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Belizean Daycare In Marin
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 amazing, patient, and caring. My...
- Destiny J
Little Palms Day Care
4.0
When our plans for daytime child care unexpectedly fell through a year ago, Christina stepped in to help provide interim care in our home for our 7-month-old son. We are so grateful to her for restoring a bit of normalcy during this challenging time. Not only was she very attentive and loving to our...
- Jenni O
Appleberry Beginnings Child Care
5.0
I have trusted Appleberry Beginnings with my son's care, while doing my PhD. I couldn't be happier and more satisfied. Katie is an extraordinary caregiver who is both caring and professional. She adores her kids and they adore her back. Cookie is a loving and generous soul akin to a maternal...
- Kamer Y
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
Naomi's Family Daycare
5.0
As a mother you strive for the betterment for your child. As a FTM i was nervous to place my daughter in daycare but choosing Naomis Daycare was the best decision we have made. I Enrolled my daughter when she was 6mo old and is now 1. They love and care for her as she is one of her own. They Are...
- Joseline F
Family daycares in San Rafael, CA
4.7
(3)
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
4.7
(3)
Little Palms Day Care is a licensed small family child care, providing safe, nurturing & reliable child care for families in and around Marin County.
Open Monday through Friday. Regular business hours 8am - 5pm; with extra care options and drop ins offered based on availability.
Snacks provided...
5.0
"My husband and I stumbled across Little Palms Daycare while we were looking to quickly move our daughter, Lula, from the daycare she was in. Although it had only been a few days, she was having a terrible time adjusting, crying all day, not sleeping and terribly...
Cassandra B
5.0
(5)
After 4 wonderful years of serving the families of the Marina Bay Community, Play Date with Kate has moved from the East Bay to Marin County and has become Appleberry Beginnings Child Care! Appleberry Beginnings Child Care is based out of a fun, safe and clean home in the Lucas Valley/Marinwood...
5.0
"I've used Kate for backup care and just love her place. My son does really well with her and comes home so happy and tired from all the interaction. I especially appreciate how clean everything is; every toy has a place and is in order and wiped clean daily. She...
Lara M
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
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...
Lily's Playground is a licensed and insured child care program conveniently located in central San Rafael. We offer nurturing, clean, age-appropriate environments, developmentally appropriate curriculum emphasizing early literacy and language development, and plenty of activities to keep children...
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...
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.
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,...
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...
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...
Brazilian Childcare of Marin works with small groups that's feel like nanny share. I have experience for over 12 years and license since 2007. This year is our 4 generation.:) We also offer music classes from Jamarro kids with no cost for you. It children sleeps in separate rooms. If you are looking...
Little Angels Daycare is a State-licensed, home-based, daycare located in Terra Linda, California a few minutes north of San Rafael. We strive to make the transitions from home to daycare and daycare to preschool easy and fun for both parents and children.
We pride ourselves on providing an...
To provide childcare in a family-like setting which will foster the independence and the growth of your child. As your child is loved and nurtured, they will engage in age appropriate activities and play. At this developmental level, I hope to instill that process is more important than product....
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
"As a mother you strive for the betterment for your child. As a FTM i was nervous to place my daughter in daycare but choosing Naomis Daycare was the best decision we have made. I Enrolled my daughter when she was 6mo old and is now 1. They love and care for her as...
Joseline F
5.0
(1)
Melody's Pond Preschool is now accepting new students
Ages: Infant-Kinder
Part-Time-Full-Time
Bilingual Preschool.
Open all year round
Mon-Fri 8am to 4pm
Located in San Pablo, off Richmond Parkway.
https://www.melodys-pond.com/
Mission Statement:
Melody's Pond Preschool is an...
5.0
"Our son is currently attending Melody's Pond and is doing excellent! He never wants to leave and loves his teacher dearly. It is nice to have the peace of mind while at work that your child is in great care and building a solid foundation for his future. Thank you...
Jamie J
5.0
(1)
Hello Everybody...moms, dads, grandmas, grandpas....
Love Love Childcare has openings available. We are accepting applications preschool children, ages 2-5 years old. Our preschool has a safe, loving, and caring environment for your little ones. We provide a warm, cozy, comfortable feeling with our...
5.0
"Even before I become a mom I told myself that I would never place my child in a daycare..
But...
Love love daycare is and has been the best daycare for my son. He absolutely loves it, and adores Valeria. He always goes to her when he sees her. Most of the time he...
Maggie
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...
Located in Mill Valley, California, Nana's Day Care is a family daycare that serves children from 2 months old through pre-K. The daycare facility offers a safe, nurturing, home-like atmosphere where children can play, grow, and develop skills needed to prepare them for regular school. Operating...
Elena's Day care is a small bilingual (Spanish and English) licensed family based childcare serving the Richmond area.
Currently I have space for kids from five months old to five years old.
My hours of operation are 7:00 am to 6:00pm.
I provide daily activities that teaches color, shapes, letter...
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FAQs for finding a family daycare near you in San Rafael, CA
What should I look for in a family daycare near me in San Rafael, CA?
When looking for a family daycare near you in San Rafael, CA, the most important thing to consider is the safety, comfort, and well-being of your child. Depending on your family's needs, make sure to inquire about the family daycare provider's experience in caring for children of similar ages. Ask about their qualifications, resources available for learning and development, such as toys or educational materials. Additionally, consider inquiring about how the family daycare provider structures their days; if they provide meals or snacks; and if they allow you to have a tour of their facility. It is also important that you feel comfortable with the family daycare provider and that they understand your family's values and priorities. Taking these points into consideration when selecting a family daycare can help ensure that your child has a safe and nurturing environment in which to thrive.
How do I know if a family daycare provider near me in San Rafael, CA is right for my family?
When selecting a family daycare provider, families may want to consider factors such as location, value for costs, hours of operation, and licensing requirements and monitoring standards. Additionally, it is worth evaluating any safety regulations in place at the facility and paying attention to reviews from past or current clients. Upon visiting the family daycare near you in San Rafael, CA, there should be a sense that it is clean and well-organized, and the staff should be friendly and welcoming. All of these aspects help ensure that not only are the family's needs met and children are receiving the best possible care.
What are some tips for choosing a family daycare provider near me in San Rafael, CA?
When choosing family daycare near you in San Rafael, CA, it is essential to be thorough! Consider what's most important to you and when choosing a child care provider, and don't be afraid to ask questions when interviewing potential daycares. You should also schedule a visit to meet with the family daycare provider and observe the environment. You may ask them questions such as: How does the daycare staff interact with the children? Are there toys, materials, and appropriate activities for the age group of children in their care? Are there any qualifications, certifications, background checks, and child-to-adult ratio of staff information they can share with you? All of these questions as well as any additional considerations that are important to you should help you make an informed decision.
Ratings for San Rafael, CA family daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Family Daycares in San Rafael, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed family daycares.