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Where Learning Begins with Love

A nurturing home daycare in Oakland where your child explores, creates, and grows through daily adventures, chef-prepared organic meals, and 25+ years of dedicated care.

Licensed & Insured
25+ Years Experience
Chef-Prepared Meals
Daily Adventures

“Our mission is to provide a thoughtfully prepared environment where children learn through play, exploration, and self-direction. Inspired by Montessori principles, we nurture independence, curiosity, and respect, helping each child build a solid foundation for lifelong learning.”

More Than Daycare — A Second Home

Our intimate home setting provides the best of both worlds: the warmth of a nanny with the structure and safety of a licensed facility.

Daily Adventures

Zoo visits, museum trips, library story times, and park adventures. Every day brings new discoveries.

Homemade Organic Meals

Delicious, nutritious meals and snacks prepared fresh daily by our culinary school graduate.

Personal Attention

Small group sizes mean your child receives individualized care and the nurturing attention they deserve.

25+ Years Experience

Extensive training in child development, nursing, nutrition, and special needs support.

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Your Child's Second Mom

Hi, I'm Sarah — founder of Bridges Early Learning and a passionate advocate for early childhood development.

With over 25 years caring for infants, toddlers, and young children, I've dedicated my life to creating environments where little ones thrive. My journey includes culinary school, nursing education, child development studies, and specialized training as a postpartum doula.

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Play-Based, Child-Led, Montessori-Inspired

Children learn best when they're engaged, curious, and having fun. Our program blends structured activities with the freedom to explore.

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Baby Yoga & Movement

Building body awareness, coordination, and calm focus through gentle movement.

Music and creative arts

Music, Art & Creativity

From finger painting to rhythm instruments, children express themselves freely.

Garden and nature

Garden & Nature

Growing fruits and vegetables teaches responsibility and the wonder of nature.

Every Day is an Exploration

We believe childhood should be filled with wonder. That's why we go beyond the backyard — taking daily trips to experience everything Oakland has to offer.

Trusted by Oakland Families

Hear from parents who have experienced the Bridges difference.

Sarah has been an absolute blessing for our family. Our daughter comes home excited to tell us about her adventures every single day.

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The meals are incredible — my picky eater actually tries new foods because he helps grow them in the garden and cook them!

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We chose Bridges because of Sarah's experience with special needs children. She understood our son from day one.

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Limited spots are available for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Schedule a visit today!

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