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Laurel Child Development Ctr

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

3825 California St, Oakland, CA 94619

Visit website ↗(510) 879-8820Directions ↗Licensed for 72
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Licensing & safety record

✓ Clean licensing record

No citations or complaint visits on file with state licensing as of 2025-09-29. Last licensing visit: 8/15/2024 (1 total).

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

About this preschool

Laurel Preschool serves Pre-K students in a warm, welcoming environment focused on joyful learning through play and creativity. The program supports early academic and social-emotional skill development through hands-on learning and strong family-teacher relationships.

Philosophy
Children grow through play, creativity, and daily routines that support early academic and social-emotional skills. Teachers build strong relationships with families and create a safe, structured environment where every child feels confident, curious, and ready to learn.
Ages served
Pre-K
Hours
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Programs

  • •Reading
  • •Math
  • •Self-regulation

Highlights

  • ✓Warm and welcoming classrooms
  • ✓Hands-on learning approach
  • ✓Strong family-teacher relationships
  • ✓Safe, structured environment

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Teacher ratio, Meals, Outdoor space, Religious affiliation. Ask the preschool directly.

Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 24, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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