Bay Area Daycares

Daycares in San Rafael

99 hand-sorted spots for little ones in San Rafael: 42 day care centers · 39 preschools · 4 family day care homes · 14 child care agencies. Compare ratings, hours and perks, then book a tour.

  • Day care center 42
  • Preschool 39
  • Family day care 4
  • Child care agency 14
  • 99places listed
  • 4.9★avg. family rating
  • 374parent reviews
  • 23open by 7 AM
  • 9weekend care

Parent favorites in San Rafael

1Granny Teresa Nursery School★★★★★ 5.0 · 37 reviewsChild care agency2Little Stars Daycare★★★★★ 5.0 · 17 reviewsDay care center3Butterfly home child care★★★★★ 5.0 · 17 reviewsChild care agency

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CreArt Early Education & Preschool in San RafaelPreschool51

CreArt Early Education & PreschoolVerified

★★★★★5.011 reviews

1055 Las Ovejas Ave #9-10, San Rafael, CA 94903

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Latino-owned · Women-owned
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  • Also offers: Day care center, Education center
  • Accessibility: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
  • Owner identifies as: Latino-owned, Women-owned
  • ZIP code: 94903
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Lily's Daycare in San RafaelDay care center123

Lily's DaycareVerified

★★★★★5.05 reviews

39 San Pablo Ave, San Rafael, CA 94903

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Latino-owned · Women-owned
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
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(415) 785-8031Directions
Montessori de Terra Linda in San RafaelPreschool

Montessori de Terra LindaVerified

★★★★★5.03 reviews

610 Del Ganado Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903

  • Wheelchair accessible
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  • Also offers: Elementary school, Kindergarten, Middle school, Private educational institution, School
  • Accessibility: entrance, parking lot
  • ZIP code: 94903
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(415) 479-7373mdtl.orgDirections
Kathia's Day Care in San RafaelDay care center17

Kathia's Day CareVerified

★★★★★5.02 reviews

1518 Lincoln Ave B, San Rafael, CA 94901

  • Early drop-off
  • Late pickup
  • Weekend care
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Latino-owned · Women-owned
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(415) 855-5493winnie.comDirections
Marin Preschool Academy in San RafaelPreschool

Marin Preschool Academy

★★★★★5.02 reviews

1055 Las Ovejas Ave, San Rafael, CA 94903

  • Late pickup
  • Wheelchair accessible
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San Rafael City Schools in San RafaelPreschool2

San Rafael City SchoolsVerified

★★★★★4.05 reviews

310 Nova Albion Way, San Rafael, CA 94903

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Book a tour online
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  • Also offers: Distance learning center, Elementary school, High school, Kindergarten, Middle school, School district office
  • Accessibility: entrance, parking lot
  • ZIP code: 94903
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(415) 492-3200srcs.orgBook a tourDirections
Guidepost Montessori at San Rafael in San RafaelDay care center18

Guidepost Montessori at San RafaelVerified

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11 Professional Center Pkwy, San Rafael, CA 94903

  • Early drop-off
  • Wheelchair accessible
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(628) 277-1616guidepostmontessori.comDirections
Montessori School of Central Marin in San RafaelPreschool8

Montessori School of Central MarinVerified

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317 Auburn St, San Rafael, CA 94901

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Women-owned
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(415) 456-1748montessoricentralmarin.orgDirections
Saint Raphael School in San RafaelPreschool5

Saint Raphael School

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1100 Fifth Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901

  • Wheelchair accessible
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  • Also offers: Catholic school, Elementary school, Kindergarten, Middle school, Parochial school, Preparatory school, Private educational institution, Primary school
  • Accessibility: entrance, parking lot
  • ZIP code: 94901
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(415) 454-4455straphaelschool.comDirections
Marin Waldorf School in San RafaelPreschool13

Marin Waldorf SchoolVerified

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755 Idylberry Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903

  • Wheelchair accessible
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(415) 479-8190marinwaldorf.orgDirections
Marin Head Start in San RafaelDay care center

Marin Head Start

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498 Point San Pedro Rd # A, San Rafael, CA 94901

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  • Wheelchair accessible
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(415) 453-3769camarin.orgDirections
Little Panda Fun Place Wonderschool in San RafaelPreschool10

Little Panda Fun Place WonderschoolVerified

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221 Union St, San Rafael, CA 94901

  • Wheelchair accessible
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(415) 448-7492Directions
Acqua Toddler House in San RafaelDay care center

Acqua Toddler HouseVerified

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96 Pilgrim Way, San Rafael, CA 94903

  • Early drop-off
  • Wheelchair accessible
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(415) 755-7075Directions
FAMILY CHILD CARE in San RafaelChild care agency21

FAMILY CHILD CAREVerified

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1045 Cresta Way, San Rafael, CA 94903

  • Early drop-off
  • Late pickup
  • Weekend care
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Latino-owned
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(415) 528-8277Directions
Ortega's Day Care Home in San RafaelDay care center5

Ortega's Day Care HomeVerified

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5 Brookdale Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901

  • Early drop-off
  • Weekend care
  • Wheelchair accessible
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(415) 455-8138Directions
Ramirez Child Care in San RafaelDay care center85

Ramirez Child CareVerified

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227 El Prado Ave, San Rafael, CA 94903

  • Early drop-off
  • Wheelchair accessible
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(415) 577-6033Directions
Little Feet in San RafaelChild care agency2

Little FeetVerified

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1400 Fifth Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901

  • Early drop-off
  • Late pickup
  • Wheelchair accessible
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(415) 721-7133Directions
Toddler Town biligual Child care in San RafaelChild care agency

Toddler Town biligual Child care

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340 Keystone Ct, San Rafael, CA 94903

  • Early drop-off
  • Wheelchair accessible
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(415) 328-8172Directions
Apple Barry Beginnings Daycare in San RafaelDay care center3

Apple Barry Beginnings DaycareVerified

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567 Appleberry Dr, San Rafael, CA 94903

  • Wheelchair accessible
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Pilgrim Hill Head Start in San RafaelPreschool

Pilgrim Hill Head Start

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96 Pilgrim Way, San Rafael, CA 94903

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  • Wheelchair accessible
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(415) 492-8269Directions
Marin Head Start in San RafaelDay care center

Marin Head Start

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125 Bahia Way, San Rafael, CA 94901

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  • Wheelchair accessible
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(415) 485-4956Directions
Mary Silveria Children's Center in San RafaelChild care agency

Mary Silveria Children's Center

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1400 Fifth Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901

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  • Wheelchair accessible
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(415) 485-3190Directions
Merry Times in San RafaelDay care center

Merry Times

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159 Merrydale Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903

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  • Wheelchair accessible
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(415) 472-4777Directions
Preschool

Even Start

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251 N San Pedro Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903

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  • Wheelchair accessible
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(415) 499-1597Directions
Jazzy's Cozy Corner in San RafaelDay care centerTemporarily closed

Jazzy's Cozy CornerVerified

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124 Merrydale Rd Unit 14, San Rafael, CA 94903

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(510) 367-8343Directions

Questions parents ask about San Rafael daycares

How many daycares are in San Rafael?

We list 99 child care providers in San Rafael: 42 day care centers · 39 preschools · 4 family day care homes · 14 child care agencies. 3 are marked temporarily closed on Google.

What are the highest-rated daycares in San Rafael?

Based on Google ratings with at least 5 reviews, the top picks are Granny Teresa Nursery School (5.0★ from 37 reviews), Little Stars Daycare (5.0★ from 17 reviews), Butterfly home child care (5.0★ from 17 reviews).

What time do daycares in San Rafael open and close?

Most San Rafael daycares open around 7:30 AM and close around 5:30 PM on weekdays. 23 open by 7 AM and 11 stay open until 6:30 PM or later. The earliest opener is Esly's Child Care at 4 AM, and Sylvie's Sunnyside Montessori stays open latest, until 5 AM.

Are there daycares open on weekends in San Rafael?

Yes. 9 providers list Saturday or Sunday hours, including Alegre Home Care, Esly's Child Care, Marin Kids Club.

Can I book a daycare tour online in San Rafael?

4 San Rafael providers take tour bookings online. Use the Book a tour online filter to see them.

How do I check that a San Rafael daycare is licensed?

Look up the provider on the California Department of Social Services Community Care Licensing facility search. It shows license status, capacity and inspection reports for every licensed center and family child care home.

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