ABOUT US
History
Doug and I have lived in San Leandro for over 30 years. Doug's grandparents originally migrated to San Leandro in the mid 40's from Portugal, and built the house that Doug, and I are currently living in.
Doug's grandparents built two single family homes on one residential lot. Doug and I have had the opportunity to live in the front house and now we are currently living in the back house. This is why you will see a photo of a long driveway, provided in the photo gallery. Our son and his wife are currently living in the front house. They are the best neighbors ever! LOL
In 1999, I decided to get certified as a preschool teacher, on account of my love of working with children. After my certification, I opened up a small in-home preschool of 6 children located in the front house. Working from home gave me an opportunity to prepare our son and other children for their first years of school.
The in-home preschool also gave our son an opportunity to have other children after school to socialize, learn, play, and engaging with. I refer to that time frame as "THE GOOD OL' DAYS".
In time, I had to make the decision to work outside from the home; on account of a job offer that I was unable to turn away. Sad to say, I had to close the doors of my in-home preschool.
In 2015, I decided to apply for a job working as a preschool teacher at Cedar Creek Preschool located in Berkeley, CA. Working at Cedar Creek Preschool was the best experience ever!!!
When Cedar Creek Preschool was closed during winter, spring, and summer breaks, I decided to provide a field trip camp. The camp was called "The Nellie Camp!" Working with children at Cedar Creek Preschool and providing The Nellie Camp brought back fond memories of "THE GOOD OL' DAYS".
In 2018, I decided to get licensed to run an in-home preschool again. However, this time I am licensed to operate an in-home preschool for up to 14 children. I will only accept 12 children at a time, because I feel that 12 preschoolers is a good number to work with.
As for my husband Doug, he also works in the educational field. He is currently working for the San Leandro, San Lorenzo, and Hayward Unified School Districts as a substitute teacher.
Now as for the loved ones who are a big part of our daily lives, My mom and dad who reside in San Leandro. We are very happy that my parents are still a big part of our lives!
I hope that this bit of history gives you a good sense of who we are, and an idea of the kind of individuals your child will be spending his/her weekday hours with.
Provided in the photo gallery are photos of: The Nellie Camp, our loved ones, and EDUCARE Educational Child Care Preschool/Pre-k in action!
Enjoy,
Doug and Nellie Ricardo
