The Children's Workshop Oakland
Daycare center in Oakland, CA. 1937 8th Ave, Oakland, CA 94606
About the program
The Children's Workshop Oakland is a licensed daycare center in Oakland, California, on the state register since 2025. It is licensed for 46 children and serves infant, toddler and preschool ages.
The Children's Workshop Oakland provides Reggio-inspired toddler, preschool, and after-school care for children ages 18 months to 10 years.
The program follows a Reggio Emilia and play-based approach and includes meals.
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
102416.2(b)
Open the state record for each visit report.
What parents say
I can’t say enough good things about Children’s Workshop Oakland! My kids absolutely loved their time there. The teachers are amazing. They’re so kind and really know how to keep the kids engaged. My daughter, especially, loved all the art projects and playing with her friends. Even during the pandemic, when public schools were all online, CWO was great. They set up special classes for older siblings, which was a…
Gregory Sherman · 5/5 on Google · a year agoChildren's Workshop Oakland has been an absolutely wonderful experience for our family! From day one, the staff showed incredible care and attentiveness, making both my son and us feel welcomed and supported. Their thoughtful approach to early childhood education created a nurturing and stimulating environment where my son truly thrived. The teachers go above and beyond to understand each child's unique needs and…
tana cieciora · 5/5 on Google · a year agoJust wanted to take a moment to post this rave review of Children's Workshop Oakland. I cannot imagine a more perfect daycare/preeschool for my 2YO. She started in August 2024 after about a year and a half of nanny share. If any parents are on the fence about transitioning from nanny to preschool, let me just say, this was the best decision we could have made. We loved our nanny but our toddler is benefitting so much…
Emily Timberlake · 5/5 on Google · a year agoSuch caring, thoughtful, intentional teachers. Great campus. Our little guy loves CWO and we feel lucky to be a part of the community.
Glafira Marcon · 5/5 on Google · 7 months agoGetting there
1937 8th Ave, Oakland, CA 94606
Questions about The Children's Workshop Oakland
Is The Children's Workshop Oakland licensed?
Yes. The Children's Workshop Oakland holds an active Single Licensed Child Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 013423786), with a licensed capacity of 46 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has The Children's Workshop Oakland had any inspection violations?
California's public file shows no citations for The Children's Workshop Oakland. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.
What ages does The Children's Workshop Oakland take?
The Children's Workshop Oakland is licensed to serve infant, toddler and preschool ages.
How much does The Children's Workshop Oakland cost?
The Children's Workshop Oakland publishes full-time tuition from $3,087 a month on its website, read in September 2026. Ask about registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
