Where Little Minds Bloom In Two Languages

A nurturing daycare and preschool where children 3 months - 5 years grow through play, creativity, and an immersive Mandarin learning experience

1:4

Teacher - Child Ratio

10+

Years of Experience

5 Star

Parent Reviews

Spots available for all ages starting August 2026. Contact us today.

Infant Care

For children 3-12 months old

We provide exceptional care for our youngest children to learn and thrive in a bright and nurturing environment.

Flexible feeding & nap times

Daily outings for mental stimulation
& exercise

Regular photos & updates

Curriculum

Sensory & Cognitive Development:
Activities to encourage curiosity and brain development
Motor Skills & Physical Growth:
Strengthening muscles & coordination through reaching, grasping, gentle guided movements

Language & Communication:
Talking & singing to promote early language recognition and social interaction.
Emotional & Social Connection:
Responsive care & cuddling to build trust and secure attachment

Kimberly

“Our family feels incredibly lucky to be part of Alameda Mandarin Daycare & Preschool. Our oldest daughter started at 4 months old and had the same beloved teachers for three years before moving to their preschool. That continuity of care gave her so much security, love, and confidence. Now our youngest is lucky enough to be with those same wonderful teachers…”

Daycare

For children 1-3 years old

We build on young children's natural sense of wonder and curiosity to introduce them to early learning

Curriculum

Building language & communication skills through storytelling, song, and more
Introduction to early learning concepts: colors,shapes,drawing, crafts, music, numbers,and simple problem-solving through play
Physical development: Indoor and outdoor activities that build coordination, and fine & gross motor skills
Social & emotional growth: learning to share,takes turns, and express feelings in a positive way
Building & practicing life skills: developing independence through daily routines like tidying up, handwashing and self-care

Daily Schedule

Morning

Drop Off: 8-9am
Breakfast
Circle Time
Play
Outdoor Activity

Midday/Early Afternoon

Lunch
Play
Nap

Afternoon

Play
Supper/snack
Learning
Pick Up: 5-5:30

*All food is provided

**Outdoor activities include visits to the park, beach, our school backyard, and more

Sarah

“I've sent both my kids here and am enrolling my third in 2026 - that really does say it all...The teachers don't just know your kid — they know your kid. After five years, they've celebrated milestones with us, given us real talk when we needed it, and loved our children in a way that you can't manufacture. That kind of relationship is rare…”

Preschool

For children 3-5 years old

Our dynamic teaching approach supports toddlers social, emotional, and cognitive growth. We help them graduate into confident, kind young learners–ready to thrive in TK, kindergarten, and beyond.

Curriculum

Our Mandarin immersion curriculum helps students explore a breadth of topics:

Language & Early Literacy: Letter recognition, phonics, storytelling, writing skills
Math & Logical Thinking: Counting; understanding greater than, less than, equal; basic addition, subtraction; patterns, shapes, sorting; problem-solving
Science & Exploration: Activities to introduce concepts about nature, weather, animals, organs in the body, solar system, and more
Creative Arts: Drawing, crafts, music, dramatic play
Physical Development: Activities to strengthen both gross & fine motor skills
Social & Emotional Skills: Learning cooperation, responsibility, following instructions, and managing emotions
Independence & Classroom Routines: Preparing children for a structured classroom (e.g, listening skills, task completion, self-care)

Daily Schedule

Morning

Drop Off: 8-9am
Breakfast
Circle Time
Playtime
Outdoor Activity

Midday

Lunch
Playtime
Nap, Arts & Crafts, or Worksheets

Afternoon

Playtime
Supper/snack
Individual Learning
Pick Up: 5-5:30pm

*All food is provided

**Daily activities include visits to the park, beach, our school backyard, and more

Julie

“By the time my son transitioned to TK he was academically ahead - writing, doing early math, and understanding + singing in Mandarin. The Mandarin immersion also gave him a strong ear for language, making it noticeably easier for him to pick up French at home and adapt other languages while traveling. Most importantly, my son left with a real curiosity for learning that continues today.”

Team

Our teachers love what they do and it shows everyday

Pam Shi

Head Teacher & Owner

"My goal is to create a nurturing, engaging environment where children can grow with confidence while naturally developing Mandarin. Early language exposure not only builds communication skills, but also opens the door to cultural awareness and lifelong learning. "

Teacher Eva

Daycare Co-Lead

"My favorite part of teaching is seeing the children grow through small and large moments - seeing their smiles as they display new skills."

Teacher Zoey

Daycare Co-Lead

"I care for children with patience, love, and attention. My goal is to make each child feel safe, comfortable, and happy every day."

Teacher Cher

Preschool Co-Lead

"I truly care about each child and focus on helping them feel confident, supported, and happy in the classroom. Their curiosity and joy for learning inspires me everyday,"