What is Studio Grow?
Studio Grow is a clean, safe, enriching play space in Berkeley for young children and their parents and caregivers to explore and enjoy.

Why Studio Grow?
Families in the Bay Area crave interesting, instructive activities and social opportunities for both children and adults. Studio Grow builds and strengthens community by providing shared experiences that inspire and delight children's curiosity, creativity, and intrinsic desire to learn.

What is the educational philosophy of Studio Grow?
Studio Grow believes...
... children have unlimited potential
... children express themselves, share ideas, and better understand their world through play
... children can make anything out of blocks, paint, clay, pencils, paper, scissors, and imagination
... sharing experiences with adults encourages children to value creative play, discovery, and social interaction
... there is inherent value in establishing a tone that is appropriate for young children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development
... diversity should be welcomed and embraced.

What can we do at Studio Grow?
For Studio Grow activities, programs, classes, and special events, please see enjoy.

How old are children who visit Studio Grow?
Daily Studio Grow activities and programs are designed for preschool-age children (ages 0-6), their families and caregivers. Older children who are in school (ages 6 and older) are welcome to attend Studio Grow family events (see enjoy for more information) and City Camp, the award winning day camp by the creators of Studio Grow.

Does Studio Grow offer day care?
Studio Grow does not offer day care. Parents and caregivers must remain on site with their children.

How much does Studio Grow cost?
For hours, prices, and directions, please see visit.
For more information about admission fees, see Why does Studio Grow charge admission for adults?, below.

Does Studio Grow offer discounts?
For discounts, please see visit.

Is it easy to park a car at Studio Grow?
FREE parking with no time limits is available in the Studio Grow parking lot, in the large parking lot next to Studio Grow ("the bingo lot") and nearby streets.

Can we get to Studio Grow without a car?
If you walk, ride a bicycle, or take public transit to visit Studio Grow, we'll give you a discount!

Is there a place to park our stroller at Studio Grow?
Limited stroller parking is available in the Studio Grow entry courtyard.

Can we eat at Studio Grow?
You are welcome to eat in Studio Grow's food room or outdoor courtyard. Healthy snacks and refreshments for children and adults are available for purchase or you may bring your own food.

Can my child come to Studio Grow with a very runny nose, fever, or other contagious illness?
For the health of the child and the Studio Grow community, sick children should rest at home.

What does Studio Grow offer for infants?
Studio Grow has a dedicated space designed especially for children who are not yet walking. Parents and other caregivers with infants may also find comfort and tranquility in Studio Grow's Grown Up Lounge.

Does Studio Grow have memberships?
Studio Grow does not have memberships; instead, there are discount cards that save money. For information about Passports and Green Cards, please see visit.

Can we have a birthday party at Studio Grow?
Celebrate a birthday or any other special occasion at Studio Grow! For information about Studio Grow parties, please see enjoy.

Can I rent Studio Grow for a private event?
Rent all of Studio Grow for your event. For information, please contact the Studio Grow Director, at berkeley@studiogrow.com, or call 510.526.9888.

What kinds of community events happen at Studio Grow?
Studio Grow plans to host summer camp fairs, preschool information sessions, and other events that help families make connections within their community.

How can I work at Studio Grow?
For Studio Grow employment opportunities, please contact the Studio Grow Director, at berkeley@studiogrow.com, or call 510.526.9888.

How can I volunteer at Studio Grow?
For Studio Grow volunteer opportunities, please contact the Studio Grow Director, at berkeley@studiogrow.com, or call 510.526.9888.

How can I tell you about a great idea I have for Studio Grow?
Please contact the Studio Grow Director, at berkeley@studiogrow.com, or call 510.526.9888.

Does Studio Grow accept donations?
To make donations of toys, supplies, furniture, equipment, financial support, or any other property, please contact the Studio Grow Director, at berkeley@studiogrow.com, or call 510.526.9888.

Is Studio Grow part of a franchise or chain?
Both Studio Grow locations are family-owned businesses unlike any other place we know.

Who created Studio Grow?
To meet the people of Studio Grow, please see meet.

Why does Studio Grow charge admission for adults?
Studio Grow is an educational play space and charges admission fees like a movie theater, an amusement park, or any other entertainment destination. The admission system - charging admission for adults and children - is the same as many Bay Area places primarily serving children, including Habitot, Bay Area Discovery Museum (Sausalito), Children's Discovery Museum (San Jose), Oakland Zoo, San Francisco Zoo, Children's Fairlyland, The Oakland Museum of California, and many more.

Unlike these places, however, Studio Grow is not a non-profit organization nor is it part of any business association providing revenue-sharing among members. It is therefore not eligible for grants, subsidies from local municipalities, free or low-cost rent, nor other sources of funding available to non-profit businesses.

This makes Studio Grow different in a very important way: 100% of Studio Grow’s ability to operate is based on admissions fees. Without the revenue generated from admissions, Studio Grow would not exist. It is therefore in Studio Grow’s best interest to provide the best possible service at a fair and reasonable price.

Studio Grow features a combination of activities in one place that families would otherwise only find through multiple providers. The play spaces, story times, music circles, tumbling and parachute play, live performances, and opportunities to connect with other families are all included in the price of admission. Admission is always good for the entire day, and children younger than one and extra adults (more adults than children ages 0 months -12 years in a group) are always free.

We understand that for some families, the cost of regular daily admission is unaffordable and we make every effort to provide opportunities for everyone to experience Studio Grow. Studio Grow Passports and Studio Grow Green Cards can provide enormous savings for those who are able to pay in advance. Even without the up-front financial commitment of Passports and Green Cards, there are multiple ways for visitors to save money. Afternoon admission is always discounted from the morning rate (current admission is $5 after 2pm) and visitors also receive a discount for walking, riding bicycles, or taking public transit to Studio Grow.

Just as the Bay Area is an expensive part of the world in which to live, it is also an expensive place in which to operate a business. Costs are incredibly high, and 90% of businesses fail in their first year. Studio Grow has been very fortunate, and with the continued support of the community, we will serve families of the Bay Area for a long time.