My baby was going here for 6+ month and I am extremely happy with how the team cares for my baby…read more What I especially like: - great hours: I am able to drop off my baby early enough to be at the office on-site in time for the day to start (I am not allowed to work from home) - they are great about feeding my baby his milk and are great at feeding his food as well. - the team got my baby into a great sleeping routine. I highly recommend.

My son attended Sunny from 7mos to 3 years old and I could not be happier with Mayra and Sara…read more.. and Vivi and Andre too. They truly helped me raise my son, which as a solo parent I very much appreciate. From crafts, to early learning activities, to outdoor play, to live music and singing my son left Sunny a more fulfilled child and fully ready for preschool. I had not planned for my son to be bilingual but l the Spanish he learned at Sunny made the decision to continue to a Spanish immersion preschool a must for me. And the food! I honestly do not know what we will do without the wonderfully cooked often-Colombian inspired meals, with organic ingredients. My son also had an egg allergy that they worked around so well. I feel very lucky to have found Mayra and her team.

I can't say enough about how wonderful Sahar has been for our family. She's taken care of my son…read moresince he was eight months old and provides a loving, bright, happy, environment for him. She is warm, friendly, and playful. My baby is always so happy to see her and doesn't want to leave her arms at the end of the day! A few things stand out about Cuddle Home. First, they cook amazing homemade meals- my kid eats better here than he does at home! Second, the house is curated with the kinds of toys that encourage open-ended play (musical instruments, wooden toys, etc.) which I appreciate very much because that's what we strive to have at home. Lastly, the home is impeccably clean and free of unnecessary clutter and distractions. No chaos- just bright, happy spaces. Overall we've been extremely satisfied with Cuddle Home and plan to stay here as long as we have childcare needs.

This daycare is beautiful for an in home facility. Sahar, the caregiver who runs Cuddle Home is…read morevery passionate and nurturing with all children. Shes been caring for my 16 month old since he was 8 weeks. So we are so happy she opened an organized, very clean, and bright daycare. Sahar is passionate about music and dancing, makes healthy homemade food for her kids, and does everything she can to make every day a happy one. If you are looking for a trusted daycare, this will not disappoint.

Our daughter attended Tiny Footprints for two years and it was absolutely amazing! From the daily…read morecheck ins, to the weekly field trips and holiday activities, our girl had a great time. Cecy and staff became family and if we could keep our toddler there until college we would lol.

Tiny Footprints Childcare has been such a meaningful part of our family's early years. Both my…read moredaughter and son attended until TK, and we couldn't have asked for a better start to their educational journey. The environment at Tiny Footprints is not only loving and nurturing but also thoughtfully structured to support both academic readiness and emotional growth. Cecy, Olivia, and Consuelo truly pour their hearts into the children. Our daughter transitioned into TK with confidence, and now that our son has just finished his time there, we see the same strong foundation in him--socially, emotionally, and developmentally. Cecy is more than just a caregiver--she's a true community builder. She brings families together, fosters connections, and creates a sense of belonging that extends far beyond the classroom. We always felt supported, informed, and part of something special. Tiny Footprints is more than a childcare center--it's a community, a safe haven, and a place where children (and parents) are truly seen and cared for. We're so grateful for the beautiful start our kids received here.

Ms Yemi, Dora and her family are great. This is a place where my son is loved and safe. Flexible…read morewith my schedule, healthy home cooked meals, outdoor play. You can see the genuine love they have for the kids. If you need a safe, warm place for your child. I will always recommend Love and Care Daycare. I recentl

It's going to be hard to me to put into words how grateful I am for Yemi, Dora, and Yemi's family,…read morebut I am going to try. My son started at Love & Care when he was 4 months old. He was my first child and I was petrified, but I was immediately comforted by Yemi's warm and nurturing presence. He took to her right away. There's nothing better as a working mother than knowing your kid is safe, happy, and well fed while you are away. Yemi and Dora feed the kids much better food than most childcare. Tons of fresh fruits and veggies and home cooked meals. They even occasionally make authentic Ethiopian and Salvadoran meals from scratch. My son has always been a great eater, loves veggies and is always willing to try new foods. I credit that almost entirely to Yemi and Dora. Both of my kids had egg allergies as babies and my son had a milk allergy. They were always careful about that and we never had any problems. My husband and I started contemplating house shopping when I got pregnant with our daughter a couple years ago. We need a second bathroom and another bedroom. However, we are so attached to Yemi that we decided we would stick it out for 4 more years until our daughter is ready for pre school because we are close to Yemi, and we want our daughter to be with her. She is that special to us. The value is also so good. Yemi's prices for the care and food that she provides are unmatched. You will not find another daycare that will give your child the same level of nurturing and comfort that Yemi and Dora provide for a better price. Love and Care is wonderful for the littles. My son started to feel like he was outgrowing it when he was close to age 4, so we switched to a more structured pre school at that age. Nowadays, he still comes with me to pick up his sister sometimes. He always greats Yemi with a hug and busts in the gates of the playroom. I still have to drag him out of there. Yemi's home is spilling over with love and I cannot recommend it enough.

Both of our kids went to Albany Sunflower Daycare and loved it there. Ms Helen is a very kind,…read morepatient and caring teacher who made our children feel at home. The daycare is located in a residential safe area, the house equipped with everything the kiddos need- large outdoor space, room for play and room for naps. I knew my kids are getting fed hot meals, getting their naps and lots of vitamin D outside. Operating hours are the best for working parents which made our drop offs and pick ups less stressful! We can't recommend Ms Helen and family enough for anyone looking for a daycare in Albany area. Mandarin language exposure was a huge plus for our kids even though none of us (adults) speak it at home. Thank you!

Both of my children attended Sunflower Daycare for several years, and we couldn't have asked for a…read morebetter experience. Ms. Helen is incredibly kind, patient, and attentive. She was wonderfully supportive during potty training, made sure the kids were dressed appropriately for the weather, and created a warm, nurturing environment. The daycare has a great outdoor play space, serves delicious home-cooked meals that my kids still talk about, and is exceptionally clean--my children rarely got sick while they were there, which is a feat in itself! Ms. Helen also has a strong background in early childhood education and incorporates age-appropriate learning, arts and crafts, music, and early academics into the day. By the time my daughter started TK, she was very well prepared. Since Ms. Helen speaks Mandarin with the children, both of my kids were also able to maintain their Mandarin fluency. One thing to note is that Ms. Helen is more comfortable communicating in Mandarin than English. This was fine for me since I speak Mandarin, while my husband usually communicated through email or Google Translate. We feel lucky to have found Sunflower Daycare. It felt like having a trusted family member with expertise in early childhood education caring for our children. I highly recommend it to any family looking for a loving, enriching daycare.

Felicia Campbell, who runs this daycare, is as lovely and patient a woman as I've met. We found…read moregreat reviews for Gentle Start on Berkeley Parents Network and I spent an afternoon visiting there. She has a great set up, with an outdoor play area that the kids love. The kids seem to honestly care for one another, too, and impressed me considerably with their kindness and affection for the youngest in the bunch. Felicia is exceptionally organized and will provide a complete packet of information for you when you start. She also provides some educational preparation and snacks for the kids. As an added bonus, her rates are very attractive and provide for extended hours for folks who are commuting and have to manage early drop-offs or later pick-ups.

I found Gentle Start on Yelp and Berkeley Parents Network. I visited without my daughter first to…read moreget a feel of Felicia and the other staff.. as well as the kids. I was very pleased! All the staff are very patient and caring, and the children are behaved (well, for typical 1-4 year olds) and get along very well together. The vibe and mood of the home seems like family. I brought my daughter back that same day and she did not want to leave. She has been there for 4 months now and always asks if she can go to 'school.' Even on weekends and when I tell her I will be home from work. She comes home with new songs, dances, and stories about her friends. I highly recommend Gentle Start!!

We were with Lola( provider) for over 3 years, and both of our daughters attended until they were…read moreready to start TK. From the very beginning, she created such a caring and nurturing environment for the kids. Her ability to communicate in both Spanish and English was a huge plus for our family and really helped with our girls' early language development. She was always very communicative, keeping us updated on how the day went and making sure we felt involved in their routines. She also provided healthy lunches every day, which made things so much easier for us as working parents. Most importantly, she always made sure the kids were well-fed, well-rested, and happy. We're so grateful for the love and care she gave our daughters--she truly became part of our extended family. I would highly recommend her daycare to any parent looking for a safe, loving, and reliable place for their little ones.

When we moved to the east bay, we needed a day care for going back to the office for work for the…read morefirst time for our 2 year old who was born during Covid. We toured 5 day cares and of the 5, Lola's stood out. Our daughter interacted with her immediately and we could tell she was instantly comfortable with her. It was wonderful! Our daughter stayed there for almost 3 years and has transitioned so easily to elementary school because of the foundation at Lola's. Lola also has a great way of attracting amazing families to her day care, and we have a community of current and former students of hers who still celebrate birthdays together and have play dates. What else could you ask for? Thank you Lola! We are so grateful for how you helped raise our child during her formative years, and how you helped create a great community.

My son Liam started at Little Bears Daycare a year and half ago (at 3 months old). As a first time…read moremom i had no idea what to look for in a daycare or what questions to ask, all I have is my motherly instinct and upon first visit with the owner of Little Bears, Marisa, I knew right away that this was where I wanted him to spend his days since I had to go back to work. Marisa gave me several references of other parents to call to chat about their experiences and all raved about her and her team. Liam clearly loves all of the women: Marisa, Gioconda and Edilima. We are so happy that we found this place and plan on keeping Liam at Little Bears until next year before he starts pre-school. Little Bears does provide warm healthy home-cook food, lots of love, story time, music, dance and outdoor play for the little ones. We have been providing wipes, diapers, bottles/milk for him.

My wife and I did extensive research, toured more than a dozen daycares in the east bay and were…read moreappalled by the options we had in our hands. Luckily, Marisa replied to one of our texts/emails positively (thank god!), because she just had an open spot. My son Michail, 8 months old at the time, enrolled back in September. He is 13 months old now and we could not be happier with the care our little one gets at Little Bears Daycare. Marisa, Gioconda and Edilma are great! They take care of him, feed him with organic food (fruit, vegetable and meat), and he is always happy and smiling when we drop him off or pick him up. He was a little cautious in the beginning, but now he shows signs of attachment, especially to Marisa and Gioconda. We couldn't be happier. We feel really lucky! Schedule is 8am-5.30pm, Monday to Friday (I think there is an option for 3 days a week). We provide diapers, formula and wipes.