

Preschool Address City • Phone Website

Ages Served # of Children at Facility Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care

Monthly Tuition Accredited Facility?

Diapers Accepted?

Education Based?

Home or Center Meals Provided?

Special Needs?

Transportation?

Small World Montessori School

6 mos - K Up to 90 children

Varies Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

3 yr - 5 Up to 36 children Catholic 6:45 am – 6:00 pm

$737 FT - $443 PT Accredited

Center

2 yr - 6

Please call for rate Education Based

Center

infant - 12

Please call for rate

Center

4555 Hilltop Drive Richmond • 510-222-6011

7:00 am – 6:30 pm

St. David Pre-School Richmond • 510-232-1736 www.stdavidschool.org

Education Based

San Leandro Broadmoor Pre-School, p. 31 951 Dowling Boulevard San Leandro • 510-569-5360

Li’l Angels Day Care Center 890 Fargo Avenue San Leandro • 510-895-8736 www.lilangelschildcare.com

Montessori School At Washington Ave

Diapers Accepted Education Based 2 yr - 6 Up to 92 children

2 yr - 6

993 Estudillo Avenue San Leandro • 510-895-9590

Your Child Is Mine Pre-School 1600 Bancroft Avenue San Leandro • 510-569-4137

Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based

14795 Washington Avenue San Leandro • 510-278-1115

St James Church Pre-School

Please call for rate

7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

Please call for rate

Center

San Ramon Diablo Hills Country School 50 Creekside Drive San Ramon • 925-831-1210 www.diablohillscountryschool.com

Gale Ranch Preschool 2200 Brookcliff Circle San Ramon • 925-648-1201 www.ymca-cba.org

Happy Days Preschool 20801 San Ramon Valley Blvd San Ramon • 925-828-8007 www.happydaysinfo.org

Teddy Bears Children’s Center 210 Porter Drive, Suite 110 San Ramon • 925-838-4148 www.teddybearschildrenscenter.com

The Child Day Schools, p. 11 18868 Bollinger Canyon Road San Ramon • 925-820-2515 www.tcdschools.com

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2.5 yr - 5 Up to 93 children 7:00 am - 6:00 pm 2 yr - 6 Up to 36 children 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based

2.5 yr 5 Up to 40 children

Please call for rate

7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Education Based

18 mos - 6 Up to 46 children

Please call for rate

7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Education Based

Toddlers (12 months); Preschool (2-3 years); Pre-K (4 years); Kindergarten; After-School 6:45 am - 6:15 pm

Please call for rates

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Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

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Ages Served # of Children at Facility Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care

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Education Based?

Home or Center Meals Provided?

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PRESCHOOL LISTINGS

Preschool Address City • Phone Website

Union City Adventure Montessori Academy 4101 Pleiades Place Union City • 510-489-4191 adventuremontessoriacademy.com

Free To Be Pre-School 188 Appian Way Union City • 510-471-0731

Little People Pre-School 33700 Alvarado-Niles Road Union City • 510-489-8650

Diapers Accepted Education Based 2 yr - 5 Up to 49 children 6:30 am - 6:00 pm

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2.9 yr - 5 Up to 63 children 7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based

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3 yr - 5.5 Up to 40 children Christian 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

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Center

2 yr - 5 Up to 21 children Jewish 7:30 am - 6:00 pm

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2.75 yr - 6 in Sept Up to 20 children Varies

$395 - $695

2.75 yr - 5 Up to 35 children Times differ by class

$150 - $250 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

12 mos - 5 Up to 80 children 8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based

2.75 yr and up 21 in PS; 24 in PK PS 8:30 am - 12:45 pm PK 8:30 am - 2:00 pm

Annual $16,050 - $17,095 FA Available Accredited Education Based

Center Meals Provided

2 yr - 5 Up to 48 children Lutheran 7:30 am - 6:00 pm

$915

Center Meals Provided

Walnut Creek Contra Costa Christian Preschool 2721 Larkey Lane Walnut Creek • 925-934-4964 cccss.org

Gan B’nai Shalom 74 Eckley Lane Walnut Creek • 925-934-9446 www.gbspreschool.com

Garden Gate Montessori School 63 Sandy Lane` Walnut Creek • 925-943-7484

Grace Cooperative Preschool 2100 Tice Valley Blvd.

Walnut Creek • 925-421-0150 www.gracecooperativepreschool.com

Old Firehouse School, p. 18 55 Eckley Ln Walnut Creek • 925-934-1507

The Seven Hills School, p. 15, 28 975 North San Carlos Drive Walnut Creek • 925-933-0666 www.sevenhillsschool.org

Trinity Lutheran Preschool 2317 Buena Vista Ave. Walnut Creek • 925-935-3362

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