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CORTE MADERA MONTESSORI
5.0
Our daughter goes to CMM for before-care, preschool, and after-care (all the programs!). She absolutely loves it and has been thriving there throughout the last year. The preschool teacher Ms Shamia is especially amazing - truly an amazing figure in our child's development!
- Care member
Ardyce Childcare & Preschool
5.0
My child has been with Ardyce since he was 5 mo old and now he is 2.5 years old. Ardyce has kind and nurturing personality, while also taking a lot of care teaching kids about the world and instilling good behaviour. My kid likes going to her daycare and has grown to love her. He learned letters and...
- Care member
ALPHA KIDS ACADEMY LLC
5.0
My experience has been about 90 % positive. With the caring, safety and love aspects, they are beyond wonderful. We have been there for 2 years now. They always make sure to put a positive spin on learning with positive redirection and enforcement. My daughter will be attending kindergarten this...
- Kathern F.
HARMONY MONTESSORI
5.0
Our experience at Harmony has been terrific. The teachers are loving, warm, and have an exceptional ability to connect with little ones. They create an environment that is supportive and caring yet well disciplined. I haven't mastered getting my preschooler to sit through lunch to feed himself with...
- Allison D.
GGA Kids Marin
5.0
We sent both our children to Golden Gate Academy, and we all enjoyed a wonderful experience. Unlike many other local preschool options, GGA offers a full day schedule that supports families in which both parents work. Though technically a faith-based preschool, GGA emphasizes socialization,...
- Char L.
Preschools in San Rafael, CA
Community Action Marin Child Development Programs
251 N San Pedro Rd Ste A, San Rafael, CA
The Marin Community Child Development Program in San Rafael, California offers parent support and childcare and education for children from three to thirteen years old from low-income families. The program provides activities that stimulate the children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical...
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...
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...
CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
670 Del Ganado Rd, San Rafael, CA
The CITY OF SAN RAFAEL in San Rafael, CA features preschool programs that provide play-based and developmentally appropriate programs for kids. They focus on social interactions, explorations, and discovery while sparking the children's sense of wonder and curiosity. Their caring professionals...
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.
5.0
(3)
At Corte Madera Montessori, our goal is to help each child flourish and thrive in their own unique way. Every child comes with their own individual interests, capabilities, and personality. We value and respect the children in our school for who they are today and who they will become.
We...
5.0
"Our daughter goes to CMM for before-care, preschool, and after-care (all the programs!). She absolutely loves it and has been thriving there throughout the last year. The preschool teacher Ms Shamia is especially amazing - truly an amazing figure in our child's...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Ardyce Child Care & Preschool offers a safe, nurturing environment for children. We are inclusive and expose our children to kindergarten readiness curriculum.
5.0
"My son is about to be 11 and he started going there when he was around 3. He was there all the way up until, off and on until he was around 8. It was wonderful. She's really, really caring, very professional and nice. Everyone calls her auntie jean. She teaches...
Kiauna S.
ALPHA KIDS ACADEMY LLC
1461 SOUTH NOVATO BLVD, NOVATO, CA
5.0
(1)
Our Novato preschool and daycare center strives to provide quality child care and early education programs for children ages 18 month to 6 years old. Our dedicated staff is committed to providing students with positive experiences to foster and encourage their emotional development while also...
5.0
"My experience has been about 90 % positive. With the caring, safety and love aspects, they are beyond wonderful. We have been there for 2 years now. They always make sure to put a positive spin on learning with positive redirection and enforcement. My daughter...
Kathern F.
5.0
(1)
Harmony Montessori is a small, independent preschool in Marin County.
At Harmony, we believe in cultivating a deep appreciation of and connection to the natural world and its preservation. We use nature as a tool throughout our curriculum. The earth – her seasons, plants, and creatures – inform our...
5.0
"Our experience at Harmony has been terrific. The teachers are loving, warm, and have an exceptional ability to connect with little ones. They create an environment that is supportive and caring yet well disciplined. I haven't mastered getting my preschooler to sit...
Allison D.
GGA Kids Marin
201 Seminary Drive, Mill Valley, CA
5.0
(2)
GGA Kids Marin is a preschool serving children ages 18 months through 5 years. We are licensed by the state of California (LIC# 214005382). Our goal is to provide excellent preschool education in a warm, nurturing, and fun environment. We offer a Christian atmosphere where the child will learn that...
5.0
"We sent both our children to Golden Gate Academy, and we all enjoyed a wonderful experience. Unlike many other local preschool options, GGA offers a full day schedule that supports families in which both parents work. Though technically a faith-based preschool, GGA...
Char L.
Naomi's Family Daycare
1927 Pullman St, San Pablo, CA
5.0
(2)
At Naomi's Family Daycare, We are committed to creating a safe, warm, loving environment where we will encourage your child to explore their thoughts and creativity through play. We strive to fill your child's day with age-appropriate activities that target their cognitive, emotional, social and...
5.0
"The best decision our family has ever made! Being a new mom during the start of a pandemic was incredibly stressful. However, this daycare went beyond my expectations to ensure that all children stayed safe. The constant communication was very comforting. I loved...
Maricela T
We proudly offer a positive, child-centered preschool experience that fosters a love of learning in a nurturing community.
In each child, we strive to cultivate: autonomy, a sense of belonging, respect for others, and an enthusiasm for exploration and learning.
7227 - La Petite Academy on Lakeside Drive
3891 Lakeside Drive, RICHMOND, CA
We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized...
NOAH'S ARK PRESCHOOL
1370 SOUTH NOVATO BOULEVARD, NOVATO, CA
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....
Le Petit Jardin
921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo, CA
Le Petit Jardin offers a joyful preschool experience for children ages 2 - 5 years old completely in FRENCH! Children from any and all linguistic backgrounds can participate in this fun immersion experience and the benefits of exposing a child to another language at this young and able age are...
MARIN ART & GARDEN CENTER - GARDEN SCHOOL
30 SIR FRANCIS DRAKE BLVD, ROSS, CA
San Anselmo Co-Op Nursery School
24 Myrtle Lane, San Anselmo, CA
A co-operative nursery school provides a unique experience for families who wish to be involved in their children's education and learn alongside them. By sharing parenting issues, insights, joys and struggles, parents gain a sense of community with one another and a greater understanding of their...
Creative Gardens Daycare and Preschool Center
120 Donahue Street, SAUSALITO, CA
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,...
Parkside Preschool-San Anselmo
1000 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo, CA
We are a licensed preschool in San Anselmo, Ca.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in San Rafael, CA
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in San Rafael, CA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in San Rafael, CA. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in San Rafael, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in San Rafael, CA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in San Rafael, CA, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in San Rafael, CA.
How can I find a preschool near me in San Rafael, CA?
When looking for a preschool near you in San Rafael, CA on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in San Rafael, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.