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The Little School-Tiburon

The Little School-Tiburon

A preschool and daycare center offering Nursery, Preschool, and Pre-K programs with a play... Read More

5.0- 1 Review
TIBURON, CA 94920
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Sat/Sun, 8:00am - 2:00pm
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Center, Play based
College Of Marin Children's Center

College Of Marin Children's Center

The College of Marin Child Development Program provides high-quality early education for p... Read More

LARKSPUR, CA 94939
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 8:00am - 4:00pm
$1,408-1,798/month
Center
The Children's Cottage Cooperative Preschool

The Children's Cottage Cooperative Preschool

We are a play-based, parent-participation cooperative preschool that helps children transi... Read More

5.0- 11 Reviews
LARKSPUR, CA 94939
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 9:00am - 3:00pm
$100-475/month
Center, Nature based
ROSS BRIDGES

ROSS BRIDGES

Ross BRI Dges is a child care center in ROSS, California. Care is offered for up to 11 chi... Read More

ROSS, CA 94957
2 years - 5 years
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Center, Academic, STEM
Hawthorne Nursery School

Hawthorne Nursery School

A non-profit nursery school offering a developmental play-based curriculum for children, w... Read More

TIBURON, CA 94920
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Sat/Sun, 8:30am - 2:00pm
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Center, Play based
The Ross Preschool

The Ross Preschool

Preschool should be a magical, joyful place where children are free to run, play, laugh, s... Read More

5.0- 1 Review
ROSS, CA 94957
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 8:30am - 3:00pm
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Center
EVERGREEN CHILDREN'S ACADEMY

EVERGREEN CHILDREN'S ACADEMY

Evergreen Children's Academy is a child care center in Ross, California. Care is offered f... Read More

Ross, CA 94957
Up to 5 years
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Center
The Montessori School Of Central Marin-P/S

The Montessori School Of Central Marin-P/S

Montessori School of Central Marin offers full-time bilingual education with programs from... Read More

SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Sat/Sun, 7:30am - 5:30pm
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Center, Montessori
Trinity Preschool

Trinity Preschool

Trinity Preschool offers a quality early education program that develops the whole child t... Read More

5.0- 12 Reviews
SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 7:30am - 6:00pm
$470-2,426/month
Center
San Rafael Early Learning Center at Short School

San Rafael Early Learning Center at Short School

C.A.M. Short School is a child care center in SAN RAFAEL, California. Care is offered for ... Read More

3.0- 2 Reviews
SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901
Up to 5 years
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Center
Parkside Children's Center

Parkside Children's Center

Welcome to Parkside Children’s Center. This off-school campus in downtown San Rafael is ju... Read More

5.0- 1 Review
SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 7:30am - 6:30pm
$24-1,365/month
Center
Sausalito Nursery School

Sausalito Nursery School

Sausalito Nursery School is a child care center in SAUSALITO, California. Care is offered ... Read More

5.0- 6 Reviews
SAUSALITO, CA 94965
2 years - 5 years
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Center

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Frequently asked questions about Mill Valley daycares

How much does daycare cost in Mill Valley, CA?

Daycare prices in Mill Valley vary by your child's age, the type of program, and the neighborhood. Infant daycare typically costs more than toddler or preschool programs. On UrbanSitter, you can compare pricing for daycares in Mill Valley and filter by budget to find an option that fits your family.

How can I choose the right daycare in Mill Valley, CA?

Start by touring locations, checking licensing information, and reviewing each program's approach to care. It also helps to bring a list of daycare interview questions to guide your visit. UrbanSitter lets you compare options side by side, see which daycares have open spots, and join waitlists for programs you love.

Do daycares offer part-time or drop-in care in Mill Valley?

Some providers offer part-time daycare and drop-in daycare for same-day needs. UrbanSitter helps you see which Mill Valley daycares offer part-time care and which locations support drop-in options so you can find a match for your schedule.

What's the difference between daycare and preschool?

Daycare programs typically support infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children with full- or part-time schedules. Preschool programs usually have a more structured, education-focused curriculum. You can learn more in our guide, Is preschool the same as daycare?

Are daycare expenses tax deductible?

Daycare itself isn't deductible, but many Mill Valley families qualify for the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit or a Dependent Care FSA. These programs can help lower the cost of care. Learn more in our guide to daycare tax benefits.

What age is best to start daycare?

Families start daycare at different ages depending on availability, budget, and personal preference. Experts generally recommend choosing the age that aligns with your child's developmental needs. Explore common starting ages in our guide on the best and worst ages to start daycare.