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Novato Children's Center

Site Supervisor:  Doris L. Smith
Address: 5520 nave Dr. Novato, CA   94949
Phone Number:  415-883-4385
Fax: 415-883-4657
Hours of Operation: From 7:30 AM  to 6:00 PM– 5 Day a week.
Age groups served: The center provides Preschool, Pre-kindergarten and after school programs. Ages 2.9 through 8 years. Children must be potty trained.

Services provided:
  • A program designed to promote the mental, physical, emotional and social growth of children.
  • Developmental appropriate curriculum established to enhance self-esteem and promote learning success.
  • Appropriate staff / Child ratio, with qualified, caring, educated and experienced teachers and assistants.
  • A cross cultural approach to learning
  • Well balanced food service with breakfast, lunch and snacks available to the children.
  • Bi-yearly cognitive, physical, emotional and social assessments conducted by qualified staff.
  • Annual Dental Screening including cleaning, x-rays, and follow-up with referrals sponsored by Marin County Oral Health Project.
  • Speech and language therapist services provided through Marin County Office of Education.
  • Supervised playground activities are provided with emphasis on hand eye and gross motor skill development.
  • Raising a Reader Program sponsored by (First five).
  • Staff are trained in CPR and First Aid.
  • Bilingual staff.
  • Opportunities for volunteers.