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Best Preschools in Corte Madera, CA

Find the best preschools in Corte Madera, California. Browse 4 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.

Best Preschools in Corte Madera

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — preschools with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Golden Poppy Preschool
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    50 El Camino Drive, Corte Madera, CA · Capacity: 75 children

    Golden Poppy Preschool in Corte Madera receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, experienced teachers and nurturing environment across infant through preschool ages. Parents highlight the facility's reasonable pricing, comprehensive care offerings, strong communication through the ProCare app, and engaging activities. The school fosters a strong community with regular parent-child events.

    Warm and attentive teacherssafe and stimulating environmentreasonable pricinginfant through pre-K progression available
  2. 2
    Twin Cities Community Preschool
    4.44 score
    5(4)

    56 Mohawk Avenue, Corte Madera, CA · Capacity: 24 children

    Parents describe TCCP as a cooperative preschool offering a warm, mixed-age environment with a strong emphasis on play-based learning and parental involvement. Reviewers highlight the low cost, high staff-to-child ratios, and strong community support, though they note that the required volunteer time commitment can be challenging for working families.

    warm and supportive mixed-age environmentplay-based learning approachlow costhigh staff-to-child ratio (3-to-1)
  3. 3
    Twin Cities Preschool
    4.44 score
    5(4)

    58 Mohawk Avenue, Corte Madera, CA · Capacity: 30 children

    Reviewers highlight the cooperative model where parents volunteer to maintain a low student-to-teacher ratio and foster a strong community. The school is praised for its play-based curriculum, outdoor facilities, and focus on parenting education, though the required time commitment is noted as a potential challenge for working families.

    low student-to-teacher ratioparent participation/co-op modelplay-based learningoutdoor play space

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Preschools in Corte Madera, California

Corte Madera has 4 preschool programs designed to prepare children ages 3-5 for kindergarten. These programs focus on early literacy, social skills, and structured learning in a nurturing environment.

When choosing a preschool in Corte Madera, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

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Golden Poppy Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Golden Poppy Preschool in Corte Madera receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, experienced teachers and nurturing environment across infant through preschool ages. Parents highlight the facility's reasonable pricing, comprehensive care offerings, strong communication through the ProCare app, and engaging activities. The school fosters a strong community with regular parent-child events.

Warm and attentive teacherssafe and stimulating environmentreasonable pricing
Address
50 El Camino Drive, Corte Madera, CA
Phone
(415) 924-2828
Twin Cities Community Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe TCCP as a cooperative preschool offering a warm, mixed-age environment with a strong emphasis on play-based learning and parental involvement. Reviewers highlight the low cost, high staff-to-child ratios, and strong community support, though they note that the required volunteer time commitment can be challenging for working families.

warm and supportive mixed-age environmentplay-based learning approachlow cost
Address
56 Mohawk Avenue, Corte Madera, CA
Phone
(415) 924-3150
Twin Cities Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Reviewers highlight the cooperative model where parents volunteer to maintain a low student-to-teacher ratio and foster a strong community. The school is praised for its play-based curriculum, outdoor facilities, and focus on parenting education, though the required time commitment is noted as a potential challenge for working families.

low student-to-teacher ratioparent participation/co-op modelplay-based learning
Address
58 Mohawk Avenue, Corte Madera, CA
Phone
(415) 924-6630
Kids On The Hill Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5461 Paradise Drive, Corte Madera, CA
Phone
(415) 924-3033

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 preschools in Corte Madera, California. Browse our directory to compare programs, read parent reviews, and find the best option for your child.
Most preschool programs in Corte Madera accept children between ages 2.5 and 5. Many children start at age 3 or 4, about one to two years before kindergarten. Look for signs of readiness such as being comfortable away from parents, ability to follow simple instructions, and interest in playing with other children.
While both provide childcare, preschools in Corte Madera typically focus more on structured educational activities to prepare children for kindergarten. Preschool programs often run half-day or school-year schedules, while daycare centers offer full-day, year-round care. Many facilities combine both, offering preschool curriculum within a full-day daycare setting.
Preschool costs in Corte Madera typically range from $600 to $1,500 per month for full-time programs. Half-day programs are usually less expensive. Some preschools offer financial aid, and California may have state-funded pre-K programs for qualifying families. Contact individual facilities for current tuition rates.
When selecting a preschool in Corte Madera, consider:
  • Visit the facility in person to observe the environment
  • Ask about teacher qualifications and experience
  • Check licensing status with California's regulatory agency
  • Review the curriculum and daily schedule
  • Read parent reviews for firsthand experiences
  • Compare staff-to-child ratios across facilities