Lake Merritt Child Care Center

Lake Merritt Child Care Center

A Nurturing Environment for Young Learners

The Lake Merritt Child Care Center provides a warm and secure environment for young children, ages 2 to 5. Full-time and part-time options meet the needs of working parents. We focus on bilingual (English and Chinese) education and fun, engaging activities that prepare your child for school and life.

Why Choose Us?

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Bilingual Curriculum: English and Chinese instruction.

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Dedicated Teachers: Compassionate staff committed to your child’s development.

Boy Playing with Educational Toys
Lake Merritt Child Care Center
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Safe & Clean: Daily sanitation and strict health protocols, including wellness checks.

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Licensed by the California Department of Social Services (Child Care Licensing)

    • Preschool License #013423103
    • School-Age License #013423104

Words from Our Parents

“We are very happy that we chose LMCC for our daughter. She enjoyed her time there, made friends, and grew more confident. The teachers were caring and supportive, and we always felt that she was in good hands. We truly appreciate everything LMCC has done for our family and would highly recommend LMCC to other families.”

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  -Stella

“LMCC was much more than a childcare center—it became a second home for our child. It has given our child not only a strong foundation for learning but also confidence, happiness, and wonderful memories that will last a lifetime. Every morning when we dropped our child off at LMCC, we knew our child was safe, loved, and cared for.”

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           — Zhilin Luo, Jackson’s Mom

“We chose LMCC because it was very clean, spacious and new. I witnessed my child’s growth through the songs he would sing at random times throughout the days like ABC’s, Days of the Week, and my favorite: a Father’s Day song. I would tell other families that LMCC is very attentive with my child’s care. I rest easy knowing he is well taken care of whilst at school.”

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            — Joe, Jun’s Dad

“We chose LMCC for its loving teachers and warm community atmosphere. I especially appreciate the school’s Chinese-English bilingual education. Our child felt safe and happy starting from his very first day at school. He has become far more confident, made great progress in social skills, and developed strong curiosity about everything around him.”

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               — Anonymous Parent

“Our family has been part of LMCC for the past six years, and it has truly become a special place for our family. Both of our children started when they were just two years old, and we’ve watched our children grow academically, become more confident and independent, and build wonderful friendships along the way. Looking back on the past six years, choosing LMCC was one of the best decisions we made for our children.”

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             — Hedy, Ade & Mandy’s Mom

Office Hours

Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Eligibility & Enrollment

Ages: 2-5 years old
Completion of required forms:

  • LMCC Enrollment Forms
  • California Childcare Licensing Forms
  • Physician’s Report
  • Immunization Records: Children must have all required shots
  • Bring all the necessary items needed for school

Contact Information

250 12th Street,
Oakland, CA 94607

Tel: (510) 834-3399 
Email 

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