Sunshine School
Daycare center in Sonoma, CA. 109 Patten Street, Sonoma, CA 95476
About the program
Sunshine School is a licensed daycare center in Sonoma, California, on the state register since 1991. It is licensed for 105 children and serves preschool ages.
Sunshine School of Sonoma is a play-based preschool serving children ages two to five in Sonoma, California.
The program follows a play-based approach.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Sunshine School does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,006 a month.
Licensing and safety
Open the state record →California cites a Type A violation for an immediate risk to the health or safety of children, and a Type B violation for a record-keeping or maintenance item. The state file gives counts, dates and regulation numbers, not the inspector's notes.
Regulations cited
101212(d)(1)(B) · 1596.7995(a)(1) · 101216(g)(2) · 101230(c)(1)
Open the state record for each visit report.
What parents say
We’re relatively new to Sunshine but our experience has been great so far. The teachers and administrators are very responsive, we get updates regularly and our little guy is very happy to go to school every morning.
Vlada Reits · 5/5 on Google · 7 months agoSunshine Preschool has had a profoundly positive impact on our family. With three children, each having very different needs and personalities, it's been remarkable to see them each find their perfect fit and flourish here over the past three years. All of my children have had different teachers, who were/are all exceptional, contributing to their individual growth. They've truly formed lasting relationships with…
Sophia Paganini · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoOur family is thrilled to be a part of the Sunshine School community. Their curriculum is based on their philosophy that children learn about the world around them through play. Our daughter has flourished in transitioning to preschool and has developed enhanced problem-solving skills, verbal communication, independence and social skills. The teachers and director care deeply for their students and take extra care to…
Angela Branconi · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoWe have been very happy with our experience at Sunshine. The staff has been caring and kind. All of our daughter’s teachers have worked to get to know her and support her growth. Ms. Melissa has been so supportive, communicative and helpful. Our daughter comes home happy and tired out in a positive way. The children have lots of time to play outside in the lovely outdoor play area!
Chrissie Prehn · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoGetting there
109 Patten Street, Sonoma, CA 95476
Questions about Sunshine School
Is Sunshine School licensed?
Yes. Sunshine School holds an active Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 490102274), with a licensed capacity of 105 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Sunshine School had any inspection violations?
California's public file shows 3 citations for Sunshine School, across 2 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 0. The state record linked above has each visit report.
What ages does Sunshine School take?
Sunshine School is licensed to serve preschool ages.
How much does Sunshine School cost?
Sunshine School does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
