Discover the heartwarming stories shared by our community of parents who have experienced the exceptional care and nurturing environment at Cathy’s Village. Our testimonials provide a glimpse into the positive impact we’ve had on families, showcasing the joy, growth, and satisfaction they’ve found in our play-based In-Home Program.
Explore the heartfelt quotes and genuine photos that capture the essence of Cathy’s Village and the wonderful moments families have cherished. These testimonials reflect the trust, warmth, and support that define our community, giving you firsthand insights into the enriching experiences we offer.
Join us in celebrating the journey of families who have been a part of Cathy’s Village, where every story is a testament to the love and dedication we put into fostering a space where children can blossom and grow. Your positive experience could be the next story we proudly share!
- “Miss Cathy truly loves children and building a community. You will not find a more passionate and dedicated childcare provider in this neighborhood. Along with being a great nurturer and teacher, Cathy has raised many children in her life. Leaving my daughter in her care was like leaving her with grandma. There are home cooked meals, outings (to local parks, the zoo, etc), family outings on weekends and even off-hours care. Miss Cathy offers a “Parent’s night out” once a month so that parents can go out without the kiddos. (I loved those!) She organizes picnics and events for all the family’s and children in her care. This really helps build a community of local parents and kids. And does she do this to get rich? Of course not! She does this because she loves kids and communities of families. “
- “We had to remove our daughter from her care due to moving out of the neighborhood (into the tri-delta area of the SF Bay). Her daycare is one the places I miss most in my old neighborhood. I doubt I’ll ever find such a quality care provider anywhere I go. Her daycare is a true hidden gem in the Oakland hills.”
- “Our daughter was was at Cathy’s Village for almost a year and we were delighted with the care she received. Cathy and Tim truly love the children and they’ve created a warm, homey environment, including a beautiful outdoor play area and tons of handmade toys. Everything is kept super clean and orderly, and they take care of “extras” like laundry, if the kids need a change during the day. They also provide all meals, which is a convenience any parent can appreciate. The program is play-based, with some structured activities built in, and we were always confident that our daughter was busy and happy throughout the day. She really thrived during her time with Ms. Cathy. As others have mentioned, the monthly parents-night-out and other community activities are a very special feature of this daycare– we’ve never seen any other daycares that offer regular opportunities to a) have a date night; or b) get the families together.
- We recently needed to move our daughter to a preschool closer to our home (the same one our four year old already attended), but leaving Cathy’s Village was a very difficult decision because it truly is a gem of a daycare. We miss it already, and are very grateful to Cathy and Tim for all that they did to support our family during our time there.
- Cathy’s Village has played a huge part in our life as we have navigated becoming first time parents and now growing our family by one more! When we first met Cathy and Tim it was clear that they were creating a nurturing and safe space for children to be cared for, to learn, and to grow. Our oldest daughter has been growing up in Cathy’s village for 2 years, and we recently enrolled our new baby in their care. Cathy is a very experienced educator and as our daughter has grown older she has picked up some amazing skills – she shows kindness towards other kids, shares toys easily, cleans up often, always says please and thank you, and is even learning phonics and the alphabet at a very young age. Tim and Cathy really care for their space and are always making exciting new enhancements and additions to benefit the children – whether its restoring vintage toys, repairing books, and always putting up cheerful seasonal decor. As a busy parent, its so nice that Cathy takes care of all meals, and I rest easy knowing that they are healthy and thoughtfully prepared. I also cannot rave enough about the monthly parent’s night out. When I tell my friends about this amazing perk they all get jealous. It’s been a lifeline for us as parents to get some time to go on a date and connect every month, and it’s all thanks to Tim and Cathy’s generous free childcare on the first Friday of the month. I can’t recommend Cathy’s Village enough – they are experienced, kind, and caring, and I’m so glad my children get to grow up in their care.” -Bonnie G
- “Cathy and her husband were incredible. We felt very comfortable leaving our daughter in her care (from 3 months to 11 months). If we weren’t moving we’d be happy campers. Five out of five stars all around.”
- “Cathy’s Village has played a huge part in our life as we have navigated becoming first time parents and now growing our family by one more! When we first met Cathy and Tim it was clear that they were creating a nurturing and safe space for children to be cared for, to learn, and to grow. Our oldest daughter has been growing up in Cathy’s village for 2 years, and we recently enrolled our new baby in their care. Cathy is a very experienced educator and as our daughter has grown older she has picked up some amazing skills – she shows kindness towards other kids, shares toys easily, cleans up often, always says please and thank you, and is even learning phonics and the alphabet at a very young age. Tim and Cathy really care for their space and are always making exciting new enhancements and additions to benefit the children – whether its restoring vintage toys, repairing books, and always putting up cheerful seasonal decor. As a busy parent, its so nice that Cathy takes care of all meals, and I rest easy knowing that they are healthy and thoughtfully prepared. I also cannot rave enough about the monthly parent’s night out. When I tell my friends about this amazing perk they all get jealous. It’s been a lifeline for us as parents to get some time to go on a date and connect every month, and it’s all thanks to Tim and Cathy’s generous free childcare on the first Friday of the month. I can’t recommend Cathy’s Village enough – they are experienced, kind, and caring, and I’m so glad my children get to grow up in their care.”
