Mrs. Durgin's Preschool

Mrs. Durgin's Preschool offers care and play-based learning in a safe, loving, and stimulating environment. The program provides a warm, nurturing space where children learn and play in a safe, engaging environment and are treated like part of a family, with laughter, friendships, and joyful exploration as part of the daily experience.

• Ages: 2–5 years old
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 am–5:00 pm, with additional date night hours from 5:00 pm–5:30 pm

Mrs. Durgin's Preschool is led by Debra and Tom, with Debra Durgin as a key leader and Tom bringing experience as a trusted contractor in Petaluma since 1992. The mission of the program is to go beyond childcare to help children grow into kind, confident learners in a play-based environment that emphasizes joy, discovery, and love, with a focus on curiosity, confidence, and independence. The program states that it takes pride in creating a space where children feel safe, supported, and encouraged as they grow and prepares young children for the road ahead.

Both primary caregivers are certified in First Aid and CPR, and the program operates under License Number 493010018. Experienced teachers specialize in caring for children ages 2–4 and prepare them for TK and kindergarten with a balance of play, learning, and social-emotional growth through engaging, age-appropriate activities that support social, emotional, and academic development. The program is described as a top-rated Petaluma preschool and daycare, with families in the community consistently giving it five-star reviews.

Mrs. Durgin's Preschool accepts families with 4Cs of Sonoma County in order to provide access to quality child care and early education to Sonoma County families, and it specifically notes that it accepts 4Cs families. The program also highlights that it now offers extended hours and special date-night hours.

One parent, Terence G., shared that the family felt lucky to find Mrs. Durgin's Playcare and that their 2-year-old daughter, who had never been away from home before, was made to feel right at home and treated like one of Deb and Tom’s own grandchildren. This parent noted that Deb and Tom took time to help their daughter feel comfortable and loved, that she went from being nervous to absolutely loving it, that all the kids seemed to love being there and to come from great families, and that they highly recommend Mrs. Durgin's to anyone looking for care for their child.

Last updated June 26, 2026.