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EAST BAY GUIDE TO

PRESCHOOLS

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2020/2021

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Should I Send My Child to Preschool?

20 Questions to Ask

The Search for the Best Preschool for Your Child

24 Help Your Child

14 7 Steps to

Finding the Perfect Preschool

15 The Site Visit -

What to look for

16 Is My Child Ready?

When Looking at Preschools Make the Most of Early Education

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Preschool Profiles

39 Making Lunch a Success

42 Sick Day Plan 48 Preschool

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Should I Send My Child to Preschool?

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 • guides children to gain independence, self esteem and self confidence, empowering their learning

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• 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 • supports children to play co-operatively together and learn from their experiences

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

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.

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Think about the Basics

Become Familiar with Common Terms

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:

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?

• 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?

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.

Oftentimes, the key difference between settings is connected to the preschool’s “educational philosophy.” While educational philosophies are numerous and their definitions are not set in stone, we have provided you with definitions for some of the most popular philosophies. continued on page 10

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The Search for the Best Preschool for Your Child cont’d. Play-Based or Child-Centered

In a play-based program, children choose activities based on their current interests. The classroom is broken up into sections, such as home or kitchen, science area, water table, reading nook, etc. Teachers encourage the kids to play, facilitating social skills along the way. Academic Based

Academic or skills-based programs are teacher directed and can be very structured and routine oriented. Teachers extensively plan activities for the children in their classes and guide the children in learning. 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. Reggio Emilia Approach

This approach focuses on providing opportunities for problem solving and expression through creativity and exploration. Waldorf Approach

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

should be noted that these terms may be used alone or in combination with one another (i.e. a “child-centered, faith-based” setting). Teacher-led

The opposite of a child-centered setting is a teacher-led setting. Teacher-led often means that curriculum and supplemental activities are implemented based on a set schedule developed by the teachers in the setting. This type of setting usually provides children with a structured learning environment. Child-led

These settings believe children learn best when they are engaged and interested in learning. Child-led settings wait for each child to initiate or ask for new activities and experiences, fostering individualized learning experiences rather than group experiences. 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.

Bank Street Approach

Developmentally Appropriate

This approach places an emphasis on learning through multiple perspectives, both in the classroom setting and in the natural world with a strong focus on emotional learning and intellectual development.

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.

High/Scope Approach

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.

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. Other Terms

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

Pre-kindergarten (pre-K)

Transitional Kindergarten (TK)

Transitional Kindergarten is a school grade that serves as a bridge netween preschool and kindergarten, functioning to provide students with time to develop fundamental skills needed for success in school. The Research

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The Search for the Best Preschool for Your Child cont’d. are interested in researching and have a good idea of what type of philosophy would best suit your child, here are a few things you can do to help narrow down your 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 websites 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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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? Are they modified to reflect current safety standards? 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. We offer an even more in depth list on page 20. Parents should not feel like they need to ask every question on the checklist, however, using a checklist is a great way to make note of your observations during the visit so you can compare settings afterward.  www.ParentsPress.com

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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?

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5. Tour top choices. Arrange to

take a tour or go to an open house, if available, 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 20 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.

6. Contact the preschool.

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. 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.

7. Apply to your top choice. You have done your research, established your criteria and taken the tour, now 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. 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. 

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Perfect Preschool The Site Visit

Be prepared with this short question checklist 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? Are safetly protocals being followed? 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 available, who manages this, and where is it held? What is the daily schedule and is there a different 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 sick 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?

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4. Learning Environment.

Are the children doing the same project or do the 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? 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. Visit Final Impression. 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? Are there 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 them. 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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Is My Child Ready?

ust because a few 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

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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 the first few days there; as your child gets more familiar to the environment, you gradually work up to a full day. Canyour child 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? Is your child used to keeping a regular schedule? Preschools usually follow a predictable routine: circle time, play time, snack, playground, then lunch.

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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. Does your have the physical stamina for preschool? Whether it’s a half-day or full-day program, preschool 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 18

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all day like a wind-up toy, he’s set. If he still needs a midmorning snooze, it might not be time yet to go to school. Why do you want to send your child 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. 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.  www.ParentsPress.com

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Questions to Ask

his checklist is designed to help families select the right preschool 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 preschool center director and as a guide for your observation of the pre-k classroom. To find the best available preschool program, you may need to visit a few 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? 10. Is there at least one teacher for every 10 children? 11. Are there no more than 20 children in a class? 20

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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, preschool 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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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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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? 

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Help Your Child Make the Most of Early Education These strategies can help ease your child’s jitters for an easy transition and lead to a successful year of fun times and good friends. “Both daycares and preschools offer kids experiences they might not get at home, such as exposure to a larger social environment that can help them learn how to get along well with others,” says Cathy Keller, the director of a preschool and infant care center. Who knew that 18-month-olds could have friends? When kids go to daycare and preschool, their schedules tend to fill up with playdates and birthday parties. Developmentally, kids who’ve done at least a year of preschool are more ready to jump into the learning environment of kindergarten, too. “Preschool is an environment in which kids have the opportunity to use language in many different ways with others who are at the same developmental age,” says Jennifer Kurumada Chuang, the owner of a child care center and preschool. But, overall, preschool helps young, naturally egocentric kids learn how to exist with others in a classroom. “Preschoolers learn how to take 24

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turns, follow directions, pick up after themselves, stand in line, sit in a circle, raise their hand, use their words to express themselves instead of physically acting out and talk when it’s appropriate,” Kurumada Chuang says. All told, your child’s early learning experiences can set the tone for years to come. To help your child prepare for daycare and preschool and reinforce the lessons he learns there, here’s the homework you can do that can make all the difference.

Ace the Drop-off Pick the right daycare or preschool. “Separating from mom and dad can be tough for infants, toddlers and preschoolers, though some kids display it more aggressively than others,” says Keller. To make drop-off easier, choose a daycare or preschool you feel good about. “Parents telegraph their comfort and confidence about the school in so many ways to their kids,” says Keller. If you’re happy with your choice of school and know that your child is in a good learning situation, your child will pick up on your confidence and be OK with it, too, even if he initially doesn’t seem to like going www.ParentsPress.com

there. And keep in mind that separation anxiety is oft en more painful for you than your child. “Children are amazingly adaptable,” Keller says.

dressing, eating breakfast, putting on shoes and socks and brushing hair and teeth. Use pictures to convey the message.

Manage Morning Madness

If your child dawdles even with a set routine, move up his bedtime and his wake-up by 15 minutes instead of trying to get him to conform to your schedule. Also, make sure he gets to bed early enough so he’s more apt to be up-and-at-’em in the morning. Keep in mind that infants 3 to 11 months need nine to 12 hours of sleep at night and a 30-minute to four-hour nap one to three times a day. Toddlers need 12 to 14 hours of sleep in 24 hours and preschoolers need 11 to 13 hours of shut-eye at night.

To help make drop-off at daycare or preschool smoother, take the hassle out of your morning. Try doing what you can the night before, when you have more time to think the next day through. For example, fill out permission slips, write any notes to the teacher and checks for daycare or preschool, and put them in your child’s backpack or lunchbox. You can even set the table for breakfast and take out the breakfast cereal, if you want to. You could also check the weather forecast and let your preschooler set out the next day’s outfit, and give choices: “Do you want to wear the striped shirt or the orange one? Your blue jeans or sweatpants?”

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As soon as you can, “Get your kids invested in the process with age-appropriate tasks,” says Mary Robbins, a licensed clinical social worker. To encourage your preschooler to begin to do these things on her own, praise her for a job well done, such as: “Wow! You picked your outfit by yourself? You’re getting to be such a big girl!” As your child masters one task, add another. Eventually, she can help you pack her snack and her lunch the night before.

At daycare or preschool, say goodbye to your child calmly, give your child a kiss and hug and tell her when you’ll be back to pick her up, such as after lunch or her nap. Then walk out the door and let the teacher give your child some lovies so you can make a quick exit. At the end of the day, make sure you’re there to collect your child when you say you will be. “Kids that young can’t tell time, but they will know that if you always pick up after their nap and you’re not there until 5 p.m., that’s a big difference,” Keller says. Try to pick up at the same time every day, if possible.

Stick to a Routine

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Whether your child is in daycare or preschool, establish a morning routine and stick to it. It might be: wake up, get dressed, eat breakfast, have a short playtime together, doublecheck the backpack or lunchbox and leave the house. “Structured routines give children a sense of control. When they know what’s coming next, they’re less likely to procrastinate or become anxious about going to daycare or preschool,” Keller says.

Read, read, read to your child. “Being read to is the single most consistent and reliable predictor of academic success later in life,” says Kurumada Chuang. She recommends reading to your preschooler for 20 minutes every night at bedtime. While you’re at it, stop every so often and ask your child a question about the story before turning the page, such as: “Gosh, why do you think she was sad?” or “What do you think is going to happen next?” Making reading more interactive makes it more fun and helps build your child’s comprehension skills.

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contributes. What makes it extra delicious is the sharing it took to make it.

Help your child make friends.

Help your child learn to follow directions. To help your preschooler get the hang of following directions, practice at home by giving simple commands, such as “Please help me pick up your toys and put them in the toy box.”Then, encourage your child to follow through by offering an incentive to do whatever it is you’re asking. Tell your child that he can play outside once he’s finished putting his toys away. An incentive helps him understand that following directions makes other fun activities possible. If he doesn’t follow your directions and, for example, put his toys away, calmly explain that he won’t be able to play with those toys for the rest of the day or go to the park. Keep it positive by focusing on how clean the playroom will look when you’re done. Then praise him when he’s successful. “You followed my directions so well. Thank you for helping me put your toys in the toy box like I asked you to! That was so helpful.”

Help your child master sharing and turntaking. From ages 3 to 5, children tend to hoard coveted toys and objects. They’re not really ready to grasp the concept of sharing yet. But you can help your youngster practice by having her “take turns” with toys and praising her when she shares on her own. To help her develop the empathy that true sharing requires, state what she did and how it makes others feel, such as: “Thank you for sharing. It makes your sister feel good when you share the ball.”Your child should be able to “own” special or new toys, though, so keep them out of sight on playdates or in her room away from siblings. By kindergarten, children are capable of sharing well and taking turns. If your child isn’t there yet, help her get the hang of it by inviting a friend over for a cooperative task such as baking cookies. If things aren’t going well, calmly ask her to sit out. Pretty soon, she’ll get the idea and want to join in on the fun again. You can also read your child books about sharing and discuss them. In the classic tale Stone Soup, retold by Heather Forest, for example, two hungry travelers make soup from ingredients that everyone in the town 26

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If you get the sense your toddler or preschooler needs a little help in the social department, try hosting playdates with others your child likes or with whom he has common interests. Playdates offer an opportunity to break away from the group and foster individual friendships. You might begin by asking your preschooler, for example: “How about a playdate with Bobby? I notice that he likes to draw, too.” If you’re not sure who to invite over first, ask your child’s preschool teacher if there’s anyone in the classroom who might be a good match for your child. Then, feel free to go from there and make the rounds so that your child gets the chance to know several children better.

Help your child play host. Let him pick the snack and ask him beforehand what games and activities he and his friend might like to do. On the playdate, feel free to play along and stay close by to make sure everyone stays safe. But give your child and his friend the chance to play on their own, too. To help things go smoothly, keep playdates to two hours; children start to get tired after that. And keep it simple by inviting just one child over at a time.

Hone your child’s listening skills At the dinner table and during car rides, help your preschooler hone her listening skills by asking her to wait to speak until her brother has finished his sentence. When it’s her turn, remind her, “Now it’s your turn to talk. Thank you for being patient and for being such a good listener while your brother was talking.” Explain that being a good listener shows respect for the speaker, whether it’s her brother or her teacher and the other students at school who are trying to hear what the teacher has to say. Mention that it’s a two-way street: When she’s a good listener, she’s showing the same kind of respect that she gets when others listen to her. If she continues to interrupt, keep reminding her that she’ll get the chance to talk. Becoming a good listener, like many things, can take lots of practice.

Be There at Pick-Up Focus on your child. When it’s time to collect your child, be really glad to see him. Make sure you’re not on your cell phone or otherwise distracted. “Pick-up should be all about your child,” Keller says. “Your child wants to know you’re super glad to see him and that you’ve been looking forward to it all day.”  Sandra Gordon is an author and freelance writer. www.ParentsPress.com

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The Renaissance International School

ur preschool (known as “Primary”) is for children age 3-to-6-years old. Our Montessori program’s core curriculum includes practical life, sensorial, language, literature, art, music, mathematics and French/English or Spanish/English language immersion. We provide 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. 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. 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.

LANGUAGE IMMERSION The curriculum is delivered in the languages present in each classroom (French/English or Spanish/ English). At least one of the two classroom teachers speaks to the children in the second language at all times. FOLLOWING COVID-19 PROTOCOLS We take proactive measures to protect our school community by following COVID-19 protocols and guidelines, including maintaining the highest cleanliness standards. We have built small cohorts of students who have ample space indoors and outdoors. We offer in-person classes and an online curriculum with live lessons. INFORMATION SESSIONS Enrolling now for Spring and Fall 2021. Check our website for virtual information sessions or call or email us.

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East Bay German International School Early Childhood Program

The East Bay German International School (EBGIS) is a dual-language immersion school offering preschool through ninth-grade programs. Its integrated curriculum features project-based learning and an international perspective. 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. The highly trained and experienced international faculty uses early immersion principles to expand children’s communicative competencies in German and English. In-class projects are developed by an interdisciplinary team based on seasonal rhythms and students’ interests. A pre-academic curriculum including language, intercultural studies, science, mathematics, music, movement and art is taught in an engaging and developmentally appropriate way. Social and emotional skills development infuses every school day.

gestures and modeling. EBGIS preschoolers and kindergarteners – more than half of whom do not speak German at home – transition 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 are available until 6pm. The spacious and centrally located campus features large modern classrooms with ample natural light, a bilingual library, and generous indoor and outdoor play spaces. The preschool program includes a dedicated mini-campus adjacent to the main school campus. Private tours are available now. Contact admissions@ebgis.org.

EBGIS prioritizes in-person instruction with rigorous health and safety measures. Touchless check-in/check-out, regular handwashing at newly installed touchless sinks, and frequent access to an array of outdoor play spaces are just some of the adaptations maximizing the safety of students, staff and families. No prior knowledge of German is needed for admission to EBGIS Preschool or Kindergarten. Students acquire German by immersion through daily routines, activities and interactions. Teachers nurture language development through intentional conversations, visual materials,

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Choice in Learning Montessori

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)

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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

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Welcome 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. We are open year round and conveniently located near I-80, I-580 and BART Please contact us to learn more about the application process. 1629 Carlson Blvd Richmond Annex, CA 94804 510.526.7847 www.nomurapreschool.com

The Seven Hills School Serving preschool through 8th grade in the East Bay since 1962

ur Reggio-inspired Early Childhood Education program serves the youngest learners at the school and begins the foundation for what it means to be a lifelong learner. In the ECE program, we attend to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional needs of each child. Our focus is on the development of the whole child through an environment that encourages inquiry, within a malleable process of learning. We instill positive values from the earliest age–integrity, cooperation, respect, and responsibility–and give students the skills to thrive in an evolving world.

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Challenger School

N 1960, WHILE TEACHING In a public school, Challenger School founder and CEO Barbara Baker became alarmed that her first grade students had received no academics in kindergarten, wasting the best years for establishing a foundation for learning. Barbara decided to leave the comfort of the public schools and started her own preschool where she could teach phonics to children before they went to public school. “I figured that if they learned phonics in preschool, no one could take that away from them.” In Barbara’s first class, there were only six paying students. Two years later the tiny preschool had grown to 100 half-day preschool students with 100 students waiting for admission. Today, Challenger School educates more than 10,000 students annually. THINKING SKILLS Challenger School teaches students early on that they are responsible for their own learning and for their successes. Challenger’s emphasis on independent reasoning skills–so rarely practiced in today’s world–results in their students’ extraordinary academic performance.

BREATHTAKING RESULTS Challenger students achieve scores on average well above the 90th percentile on the Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS). This means that Challenger’s average student outperforms nine out of ten students who take that test. Challenger School offers preschool through eighth grade and operates a total of 26 campuses in five western states. For a location near you, visit ChallengerSchool.com. Our mission is to prepare children to become selfreliant, productive individuals; to teach them to think, speak, and write with clarity, precision, and independence; to lead them to recognize and value their individuality and unalienable rights; and to inspire them to embrace challenge and find joy and self-worth through achievement.

POISE AND CONFIDENCE Challenger students regularly speak and perform before their peers, teachers, and parents from preschool on. Challenger graduates often point to these experiences as the basis for success in college and the workplace.

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Broadmoor Preschool

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 classes for children ages 3-5. Students engage in age-appropriate exploration of science, math, art, music, cooking, games and outdoor play. Parents also participate in the co-op and attend parent education meetings on a variety of topics. We are still enrolling for 2020/21! Visit our website for details and to download an application.

951 Dowling Blvd San Leandro, CA 94577 www.broadmoorpreschool.org

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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Discover Stratford School When you spark imagination the extraordinary happens.

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 – Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math – 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.stratfordschools.com today!

The Child Unique Montessori School

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. We are seeking parents with a commitment to create the safest school community possible. Our school has created a nationally sought after Covid-19 precaution protocol to create the safest way to interact with our children and families. Take a virtual tour and see what we have done. – Join us!

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Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley

cole Bilingue de Berkeley is a preschool to 8th grade international school located in Berkeley, California. The school's immersion model means students are exposed to a foreign language, French, for the majority of the day. Students learn different subject matters in both French and English and are able to draw parallels and points of similarities learning in two languages. Students benefit from an incredibly diverse community and evolve into respectful and caring individuals. At Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley, we believe that when students see the world without borders or barriers, they can confidently and capably seize any opportunity.

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Valley Montessori School

alley Montessori School is the largest notfor-profit, and only triple accredited school in California. Established in Livermore in 1976, it is a nationally recognized, model Montessori school for children 18 months through 8th grade. Accreditation’s include: the American Montessori Society (AMS) with non-traditional age groupings in the upper elementary and middle school levels, the California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). VMS is a certified California Green Business making it the only school in the Tri-Valley and just one of four Montessori schools in the state of California with this distinguished honor. 1273 N. Livermore Avenue Livermore, California 94551 925-455-8021 www.valleymontessorischool.com 34

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Oak Grove Learning Oak Grove Learning is an exciting new school providing a whole-child, Montessori curriculum for children 18 months through Kindergarten. Children are provided breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack to support building a strong academic foundation. Oak Grove is set in a warm and nurturing environment that supports and encourages children to delve deep into their activities and projects throughout the day. Spanish instruction is incorporated into the weekly curriculum for each child. Oak Grove hopes to instill a spark inside of each child that will inspire a love of learning that they carry with them through life. 8115 Fontaine St Oakland, California 94605 510-430-1322 www.oakgrovelearning.com

Rockridge Montessori School Rockridge Montessori School is celebrating 34 years of education, community and achievement! The curriculum and teacher experience ensures each child enjoys the wonders of the specialized activities and projects at school. Set in a warm and nurturing environment that supports each child's stage of development. Our program focuses on the whole child ensuring a life long love of learning. We offer an infant/toddler program for children 12-24 months of age as well as a preschool and kindergarten program.Visit our website for a virtual tour today!

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Grand Lake Montessori

rand Lake Montessori (GLM) is an awardwinning East Bay Independent school serving children from 18 months to 6th grade. Established in 1978, we offer a diverse, inclusive and vibrant learning community within almost 2 acres of green space and children’s play yards in the very heart of Oakland’s Grand Lake neighborhood. Montessori is a brain-based method of education and It is our strong belief at GLM to educate the whole child. This includes the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects of being human in relationship to our world. At GLM we foster self-directed and experiential learning throughout our daily activities. Children are able to explore and develop their own social and emotional skills as they are intentionally guided through developmentally appropriate activities by our trained Montessori teachers. We see the results as the children respond to their natural curiosities, pursue their special interests and make their own choices as they discover learn and explore new skills and knowledge as well as collaboration with peers–all within the context of a very well prepared learning environment.

Grand Lake Montessori believes that childhood is a journey, not a race. The ultimate goal of our Montessori program is to support the natural development of children. By teaching thoughtfully and actively cultivating relationships between children, families and teachers we promote a community of lifelong learners. As GLM children engage their minds and use their hands they become creative, independent, collaborative, critical thinkers with a life-time love of learning.

Classrooms at GLM are strong working communities of children partnering with adults. Children are grouped into multi-age classrooms that provide a family-like setting where learning can take place naturally and cooperatively. These environments stimulate and encourage the development of positive self-esteem, independence, self-motivation and respect for oneself and others.

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Viva el Español is a national leader in early childhood Spanish language education. We believe that learning a foreign language in the pre-school and elementary school years is an essential part of a child's education and development. The Viva el Español Spanish immersion program is based on activities that encourage learning through active participation, including music, movement, role-playing, games, stories, arts and crafts, cooking and cultural activities. Students grouped by level of proficiency rather than strictly by grade level.

925 Village Center, Suite 2 Lafayette, CA 94549 925-962-9177 www.vivaelespanol.org

Happy Days Learning Center Happy Days Learning Center is a year-round preschool and school-aged children's program. Our nurturing environment provides developmentally appropriate play and learning activities for children ages 2 to 11. At Happy Days Learning Center we have been providing a quality educational experience to the community for more than 30 years. Our goal is to provide a warm receptive learning environment, to stimulate curiosity within the younger learner, to encourage and foster each child’s uniqueness and to facilitate an acquisition of a healthy self-concept. We believe that play is a child's work.

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Berkeley Rose Waldorf School Established in 2009, Berkeley Rose Waldorf School joyfully provides Waldorf Education® in the urban heart of Berkeley, bringing the ideals of a slow childhood, media-free classrooms, independent curiosity, and appreciation and respect for others to a culturally diverse body of students. Grown from a 12-student kindergarten, we have matured into a thriving school with parent-child classes, preschool, two-year kindergarten, and Grades One through Eight.

Preschool through 8th Grade 2515 Hillegass Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704 510-859-7679 www.berkeleyrose.org

We offer Mandarin, Spanish, mathematics, science, language arts, movement, music theory, voice, recorder and violin, handwork, and gardening, with fine art integrated into every subject. Financial aid is available. Learn more about our school www.berkeleyrose.org.

Saint Philip Neri Catholic School

iscover why families have been returning for generations: • Top-ranked, rigorous academics • Strong community • Faith-based character education • Low student-to-teacher ratio • Enrichment classes: Spanish, garden science, music, art, PE • Service learning • 21st century electives: broadcasting, web design, art, drama, music, programming, public speaking, LEGO® robotics • Project-based learning

Connected Community, Diversified learning

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Making Lunch a Success

Preschool Lunch Packing Tips

acking lunches for your pint size child takes a little thought and planning. Use these tips to ease the everyday chore of prepping lunch boxes in which your toddler will dine from

Practice Before your child starts a new childcare or preschool program do some practice lunch runs at home. You will better understand the items your child is comfortable eating and see how he is able to open, or not, the containers you are planning on sending. Learn where his lunch will be stored at the new school and what the signal and process will be for lunchtime. Practice having your child retrieve his lunchbox, sitting down

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at the lunch table and taking out his napkin before eating. Walk you child through proper table manners in a group situation. Some programs have children sit and wait for all of the kids to be present at the table before allowing children to begin to eat. If your child doesn’t have any experience with lunch boxes, food containers and water bottles have your child experiment with the opening and closing the containers and when done putting all items back into the lunch box and back into a backpack to go home. East Bay Preschool Guide | Parents’ Press

QUICK EATS ARE IMPORTANT WITH LIMITED TIME TO EAT AS WELL AS A TABLE FULL OF DISTRACTIONS WITH OTHER TODDLERS PRESENT.

Consider the Packaging Be sure to get a lunchbox and food containers that are easy to open, close and stay closed. You don’t want your child opening his lunchbox in which the inside is covered in yogurt. Most early education programs teach recycling and healthy eating and promote a zero waste environment. When possible remove food from packaging and store in small reusable containers. Prepare food the way you would serve it to your children at home. For example, cut oranges, peel apples, peel eggs, etc. if that is the way your child eats them at home. Put a slit in a banana for ease of opening. Many programs send home all uneaten food so the parent can understand what is eaten. Make sure the food and drink you pack allow for this. Also, find out how lunch boxes are stored at school. Is there a refrigerator for storage or do lunches need a freezer pack.

Food Choices

More food options are not always better. Big portions or too many choices in a lunch box can overwhelm a child, especially little ones. This can even lead to a child not being able to figure out where to start. Small portions are more doable. Five grapes is a lot more manageable than a big bunch! You may find that the less you pack, the more food your child will eat.

Most programs don’t allow sweets in lunches.

Go for hand-held, bite size options. Children may still be learning to manage utensils. Finger foods are Even if sweets are allowed, do you want your easier and quicker to eat. Quick eats are important with child filling up on dessert or juice and not eating the limited time to eat as well as a table full of distractions healthier choices? Do everyone a favor and leave with other toddlers present. Try to avoid individually dessert for home. wrapped items like fruit cups (high in sugar) or bags of chips. Many items can be bought in bulk and packed in reusable containers. Skip your child being isolated to the nut table, if nuts are even allowed, by not packing Have a go to, healthy food option list available them. in your kitchen in a spot that is easy to see. I know

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that sometimes, in the morning panic of getting the family out of the house, having that list saved me from packing non-nutritious options. Also, always clean out your child’s lunch box the same day. In the morning, there is nothing worse then going to pack a lunch box and having it still full of smelly containers or squashed banana from the day before. Some parents are so organized that they have the lunch box ready to go the night before. One less thing to handle in the morning, right? One lifesaver we have is a spare set of lunchbox, food containers, freezer packs and several water bottles. As much as you plan there will be a day when the lunchbox or water bottle won’t come home.

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Keep it Clean Use the weekends and extended holidays to deep clean the lunch boxes and water bottles. To clean a lunch box, simply wash using a sponge and warm, soapy water. Leave upside down to air dry. To deodorize a smelly lunch bag or box, simply leaving baking soda in it overnight, then dump out and wipe clean in the morning. To clean a water bottle dilute 1-2 tablespoons of vinegar with a cup of water. Poor into the water bottle and let sit for 15 minutes. Use a bottle brush to scrub, rinse and let dry. 

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Plan on Sick Days... They Will Happen!

It is inevitable that working parents with a young child will sooner or later have to cope with their child being ill. Parents need to develop a plan that allows them to manage the difficult problem of caring for their sick child in a way that: • Decreases stress for the child • Eases tension and guilt for the parent • Makes business run smoothly for their employer

How Sick is Too Sick for Child Care or Preschool?

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Before your child gets sick, consider what your choices will be. After thinking about your commitments, you will know what problems you face in caring for your child when he or she is sick.

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or school or bring work home? If two parents care for the child and have flexible schedules, you may want to share equally in caring for the child during an illness.

Finding an Alternate Care Situation

Most working parents will need to call on an alternate caregiver to provide care for their sick child. Search for a dependable adult whom the child knows and likes. Likely prospects are relative, friends, neighbors, retirees, and college students. Get acquainted with several alternate caregivers before you need them. The better acquainted you are with each other, the easier it will be for your child when sickness occurs. Check in advance about transportation arrangements and fees.

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Other Options

Some child care centers, such as Bright Horizons centers offer drop-in or emergency child care for families who live nearby and are looking for safe, high-quality care as well as engaging and fun activities for their children when their regular caregiver is unavailable. These centers are specially designed to help children feel safe and secure, and to ease the transition into their new environment. Before your child gets sick, consider what your choices will be. After thinking about your commitments, you will know what problems you face in caring for your child when he or she is sick. These guidelines apply to both childcare centers and preschools. When enrolling your child in preschool or childcare, discuss and understand their sick day policies and have a plan. 

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PRESCHOOL PROFILES

Building Kidz of Livermore Building Kidz of Livermore is committed to developing the whole child. Our unique and proven curriculum integrates the performing arts with customized learning experiences to enhance your child's emotional, social, cognitive, physical development.

Our curriculum integrated with Performing Arts enhances your child's lifelong love for learning and develops their confidence, character, and commitment.

3820 East Avenue Livermore, CA 94550 925-455-5564 www.buildingkidzschool.com/loc/ca/ building-kidz-of-livermore/

Hearts Leap Schools Hearts Leap, Hearts Leap North, Hearts Leap Lakeview, and Hearts Leap Beginnings make up the community of Hearts Leap Schools. We provide high quality, child-centered care to children from ages 4 months until their entry to elementary school.

Our focus on social and emotional development, anti-bias education, and the joy of intellectual learning, help make HL a magical, supportive, loving space for all children.

2638 College Avenue Berkeley, California 94704 510-549-1422 44

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Lafayette Nursery School is a parent participation preschool. Our mission is to nurture and educate both parents and children, connect families together and build upon their strengths.

We encourage children’s growth within a playcentered learning environment, with adults facilitating the children’s development. We foster ongoing community through a spirit of cooperation and outreach.

979 First Street Lafayette, California 94549 925-284-2448 www.lafayettenurseryschool.org

Michael Lane Preschool Nestled in the beautiful hills of Lafayette, Michael Lane Preschool is a play based program with an emergent curriculum. We currently have an outdoor, mixed age program with 2 classes of 12 children. A nutritious snack is provided each day.

We learn to play and play to learn at Michael Lane Preschool!

682 Michael Lane Lafayette, California 94549 925-284-7244 www.michaellanepreschool.com www.ParentsPress.com

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Lafayette Nursery School

PRESCHOOL PROFILES

Oakland Montessori School Situated on two adjoining lots, a historic house welcomes two to three year olds while a large modern purpose built facility is home to the three to six year olds. Both classrooms feature age appropriate traditional Montessori equipment and a traditional work period. In between the buildings is an exceptionally large yard with climbing structures, playhouses, sandbox, a "pretend" creek, a tricycle area, block building pavilion and music stage/ platform, and a well loved tire swing, and dress up area. There are outdoor art, craft, and science activities. We have a well lit art room and offer music together and gymnastics class.

3625 Fruitvale and 3636 Dimond Oakland, CA 94602 510-482-3111 www.oaklandmontessori.com

The Saklan School

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

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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! www.ParentsPress.com

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The Quarry Lane Preschool

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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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. 33

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

$595 -$1,850 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

The Child Unique Montessori School - Pacific Campus, p. 33

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

$595 -$1,850 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

The Child Unique Montessori School - Taylor Campus, p. 33

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

$595 -$1,850 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

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. 21 112 E. Tregallas Road Antioch • 925-754-0144 www.tcdschools.com

Home Based Diapers Accepted Education Based

Special Needs Accepted

2 - 5 years old, AfterSchool 115 6:30 am - 6:30 pm

$400 - $1,256 Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided Transportation available (for school-age)

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 yr - 6 Up to 120 children 8:00am - 6:00pm Ext care avail

Call for Rates Accredited 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

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

Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley (EB) p. 34 1009 Heinz Avenue Berkeley • 510-549-3867 www.eb.org

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/

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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 Snacks Provided

Education Based 8:00 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?

Mi Mundo Preschool

2.6 yr - 5 Up to 29 children

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

Center

$1,295 - $2,099 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

$1,800

Center

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

The Model School, p. 23 2330 Prince St. Berkeley • 510-549-2711 TheModelSchool.org

The New School of Berkeley 1606 Bonita Avenue Berkeley • 510-548-9165 www.newschoolberkeley.org

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

8:00 am - 5:15 pm 3 months to 5.5 years Up to 40 children 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 2 - 5 years Up to 48 children

Diapers Accepted 8:00 am - 5:00 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

Sunshine Preschool (CEID) 1035 Grayson Street Berkeley • 510-848-4800 www.ceid.org/sunshine-preschool. html

2 - 5 years Up to 15 children

Varies

Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Special Needs Accepted

Varies

Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted

Diapers Accepted Education Based $430-$1,400

Center

Diapers Accepted 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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

$1,270

Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Special Needs Accepted

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

2 yr - 6th grade Up to 34 children 7:00 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?

First Lutheran Preschool

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

Diapers Accepted Education Based

4006 Concord Blvd Concord • 925-798-5330 flpsconcord.org

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

6 wks - 6 Up to 40 children

2 yr - 6 Up to 40 children

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

7:00 am - 6:00 pm

4347 Cowell Road Concord • 925-825-5493

Home or Center Meals Provided? Special Needs? Transportation? Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided

7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Step by Step Montessori Preschool

Wood Rose Academy & Preschool

PRESCHOOL LISTINGS

Preschool Address City • Phone Website

Center Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

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

2 yr - 6 Up to 90 children

Please call for rate

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

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

Garden Montessori School 495 Verona Avenue Danville • 925-837-2969

Stratford School, p. 11, 33 3201 Camino Tassajara Danville • 925-648-4900 www.stratforddanville.com

7:00 am - 6:00 pm

7:00 am - 6:30 pm

Diapers Accepted for 2.5s Education Based Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based

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

Varies Accredited

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

Varies Accredited

2 yr - 6 Up to 90 children

Please call for rate

Center Special Needs Accepted

Education Based Center

Education Based

Dublin Fountainhead Montessori School 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

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

Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted

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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?

Little Genius Montessori

2 yr - 6 Up to 30 children

Please call for rate Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided

6837 Amador Valley Blvd Dublin • 925-803-5867

7:30 am - 6:00 pm

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

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

Emeryville East Bay German International School Early Education, pgs. 3, 28 1070 41st St. Emeryville • 510-679-2199 www.ebgis.org/

2 - 5 yrs Up to 40 children Non Denominational 8 am to 2 pm (extended day until 6 pm)

$2,099 - $2,699 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

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

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

2 yr - 6 Up to 60 children 8:00 am - 6:30 pm

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Diapers Accepted Education Based $1,000 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted Transportation Available

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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?

Kimberhills Preschool

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

Varies

Center

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

858 Washington Blvd Fremont • 510-657-9269

Center Meals Provided

Palm Academy

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

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

Stratford School, p. 11, 33 38495 Fremont Bl. Fremont • 510-713-8900 www.stratfordfremontblvd.com

Special Needs Accepted

Education Based Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based 2.5 yr - 5 Varies 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

Creative Kids Children’s Center 2894 D Street Hayward • 510-888-9122

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3 mos - 5 Up to 20 children

Center Accredited Diapers Accepted

7:00 am – 6:00 pm 4 mos - entering 1st Up to 40 children 7:30 am - 5:30 pm

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?

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

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. 19, 37

2 yr - 11 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. 21 984 Moraga Rd Lafayette • 925-284-4321

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

The Child Day Schools, p. 21 1049 Stuart Street Lafayette • 925-284-7092 www.tcdschools.com

$430-$1,800 depending on schedule Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided

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

$260 - 550

Center Meals Provided

2 yr - 5.5 Up to 60 children

Varies

Transportation Available

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

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided

6 mos - 6 Up to 100 children Presbyterian 9:15 am - 2:15 pm

$263 - $880

Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Special Needs Accepted

2-5 years old Up to 85 children 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

$700 to $1,755

Center

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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?

Viva el Español, p. 19, 37

1 yr - 13 7:30am - 6:30pm

Varies according to schedule Financial Aid Available Education Based

Center

925 Village Center, Suite 2 Lafayette • 925-962-9177 www.vivaelespanol.org

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

$250 Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

6 weeks - 6 years Up to 82 children 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

$735 - $1,750 Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided

18 mos - 5 Up to 132 children

$1,500 - $1,800

Center Meals Provided

PRESCHOOL LISTINGS

Preschool Address City • Phone Website

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

Building Kidz of Livermore 3820 East Ave Livermore • 925-455-5564 www. buildingkidzschool.com/loc/ca/ building-kidz-of-livermore/

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

Christian World Pre-School 3820 East Ave. Livermore • 925-455-5564

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

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

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

Transportation Available

7:30 am - 5:30 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based

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

$850 Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided

1.8 yr - 5 Up to 54 children

Please call for rate

Center

7:00 am - 6:30 pm

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

Valley Montessori School, p. 21, 34

18 mos - Grade 8 Up to 425 children

1273 N. Livermore Avenue Livermore • 925-455-8021 www.valleymontessorischool.com

7:30 am - 6:00 pm

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

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

12 months to 5 years 8 am to 5 pm

$700 - $1,700 Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

3 yr - 5 Up to 32 children

$1,450 Accredited

Center Snack Provided

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. 21 372 Park Street Moraga • 925-376-5110 www.tcdschools.com

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

8:45 am - 3:00 pm

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, p. 22 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

Chatham School - 39th Ave 4359 39th Avenue Oakland • 510-531-1534 www.chathampreschool.com

Diapers Accepted Play Based Please call for rate

7:30 am – 6:00 pm

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Diapers Accepted Education Based

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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 17, 36 466 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

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

7:30 am - 6:00 pm

Mountain Boulevard Montessori School

2yr - K Up to 45 children

4432 Mountain Boulevard Oakland • 510-482-2850 www.mtnblvd.com

7:30 am - 6:00 pm

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

Rockridge Montessori School, p. 2, 35 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

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Diapers Accepted Education Based

$2,000-$2,400

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

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

Center

18 mos - 6 Up to 144 children

2yr - 5 Up to 40 children

The Renaissance International School, p. 7, 27

Please call for rate

Les Petits Francophones, pgs. 13, 32

8115 Fontaine St Oakland • 510-430-1322 www.oakgrovelearning.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

Oak Grove Learning, Inc, p. 13, 35

Monthly Tuition Accredited Facility? Diapers Accepted? Education Based?

PRESCHOOL LISTINGS

Preschool Address City • Phone Website

Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted

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

Center

$892 - $2,000

Center

Diapers Accepted

$1,695 - 1,995 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

18 months through Kindergarten Up to 62 children 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

$1,035 - $1,700

Center Meals Provided

3-6 years old 76 children 8:30 am to 3 pm or 7:30 am to 6 pm

$2,510 - $2,884 FA Available Accredited

Diapers Accepted Education Based Center

Education Based 2 yr - 6 Up to 41 children

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

Center

12 months through Kindergarten Up to 139 children 7:30 am - 6:00 pm

$1,035 - $1,700

Center Meals Provided

2 yr - 6 Up to 225 children

Please call for rate Accredited

7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Education Based

8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted

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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?

Temple Sinai Preschool

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

2 yr - 6 Up to 90 children

Please call for rate

Center

2808 Summit St. Oakland • 510-832-6800

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

Holy Shepherd Christian Preschool 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 - 6:30 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based

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

Please call for rate

18 mos - 5 Up to 24 children

Please call for rate

7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Center

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. 7, 27 5201 Park Blvd. Piedmont • 510-531-8566 www.TheRenaissanceSchool.org

Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based Center Special Needs Accepted

3-6 years old 76 children 8:30 am to 3 pm or 7:30 am to 6 pm

$2,510 - $2,884 FA Available Accredited

Center

Education Based

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

Choice in Learning, p. 5, 29 490 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 Varies

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Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based Please call for rate

Center

Diapers Accepted Education Based Please call for rate Diapers Accepted

Center 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?

Hummingbird Preschool Academy

3 mos - 1st grade Up to 72 children

Please call for rate

Center

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

Stepping Stones Learning Center 2750 Pleasant Hill Road Pleasant Hill • 925-933-6520

PRESCHOOL LISTINGS

Preschool Address City • Phone Website

Diapers Accepted Education Based

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

Center

Education Based Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted

7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Diapers Accepted Education Based

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

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

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

Quarry Lane School 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 School, p. 11, 33 4576 Willow Road Pleasanton • 925-737-0001 www.stratfordpleasanton.com

The Child Day Schools, p. 21 883 Rose Avenue Pleasanton • 925-462-1866 www.tcdschools.com

8:00 am - 6:30 pm 15 mos - 5 Up to 250 children

Center

7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Please call for rate Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

2 yr - 5 Up to 170 children

Please call for rate 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

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

Varies Accredited

Two to Five years; School-Age

$500 - $1,415 Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Meals Provided Transportation available (for school-age)

Varies according to schedule Financial Aid Available Education Based

Center

1 yr - 13

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

7:30am - 6:30pm

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Diapers Accepted Education Based Center

Education Based

8 am to 5 pm

Viva el Español, p. 19, 37

Center

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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?

2 yr - 5 Up to 125 children

Please call for rate Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

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

3 yr - 5

Please call for rate Play-Based

Center

infant - 12

Please call for rate

Center

Richmond Nomura Preschool, p. 30 1629 Carlson Blvd. Richmond • 510-526-7847 www.nomurapreschool.com

Small World Montessori School 4555 Hilltop Drive Richmond • 510-222-6011

7:00 am – 6:00 pm 6 mos - K Up to 90 children 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. 32 951 Dowling Boulevard San Leandro www.broadmoorpreschool.org

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

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

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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?

Teddy Bears Children’s Center

18 mos - 6 Up to 46 children

Please call for rate

Center

7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Education Based

12 months through 5 years; School-age Up to 120 children 7:30 am to 5:00 pm

$500 - $1,520 Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center Transportation available (for school-age)

2 yr - 6

Please call for rate

Center

210 Porter Drive, Suite 110 San Ramon • 925-838-4148 www.teddybearschildrenscenter.com

The Child Day Schools, p. 21 18868 Bollinger Canyon Road San Ramon • 925-820-2515 www.tcdschools.com

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

Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

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

Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based

Center

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

Please call for rate

Center

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

Please call for rate

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 - 1:30 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. 21 55 Eckley Ln Walnut Creek • 925-934-1507

The Seven Hills School, p. 11, 30 975 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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