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CORTE MADERA MONTESSORI

Our daughter goes to CMM for before-care, preschool, and after-care (all the programs!). She absolutely loves it and has been thriving there...

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SANTA MARGARITA CHILDRENS CENTER

Honestly, we have known them for so long, I don't even know where to begin. It is a very great school, very play oriented which allows the...

- Betty S.

HARMONY MONTESSORI

Our experience at Harmony has been terrific. The teachers are loving, warm, and have an exceptional ability to connect with little ones....

- Allison D.

Top Preschools Near Fairfax

Day Caring Preschool Inc

2398 Sir Francis Drake Blvd Fairfax, CA

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 PM.

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First Friends Montessori Family

29 Hill Ave Fairfax, CA

Child care

First Friends Montessori Family, located in Fairfax, California, is a small preschool that offers educational services for children ages 2 and a half years old to six years old. It has several programs such as the preschool program, the extended morning care, and the extended afternoon care. Additionally, this school also offers...

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Tender Tracks Tales and Trails

115 Lansdale Ave. B Fairfax, CA

Preschool

Tender Tracks is a 100% Outdoor Nature Awareness Preschool, designed for children ages 3 to 5. We at Tender Tracks believe that by guiding each child s inherent awe and wonder about our Earth, they grow towards greater unity to self and all life. Our mission is to nurture positive relationships with All life. We aim to encourage...

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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 on fundamental subjects as...

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CORTE MADERA MONTESSORI

50 EL CAMINO DR CORTE MADERA, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at: $2080/mo

Montessori

Kindergarten

Preschool

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 believe that children learn best...

Care Member says "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...

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SANTA MARGARITA CHILDRENS CENTER

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

5.0(5)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)

Outdoor/nature

Preschool

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...

Betty S. says "Honestly, we have known them for so long, I don't even know where to begin. It is a very great school, very play oriented which allows the children a...

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HARMONY MONTESSORI

376 GREENWOOD BEACH RD TIBURON, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at: $2500/mo

Montessori

Preschool

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 studies. We delight in our...

Allison D. says "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...

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GGA Kids Marin

201 Seminary Drive Mill Valley, CA

5.0(2)

Developmental (play-based)

Faith based

Academic

Child care

Preschool

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 God made us and loves us.

Char L. says "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...

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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

Faith based

Developmental (play-based)

Child care

Preschool

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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Creative Gardens Daycare and Preschool Center

120 DONAHUE ST SAUSALITO, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

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, fully background checked, low...

Haley W. says "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...

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Noah's Ark Preschool

1370 South Novato Blvd NOVATO, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at: $1848/mo

Outdoor/nature

Developmental (play-based)

Faith based

Academic

Kindergarten

+ 3 more

We believe that every child should have the opportunity to learn, grow, and explore in a safe, fun, and loving environment. Our facilities offer bright classrooms and a large, beautiful private play yard. At Noah’s Ark Preschool, we are dedicated to providing families with a quality program that builds strong relationships...

Care Member says "Our family absolutely loves this Preschool! Our daughter is in her third year there, and we have another little one starting in January. Every classroom...

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Sunflower Garden Nursery School

480 Washington Court BELVEDERE, CA

5.0(7)

State license verified

starting at: $3200/mo

Developmental (play-based)

Montessori

Waldorf

Outdoor/nature

In-Home daycare

+ 1 more

Sunflower Garden Nursery School provides loving, individualized care in a peaceful, nurturing environment inspired by the principles of Waldorf Early Childhood Education and RIE® (Resources for Infant Educarers). We believe that the earliest years of life deserve meaningful relationships, consistent daily rhythms, and a warm...

Lina L. says "My son first went to Sunflower (formerly Granny Teresa) when he was 15 months old. I had interviewed Mayza/toured her in-home licensed daycare a month prior...

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NOAH'S ARK PRESCHOOL

1370 S NOVATO BLVD NOVATO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

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. By introducing simple Bible...

Ms. F. says "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...

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SANTA MARGARITA CHILD CARE CENTER

1055 LAS OVEJAS SAN RAFAEL, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at: $2000/mo

Developmental (play-based)

International

Outdoor/nature

Child care

Preschool

Santa Margarita Children’s Center has been recognized by the National Wildlife Federation for its beautiful playground and is currently home to a number of Monarch butterflies this summer. Children use their whole bodies to explore, experiment and solve problems. Nature, in conjunction with multi-sensory active learning,...

Care Member says "We have had such a wonderful experience at Santa Margarita Children’s Center. The teachers and staff are caring, attentive, and truly invested in the...

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LE PETIT JARDIN

1 Saint Vincents Dr SAN RAFAEL, CA

5.0(6)

State license verified

starting at: $991/mo

Developmental (play-based)

Montessori

Outdoor/nature

Kindergarten

Child care

+ 1 more

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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ALPHA KIDS ACADEMY LLC

1461 S NOVATO BLVD NOVATO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Reggio emilia

Academic

Child care

Preschool

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 providing a strong academic...

Kathern F. says "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....

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Sycamore Park Preschool & Childcare Center

186 Locust Ave Mill Valley, CA

Developmental (play-based)

Academic

Child care

Preschool

Sycamore Park Preschool offers preschool classes for ages 1-5 & Summer camp for ages 1-6 at our Mill Valley location.

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Old Firehouse School

10 Olive Street Mill Valley, CA

State license verified

Reggio emilia

Child care

Preschool

At Old Firehouse School we believe that the quality of one s childhood predicts much about the quality of one s future. Therefore, our goal is to give each child in our care a childhood rich in the kinds of experiences and relationships which optimally prepare them for their life s journey. Our program is based on a solid...

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Heidi'S Kinderhaus

799 PLAZA LINDA NOVATO, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)

Outdoor/nature

Day Care

Child care

Preschool

Heidis Kinderhaus provides an comprehensive, Montessori based,learning environment, that has helped countless students get ahead. We also incorporate STEM learning in our curriculum. Founded in 1994, the school is located in Novato and reflects the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the area. We encompass ideas past and present...

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Go Happy Cab

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

Special needs

Cooperative

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 5-17, for special needs and older...

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In 2026 what types of preschools can I find near me in Fairfax, CA?

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Fairfax, CA?

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, CA.

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When looking for a preschool near you in Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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Find Trusted Preschools Near Me in Fairfax, CA

Recent preschool reviews from local parents in Fairfax, CA

CORTE MADERA MONTESSORI

SANTA MARGARITA CHILDRENS CENTER

HARMONY MONTESSORI

Top Preschools Near Fairfax

Day Caring Preschool Inc

First Friends Montessori Family

Tender Tracks Tales and Trails

Tutoring & Learning Cente

CORTE MADERA MONTESSORI

SANTA MARGARITA CHILDRENS CENTER

HARMONY MONTESSORI

GGA Kids Marin

MARIN FORMATIVE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL

Creative Gardens Daycare and Preschool Center

Noah's Ark Preschool

Sunflower Garden Nursery School

NOAH'S ARK PRESCHOOL

SANTA MARGARITA CHILD CARE CENTER

LE PETIT JARDIN

ALPHA KIDS ACADEMY LLC

Sycamore Park Preschool & Childcare Center

Old Firehouse School

Heidi'S Kinderhaus

Go Happy Cab

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Fairfax, CA

In 2026 what types of preschools can I find near me in Fairfax, CA?

What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Fairfax, CA?

How can I find a preschool near me in Fairfax, CA?

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