We have been absolutely thrilled with the quality care from Little Hand Child Care! We feel a lot…read moreof gratitude for how the owner and her staff take the time to get to know each child, and really make them feel at ease. Our son started there when he was 15 months, and is now coming up on 2.5 years; I wouldn't think about sending him anyplace else. One of the things that we love about it, is that they not only combine educational programs into the week that they host, but they also bring in 3rd party instructors for enrichment like music and yoga. It's really amazing! We read with our little boy all the time, but when he came home knowing how to count to 10 before he had turned two, the credit was clearly due to Jordanna and her team at Little Hand. As a first time parent, I wasn't sure what to look for or to ask about when looking at daycare. Where I landed was choosing people that I felt I could trust. I trust Little Hand completely, and that has just grown over time. Other things: There is an active chat group for parents, so we can have our little ones play more outside of daycare. There are parties for birthdays and holidays! Home cooked meals, that are healthy and nutritious. And, there are so many smaller things- like the time there was construction on the street and my son got taken down to see the trucks, which made his week- that make this is a special place. We also often get photos of our little guy throughout the week, in which we can see all the things and fun he is having. We are really happy that our son is there.

It's not just a regular daycare, they're really awesome with the kids…read more Jordanna is the sweetest person with my baby. She goes above and beyond to make sure she's happy and healthy. I have seen other daycares and Jordanna's is really different. She takes care of my baby with love, and I'm so grateful for her. The pricing is also very fair. We totally recommend.

If I could give more than five stars, I would…read more Choosing someone to care for your children is one of the biggest decisions you'll ever make, and I can honestly say we hit the jackpot. From the very beginning, Enas, Ehab and family welcomed our family with open arms and treated our children with so much love, patience, and kindness. It never felt like we were dropping them off at daycare, it felt like we were leaving them with family. I've so appreciated her guidance over the years, she was truly my "village" since we didn't have family here. Every day, we knew our kids were in a safe, nurturing, loving and happy environment. The communication was always wonderful, and it gave us so much peace of mind knowing how their days were going. Our children have absolutely thrived in Enas' care, and we are so grateful for the role her and her family have played in their lives. Watching them grow, develop and learn has been so incredible to watch and they are a big reason for this. The only reason we're leaving is because our family is relocating across the country to be closer to family. If we weren't moving, our children would absolutely still be with them. Leaving them is truly one of the hardest parts of this move. If you're looking for someone who will love your children as if they were her own, I cannot recommend ABC highly enough. We will always be grateful for everything they have done for our family, and they will always hold a special place in our hearts.

I have nothing but wonderful things to say about ABC Child Care and Enas!…read more As a first time mom, sending your infant child to daycare can be daunting. As a professional who works in pediatric healthcare/development, I wanted to make sure my son went to a loving environment that would enrich his developmental outcomes. ABC Child Care was just that. Enas is so kind and knowledgeable and truly made me feel at ease with sending my then 9 month old son into her care. My son has thrived in his development over the past year and I am so happy to have Enas and everyone at ABC Child Care as part of my "village" with raising my son. We are unfortunately moving out of the area and will miss ABC Child Care so much! If we move back before my son is school age, he will definitely be coming back here (if there is room :)). If you value a home environment and loving care for your infant/toddler, look no further!

We are so happy we found Marcia's Daycare. Our son started with her when he was just 3.5 months…read moreold, and she was such a wonderful part of his early years. She is incredibly warm, kind, and loving with the kids, and so easy and wonderful to work with as a parent. We always felt completely comfortable knowing he was in her & her team's care. We ended up referring several friends and neighbors to Marcia over the years, and they all loved her too, which I think says a lot. We feel so lucky that we found her and are incredibly grateful for all the love and care she gave our son. We would recommend her in a heartbeat.

Our daughter has been going to Marcia's daycare for almost three years. We love Marcia she is an…read moreangel, she has helped me out in more ways than I could ever imagine was possible. Flexible, a great communicator. She cooks the best homemade meals. I pick my daughter up with a stellar new hair do almost every day and always looking so clean and put together. Great art projects and my daughter now sings so many beautiful songs in both English and Spanish. We are overjoyed to have Marcia in our life.

If only I could give them 7 stars! Our baby boy started with Bright Stars when he was not quite two…read moremonths old. We are SO happy with his care there. The teachers in the infant room are so great. It is really clear that this isn't just a job for them, they love what they do. It was hard to hand over my little one when he was so tiny but I always felt great about it. Ms. Jacky, the lead teacher in the room really loves her work and it shows. She regularly comments about the changes that he is going through and notices the subtleties of his moods from week to week. Ms. Nahid the director of the facility is wonderful. She is regularly in the infant room and I see her in the toddler and pre-school rooms often. She knows every child's name and seems genuinely happy to see each child. Clearly this is a business but it is also her passion. When you love what you do it shows and you can't fake that. The only reason we left Bright Stars is because I got laid off from my job in San Rafael and we live in the city. We are so sad to leave Bright Stars but know our baby's spot will go to another child who will get great care.

The feedback I'm sharing is based on my own experience and conversations with teachers who have…read moreleft the daycare. Please ensure you conduct your own research before enrolling your children in this daycare (state website showing citations and allegations of infant handled in a rough manner among other things that I have listed below https://www.ccld.dss.ca.gov/carefacilitysearch/FacDetail/214005301) **Pros:** - There are several long-term teachers who are dependable and committed to their work. Matty, who works in the infant and toddler room, is one of them. - Our baby seemed content during drop-off and pick-up, and always appeared happy to see the teachers. **Cons:** - Staff turnover is high, especially among assistants. This has led to incidents like falls and biting due to insufficient supervision. Some assistants lack the necessary experience to care for the children properly. - Certain teachers allow children to cry without offering comfort, suggesting they will get used to not being held. Specific concerns: 1. Nora, who works in the infant room at the Terra Linda location, was found sleeping with a baby in her arms. 2. Stephanie (also at the Terra Linda location) was seen using her phone when a child fell and got hurt. 3. I personally observed the teacher-to-child ratio not being met, with 10 infants supervised by just one teacher. When I raised this issue, it was dismissed by the Director, who claimed the other teacher was in the bathroom. This often occurs during drop-off and pick-up times. 4. Diaper changes are inconsistent; my daughter came home with severe diaper rashes. Other parents have shared similar concerns. 5. Irma, a teacher at the San Rafael location, was reported by a former colleague to be forceful when feeding children, even prying their mouths open to make them eat. While some of these concerns were raised by former staff, I personally witnessed items 3 and 4. I believe these issues warrant further investigation, and I suspect the Director is aware but unwilling to acknowledge them. * After posting this, Nahid has sent me multiple messages, changing her original reply from accusing me of lying about my feedback to expressing appreciation for it. She even reported my comment on Yelp, alleging a policy violation, though no such violation occurred. In reality, she has continuously harassed me for sharing my honest opinion and has encouraged her friends to do the same. Her friends are posting good reviews to discredit mine but I have no desire to harm any business. I believe it's important for parents to be aware of the concerns I personally experienced while my child was enrolled here. As I mentioned before, I encourage you to do your own research, as your experience may differ from mine. However, I want to provide honest feedback, something I wish I had received. Nahid's reaction to this feedback reflects her level of professionalism--she cannot accept feedback constructively and instead resorts to intimidation tactics to have it removed.

Both of my children attended TLC for three years leading up to kindergarten - and I can only say…read moregood things about this place. Three things to remember: small classes (max 6 kids in a class), in-home environment (no transition issues), director/teacher with an MSE and 30 years of experience - actually taking care of the kids. Couldn't ask for anything more. Just today Bonnie called me to tell me something new that that my daughter had learned. She loves the kids and she loves teaching. My son is in now second grade and doing exceptionally well socially, emotionally and academically. I attribute this to tailored attention he received at TLC. Seema teaches the younger kids. She is creative, fun and loving. In the early days I remember peeking in and seeing my daughter asleep in her arms. It reminded me that I had made the right decision.

Both our boys went here. Bonnie and the other teachers are absolutely wonderful; a very caring and…read morenourishing environment where the kids both learn and play.

We loved Miss Sandie's. My daughter was happy there, the teachers were so sweet and caring, and it…read morejust felt like a really warm, comfortable place for her to be every day. As a mom, that peace of mind means everything. They were also really accommodating and easy to work with, which made our transition so much easier. We're really grateful for the time she spent there and would absolutely recommend it to other local families.

My kids have been going here from the ages 2-5 and I could not recommend the preschool more…read more Friendly staff, great communication and most of all the hours are great!

We've been going to Little Stars since our 3 year old daughter was 6 months old and started our…read moresecond there at 5 months old. Jessica and her team now feel like family. When I was looking for a daycare before my first was born I had no idea where to even start and was terrified of leaving my daugther with strangers. Little Stars was by far the cleanest and most organized of all the daycares we toured. Jessica communicates wonderfully and lets us know if there are any issues. The staff are so warm and loving and know exactly what each child needs each day. Watching my three year old grow there has been a delight. I love that the program is bilingual and she has become very proficient at Spanish. The play based curriculum with lots of singing and dancing has made learning fun and taught her more than I could imagine for a three year old. If you're looking for a daycare you can trust and feel comfortable leaving your kid everyday this is your spot.

We have had such a wonderful experience at Little Stars Daycare and could not be more grateful for…read morethe care and love they have given Ari. From the very beginning, we felt that he was in a safe, nurturing, and caring environment, and it gave us so much peace of mind as first-time parents. All the teachers have been incredibly kind, attentive, and wonderful with Ari. He started at 5 months old and it has been so special to see him grow, learn, and become comfortable there. He always smiles when we drop him off and pick him up. We are truly sad that our time at the daycare will come to an end--not because of the experience, but simply because our family is moving to Petaluma. We highly recommend Little Stars and Jessica to any family looking for a warm, caring, and trustworthy place for their little one. Thank you for everything you have done for Ari and for our family!

MFT has been an outstanding experience for our son throughout his time there. Terese, Lori, and the…read morerest of the staff are deeply attuned to the needs of young children and have created an extraordinary early education and social experience. We couldn't have asked for a better learning environment for our son to grow up in. Highly recommended!!

Both my kids went to Terese Montessori and they both are thriving at their schools. The…read morefundamentals they learn are the best in Novato. They approach each kid different and it is an individualized approach. It is a strict program but my kids have learned to be confident and independent. My son has a lot of energy but has learned to focus in the classroom where now at his elementary school he is one of the best behaved kids in the classroom and releases his energy outside. Highly recommend this school and by far one of the best in Novato. My only thing it is small so great for ages 2-3.5 or a kids that needs that small class.