North Bay Children's Center Early Childhood Programs

North Bay Children's Center Early Childhood Programs offers early childhood education and child care programs that focus on preschool and school readiness. The programs include the Garden of Eatin’ program, which weaves a culture of health and wellness throughout the organization and serves as a model for other communities to emulate. The programs serve more than 400 children each year at multiple sites in Marin and Sonoma Counties.

• Ages: 0–5 years old

North Bay Children’s Center was established in 1986. The organization’s mission is to assure optimal development for every child it serves through culturally rich programs for children from diverse backgrounds, the Garden of Eatin’ program, and strong family, school, and community partnerships that support a shared belief in each child’s ability to succeed. The programs provide affordable child care for all incomes and serve the majority of children from low-income families. The organization’s vision is a future where all children have access to critical, high-quality early learning experiences that build the foundation for healthy, productive lives. Programs use evidence-based strategies that focus on school readiness, foster self-sufficiency, and promote health and wellness. North Bay Children’s Center has a partnership with Little Saint Healdsburg Farm / Little Saint Farm to bring fresh, organic produce to children each week. The organization serves more than 400 children ages 0–5 at 12 sites in Marin and Sonoma Counties each year. Susan Gilmore serves as President and CEO and has more than four decades of experience in early childhood education, and Brian St. Peter serves as Facilities Manager.

Last updated August 10, 2026.