We sent all 3 of our boys to Little Heaven Daycare for the past 5 years. Aline and her staff are…read moreincredibly loving and genuinely care about your child's well-being. She brings in teachers throughout the week for art and music and the communication about anything and everything is top notch. If you can get a spot for your child, you should take it. You shouldn't bother looking elsewhere, this is the best daycare you will find in the area!

We looked at several daycares in Marin and when we went for our visit at Little Heaven, Aline took…read morefar and above the most time with us to get to know us and help us get to know her and how she runs her business. Her attention to detail and care has continued to show everyday as we now have two boys at Little Heaven. She always greets us with a smile, she communicates so well, and I have no doubt our boys are so well cared for. She expects a lot from her staff and the place is spotless. She is so organized and has so many different crafts, activities and teachers come in to give our kids a well-rounded day. I feel so comfortable dropping my boys off each day and am so thankful for what a kind person she is and what a professional business she runs. Could not recommend Aline and Little Heaven more!

I have nothing but positive things to say about Kiddie Cloud Daycare. Ninne (the owner), Bea and JP…read moreare all such wonderful caregivers. They really celebrate children, garner a place for learning and play, and have created a wonderful community for parents and children. Our youngest daughter has been attending for almost a year (she started when she was 1 years old). Our daughter loves going to daycare each day and talks about her daycare friends almost daily. Ninne has created an extremely safe and fun place for the kids. Our daughter has learned so much from the program (please and thank you, language skills, play skills, etc). The facilities are always very clean and has a beautiful outdoor play area. Kiddie Cloud has great communication with me as a parent and has even very graciously worked with my schedule to provide the care that we need. I highly recommend sending your child here. We have loved everything about our experience!

Out of this world, best daycare in Marin!!…read more Obsessed with Alinne and her family run daycare. They are seriously the sweetest people in the world and I trust them with both of my daughters wholeheartedly. Any chile 0-3years would be lucky to attend Kiddie Cloud. It is truly a magical place!

Both of our boys attended Golden Poppy and they loved every minute. Anita is amazing with the young…read morebabies, Christina and Lillie are the most loving and caring people for the 1-2 year olds, and Miss G. is fantastic in the 2+ room. Highly recommend GP!

We've had a great experience at Golden Poppy Preschool. The teachers are so dedicated and caring…read more They've made our son feel safe, happy, and excited to learn each day. You can tell they put a lot of effort into making it a great place for kids. Thank you, Golden Poppy, for being such a meaningful part of our son's early years!

I can't say enough good things about Sweet Sunshine Daycare and the pivotal role it has played in…read morethe growth and happiness of our two daughters. Our oldest joined at 16 months, and our youngest started at just 6 months. Both thrived under the attentive care of Eliana and her dedicated team, who feel like an extension of our family, treating our children with sincere affection and kindness. Sweet Sunshine is conveniently located just off the 101, nestled against Corte Madera Town Park. The daycare offers great flexibility, with drop-off as early as 7:30am and pick-up as late as 5:30pm. Each day begins and ends with a genuine sense of warmth, as Eliana, Vicky, or Sandra are always there to greet you, making even hectic mornings feel manageable. I always leave with peace of mind, knowing the girls are in a stimulating environment filled with learning, yoga, soccer, music, art, and imaginative play. The daycare is impeccably clean, and the staff takes every measure to keep the children healthy - something we especially valued during the pandemic. Eliana is a magician in the kitchen, preparing wholesome, nutrient-packed flavorful meals the kids genuinely love: oatmeal with fruits and eggs and yogurt, chicken fried rice with veggies, pasta with beef and broccoli, and lentils, which have somehow become a favorite! The transition to solid foods for our youngest was seamless thanks to Eliana's guidance. On more than one occasion, we joked that Sweet Sunshine was the only place she would eat her vegetables! Eliana's generosity shines through, as she often sends home containers full of delicious food for long weekends or holidays. The sense of community at Sweet Sunshine is special. We've built lasting friendships with other families, even after their children graduated. There's a shared sense of gratitude, knowing our kids are being cared for with compassion, and a rich foundational curriculum that includes language (English/Spanish/Portuguese), numbers, motor skills, music, and art class led by Teacher Angela - her themed projects (e.g., animals, plants, seasons, occupations, cultures) engage the children while stimulating their imaginations and self expression. The backyard play area is often buzzing with music, dancing, and free play, ensuring the kids are not only learning but also getting plenty of exercise and building strong friendships and having fun together. Eliana's creativity goes beyond the curriculum, with her elaborate holiday decorations and nearly weekly celebrations. The birthdays are especially magical, filled with singing, dancing, dress-up, thoughtful gifts, and balloons. She captures these moments beautifully, often sending parents hundreds of candid photos that offer a window into the children's world of wonder. The Halloween and Winter Holiday parties are family favorites, and there are countless opportunities to experience the joy and warmth of Sweet Sunshine's inclusive and welcoming culture. After four incredible years, it's hard to express just how much Sweet Sunshine has meant to our family. Eliana and her team have created a loving sanctuary where our girls have flourished. I wholeheartedly recommend Sweet Sunshine Daycare to any family looking for a nurturing, enriching, and joyful environment for their children. We are forever grateful for the experience!

We lived next door to the Eliana when her daycare was on the other side of the freeway, 2 of my…read moredaughters went there and we had a wonderful experience and the kids looked forward to going there every day. What a lovely person in business and in her private life. David

Our daughter has been attending daycare with Maura since she was 6 months old, now 20 months. We…read morecouldn't be happier with the care she has received from Maura and her loving helpers and we feel so lucky to have found such a wonderful place for her to grow and learn. Every morning we get a text with the menu of all the things Maura is making from scratch that day and she truly eats better than my husband and I do haha. She can't wait to go to school every day. The hours of 7:30-5:30 are also great for full time working parents.

We have been lucky enough to have two children under Muara's care. I really appreciate that she…read moreprepares healthy, delicious, homemade food for the kids every day. She even makes her own applesauce! During the pandemic (which we all know was a scary time for daycare settings), Muara went above and beyond to ensure cleanliness and prevent infection. I felt very especially grateful for her during these times. Muara has really been more of an extension of our family and I can't recommend her enough.

My two kids attended Angel Daycare (one since he was an infant) and were well cared for. Kenia, the…read moreowner, is warm and firm with the children. The place is always clean, she makes good meals, and helped us through potty training like a pro. The hours are also great for working parents. If you need someone reliable who genuinely cares about your kids, definitely check out Angel Daycare - Kenia deserves way more families knowing about her place.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

What a wonderful community Kenia has created at Angel Day Care! She (and each member of her team of…read morecaregivers) loves your kids as if they were her own. We have so enjoyed our almost four and a half years with Angel Day Care and were sad to have to move on when our youngest went to preschool. 10/10.

I just love this warm family business. Maria, her team of Adelina, Matilda (her retired husband…read moreMike) and Irma have quickly become family to us. Maria spends time with each of her families daily and sometimes invites us in to chat or go in the backyard to see him do tummy time and interact. My son started at 6 months and smiles at the team every morning. He has been going there since April and already says mom, dad, dog and cat at 10 months old! He is a bubbly little extrovert and is a happy guy there -- takes great naps under the team's supervision and loves to observe the older kids, which I think is great for his social-emotional development. Also, the daycare is impeccably clean and beautiful. There is so much care put into the business - were so lucky to have found Maria and team!

My daughter attended Cuddletime for two years. My family was in love with this daycare from our…read morefirst visit. The staff is loving and supportive. They are all very knowledgeable about caring for young children and babies. Maria is incredibly professional and personable. I have so enjoyed all of my interactions with her. I have even gone to her for advice about raising my daughter. The daycare is beautiful. All around the house are beautiful gardens of ever-blooming flowers. The inside is always clean and filled with toys that excite the kids. Meals and snacks are provided and Maria is very particular about only serving the best organic foods to the kids. I have been incredibly happy with my experience at Cuddletime. Maria helped to make these early years of my daughter's life full and happy.

My youngest daughter started at LMDC when she was just 3 months old and there is no one I would…read morehave trusted more with her care. Miss Ann has created a safe and nurturing environment that gives each child the structure and predictability they need. I appreciated that she has a dedicated area for babies, and that her nap schedule works well for both babies with 2-3 naps and toddlers with one nap. My oldest also had a wonderful experience and both kids transitioned seamlessly to preschool after graduating from LMDC. We live in Mill Valley and it was worth the daily trip over the hill for 4 years! We will always have a special place in our hearts for Miss Ann and LMDC.

We are forever grateful for Miss Ann and the LMDC staff!…read more Our daughter started daycare when she was one year old, and from the very beginning, we knew this was the right place for her. Miss Ann's experience is priceless. She's always giving us tips to support our daughter's development. LMDC has provided our Olympia with all the tools to become a curious, smart and loving little girl. We know she's ready to rock at preschool after 2 years thriving at LMDC. She can count, recognize colors and shapes, and cleans up after playing with her toys. Every night Olympia gives thanks for her teachers and her daycare friends. Our top priority when we were looking for daycare was to find a place where Olympia would feel loved, respected and challenged and LMDC definitely was and is that! The Medina Family, October 2022

Bright Start Little School is the best daycare we could have imagined. Full stop…read more Our daughter and son attended over the course of three years, and it was a joy to watch them grow and learn in such a loving, nurturing environment. Vania has a deep understanding of child development and continues to expand her expertise and it truly shows. The activities she creates for children of different ages are thoughtful, engaging, and developmentally rich. From watching caterpillars transform into butterflies to making personalized Mother's Day crafts (I still have the German handprint card on our fridge!), every experience is designed with care and intention. Her two longtime caregivers, Esly and Yomara, have been with her for many years, which speaks volumes, especially in an industry where turnover can be high. Their consistency and warmth gave our children such a strong sense of comfort and trust. Daily updates and photos were always a highlight, and communication, whether about an illness or the rare small boo-boo, was impeccable. Our kids thrived at Bright Start. They entered school confident, curious, and well-prepared, not just academically, but socially and emotionally. Many of our daughter's closest friends today are the ones she made at Vania's. And funnily enough, most of our closest friends in Marin are families we met through Bright Start, too. It's hard to overstate what a real, welcoming community Vania has built. Especially if you're new to the area, this place is something truly special: loving, grounded, and just the right amount of not-too-fussy.

I can't say enough great things about this daycare and how incredible they have been with my son…read moresince he began attending two years ago. When we drop him off he is greeted with genuine warmth and love from his teachers and he is always excited to see them and his friends. They have many different activities scheduled for each day including gymnastics, yoga, and music classes AND they serve healthy, homemade, child friendly lunches and snacks. Additionally, the backyard area is large and filled with lot's of activities with plenty of space to run around and get his energy out. It's covered so they can be outside year round. They also go out in a buggy to the nearby park on nice days which is not something that we have seen with other school options in the neighborhood. Finally, the owner has an AS degree in early childhood education which adds to the value of this school as this is not common with home daycares. Every day we drop him off we can feel good knowing that our son is in great hands and developing his social, emotional, and cognitive skills all while having a great time!

I'm going to be honest and share that Educare wasn't our first choice. At the time, I thought I…read morewanted something more niche or up with the trends of other types of school styles and we chose Educare because we found them to be the most dual income family friendly with hours starting at 730am-5pm and year round so no need to plan for summer camps. Turns out, Educare was the best decision we could have made for our us and our kids, especially having compared notes with friends from other schools. We started there as early as 22 months- the youngest that they'll take them. Educare has provided so much growth for my kids- both socially and academically. They've grown to speak up for themselves, to work both independently and as a team, to behave appropriately at restaurants, make friends easily at playgrounds, focus on tasks, cope with quiet time, try new things/foods, and transition successfully through various situations and scenarios. The teachers and staff approach everything with such empathy and love- even potty training. My youngest had issues pooping in the potty and it was a long two month journey. Instead of making it my problem, the teachers approached it with patience and worked with my little one until she was fully able to let go of the fear and anxiety. One of my favorite things that Educare does, aside from providing breakfast/snacks/lunch, is celebrate all the various cultural holidays and occasions. They also provide two parent/teacher conferences twice a year- both of which the school stays open vs closed like others. The community of parents and friends we've met have been so special. Lastly, I couldn't have asked for my kiddo to be more prepared for kindergarten. We didn't have to spend time after dinner or before bedtime to help them catch up either emotionally or academically. As our kinder teacher shared during our first parent/teacher conference when discussing various school assessments, "the Educare kids usually all do really well."

Educare is such a wonderful school. We had our son at a more strict, more well-known Montessori and…read moreit didn't feel right (too sterile, no smiles!) -- then we found Educare and my son has absolutely thrived here. The teachers and staff blend a high degree of learning with fun, they host so many great events to learn about different cultures, and it's a total bonus that the kids learn in both Spanish and English. As we're heading to kindergarten this fall, it's clear that the Educare kids are extremely well prepared to enter kindergarten with confidence. And if you're planning to be in the LCM public schools, it's awesome for the kids to have so many familiar Educare kids at their elementary school. I'm truly grateful that we found Educare and want to spread the word -- they didn't show up as prominently in my original search as some of the preschools with a more 'elite' reputation. But now that I've seen many friends go through many different pre-schools, I can say with confidence that Educare stands out for nurturing and preparing kids for kindergarten -- socially, emotionally and academically. Moving my son to Educare is one of the best parenting decisions I've made.