Our son and then later our daughter each spent 18 months with Mariana and her loving team. We could…read morenot be happier. Our kids were always so excited to show up in the morning (and often sad to leave at the end of the day). If we have a third child, we'll definitely be sending them to Learn and Play.

Our son loved attending Learn and Play. In the morning, he was excited to be dropped off. In the…read moreafternoon, he often didn't want to leave. The space is great for kids -- very outdoor and play oriented. And the staff/teachers are all very sweet and caring. If we have a second child, we'll send them to Learn and Play.

We ADORE Mighty Bambinis! Our son (4) currently attends and is thriving in this fun-loving,…read morenature-centered program. We've seen his curiosity and joy come alive and every day he looks forward to going to school. Evelyn and her team are incredibly thoughtful about every aspect of the program, focusing on child-led play and social and emotional development support. The teacher to child ratio (1:5) is the best I've seen in Marin and it really shows. 10+ stars if I could!

Mighty Bambinis is completely amazing. Such attentive, skilled, and caring teachers, great…read morelocation, wonderful opportunity for kids to be outside, and perfect, ever changing curriculum responsive to interests of kids. Highly recommended for all kids but especially a great choice for parents considering a TK alternative as there is an academic component but in such a fun way. Evelyn the director is such a wealth of knowledge not just about preschoolers but families in general. Also a great choice for families looking for a bit more community rather than just drop and go. We really enjoyed the camping and family days.

A few months ago, my husband and I made the decision to put our 18-month-old daughter into daycare…read more It was a difficult decision as we both work from home and we were used to having her around us, but we knew it was the best thing all around. I could not be happier that I found Cookies-n-Dirt. Christian Wood has a marvelous gift at nurturing and educating children. All of the children in her care seem happy, curious, warm and friendly. She stimulates their minds and imaginations with a variety of activities, all within a safe, loving environment. My daughter loves going there and I love when she comes home with new words, songs, games, etc. I HIGHLY recommend Christian Wood and Cookies-n-Dirt! Elise Holland-Desai Mill Valley, CA

5 stars says it all. If you want someone who will nurture, protect, teach, and love your children,…read morethen you want Christian. We were so blessed to have her care for our little girl when I went back to work part-time. Our little girl flourished under Christian's care and we never had a day when she didn't want to go. In fact, there were many mornings when she was sad that it wasn't a "Christian Day." I could go on and on about how thoughtful Christian is about her curriculum planning, tactile activities for the kids, the amazingly beautiful art projects that come home (we still have a self portrait up from over 2 years ago!), and the fact that she takes the kids outside! But all you really need to know is that your child will be loved, safe, grow, and have fun. What more could you want?

When my daughter was 18 months old, I started searching for child care. I visited many places but…read morealways felt hesitant when providers tried to "sell me" on their daycare centers. Ava and I had never been separated for more than a few hours since she was born, and I was very wary about letting her out of my sight. After a few months, I decided to hold off until the right situation arose. One day when we were at a neighborhood park, I struck up a conversation with a woman, who turned out to be daycare provider. She was friendly and genuine, and I immediately trusted her. Within two weeks, my daughter was in her program three days a week. Ava was in Debbie's care for a year and a half, until she entered preschool. Whenever I picked her up, she wanted to stay longer, even after a 9 hour day. Never once did I worry about her because I knew she was loved, respected, and taken care of. Debbie is personable, flexible and a great communicator. She strikes a delicate balance between being patient, relaxed in her approach, yet able to assert herself with children in the most loving manner.

Every new parent hopes to find a person like Debbie Maissen. Taking our 1.5 year old son to White…read moreCottage, was like taking him to be with family, only better. What started as one day a week at her in-home daycare quickly became two and then three, because our son loved being with her, she loved having him and I never once had worries or concerns while he was was there. From the daily activities to the peacefulness of her beautiful garden, I knew that our son was getting the opportunity to play and discover and learn from other children while being nurtured and disciplined when necessary. He built friendships there that are stronger than those he has made in pre-school and he still responds with a resounding yes if we ever ask "Do you want to go to Debbie's?" If he could have stayed until kindergarten, he would have. I can highly recommend Debbie, and her daughter Chelsea and can only hope that they have space in 4 months when our second little one turns one!

My little one has been attending My Angels with Angelina since he was 10 months old and is now 2.5…read moreyears old. As a first-time mom, I was really anxious about finding the right childcare, but our experience here has been amazing. Angelina is incredibly warm, nurturing, and attentive--not just with the kids, but with parents too :) She's always communicative and responsive, which I've really appreciated. The location is convenient, and parking is easy. Angelina greets us personally every morning and afternoon, and my LO always reaches for her with a big smile. In the afternoon, she always tells me about how his day went. The in-home setting feels cozy while still offering plenty of social interaction and play opportunities. All meals and snacks are provided, which has been such a lifesaver for our busy family! I also love how much outdoor playtime they get, especially in the summer with water activities. Inside, the space is bright, clean, and thoughtfully organized--lots of great toys and activities without feeling overwhelming. They do all kinds of fun arts and crafts projects, which I love seeing come home. We've been so happy here and truly wouldn't hesitate to recommend My Angels to other families!

My daughter was Angelina and her staff for over 2 years. For the moment I walked in I felt at ease…read moreknowing my daughter will be there and good hands. Over the years Rima made life long friends even at a young age. The provided great and healthy meals for the kids, lots of options for learning and having fun. It was always clean and safe. If you want your child to feel at home this is where you need to take them.

Our daughter has been at Hooray Daycare for the past 8 months and it's hard to describe how…read moregrateful we feel to have found it. The owner, Mari, is as kind, loving, attentive, knowledgeable, and communicative as any parent could ever hope for. It is such an incredible relief to drop her off each day knowing she is so well cared for, so loved, and having such a good time. My daughter absolutely adores Mari and her little daycare friends. She talks about them constantly at home and lights up every day at drop-off. Recently at pickup, we've had to beg her to come home! We toured several daycares before finding Hooray/Mari, and we immediately knew it was special. From the very beginning, Mari has shown us how organized, thoughtful, and deliberate she is with how she manages the curriculum, the play areas, the meals, etc. She is SO knowledgeable and is truly an expert in child development. All of my friends are amazed at how much my daughter talks at her age, and I tell them all it's because of Mari. Mari also gives us helpful parenting tips and guidance, and we value it so much as first-time parents. It truly feels like she's part of our village, and it's so nice to have such a warm and nonjudgmental expert in our corner. One of my favorite things about Mari is how on top of everything she is. There are several other kids in the daycare but sometimes it feels like we're the only ones, because she pays such close attention to our daughter. She notices everything from tiny rashes to new teeth to new developmental milestones. I could go on forever. If you're considering sending your child to Hoorary Daycare, you will be in such incredible hands!

We are so thankful that we found Mari and Hooray Daycare for our young children. We cannot imagine…read moregetting through the last year without Hooray Daycare and Mari. She has an amazing gift with young children (we joke that she is the toddler whisperer) and is incredibly loving, patient, and kind. Our kids are so happy and comfortable at Mari's and love to come every day. Mari's daycare is small and intimate, which allows her to give each child the individual attention they need. She has a variety of age-appropriate toys and activities for the children to enjoy, and she always makes sure they are engaged and learning. Mari is also very knowledgeable about early childhood development and provides the children with a variety of experiences that help them learn and grow. She has good indoor and outdoor space and provides healthy and balanced meals. She is also very organized and communicative, keeping us updated with pictures throughout the day and being available to answer any questions. We are extremely happy with and thankful for Hooray Daycare and enthusiastically recommend it for other families.