About ABC Joy Family Daycare
A welcoming, home-like environment where children feel safe, supported, and valued in San Leandro, California.
Hirut Jifar
Founder & Owner · ABC Joy Family Daycare
Care Rooted in Family
Hi! My name is Hirut Jifar, and I've been living in San Leandro since 2012 with my husband and three children.
I have had ABC Joy Family Daycare since 2014, and I truly love doing this work. Kids have always been my joy, and it is a pleasure to take care of your little ones each and every day.
I've had the privilege of watching so many children grow, learn, and continue to reach new milestones, and I am incredibly grateful to be part of their journey.
A Little Daycare with a Big Heart
ABC Joy Family Daycare opened its doors in 2014 with one simple wish: to give local families a place where their children are cared for the way we care for our own.
Since then, our home in San Leandro has been filled with story time giggles, messy art masterpieces, backyard adventures, and hundreds of little milestones.
Many of the children who started here as infants have gone on to elementary school — and their families remain dear friends of ABC Joy. That is what family childcare is all about: growing up together.
What We Believe
Four fundamental values guide every interaction, lesson, and meal at ABC Joy.
Learning Through Play
Children learn best when they are having fun, exploring freely, and discovering with hands-on joy.
Caring for Every Child
Each child is seen, loved, and celebrated for their unique personality, strengths, and pace of growth.
A Home-Like Environment
A cozy, nurturing family setting where children feel safe, settled, and completely at ease.
Growth & Independence
We encourage children to try new tasks, solve little problems, and take pride in "I did it!" milestones.
Safety & Health Are First
Your child's physical and emotional safety is the foundation of everything we do. Here is how we look after our daycare family every single day: