Best Daycares in Larkspur

Top 4 licensed childcare facilities ranked by compliance record, parent reviews, and capacity.

4 licensed facilities

0 top rated

100% clean record

Typical tuition

Average monthly cost in Marin County

2022 median

$2,374

/ month

infant

$1,705

/ month

toddler

$1,876

/ month

preschool

Median cost at licensed child care centers. Licensed family child care homes typically cost 20-30% less (infant care around $1,026/month).

Larkspur offers a growing number of licensed daycare providers with 4 licensed facilities, including 3 Child Care Centers and 1 Family Child Care Homes. We ranked the top 4 based on their official compliance record and parent reviews to help you find the best fit for your family.

The daycare landscape in Larkspur, Marin County is strong — 100% of the top-ranked facilities have a clean inspection record with no citations. Our top pick, Ann Lashelle-salvetti, holds an Excellent facility score.

When it comes to cost, licensed child care centers in Larkspur, Marin County charge a median of $2,085 per month for infant care and $1,624 for preschool. These are county-level estimates — individual facilities may vary. Family child care homes are typically more affordable, with infant care averaging around $1,564 per month.

Each facility listed below links to a detailed profile page where you can review inspection history, complaint records, capacity, and contact information. We update our rankings regularly as new licensing data becomes available.

Top 4 Daycares in Larkspur

Ann Lashelle-salvetti

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Larkspur

Capacity: 14

Children's Cottage Co-op.

Excellent

Child Care Center · Larkspur

Capacity: 25

College of Marin Children's Center

Excellent

Child Care Center · Larkspur

Capacity: 48

Marin Primary

Excellent

Child Care Center · Larkspur

Capacity: 105

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed daycares are in Larkspur?

There are 4 licensed daycare facilities in Larkspur, California, including family child care homes and child care centers.

What types of daycare are available in Larkspur?

Larkspur has 1 Family Child Care Home, 3 Child Care Center. Use the search filters to narrow by type.

How are daycares in Larkspur rated?

Each facility is rated based on state inspection data, including Type A and Type B citations. 100% of facilities in Larkspur have no citations on record.

How much does daycare cost in Larkspur?

Based on typical county pricing data, licensed child care centers in Larkspur charge approximately $2,085/month for infants, $1,538/month for toddlers, and $1,624/month for preschool-age children. Licensed family child care homes are typically 20–30% less, with infant care around $1,564/month. Exact pricing varies by facility.