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Child Care Centers in San Rafael, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers

LE PETIT JARDIN

Sending my kids here was truly one of the best experiences of my life. We are still close with the friends with the families we met there,...

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Mariposa Bilingual School

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

- Caroline B.

MARIN FORMATIVE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL

MFCP is an extremely caring community of teachers and childcare providers. I was referred to this school by my siblings who sent their...

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LE PETIT JARDIN

1 Saint Vincents Dr SAN RAFAEL, CA

5.0(6)

State license verified

starting at
$991/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
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Le Petit Jardin offers an exceptional preschool experience for children ages 18 mos through 5+ years old! Our joyful play-based philosophy is the perfect backdrop for meaningful and organic French language acquisition, social-emotional growth and inspires a life-long love for learning!

Care Member says "Sending my kids here was truly one of the best experiences of my life. We are still close with the friends with the families we met there, they truly...

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Mariposa Bilingual School

1879 2nd. Street San Rafael, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
International
Preschool
+ 1 more
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 of children and their families....

Caroline B. says "Excellent teachers who have taught our child spanish as well as age appropriate social and pre-k readiness!"

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MARIN FORMATIVE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL

2000 LAS GALLINAS AVENUE SAN RAFAEL, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1080/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Child care
We serve children ages 2-5 years old; offering a nurturing play based center where children learn through play as they make discoveries and explore with creativity and sensory activities. We use the SECOND STEP Social-Emotional curriculum, adapted to be appropriate for each classroom, and designed to help children learn...

Care Member says "MFCP is an extremely caring community of teachers and childcare providers. I was referred to this school by my siblings who sent their children through...

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SANTA MARGARITA CHILDRENS CENTER

1055 LAS OVEJAS AVE STE 5 STE 5 SAN RAFAEL, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
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 and their surroundings...

Care Member says "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...

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Montessori
Preschool
Child care
We’re an award-winning early education center located steps from Braintree transit station. Our facilities offer bright classrooms and two private playgrounds. Your toddler will feel safe, get plenty of one-on-one attention, and develop a love for learning through our unique approach to care.

Rachel F. says "We LOVE them! We could not be any happier. Wonderful school, communication is great. My daughter is 3 and is learning so much. She knows more Spanish...

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Tender Years Childcare

377 Hyacinth Way San Rafael, CA

5.0(1)
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 children, encouraging them to...

Care Member says "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...

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Ramirez Child Care

35 Fairfax St Apt 11 San Rafael, CA

5.0(1)
Child care

Rebecca M says "Cozy healthy safe nurturing care"

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Swiss Family Home Day Care

1910 Las Gallinas Ave San Rafael, CA

5.0(2)
Child care
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.

Lindsey B. says "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...

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Guidepost Montessori at San Rafael

11 PROFESSIONAL CENTER PKWY SAN RAFAEL, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Day Care
Child care
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, intentional hands-on learning...
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Miss Nicky's Preschool & Toddler Center

159 Merrydale Road San Rafael, CA

Preschool
Child care
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.
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Santa Margarita Children's Center

1055 Las Ovejas Ave. San Rafael, CA

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
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 on a beautiful campus...
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Canal Child Care Center

215 Mission Ave San Rafael, CA

Child care
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 developmentally appropriate...
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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, social, and emotional development....
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Santa Margarita Childrens Center

1055 Las Ovejas Ave Ste 5 San Rafael, CA

Child care
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 activities and experiences that support...
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Vallecito Children's Center

50 Nova Albion Way San Rafael, CA

Kindergarten
Child care
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 kindergarten age and up is...
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Montessori de Terra Linda

610 Del Ganado Rd. San Rafael, CA

Preschool
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 them.
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Parkside Children's Center

51 Albert Park Ln San Rafael, CA

Child care
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 daily activities in art,...
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PICKLEWEED CHILDREN'S CENTER

40 Canal St San Rafael, CA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
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.
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Glenwood Childrens Center

25 W Castlewood Dr # 25 San Rafael, CA

Preschool
Child care
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 and schedule that focus on...
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Little Arbor Preschool

109 Professional Center Pkwy San Rafael, CA

Preschool
Child care
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.
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Child care centers near you in San Rafael, CA provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.

A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in San Rafael, CA have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.

You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in San Rafael, CA. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.

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