Families throughout Concord, Pleasant Hill, Walnut Creek, Martinez, Clayton, and nearby communities trust Apples & Berries Childcare & Preschool because we combine nurturing care, experienced teaching, healthy homemade meals, and a play-based learning environment that helps children build confidence and prepare for kindergarten.
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At Apples & Berries Childcare & Preschool, we believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment where they can learn, grow, and thrive. Conveniently located in Concord, California, we proudly serve families from Concord, Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, Martinez, Clayton, and surrounding communities. Our licensed childcare and preschool programs provide individualized learning, school readiness, enrichment activities, healthy nutrition, and loving care for infants, toddlers, and preschool children.
About the Director
Apples & Berries Childcare & Preschool is directed by Afshin Sarbaz, who holds a Law Degree and has studied Child Psychology.
Professional qualifications include:
✓ Licensed Large Family Child Care Provider
✓ Law Degree
✓ Child Psychology Studies
✓ Pediatric CPR & First Aid Certified
✓ Emergency First Responder Training
✓ California Child Nutrition Program Training
✓ Participant in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
Our Preschool Curriculum
Our structured play-based and project-based curriculum is designed to promote school readiness while supporting each child's academic, social, emotional, and physical development.
The program includes:
✓ Early Literacy & Language Development
✓ Mathematics
✓ Science Exploration
✓ Social-Emotional Learning
✓ Fine & Gross Motor Development
✓ Creative Arts & Music
✓ Hands-On Learning
✓ Experience Early Learning® Curriculum
✓ Individualized Learning Based on Each Child's Development
Healthy Meals & Nutrition
Children receive nutritious meals and snacks prepared daily following USDA nutrition guidelines.
The nutrition program includes:
✓ Meals prepared according to USDA nutrition guidelines
✓ CACFP Food Program Participant
✓ Fresh Homemade Meals
✓ Breakfast, Lunch & Healthy Snacks
✓ Fresh Fruits & Vegetables
✓ Limited Added Sugar
✓ Nutrition Education
Outdoor Learning Environment
The outdoor classroom provides opportunities for exploration, movement, and nature-based learning.
Children participate in:
✓ Outdoor Classroom & Nature Learning
✓ Gardening
✓ Nature Exploration
✓ Seasonal Science Activities
✓ Gross Motor Development
✓ Outdoor Play
Family Communication
Parents receive regular updates throughout the day.
✓ Daily Photos & Videos
✓ Individualized Communication
✓ Small Class Sizes
✓ Consistent Teacher-Parent Communication
Proudly Serving Families Throughout
- Concord
- Walnut Creek
- Pleasant Hill
- Martinez
- Clayton
- Lafayette
- Pittsburg
- Bay Point
- Pacheco
Visit Apples & Berries
Schedule a personal tour of our licensed preschool in Concord and experience the Apples & Berries difference. During your visit you can:
✓ Meet the director
✓ Visit the classrooms
✓ Explore the outdoor classroom
✓ Learn about our preschool curriculum
✓ Ask questions about enrollment
