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San Miguel Early Education School

San Miguel Early Education School

Sfusd San Miguel (Ees) School Age is a child care center in SAN FRANCISCO, California. Car... Read More

4.1- 7 Reviews
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94112
5 years - 14 years
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Center
San Miguel Early Education School

San Miguel Early Education School

SFUSD offers PreKindergarten programs in San Francisco's Early Education and Elementary Sc... Read More

4.1- 7 Reviews
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94112
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Sat/Sun, 7:45am - 5:45pm
$2,000/month
Center
Nana's Day Care

Nana's Day Care

Located in Mill Valley, California, Nana's Day Care is a family daycare that serves childr... Read More

MILL VALLEY, CA 94941
2 months - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Home based, Play based
KLA Schools of Walnut Creek

KLA Schools of Walnut Creek

Kla Schools Of Walnut Creek is a child care center in WALNUT CREEK, California. Care is of... Read More

4.6- 18 Reviews
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Up to 23 months
7:00am - 6:00pm
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Center
ST. FELICITAS CATHOLIC PRESCHOOL

ST. FELICITAS CATHOLIC PRESCHOOL

St. Felicitas Catholic Preschool is a child care center in SAN LEANDRO, California. Care i... Read More

SAN LEANDRO, CA 94579
2 years - 5 years
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Angel Daycare

Angel Daycare

Education and development are important, but we know that nothing matters more than the sa... Read More

CORTE MADERA, CA 94925
6 months - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 7:30am - 5:30pm
$2,815/month
Home based, Play based
The Garden Community Preschool

The Garden Community Preschool

We are a play based emergent curriculum preschool serving Concord California since 1999.We... Read More

4.7- 14 Reviews
CONCORD, CA 94518
2 years - 5 years
7:00am - 6:00pm
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Seedlings Infant Toddler Center

Seedlings Infant Toddler Center

Seedlings is a child care center in CONCORD, California. Care is offered for up to 24 chil... Read More

5.0- 1 Review
CONCORD, CA 94518
Up to 5 years
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Curious Minds Learning Center

Curious Minds Learning Center

Curious Minds Learning Center is a child care center in CORTE MADERA, California. Care is ... Read More

5.0- 2 Reviews
CORTE MADERA, CA 94925
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri
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Center
City College of San Francisco

City College of San Francisco

Sfccd Ocean Campus Child Development Lab School is a child care center in SAN FRANCISCO, C... Read More

4.2- 442 Reviews
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94112
2 years - 5 years
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Little Star Preschool Too

Little Star Preschool Too

Little Star Preschool is a play-based preschool for children 2.5-6 years old, offering a c... Read More

5.0- 19 Reviews
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94116
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 7:30am - 5:30pm
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Center, Play based
Terra San Francisco Preschool

Terra San Francisco Preschool

Terra San Francisco Preschool is a child care center in SAN FRANCISCO, California. Care is... Read More

SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94121
Up to 5 years
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Frequently asked questions about Berkeley daycares

How much does daycare cost in Berkeley, CA?

Daycare prices in Berkeley vary by your child's age, the type of program, and the neighborhood. Infant daycare typically costs more than toddler or preschool programs. On UrbanSitter, you can compare pricing for daycares in Berkeley and filter by budget to find an option that fits your family.

How can I choose the right daycare in Berkeley, CA?

Start by touring locations, checking licensing information, and reviewing each program's approach to care. It also helps to bring a list of daycare interview questions to guide your visit. UrbanSitter lets you compare options side by side, see which daycares have open spots, and join waitlists for programs you love.

Do daycares offer part-time or drop-in care in Berkeley?

Some providers offer part-time daycare and drop-in daycare for same-day needs. UrbanSitter helps you see which Berkeley daycares offer part-time care and which locations support drop-in options so you can find a match for your schedule.

What's the difference between daycare and preschool?

Daycare programs typically support infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children with full- or part-time schedules. Preschool programs usually have a more structured, education-focused curriculum. You can learn more in our guide, Is preschool the same as daycare?

Are daycare expenses tax deductible?

Daycare itself isn't deductible, but many Berkeley families qualify for the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit or a Dependent Care FSA. These programs can help lower the cost of care. Learn more in our guide to daycare tax benefits.

What age is best to start daycare?

Families start daycare at different ages depending on availability, budget, and personal preference. Experts generally recommend choosing the age that aligns with your child's developmental needs. Explore common starting ages in our guide on the best and worst ages to start daycare.