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The Ultimate Guide to Special Needs Resources in The East Bay
How to support kids with medical, developmental or social-emotional concerns, from interventions to recreational fun for kids with different abilities.
Spring Break Camps in the East Bay
It’s that time of year: Spring Break! Here is a list of programs that offer one-week sessions while school is closed during April.
East Bay Classes for a Great Workout With a Baby in Tow
Want to workout with baby in tow? We love group exercise options that make it possible for moms to bring baby along. Here are 5+ ...
Sign Up for Free Trial Classes for Kids!
We love to try out a class before committing to a full session. Here are a few places that offer occasional free trials on kids' ...
Youth Soccer in the East Bay: A Parent’s Guide
Where, how, and when to sign kids up for soccer programs that match their developmental level.
Where Can New Parents Meet Each Other in the East Bay?
Looking for an opening to connect with other new mothers? Here are some resources including support groups and activity groups in the East Bay.
AIMS: Oakland’s College-Focused Public Charter School
Rooted in Oakland since 1996, AIMS is all about academic excellence and preparing students for four-year colleges and beyond.
5 Places to Try Postpartum Yoga
Postnatal yoga classes are a safe, welcoming new outing for new moms with babies.
Oakland Public Schools: A Guide to OUSD Enrollment
Helpful information about Oakland public schools for families making ranking and enrollment decisions.
Spotlight on Independent School Escuela Bilingüe Internacional
Escuela Bilingüe Internacional (EBI) offers a PK-8 multilingual education located in Oakland.
Coding Classes & Camps for East Bay Kids
7 local resources for helping kids get into coding.
30+ Experience Gift Ideas for East Bay Families
Experience gifts are memorable, magical, and clutter-free. We love to give tickets and memberships as holiday gifts. Need ideas?
Spotlight on Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley (EB)
Meet our sponsor, Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley, a French American Preschool-8th grade school in Berkeley.
The Blue Angel Ski & Snowboard School = Awesome!
The Blue Angels Ski Program buses kids from Piedmont to Sierra-at-Tahoe 5 Saturdays starting in late January for a full day of lessons with food.
Ski Tahoe Donner with Kids
Tahoe Donner is a great option if you're staying in Truckee, priced right for beginners and kids. It's our go-to resort for affordable skiing and ...
Sponsor Spotlight: Prospect Sierra Launches The Learning Center
With two campuses in El Cerrito, Prospect Sierra creates a nurturing, personalized independent school where every child is celebrated.
Black Pine Circle School Nurtures Intellectual Curiosity for Grades K-8
Read about Black Pine Circle School in Berkeley - a place where children learn to be curious and compassionate.
Classes for Toddlers & Babies in the East Bay
A comprehensive list of session-based classes for ages 0-5, organized by category: Art, Music, Dance, Science, Play, Language and Culture...
East Bay Preschool Guide
Guide to preschools for our children of the East Bay in Oakland and Berkeley, spanning from Richmond to Concord.
Golf for Tykes in Concord
Golf for Tykes is a guided program designed to introduce golf to kids 3-4, with parents and coaches assisting, hosted at Skylinks Golf Course
Guide to East Bay Charter Schools
Charter schools offer a different approach to public school with more personal attention and individualized support. There are dozens!
Spotlight on Golestan School — Multicultural Learning from Age 2 to Grade 5
Golestan School spans preschool and elementary education for East Bay Families looking for a school that integrates academics, nature, and languages (including Arabic, Hebrew, and ...
East Bay Private Schools Open Houses and Tours
East Bay private elementary, middle, and high schools including Oakland, Berkeley, El Cerrito with links to tours and admission events for families.
Academic Support & Enrichment for East Bay Kids
Find academic support in math, reading, or study skills in the East Bay. Build confidence in group work or one-on-one.
Favorite Visual Art Classes for Kids in the East Bay
Presenting our guide to getting your child started in art classes in the East Bay.
After-School Classes for Kids in Oakland, Berkeley and Beyond
This guide to afterschool activities includes classes in the arts, sports, academics, and more!
Martial Arts Classes for East Bay Kids
There are so many places in Oakland, Berkeley, and nearby that will teach your school-age child the discipline and fitness of martial arts.
Introducing United Capoeira Association – Hayward
Capoeira combines martial arts, dance, acrobatics, music, and culture. Find classes for kids in Hayward.
Spotlight on American Swim Academy
American Swim Academy offers warm indoor year-round swim lessons to build water safety, confidence, and strong swimming skills.
Best Prenatal & Birthing Classes in the East Bay
Many prenatal classes in Oakland, Berkeley, and the East Bay. Take your pick from free birthing classes offered by hospitals to intensive home birth prep.
Sports Camps for East Bay Kids
A round-up of sports camps in the East Bay: soccer, swimming, softball, archery, parkour, gymnastics, tennis, and more!
Youth Lacrosse in the East Bay: A Parent’s Guide
A guide to the lacrosse leagues, camps, classes and retail stores in the East Bay.
Dance Classes for Kids in the East Bay
East Bay studios with afterschool and weekend dance classes for kids.
Swimming Lessons for East Bay Kids
Let's talk about swim lessons. Here are your East Bay swimming pools that will help teach your child how to swim, arranged roughly from South ...
Spotlight on Soccer Stars Contra Costa
For kids 12 mos to 12 years, Soccer Stars Contra Costa offers a progressive curriculum that teaches soccer FUNdamentals in a supportive way.
Introducing Shu Ren International School
Shu Ren welcomes families looking for a multilingual Mandarin education in preschool through 5th to help students thrive in an evolving global society.
Spotlight on EBI’s Inquiry-Driven, Play-Based Preschool Program
For East Bay Families ​seeking a school to nurture their child's natural curiosity, EBI offers an inspiring play-based pre-kinder program.
Best Resources for Raising a Bilingual Child in the East Bay
For East Bay parents hoping to raise their children multilingual, we have tons of information from reasons why to how to start.
Nature-Based Playgroups and Classes in the East Bay
Enjoy our list of East Bay nature playgroups and classes for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Go a little wild!
Introducing Center For Early Childhood Connections
At the CECC in Albany, the therapists and other support staff pride themselves on helping families build relationships and expand their toolkits as their children ...
Spotlight on the East Bay International High School (EBIHS)
East Bay International High School is a multilingual college prep high school in Emeryville and an IB World School
Indoor Ice Skating in Oakland at Oakland Ice
In downtown Oakland, where parking is abundant on weekends, the Oakland Ice Center offers public skating sessions for those who dare to try it.
Dance Classes for Toddlers in the East Bay
Ballet and pre-dance classes for toddlers and children under five are both popular and prolific. Find the perfect dance class for your child.
10+ Drop-in Toddler Activities in the East Bay for $10 or Less
A helpful list of toddler activities and outings that don't require advanced planning, for East Bay kids and parents.
25 Places to Take Preschoolers in the East Bay – Indoors
Places to take East Bay toddlers and preschoolers: Bay Area destinations for younger kids featuring amazing indoor play spaces and museums.
20+ Enrichment Programs for Girls + Gender Expansive Kids
East Bay Classes and camps designed to empower girls, from power tools to performing arts.
Introducing Brilliant Births: A Community Space for New and Expecting Parents
Offering childbirth preparation classes and other workshops for new parents in Berkeley.
Introducing Big Minds, A School for Twice-Exceptional Neurodivergent Students
Big Minds is dedicated to providing 2e students with the accommodations and scaffolding they need to succeed.
Spotlight on Skyline Lacrosse
Situated in Oakland, Skyline Lacrosse welcomes children at all skill levels from kindergarten to 8th grade to play this exciting sport.
Spotlight on Prospect Sierra School (PS)
Prospect Sierra School, a TK-8 independent school in El Cerrito enrolls 470 students on two campuses giving them the tools to build a better world.Â
Meet Five Students from Escuela Bilingüe Internacional’s Middle School
Middle school students share what they love about their bilingual education at EBI in Emeryville
Fat Shafts Archery in Benicia: Fun for Nearly an Hour
For $20 per hour (or pro-rated in half-hour chunks), people older than age eight can rent equipment and shoot at the targets of this indoor ...
Spotlight on East Bay German International School (EBGIS)
The East Bay German International School (EBGIS) offers an exceptional bilingual education for ages 2 through high school.
OWLS Program Gets Homeschool Students Outdoors
For East Bay homeschooling families, the OWLS program invites neurodiverse learners ages 6-11 to enjoy hands-on experiences outdoors.
Sponsor Spotlight: East Bay Music Together
All five of our children had large doses of the Music Together program as babies and toddlers. We whole-heartedly endorse the classes, teachers, instruments, and ...
K-12 World Language classes for East Bay kids
There are so many places in Oakland, Berkeley, and nearby that will immerse your school-age child in Spanish, Mandarin, French, Hebrew, Arabic, and more!
Theater & Performing Arts Classes for Kids in the East Bay
Looking for musical theater or acting classes for kids or teens? Here are the Oakland, Berkeley, and Alameda programs that let kids take the stage.
Canyon Swim School in El Sobrante
If the casual classes aren't doing the trick, and you're ready to get serious, it's time to make the drive to Canyon Swim School.
New in Town? 50 Things East Bay Parents Need to Know
If you've just moved to Berkeley, Oakland, or some other part of the East Bay, let us welcome with links to resources, outings and activities ...
Sponsor Spotlight: Berkeley Rose Waldorf School
Berkeley Rose strives to bring a holistic education promoting happiness and well-being for the child, the family, and the world. Ages 2-13.
Rookie Parents’ Guide to East Bay Youth Sports
Getting a child started with a brand-new sport is a bit overwhelming. Figuring out gear, registration deadlines, & all the lingo...
Creations Berkeley: Drop-In Classes for Little Dancers
Creations Berkeley is a new dance studio in North Berkeley that offers drop-in friendly movement classes for little dances between ages 2-5.
Getting Started With Youth Basketball in the East Bay
Here's your guide for East Bay parents whose kids are eager to try basketball with classes, camps, coaches, and neighborhood hoops to visit.
A Parent’s Guide to Martin Luther King Jr Way in North Berkeley
6 places to know about for parents who travel through North Berkeley
Music Classes for East Bay Kids
Looking for group-based music lessons for kids or teens? Here are the Oakland, Berkeley, and Alameda programs that let kids find their sound.
Pacific Pipe Climbing Gym in Oakland
Pacific Pipe climbing gym offers membership benefits and classes, plus opportunities for drop-in experiences.
Spotlight on Latitude High School’s Powerful Community
Latitude High is a free public charter school in Oakland with innovative teaching practices, creative projects, and powerful community connections.
Outschool Surprised Me With Affordable Fun and Learning. Here’s What We Tried.
Outschool is a fantastic resource for low-cost live online classes that will actually engage your child, from fitness to problem solving.
Spotlight on Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley Early Childhood Program
EB is a preschool - 8th international school combining a dynamic French curriculum and a whole-child-centered independent school education.
Talking about Race with Kids Right Now
We are excited to share a guest post from Dr. Allison Briscoe-Smith, East Bay mother of three and a child psychologist who specializes in trauma ...
DIY Outdoor School: Redwood Regional + Botany Exploration
We took this Montessori-inspired leaf classification activity out to the local trails to extend the learning and heighten our environmental awareness.
41 Enrichment Activities & Centers by and for Black Families
This community-generated list of East Bay classes and mentorship programs for Black kids and families includes art, science, nature, biking, and more.
Places Where Kids Can Rock Out: Music Camps and Classes in Oakland and Berkeley
Afterschool classes and summer camps that offer group music classes in the rock genre to school-aged kids in a handful of East Bay locations.
Resources for Raising a Bilingual Child in the East Bay (Tips from a Mom)
Stephanie is passionate about languages and speaks Spanish, French, Portuguese, some bits of German, Armenian, Russian, and Arabic.
Best Baby Classes in the East Bay
Looking for baby gyms, baby music classes, or language exploration? These are the best baby classes in Oakland and the East Bay for infants and ...
FLAX Oakland: Family-friendly Art, Design, Creativity
FLAX art & design Oakland is the new 14,500 sq ft flagship store. Parents will like the kids' table for creating while you shop. And ...
Bandalooping: A unique dance form in Oakland
Weekly dance class with an aerial spin for students 9-14
Junior Center of Art & Science
The Junior Center for Art and Science is a wonderful gem of a science museum and art studio located next to the bird sanctuary at ...
Golden Gate Knights jedi training
If you have any huge Star Wars nerds in your house, you’ll want to consider an afternoon of jedi training for you and your padawan. ...
East Bay baby class: Happy Baby Signs
Happy Baby Signs offers an Introductory Workshop and two six-week playgroups that do not need to be taken in any particular order to help you ...
ZooKids classes at Oakland Zoo
ZooKids is offered twice each month for four- and five- year old animal lovers at the Oakland Zoo. And, you can drop the kids off!
New kids yoga studio in Elmwood: Yama Kids Yoga
This Elmwood yoga studio is just for kids.
Introducing Girls Garage
Girls Garage in West Berkeley offers the space, resources, and teachers to get girls hands-on with welding, woodwork, and a little trouble.
Tutu School offers ballet in Oakland’s Montclair Village
Tutu School, where toddlers and preschoolers can take their first ballet steps, is the latest addition to Montclair Village. Classes begin at 18 months.
Music Together review: East Bay baby and toddler music class
I wrote up my family's experience trying Music Together for the first time. Basically, we loved it. I wasn't sure it could be as great ...
It’s Your Move! a Temescal game store with place to play
I can’t believe I had been intimidated by this awesome neighborhood gaming spot. Luckily, my five-year old urged us into It’s Your Move Games, and ...
Reader tip: Family surfing in Half Moon Bay
I can remember taking surf camp lessons in Sayulita when I was a single, child-free chica. This program sounds like so much fun, albeit completely ...
Reader tip: Classes in Albany tumbling and yoga
Are you ready for a series of tiny tumbling or post-natal yoga at the Albany rec center? Read on...
