Best Drop-In Daycares in Oakland, CA

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Eastmont Hills
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In-home daycare designed with play and learning at the forefront. Children participate in activities like art, daily outdoor time, and imaginative and creative play.

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Bushrod
Openings Now Verified 5.0

Our program is thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of both children and their families. We offer a warm, home-like environment with age-appropriate materials, experienced caregivers, and a newly...

My daughter has thrived at Blooms daycare under the love and care from Shayla, Ranyah, Karima and Rosie. She started at 8 months old and has grown into an enthusiastic toddler who knows her colors, n…

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Woodminster
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Play-based home daycare offering childcare and early learning opportunities for infants, toddlers and preschool-age children. Age-appropriate toys and games are available for exploration and hands-on...

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394 Adams St Adams Point
Openings Soon Claimed 5.0

Our play-based programs reflect the belief that every child is unique and special. Experienced, caring teachers work to help each child develop competency in the social, emotional, intellectual,...

Broadway Children's School is what a preschool should be. Curriculum: The teachers develop a play-based curriculum that includes lots of variety from free-play with toys to story time. My son bring…

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Eastmont Hills
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In-home family childcare focused on kindergarten readiness through developmentally appropriate activities. Children are encouraged to learn, share, and play with peers and curriculum targets the...

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Shepherd Canyon
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A home-based child care and preschool provider serving children and families. Teachers provide a variety of hands-on learning activities that work on each child's physical, social, emotional and...

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169 14th St Downtown Oakland
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Midsized daycare and preschool center located on the corner of a bustling downtown block. Indoor spaces feature lots of engaging toys and books. Outdoor play area features large-sized playground...

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Millsmont
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Grizzly and Cubs Family Daycare is a warm, home-based childcare program dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for young children. We focus on helping each child grow...

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Millsmont
Claimed 5.0

Family-owned daycare specializing in free play while working toward school readiness. When your child advances into TK from We Play & Learn they can identify letters, sounds, numbers, colors, and...

I love Mrs Netta and her staff very welcomingunderatand and my son has been there since he was 2month and he’s now 3

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Gaskill
Claimed 5.0

At LoveJoy Daycare, we provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can grow and thrive. Located in Emeryville, California, our daycare offers a range of educational...

My son stayed at lovejoy for the summer and he really enjoyed it. He said that teacher Ashley is kind and her food was delicious. Everyday they go to the park or library that is near the daycare. I c…

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Ivy Hill
Claimed 5.0

Bilingual, home-based child care program focuses on language development along with social-emotional, cognitive, and motor skills. Program activities include reading, music, singing, dancing, cooking,...

This preschool is fantastic. My son really enjoys going here. His stuffed animals "go to school" on the days that he doesn't, and they sing all the songs from Circle Time, in English and in Spanish. …

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Downtown Oakland
Claimed 5.0

Private, bilingual micro-school offering a program for children in preschool through second grade in a home setting. Education is personalized and tailored to meet the needs of children. Curriculum...

Martina and Alex are wonderful instructors. We could not have survived this pandemic without their support, love and instruction. They make everything so easy and my daughter loved going there. In fa…

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3540 Lakeshore Ave Lakeshore
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Our center is licensed by the State Department of Social Services. Children are accepted from the ages of two to five years for the preschool program, and five to twelve years for the School Age...

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Foothill Square
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With over twenty years of experience in childcare, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my role. As a former childcare provider, employee, and children's transportation caregiver, I have...

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Las Palmas
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A nurturing environment with daily learning activities and meals provided. We welcome children from all backgrounds and accept subsidized childcare programs.

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Bushrod
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Family childcare program offering blended curriculum and care program. Children are allowed free time to play and interact daily.

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Foothill
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TLC Childcare provides reliable, structured care for toddlers with flexible scheduling, including early morning, extended, and overnight options to support working parents.

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3710 Dorisa Ave Sequoyah

Montessori-based, independent preschool in Oakland, CA. The school is committed to helping children be academically prepared for their life ahead, as well as socially and emotionally prepared to be...

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East 14th Street Business District
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At Love Centered Daycare, we believe every child deserves a warm, loving space where they can safely explore, learn, and grow. Our days are filled with meaningful play — from story time and beginner...

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Eastmont

Small homebased daycare with raised bed gardens in the front lawn. The backyard is fully fenced-in. Toys and books provided to children, and home is well-equipped to entertain them.

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Foothill Square
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Discover a warm and welcoming Child Care school in Oakland at Edna’s Home4childcare. With a focus on creating a supportive and loving atmosphere, our dedicated team emphasizes bilingual education,...

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Arroyo Viejo
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Daycare offering childcare and early learning services to infants through school-age children. Program includes appropriate learning activities for varying ages and developmental stages in order to...

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Sobrante Park
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Home-based daycare program.

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Oak Center
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Play-based program encouraging children to learn through activities ranging from circle time to crafts, music and reading. Daily activities include academic curriculum and lessons, arts and crafts,...

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Durant Manor
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Precious Blessings daycare is a home-away-from-home where we have fun, learn through play & structure, dance, and do crafts & activities. We offer a safe, nurturing & caring environment. All meals are...

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Hegenberger

Fully licensed, home-based childcare provided in a comfortable family-style setting. Backyard features a mid-sized play area, and children learn through play and arts-based activities.

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Peralta Hacienda
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Provider offering childcare and early learning services to young children.

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Oakland
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Early learning program offering education services to toddlers and preschool-age children. Children are exposed to dramatic play materials, a reading area, yoga and meditation, and a host of pretend...

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San Antonio
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Structured daycare facility catering to infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Program focuses on kid-friendly activities and field trips. Age-appropriate academic and Biblically-based...

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Iveywood
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Ilys Daycare is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Iveywood in Oakland, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

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3534 Lakeshore Ave Lakeshore
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Lakeshore Childrens Center 2 is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 3534 Lakeshore Ave in Lakeshore in Oakland, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...

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Havenscourt

Boujee Babies Daycare is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Havenscourt in Oakland, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

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Havenscourt

Sherline Wilson is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Havenscourt in Oakland, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

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Sequoyah

Joyous Beginnings Learning Center is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Sequoyah in Oakland, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

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Oakland

Noni Bear Day Care is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Oakland, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

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Gifted Little Hands Playschool is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Golden Gate in Oakland, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

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Elmhurst Park

Wilsons Tiny Tots Day Care is a licensed child care home offering preschool programs located in Elmhurst Park in Oakland, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

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Smiles, Giggle, And Miracles Childcare is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Millsmont in Oakland, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

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Hoover - Foster

Barbara Whitfield is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Hoover - Foster in Oakland, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

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Downtown Oakland

Mindful Me Academy Childcare is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Downtown Oakland in Oakland, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

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Leona Heights

Mothers Touch Day Care is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Leona Heights in Oakland, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

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Mosswood

Aronda Morris is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Mosswood in Oakland, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

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Iveywood

Las Palmas Daycare 2 is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Iveywood in Oakland, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

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Elmhurst Park

Tammie Russell-Jones is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Elmhurst Park in Oakland, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

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Oakland Ave - Harrison St

Brenda Mercado is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Oakland Ave - Harrison St in Oakland, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

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Eastmont

Sterlings Family Child Care is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Eastmont in Oakland, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

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Webster

Tiny Miracles Small Wonders is a licensed child care home offering preschool programs located in Webster in Oakland, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

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Santa Fe

Lawrence Hart is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Santa Fe in Oakland, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

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East Lake

Lil Franklin Day Care is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in East Lake in Oakland, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

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Redwood Heights

Best Friends Forever is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Redwood Heights in Oakland, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

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FAQs About Oakland Drop-In Daycares

How does drop-in daycare work
Enrolling your child in a drop-in daycare program is the first step toward securing flexible childcare solutions. Post-registration, the service allows you to bring your child in as needed, provided you verify space availability beforehand by phone or online. This system is ideal for parents who occasionally find themselves without their regular childcare options or who require only a few hours of care at sporadic intervals.
What is a drop-in daycare?
A drop-in daycare service can be a solution for parents seeking temporary childcare. This option caters to those in need of a safe, nurturing environment for their children, whether for just a few hours or a full day. With a variety of providers offering different durations of care, parents can easily find a match for their specific needs, ensuring their children are well-looked after even when regular arrangements are unavailable.