Welcome to Children’s Community Center

Celebrating our 84th Year!


A Cooperative Preschool in Berkeley since 1927

We also have openings for "backyard" girls for the Fall 2010. (Child must be 4 years old by December 1, 2010).

In order to apply, you must tour the school and submit a completed application. Please contact (510) 528-6975 or info@cccpreschool.org to set up a tour.

Children’s Community Center is a parent participation, cooperative preschool — the oldest cooperative preschool west of the Mississippi. We have a year-round, play-based, developmental program, directed and managed by parents in cooperation with a professional teaching staff. Since 1927, successive generations of parents have contributed their time, energy and love to maintain this healthy place for children to learn and grow.

Browse through our philosophy, our interesting history, and our programs. If you are interested in applying, you must have a tour of the school first. Call us to ask questions or schedule a tour.

Are You a Children's Community Center Alumnus? If so, please contact us!

CCC's Fall Open House

Saturday, November 5, 2011, 9:30 am - noon

While your child explores the magical school grounds, you will have a chance to meet and ask questions of the committed teachers and current families. CCC strives to have a diverse community and welcomes all families.

Our Video Introduction to CCC

If you want a quick overview of CCC, an explanation of what we mean by play-based education, what parent participation means, some information about afternoon program and more, please watch our Introduction to CCC video below. And then make contact for more information.

CCC's very own alumna and Front Yard teacher, Allyssa Lamb, has been named the City of Berkeley's Early Childhood Educator of the Year! We are so proud of her -- and of all our teachers -- for the love, care and creativity they give to our children every day. CONGRATULATIONS!

Allyssa Lamb