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Childrens Community Center

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

1140 Walnut St, Berkeley, CA 94707

Visit website ↗(510) 528-6975Directions ↗Licensed for 52
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
5
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
5
Last visit
12/12/2024
Total visits
9

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Children's Community Center is the oldest continually operating cooperative preschool in North America, founded in 1927. The school uses a play-based, child-led approach with active parental involvement in both education and school operations.

Philosophy
Child-led, play-based learning that follows children's curiosity and supports their needs and interests. Learning happens through play, creativity, connection, and community in a collaborative partnership between parents and professional teaching staff.
Outdoor
Extensive outdoor play on a hilltop setting with pathways for exploration, gardens, dry river beds, sand area, and natural objects for building and play. Outdoor activities happen rain or shine.

Programs

  • •Play-based learning
  • •Gardening
  • •Sensory play
  • •Story time
  • •Art and craft projects
  • •Obstacle courses

Highlights

  • ✓Oldest continually operating cooperative preschool in North America since 1927
  • ✓Unique cooperative model with strong parental involvement and parent education programs
  • ✓Magical outdoor hilltop campus with extensive nature-based play areas
  • ✓Celebrates diversity and cultivates cultural awareness, understanding and empathy

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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