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Recent child care center reviews in San Rafael, CA

Mariposa Bilingual School

5.0

Excellent teachers who have taught our child spanish as well as age appropriate social and pre-k readiness!

- Caroline B.

SANTA MARGARITA CHILDRENS CENTER

5.0

Santa Margarita has exceeded all of our expectations. They made my 18 month old feel at home immediately even though this was his first experience with daycare. I am so grateful that he gets to have so much fun, learn so much and be cared for so well by the staff at Santa Margarita!

- Care member

Tender Years Childcare

5.0

Our two sons attended Tender Years from infancy through preschool and it was the best decision we could have made. We'd highly recommend it to anyone considering childcare & preschool there. Tender Years provided our family with a loving and safe environment that absolutely shaped the...

- Care member

Ramirez Child Care

5.0

Cozy healthy safe nurturing care

- Rebecca M

Swiss Family Home Day Care

5.0

Our infant son has spent the last 4 months in the care of Claudia and Pilar (age 4 mo. to 8 mo.), and we couldn't be happier with the experience. Not only do they provide excellent care, nurturing, developmental support (baby exercise, naps, food program and accommodating dietary needs, play, early...

- Lindsey B.

Child care centers in San Rafael, CA

Mariposa Bilingual School

Mariposa Bilingual School

1879 2nd. Street, San Rafael, CA

5.0

(3)

Mariposa Bilingual School is a Spanish language immersion program with the full educational benefits of a traditional preschool and is customized for children from 10 months to 5 years old. Mariposa offers a variety of flexible, year-round enrollment options to meet the individual needs and goals...
5.0
"Mariposa is a truly amazing preschool and the owner, Patty, is amazing as well. She cares so deeply for the kids at the school. Our daughter is 21 months and has been attending for the past 5 months and has made the best connections with the other children and her...

Sarah S.


SANTA MARGARITA CHILDRENS CENTER

SANTA MARGARITA CHILDRENS CENTER

1055 LAS OVEJAS, SAN RAFAEL, CA

5.0

(4)

Santa Margarita Children’s Center is a culturally inclusive center that utilizes the community to provide a safe and enriching preschool experience for children and families. In our park-like campus, children are encouraged to discover their abilities and talents while learning to respect each other...
5.0
"Santa Margarita has exceeded all of our expectations. They made my 18 month old feel at home immediately even though this was his first experience with daycare. I am so grateful that he gets to have so much fun, learn so much and be cared for so well by the staff...

Care member


Tender Years Childcare in San Rafael, California, provides childcare and education for children ages 2 months through 5 years old. The Center offers children a home-like environment suitable for growth and development. Tender Years Childcare aims to promote a positive self-image and confidence among...
5.0
"Our two sons attended Tender Years from infancy through preschool and it was the best decision we could have made. We'd highly recommend it to anyone considering childcare & preschool there. Tender Years provided our family with a loving and safe...

Care member


Ramirez Child Care

35 Fairfax St Apt 11, San Rafael, CA

5.0

(1)

5.0
"Cozy healthy safe nurturing care"

Rebecca M


Swiss Family Home Day Care

1910 Las Gallinas Ave, San Rafael, CA

5.0

(2)

The Swiss Family Home Day Care provides educational, loving and reliable care, in a fun environment for young kids. Established in 2010, it is located at 1910 Las Gallinas Ave. San Rafael, CA. The hours of operation are weekdays from 7:30am to 5:30pm.
5.0
"Our infant son has spent the last 4 months in the care of Claudia and Pilar (age 4 mo. to 8 mo.), and we couldn't be happier with the experience. Not only do they provide excellent care, nurturing, developmental support (baby exercise, naps, food program and...

Lindsey B.


Guidepost Montessori at San Rafael

Guidepost Montessori at San Rafael

11 Professional Center Parkway, SAN RAFAEL, CA

At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence. From learning to coordinate hands and body as an infant, to toilet independence as a toddler, to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler—we provide individualized support,...

Miss Nicky's Preschool & Toddler Center

159 Merrydale Road, San Rafael, CA

Miss Nicky's Preschool & Toddler Center at 159 Merrydale Road, San Rafael, CA is a private child care center in the state of Georgia. Their center focuses on providing balanced activities that ensure the cognitive, motor, and social development of their students all receive fair attention.

Santa Margarita Children's Center

1055 Las Ovejas Ave., San Rafael, CA

Santa Margarita Children s Center first opened its doors in November of 1993. The dream of the center was to provide affordable, accessible, high-quality preschool experiences to children that would foster a child s complete development. The center is nestled in the Terra Linda Hills and located...

Canal Child Care Center

215 Mission Ave, San Rafael, CA

Canal Child Care Center in San Rafael, California, is under the Child Development Program of Community Action Marin, an agency that works to provide rapid response to clients facing a personal or economic crisis. Canal Child Care Center provides care for children ages 3 to 6 years. They utilize...

Dixie Children's Center

1400 5th Ave, San Rafael, CA

Dixie Children's Center is a state-licensed childcare facility located in San Rafael, California. It provides an all-year-round child care to children in Kindergarten up to fifth grade. The Center provides both group and individual activities that are focused on enhancing each child’s physical,...

Santa Margarita Childrens Center

1055 Las Ovejas Ave Ste 5, San Rafael, CA

Santa Margarita Children’s Center is a state-licensed early childhood facility that offers NAEYC-accredited child development programs for children ages two to four years old. Located in San Rafael, California, the company uses a play-based, teacher-initiated curriculum filled with various...

Vallecito Children's Center

50 Nova Albion Way, San Rafael, CA

The Vallecito Elementary School Children's Center is a subsidized child care facility of the City of San Rafael, California. They also have kindergarten aftercare available from 1:25 pm to 2:35 pm and an after school care service that runs from 2:35 pm to 6:30 pm. A summer camp program for children...

Montessori de Terra Linda

610 Del Ganado Rd., San Rafael, CA

Montessori de Terra Linda is a daycare establishment that provides a child care sensitive to the needs of families living in 610 Del Ganado Rd, San Rafael, CA. Their child center doesn't just aim to meet the rigorous child care regulations set by the state of California but strives hard to exceed...

Parkside Children's Center

51 Albert Park Ln, San Rafael, CA

Parkside Children's Center is a community service provided by San Rafael City, California. The center provides a safe, enriching and fun environment where kids can spend their time productively. The center offers an after-school program for children kindergarten through fifth grade, providing them...

PICKLEWEED CHILDREN'S CENTER

40 Canal St, San Rafael, CA

Pickleweed Children's Center in San Rafael, California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for families and kids from two to six years old.

Glenwood Childrens Center

25 W Castlewood Dr # 25, San Rafael, CA

Glenwood Children’s Center is an early childhood education provider that offers academic programs for kindergarten and elementary students. Located in San Rafael, California, the company admits kindergarten kids and school-age kids from grades one to five. The company uses a structured curriculum...

Little Arbor Preschool

109 Professional Center Pkwy, San Rafael, CA

Little Arbor Preschool in San Rafael, California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for families and kids from two to five years old.

KOALA DAY CARE

161 Prospect Dr, San Rafael, CA

Koala Day Care is a Family Home Day Care located in San Rafael, CA providing a happy, stimulating, learning environment with age appropriate enrichment activities. The center offers infants and toddlers program serving children between the ages of three months and four years old.

CHABAD SYNAGOGUE

1055 Las Ovejas Ave Ste 6, San Rafael, CA

Gan Israel Preschool is an early care and learning center hat provides its services to children and families residing in San Rafael, California. The company offers Jewish-based educational day care programs geared towards preschoolers and pre-kindergarten children. The company also provides early...

Osher Marin JCC Day Camp

200 N San Pedro Rd, San Rafael, CA

The Osher Maric JCC in San Rafael, California is a non-profit community organization celebrates Jewish culture. Their Summer Camp for children from pre-kindergarten to grade 12 offers a low camper-to-counselor ratio in their 11-acre facility. The camp has an enclosed outdoor field and playground,...

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Ratings for San Rafael, CA child care centers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Child Care Centers in San Rafael, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers.