Mill Valley, CA

Mill Valley Children's Center is a highly respected nonprofit childcare facility with over four decades of service. The center offers a play-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum that emphasizes social-emotional learning and cognitive development. Their experienced teaching staff includes many educators with advanced degrees and long-term tenure. The facility features spacious classrooms, natural outdoor play areas, and a strong focus on community involvement. They maintain excellent teacher-to-child ratios and are known for their inclusive environment and comprehensive approach to early childhood education.

Bright Horizons at Corte Madera serves the Mill Valley community with their nationally recognized World at Their Fingers curriculum, which emphasizes literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies through hands-on learning. The center features state-of-the-art security systems, dedicated age-appropriate playgrounds, and highly qualified teachers with early childhood education credentials. Their Emergent Curriculum approach follows children's interests while meeting developmental milestones. The facility maintains NAEYC accreditation and offers nutritious meal programs, regular parent-teacher conferences, and comprehensive safety protocols.

La Petite Ecole offers a unique French immersion program that combines language acquisition with a comprehensive early childhood education. The school follows the French national curriculum adapted for American students, focusing on bilingual development, cultural awareness, and academic readiness. Their experienced native French-speaking teachers create an immersive environment where children naturally acquire language skills. The program emphasizes creative expression, logical thinking, and social development in a nurturing, small-class setting. The facility includes dedicated art and music spaces, outdoor play areas, and maintains excellent teacher-to-student ratios with a focus on individualized attention.