Home-Based Child Care Services in Oakland, CA
Zebra Stripes Child Care & Preschool is proud to offer nurturing and personalized home-based child care services for children ages 1 to 5. Located in a warm, welcoming home environment in Oakland, California, our child care program provides a unique alternative to traditional child care centers. This home-based setting allows us to create a cozy, family-like atmosphere where your child feels safe, loved, and valued.
Benefits of Home-Based Child Care vs. Child Care Centers
Choosing a home-based child care service in Oakland has many advantages over larger child care centers, including
Smaller Class Sizes
Our low child-to-caregiver ratios mean your child receives more individualized attention, fostering stronger bonds and ensuring their unique needs are met.
Personalized Care
We can adapt routines, meals, and activities to align closely with your family’s preferences and your child’s developmental stage.
Consistent & Familiar Environment
Children benefit from a predictable, consistent setting that helps reduce separation anxiety and supports emotional security.
Close-Knit Community Feel
Our home-based care encourages family involvement and fosters a tight-knit community of children and parents.
Flexible Scheduling
Being smaller allows us to offer more flexible hours and accommodations to support your family’s schedule.
Reduced Exposure to Illness
With fewer children in our care, there’s typically less exposure to the germs that spread quickly in larger centers.
What Kind of Care We Provide
At Zebra Stripes, we believe that early childhood is a critical period for growth and development. Our home-based child care services focus on providing holistic care that supports your child’s physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development.
- Safe & Secure Environment: Our home is carefully childproofed and designed to provide a safe space for your little one to explore and learn.
- Age-Appropriate Learning Activities: We offer stimulating activities tailored to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers that promote cognitive skills, language development, fine and gross motor skills, and creativity.
- Individualized Attention & Emotional Support: We nurture each child’s emotional well-being through responsive caregiving, comfort, and encouragement.
- Structured Daily Routines: Balanced schedules with time for play, rest, meals, and skill-building help children feel secure and support healthy habits.
- Social Interaction: Small group settings encourage positive social development, cooperation, sharing, and friendship building.
- Healthy Meals & Snacks: Nutritious food is provided to fuel your child’s growth and energy throughout the day.
Every aspect of our home-based child care revolves around creating a loving, nurturing environment where children feel supported and excited to learn each day.
Frequently Asked Child Care Questions
What ages of children do you accept for home-based child care?
We provide care for children aged 1 to 5 years old, ensuring age-appropriate activities and attention for toddlers and preschoolers.
How does home-based child care differ from traditional daycare centers?
Home-based child care offers a smaller, more intimate setting with fewer children, enabling personalized attention and a family-like atmosphere.
Are meals and snacks provided?
Yes, we provide nutritious meals and snacks that meet your child’s dietary needs and support healthy growth.
What kind of educational activities do you offer?
Our program includes age-appropriate learning activities focusing on early literacy, motor skills, creativity, social development, and cognitive growth.
How do you handle nap and rest times?
We follow a consistent daily routine that includes scheduled nap times to ensure children get the rest they need in a calm and comfortable environment.
Is your facility licensed and insured?
Yes, Zebra Stripes Child Care & Preschool complies with all local licensing requirements and maintains appropriate insurance coverage to provide safe and reliable care.
Experience the Difference of Home-Based Child Care in Oakland
If you are looking for a warm, personalized, and trusted child care option in the Oakland area, Zebra Stripes Child Care & Preschool invites you to explore the benefits of home-based care. Our experienced team is passionate about helping your child grow, learn, and thrive in a safe, loving setting.
Contact us today at 510-501-6955 to schedule a visit, learn more about our home-based child care services, and discover how we can partner with your family for your child’s early years.