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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Fairfax, CA

Creative Gardens Daycare and Preschool Center

5.0

We have 2 kids attending and we love it! The center is cheery; a well thought out space. Agnes & Chris have a great curriculum. We feel like they are teaching them great life skills.

- Haley W.

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

Belizean Daycare In Marin

5.0

Our 19 month old has been in Belizean Daycare for the last year and as first time parents navigating child care, we could not be happier! It's been incredible to witness how quickly our son has developed in a matter of weeks working with Alcira and abuela Maria -- he is starting to really open up...

- Care member

NOAH'S ARK PRESCHOOL

5.0

I have 3 kids who went to preschool at Noah's Ark. The most impressive thing is how caring and flexible they are. They cover all the important things like academics, potty training, discipline. They are are so fun and creative!

- Ms. F.

Let's Play Daycare

5.0

Our two sons (now 2 and 9.5 months) have been going to Isabella's daycare since they were each 3 months old and it has been a fantastic experience for them and us. Isabella and Chella (who helps out) are both so beloved by our boys that they jump into their arms when we arrive each morning. And my...

- Gloria B.

Drop-in daycares in Fairfax, CA

Tiny Clovers Daycare

Tiny Clovers Daycare

52 Scenic Road, Fairfax, CA

Tiny Clovers daycare offers programs for children ages three months to age three. Our programs focus on age-appropriate play and learning opportunities. We take pride in providing a safe and nurturing environment for your child to play and learn. We enroll a maximum of eight children and staff...

DayCaring Preschool in Fairfax, California, is a family-oriented, child-centered, non-profit school that serves children ages 2 years up to 5 years old. The school was established in 1975 and is licensed by the State of California. The preschool is open from Mondays thru Fridays, 7:30 AM to 6:00...

Tutoring & Learning Cente

1613 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Fairfax, CA

Tutoring & Learning Center is an academic tutoring services provider based in Fairfax, California that offers one-on-one and small group programs geared towards school-age children. The company’s programs are open to kindergarten and elementary students from grades one to twelve. The company focuses...

Nanny Extraordinaire

60 Pastori Ave, Fairfax, CA


Creative Gardens Daycare and Preschool Center

Creative Gardens Daycare and Preschool Center

120 Donahue Street, SAUSALITO, CA

5.0

(2)

Creative Gardens provides high-quality, safe, and nurturing programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. We are located at 120 donahue street, sausalito, right across the golden gate bridge, right off Highway 101, large and modern facility, loving teachers, CPR certified, fully vaccinated,...
5.0
"We have 2 kids attending and we love it! The center is cheery; a well thought out space. Agnes & Chris have a great curriculum. We feel like they are teaching them great life skills."

Haley W.


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


Belizean Daycare In Marin

Belizean Daycare In Marin

124 Merrydale Rd, San Rafael, CA

4.8

(4)

Small licensed family in-home daycare now enrolling children, 3 months to 5 years. We are centrally located on Merrydale Road in Terra Linda, right on the entrance/exits to/from Hwy 101 North and South. Our children are well taken care of in a safe and loving environment while you are at work. We...
5.0
"My daughter has been coming to this daycare since she was nine months old, she is now 18 months old. Previous to her coming to Belizean daycare, she had never been away from me. Within the last year, I've watched my daughter blossom developmentally. Alcira is...

Destiny J.


NOAH'S ARK PRESCHOOL

NOAH'S ARK PRESCHOOL

1370 SOUTH NOVATO BOULEVARD, NOVATO, CA

5.0

(1)

We believe that every child should have the opportunity to learn, grow, and explore in a safe, fun, and loving environment. Our teachers have many years of experience, and are highly qualified and committed to providing a preschool rich in arts, reading readiness, math, science, and language arts....
5.0
"I have 3 kids who went to preschool at Noah's Ark. The most impressive thing is how caring and flexible they are. They cover all the important things like academics, potty training, discipline. They are are so fun and creative!"

Ms. F.


Let's Play Daycare

Let's Play Daycare

16 Hazel Ct, San Rafael, CA

4.5

(4)

At Let's Play Daycare, we're proud to provide a caring and safe environment for your children. By following our mission, vision and values, we create a nurturing, stimulating and welcoming learning environment for all children. We provide our students with the tools they need for future happiness...
4.0
"We are so happy we found Let's Play Daycare! Our daughter is so well-cared for. She jumps into Isabella's arms every morning we drop her off, it's clear she feels safe and loved in their care. We have really appreciated Isabella's incredible flexibility with our...

Caroline O


Montessori For Toddlers

Montessori For Toddlers

20 Pacific Drive, Novato, CA

5.0

(1)

A Montessori Toddler Program in a home environment for children ages eighteen months - 3 1/2 years of age. The classroom is a rich educational setting, filled with hands-on activities for this critical age of development. Dr. Montessori discovered that children all over the world, when given a...
5.0
"MFT has been an outstanding experience for our son throughout his time there. Terese, Lori, and the rest of the staff are deeply attuned to the needs of young children and have created an extraordinary early education and social experience. We couldn't have asked...

Care member


Abc Child Care

Abc Child Care

274 Emerystone Terrace, San Rafael, CA

Welcome to ABC Child Care! A fun, safe, and educating place for all children. Our facility provides excellent and high-quality care for ages infants - 3 years old. We have over 20 years of experience with all children as well as being parents of two of our very own. Our child care business started...

Viriana

Viriana

1007 Green Oaks Dr Apt 33, Novato, CA

All age , since 2020

Nessa's Home Daycare

Nessa's Home Daycare

320 Channing Way 124, San Rafael, CA

License # 214005474 Child Care & Day Care for Infant to 4 Years old. Providing an environment where kids can be kids in a safe, loving place. At Nessa's home daycare we understand how important the early ages for children are and with different activities to adapt to every child's growth. Your...

Little Bears Daycare

Little Bears Daycare

1845 2nd St, San Rafael, CA

We are a small family childcare providing care for your little ones. We follow the open door policy, so show up and see what we are learning at any time you wish. We provide safe, warm, loving, learning and educational environment where children can be loved, cared for, playing, exploring,...

The Plan Recovery Services

The Plan Recovery Services

1368 Lincoln Ave. Ste 210, San Rafael, CA

The Plan Recovery Services offer around the clock, 24-hour short or longer term care for individuals starting on their recovery journey. Drawing from personal experience, we use compassion and respect to ensure the safety, daily sobriety and accountability of our clients before and after treatment....

Camp 2020

Camp 2020

498 Tamalpais Drive, Corte Madera, CA

We are so excited to offer an in-person alternative for those who are in need of childcare. We have developed a brand new program that will meet to the new camp requirements and regulations in place. We want camp to... - Provide opportunities for campers to develop and explore new interests -...

Let's Play Daycare

Let's Play Daycare

16 Hazel Ct, San Rafael, CA

Let's play daycare is a licensed child care program. Conveniently located in San Rafael, our facility features nurturing, clean, age-appropriate indoor and outdoor environments, developmentally appropriate curriculum emphasizing early literacy and language development, and plenty of activities to...

Nurture Company Childcare

Nurture Company Childcare

118 Nelson Ave, Mill Valley, CA

My Name is Mary Daniels. I have been blessed to have had many happy families to welcome into my home daycare for their precious little ones. My husband, three children, and I have lived in Mill Valley for over 25 years. I studied early childhood education at the College of Marin. After college, I...

Summer Playground!

Summer Playground!

498 Tamalpais, Corte Madera, CA

Summer Playground is a storied Summer program produced by Corte Madera Parks & Recreation yearly. We at Summer Playground believe that children should have a safe, nurturing environment in which they are free to explore new things, meet new friends, and create summer memories that lasts a lifetime....

Go Happy Cab

Go Happy Cab

369 B 3rd Street Ste. 526, San Rafael, CA

Getting kids, where they need to go can be a logistics hurdle each and every day, whether you are a school district or family. Go Happy Cab LLC is a family-owned and operated transportation company that provides a suite of fee-based, transportation-related services for school children ages...

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