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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
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
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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
5.0
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5.0
"Cozy healthy safe nurturing care"
Rebecca M
5.0
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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
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...
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 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 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...
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.
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...
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...
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,...
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.
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.
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...
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 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.
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,...
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...
"Montessori In Motion would like your child to be confident and independent, with a positive self -image-ready to take on new challenges and be empowered to be the best that they can be. When children graduate from MIM they will be kindergarten ready.
Montessori In Motion provides structure and...
The Early Head Start of Community Action Marin provides a comprehensive child development program for children, from infant to 3 years old. The program provides child care related services in education, health, and nutrition for children and income-eligible families. The program also provides...
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in San Rafael, CA
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in San Rafael, CA?
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.
What will my child do at a child care center near me in San Rafael, CA?
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.
How can I find a child care center near me in San Rafael, CA?
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.
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 6 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers.