Children's Community Center
Daycare center in Berkeley, CA. 1140 Walnut St, Berkeley, CA 94707
About the program
Children's Community Center is a licensed daycare center in Berkeley, California, on the state register since 1985. It is licensed for 52 children and serves preschool ages.
Children's Community Center is a parent-run cooperative preschool in Berkeley offering a play-based morning program for children.
The program follows a play-based and co-op approach.
Tuition and capacity
Published on the program's website, read September 18, 2026. Weekly and annual rates are converted to a monthly figure. Confirm current rates and fees with the program.
Licensing and safety
Open the state record →California cites a Type A violation for an immediate risk to the health or safety of children, and a Type B violation for a record-keeping or maintenance item. The state file gives counts, dates and regulation numbers, not the inspector's notes.
Regulations cited
101229(a)(1) · 101229(a)(1) · 101223(a)(2) · 101212(d) · 101700.3(b)(1)
Open the state record for each visit report.
What parents say
CCC has been such an incredible adventure for our family. We’ve been there for almost two years. I was initially apprehensive about the amount of work a co-op needed given that both my spouse and I work full time with difficult commutes. However, I was swept off my feet when we visited by the fairy land-like grounds, and it has been well worth it for our son. There is a lot of free play options. Every morning there…
Mercy Asiedu · 5/5 on Google · 5 months agoWhen my son first started CCC, I was nervous and unsure. We were transferring from another lovely, smaller preschool that topped out at about eight kids per class. Before entering kindergarten, my husband and I agreed that we wanted our son to be able to spend as much time being a kid with other kids, in a space where parents are invested in language and behaviors rooted in acceptance, openness, and growth. CCC has…
Laurel Dickman · 5/5 on Google · 5 months agoWhen I toured CCC I had tears in my eyes, it was what I had always dreamed of for a preschool for my child. Let me set the scene: kids enjoying snack in the “garden café” and grazing on fennel, mint leaves, and cherry tomatoes fresh off the vine alongside the served snack; rotating games and projects that change every week and keep the kids constantly engaged, guest teachers coming in to teach dance or discuss native…
Christy Kovacs · 5/5 on Google · 11 months agoWe love CCC! There are so many opportunities for creative outdoor and indoor play. The teachers create a space for kids to be themselves and they are experienced at helping kids work through challenging moments. It's impactful watching the CCC teachers help kids build skills to communicate about their needs, boundaries, and feelings. We have grown tremendously as parents by being part of this co-op and being in…
Theresa Keating · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoGetting there
1140 Walnut St, Berkeley, CA 94707
Questions about Children's Community Center
Is Children's Community Center licensed?
Yes. Children's Community Center holds an active Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 010200115), with a licensed capacity of 52 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Children's Community Center had any inspection violations?
California's public file shows 3 citations for Children's Community Center, 1 of them Type A, across 2 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.
What ages does Children's Community Center take?
Children's Community Center is licensed to serve preschool ages.
How much does Children's Community Center cost?
Children's Community Center publishes full-time tuition from $872 to $1,162 a month on its website, read in September 2026. Ask about registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
