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I couldn't be happier with the Karen's Kiddos Daycare and
Preschool! My 2 sons (ages 31 mos and 15 mos) have been
at Karen's since they were 11 months old and they love
it. They look forward to going to ''school'' each day and
have made some wonderful friendships. Karen and her staff
are professional, caring, flexible and genuinely
interested in the well being of the children. My sons
have learned so much at a young age, from good manners to
the ABC's. The children have lots of free time to play, as
well as a structured learning environment. There is
plenty of outdoor time to enjoy the large play space and
explore their surroundings. I highly recommend Karen's
Kiddos!
Kristen
My son attended Karen's Kiddos for 2 years. The director,
Karen, was a teacher in the public schools before opening
her daycare. She accepts children between the ages of 1-4.
It is truly a wonderful place! The setting is beautiful
with an inviting outdoor space. Karen and her staff
nurture the younger children while preparing the older ones
for kindergarten. Most of all, she offers an amazing sense
of community by welcoming parents and families to visit as
well as providing plenty of extra functions to bring
families together. In fact, my son is now 15 years old and
the Karen's Kiddo's moms still meet once a month for a
''Mom's Night Out''. I can honestly say that some of my best
current friendships started at Karen's Kiddos. I would
highly recommend it!
ebschnur
Karen's Kiddos Preschool, a home-based preschool, has a lot to offer to preschoolers. It has plenty of toys & manipulatives, a reading corner with chairs, calendar and circle/singing time, letter of the week activities, lunch time, TV time, nap time, snack time, outside play, and help with potty training. My 4.5 year old son attended the preschool for 3 years and my daughter attended for 2 years. I feel my children are well-adjusted and they looked forward to going to preschool everyday!
What I like most about Karen's Kiddos Preschool is 1)the
professional and nurturing teachers, 2) mealtime- lunch is
provided daily and my children like to eat vegetables, 3)
the emphasis on good manners and routines, and 4) the
spacious layout of the school, both indoor and outdoor.
I recommend Karen's Kiddos Preschool for your child's
preschool needs!
Lily
My daughter attended Karen's Kiddos Preschool from the
time she was three years old until she graduated and began
attending kindergarten. I have to say, Karen's Kiddos was
such a blessing to us as a family. Our daughter had
attended other preschool/daycares before and we had never
felt so comfortable with the curriculum, the cleanliness,
the way the staff deals with behavioral issues and the
communication we received from the people who were caring
for our daughter. I made friends with many of the parents
whose children attended Karen's Kiddos at the same time
and engaged in activities with them outside of the school.
It really feels like a family there. Now that my daughter
is in kindergarten I can really see how the time spent at
Karen's Kiddo has helped her to be prepared academically
as well as behaviorally; she is very helpful and courteous
and she is a very good listener AND she already has the
basics of reading and math. I highly recommend Karen's
Kiddos.
Meigan
Several months ago I enrolled my now 2 year-old daughter at
Karen's Kiddo's based on a friend's recommendation whose 2
kids are KK veterans. Karens Kiddos is a small family
childcare for kids 18 months - 6 years. Can't recommend them
highly enough. They are really dedicated to each child,
taking the time to get to know each one. Karen and staff
have a strong background in early child development and are
enthusiastic, loving and easygoing. They really focus on
helping the kids grow intellectually, socially and
emotionally. This was my (slow-to-warm)daughter's first
daycare experience and she loves it --it provides the right
balance of a gentle environment with just the right amount
of stimulation. And they feed the kids healthy lunches and
afternoon snacks (and it's really nice to not have to pack a
lunch!).And if all that wasn't enough, the parent community
is equally great. I really wish I had found Karen's Kiddos
sooner. Hours are 8:00-5:00pm and they have part and
full-time openings (take advantage of it - they don't often
have many openings!).www.karenskiddos.com or 510-525-6775.
Patrice
My son (who will be 16 next month)spent the first 5 years of his life at Karen's Kiddo's pre-school in El Cerrito. It was the basis for his upbringing and I could not have been more pleased with Karen and her staff, all of whom I continue to have contact with. The pre-school is the perfect blend of home and school. It is structured yet homey and the perfect environment for learning and play. The children are taught to be polite and respectful and all the skills needed to get along in the real world. Karen and her staff taught me a lot about raising a happy healthy child. Two of my cousins sent each of their two children to Karen's Kiddos also. I would highly recommend Karen's Kiddos to parents of children of all different personalities and interests. Contact: Karen Lee, 510 525-6775
Does anyone have any experience, advice or knowledge regarding Karen's Kiddos home based pre-school in El Cerrito-run by Karen Lee? I have searched the archives but found nothing. Thank you!
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