Every one of our teachers goes through a full orientation which includes a comprehensive training program during the first two weeks of employment.
Prior to coming on board we conduct a thorough backround and reference check.
Every member of our staff meets or exceeds the qualification requirement set forth by the state of California.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Yearly Tuition: $45,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$45,000
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: It's more than daycare, it's KinderCare!
- Welcome to the Harbor Bay KinderCare, off of North Loop Road. Our
center has been caring for our community for over 25 years. We are
excited that you are interested in our program and can't wait to
meet with you and your family.
By offering a wide range of learning opportunities and experiences we will promote your child's emotional, personal, and social development, as well as provide a warm, friendly and safe environment.
We understand that entrusting someone else with the care of your child can be difficult, as partners we will work closely with you to ensure you have chosen the right place where we will inspire your child's love of learning. - Keeping your child safe is our number one priority. Our school has a keypad entry to enter into our lobby. All children must be signed in and out daily in our attendance books. Our playgrounds are entirely fenced in and all exit gates have an alarm in place.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: German, Mandarin, Spanish
- All local agencies, (Banana, Davis Street, 4 Cs, Child Care Links), discuss on tour
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Harbor Bay KinderCare cost?
Harbor Bay KinderCare's tuition is approximately $45,000 for private students.
What schools are Harbor Bay KinderCare often compared to?
Harbor Bay KinderCare is often viewed alongside schools like Bright Horizons At Garner Learning Center by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Harbor Bay KinderCare?
The application deadline for Harbor Bay KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
Popular comparisons: Harbor Bay KinderCare vs. Bright Horizons At Garner Learning Center
The nearest high school to Harbor Bay KinderCare is Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School (2.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Coastline Christian Schools (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Bright Horizons At Garner Learning Center (0.3 miles away)
Show me:
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Bright Horizons At Garner Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
2275 N Loop Rd
Alameda, CA 94502
(510) 769-5437
Alameda, CA 94502
(510) 769-5437
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 143 students Avg. class size: 24 students
1801 N Loop Rd
Alameda, CA 94502
(510) 522-0200
Alameda, CA 94502
(510) 522-0200
0.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 314 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1335 High St
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 521-0787
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 521-0787
1.9 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 304 students Avg. class size: 28 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Rising Star Montessori ![Rising Star Montessori Photo - small yard]( "Rising Star Montessori Photo - small yard")
Montessori School
1421 High Street
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 865-4536
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 865-4536
2 miles
Gr: PK | 85 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School ![Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School Photo - Congratulations SJND graduates!]( "Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School Photo - Congratulations SJND graduates!")
(Catholic)
1011 Chestnut Street
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 523-1526
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 523-1526
2.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 426 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 38 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1910 Central Ave
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 769-7100
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 769-7100
2.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 56 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cristo Rey De La Salle East Bay High School
(Catholic)
Po Box 7010
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 517-2103
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 517-2103
3.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 272 students Tuition listed
Patten Academy Of Christian Education ![Patten Academy Of Christian Education Photo]( "Patten Academy Of Christian Education Photo")
(Christian)
2430 Coolidge Ave
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 533-3121
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 533-3121
4.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 169 students Avg. class size: 9 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Spectrum Center
Special Education School
6325 Camden St
Oakland, CA 94605
(510) 729-6384
Oakland, CA 94605
(510) 729-6384
4.4 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 39 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1801 N Loop Rd
Alameda, CA 94502
(510) 522-0200
Alameda, CA 94502
(510) 522-0200
0.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 314 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1335 High St
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 521-0787
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 521-0787
1.9 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 304 students Avg. class size: 28 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
St. Barnabas School
(Catholic)
1400 6th Street
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 521-0595
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 521-0595
2.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 145 students Avg. class size: 12 students
St. Joseph Elementary School ![St. Joseph Elementary School Photo]( "St. Joseph Elementary School Photo")
(Catholic)
1910 San Antonio Avenue
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 522-4456
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 522-4456
2.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 297 students Avg. class size: 28 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
Da Vinci Center For Gifted Children
Special Program Emphasis
2050 Lincoln Ave
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 219-9410
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 219-9410
2.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 12 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Bright Horizons At Garner Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
2275 N Loop Rd
Alameda, CA 94502
(510) 769-5437
Alameda, CA 94502
(510) 769-5437
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 143 students Avg. class size: 24 students
1335 High St
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 521-0787
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 521-0787
1.9 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 304 students Avg. class size: 28 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Rising Star Montessori ![Rising Star Montessori Photo - small yard]( "Rising Star Montessori Photo - small yard")
Montessori School
1421 High Street
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 865-4536
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 865-4536
2 miles
Gr: PK | 85 students Tuition listed
Luna's Montessori Bilingual School
Montessori School
1247 Park Avenue
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 521-2354
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 521-2354
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 35 students Avg. class size: 12 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 71% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
200 Aughinbaugh Way
Alameda, CA 94502
(510) 748-4010
Alameda, CA 94502
(510) 748-4010
0.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 531 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
(Math: 83% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
400 Packet Landing Rd.
Alameda, CA 94502
(510) 748-4003
Alameda, CA 94502
(510) 748-4003
1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 573 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
(Math: 67% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1250 Fernside Blvd.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4018
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4018
1.6 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 971 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
(Math: 67% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3010 Fillmore St.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4013
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4013
1.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 569 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
(Math: 51% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2200 Central Ave.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 337-7022
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 337-7022
2.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,868 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
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