Earned the highest safety score in Berkeley. Our safety dimension weighs inspection history, deficiency records, and parent-reported safety culture across reviews.
Most Compassionate
Earned the highest compassion score in Berkeley. This dimension captures how families describe staff empathy, how concerns are handled, and the emotional environment of the center.
Best Infant Care
Earned the highest infant care score in Berkeley. This dimension focuses on caregiver ratios, responsiveness, feeding and sleep routines, and parent feedback specific to infant rooms.
Full Ranking Detail
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Through the Looking Glass Early Head Start serves infants and toddlers in Berkeley, CA, and is part of a nationally recognized organization focused on providing disability-inclusive childcare. The program's core strength is its specialized support for children of parents with disabilities, reflecting a commitment to equitable access for families with diverse needs. As an Early Head Start provider, it integrates federal funding and structured early education services. The center's focused mission means it serves a specific population rather than offering general open enrollment, which is an important consideration for families seeking broader program options.
Safety6.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music4.0
Infant care8.0
Kindergarten readiness3.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion7.0
Management5.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars6.0
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Most Compassionate
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Best Infant Care
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<span style="font-size:13px;color:#4A4A46;line-height:1.5;">Earned the highest infant care score in Berkeley. This dimension focuses on caregiver ratios, responsiveness, feeding and sleep routines, and parent feedback specific to infant rooms.</span>
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