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Berkeley Rose Waldorf School

A private school offering Waldorf education for children from nursery through 8th grade, e... Read More

OAKLAND, CA 94611

Up to 6 years

Mon-Sat/Sun, 8:30am - 5:30pm

Contact for rates

Center, Waldorf

Manzanita Recreation Center

The City of Oakland Head Start/Early Head Start is a federally and state funded early chil... Read More

OAKLAND HEAD START - 85TH AVENUE

Oakland Head Start 85 Th Avenue is a child care center in OAKLAND, California. Care is o... Read More

OAK GROVE LEARNING,INC DBA ROCKRIDGE MONTESSORI SC

Oak Grove Learning,Inc Dba Rockridge Montessori Sc is a child care center in OAKLAND, Cali... Read More

Walnut Country Preschool

Walnut Country Preschool is a child care center in CONCORD, California. Care is offered fo... Read More

Step One School

Step One School is a child care center in BERKELEY, California. Care is offered for up to ... Read More

PEAR TREE PRESCHOOL - CHABOT, THE

Pear Tree Preschool Chabot, The is a child care center in OAKLAND, California. Care is o... Read More

The Pear Tree Preschool

The Pear Tree Preschool has a unique blended curricular approach utilizing traditional Mon... Read More

OAKLAND, CA 94605

2 years - 5 years

Mon-Fri, 3:00am - 5:30pm

$433-1,980/month

Center, Montessori inspired, STEM

BlueSkies For Children

BlueSkies is committed to providing high-quality support to children and their families, e... Read More

4.5- 31 Reviews

OAKLAND, CA 94602

2 years - 5 years

Mon-Fri, 8:00am - 5:00pm

$2,333-3,171/month

Center

Montessori School of Concord

One of the greatest gifts we can give our children is the joy of learning. And learning is... Read More

4.4- 5 Reviews

CONCORD, CA 94519

2 years - 5 years

Mon-Fri, 7:00am - 6:00pm

$865-1,175/month

Center

DUCK'S NEST TODDLERS SCHOOL

Duck's Nest Toddlers School is a child care center in Oakland, California. Care is offered... Read More

Blueskies For Children - Hedco Infant/Toddler Ctr

BlueSkies is committed to providing high-quality support to children and their families, e... Read More

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Frequently asked questions about Lafayette daycares

How much does daycare cost in Lafayette, CA?

Daycare prices in Lafayette 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 Lafayette and filter by budget to find an option that fits your family.

How can I choose the right daycare in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette?

Some providers offer part-time daycare and drop-in daycare for same-day needs. UrbanSitter helps you see which Lafayette 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 Lafayette 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.