Best Montessori Preschools in San Francisco, CA
We strive to help your child become a passionate learner who is confident and creative; flourishing through Montessori's unique approach to education. At our school, you'll find a home away from home...
Preschool and Kindergarten Program
Mission Montessori is proud to offer the one-of-a-kind, holistic, child-led approach to early childhood education that Dr. Montessori pioneered over one hundred years ago.
Toddler Program
Our teachers introduce good habits, encourage the use of words to express needs, and warmly guide children to do things for themselves throughout the course of the day.
Also offers: Infant Program
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A warm, home-based preschool where children learn, play, and grow in a small, nurturing environment. We provide a structured daily routine with engaging, hands-on activities using the Experience...
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Montessori Children’s Center is a classical Montessori school offering a Toddler Program (ages 2–3) and a Preschool and Kindergarten Program (ages 3–6), where each student’s evolution is nurtured...
Preschool & Kindergarten
Our Primary & Kindergarten program is designed to support children’s developmental milestones, making them ready for the elementary years while also nurturing the seeds to become grounded, successful adults.
Montessori Summer Discovery
Try Montessori this summer. From June 29 to August 7, children ages 3 to 6 can join our Montessori Summer Discovery Program for 2, 4, or 6 weeks. A joyful way to experience Montessori through hands-on work, nature, creativity, and “I did it myself” moments.
Also offers: Toddler Program
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Give them the BEST start in life. Authentic MONTESSORI education, HIGH ACADEMICS, and hands-on STEAM in a warm, NURTURING environment where your child is seen and supported. Our school is TOP-RATED...
Little Scholars Preschool Program
Our program helps children become confident, independent, and curious learners. With a rich Montessori and STEAM foundation, they develop strong academic skills, social-emotional growth, critical thinking, and a foundation for lifelong success—ready for school and beyond. Potty training available!
Tippy Toe Toddlers Program
Our Toddler Program provides gentle, Montessori-based care that supports early development in language, movement, independence, and social-emotional skills. In a warm, nurturing space, toddlers explore, connect, and build confidence through hands-on learning and STEAM play. Potty training available!
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Little Sea Turtle Academy is a welcoming and nurturing space where children can grow, learn, and thrive. Our daycare is designed to provide a safe and engaging environment that inspires creativity,...
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Preschool follows Dr. Maria Montessori’s comprehensive approach to early education. Program is based on the principle that every child can learn in an environment that is both engaging as well as...
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Dolphin Stars Childcare is your trusted destination for exceptional early education and care. The director and teachers have over decade of experience working in childcare field. We specialize in...
Whale
Children play via exploration, hand-on experience, and active engagement of play. Children will start to develop ideas and share their thoughts to the teachers. Creative curriculum to help children express their minds.
Little Dolphin
Infant Care Services: Children play via exploration, hand-on experience, and lovely care.
Also offers: Daycare Program, Jellyfish
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Preschool program offers full curriculum of Dr. Maria Montessori's philosophy and principles of education for older toddlers and school-age children up to age 6. Activities encourage curiosity,...
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Family child care that aims to provide various learning experiences for children. Features a home-like learning environment inspired by the Montessori and Reggio Emilia approach and carefully designed...
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Mandarin immersion preschool Center located Russian Hill.. Children enjoy a learning environment with an engaging preschool curriculum that emphasizes kindness and personal responsibility in addition...
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Home-based bilingual daycare offering infant and toddler care, nursery, preschool, pre-kindergarten, and kindergarten programs. Center dedicates entire floor of home to daycare. Curriculum is...
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Program provides high-quality child development and language learning, top-notch care, and stimulating setting for children over nine months old. We offer an emergent, interactive and content-rich...
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We combine play-based and nature oriented philosophy, provide a multiple language (Immersion Chinese, English, Spanish) environment for children to explore indoor and outdoor through hand crafts,...
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We offer a variety of educational and developmentally appropriate programs for toddlers and preschoolers. Our curriculum centers on the whole child through creating a balance of both guided...
Pre-K/TK Preschool Class
In TK, we prepare students for kindergarten and beyond. Our desire is for our students to enter kindergarten with excitement and confidence. We work on the forms and functions of pre-academics while developing a strong sense of self.
4's Preschool Class
Here, we focus on social and emotional learning and peer scaffolding. We begin to explore how we can learn from our friends, and how we can communicate how we feel. We will also delve into academics designed to prepare students for pre-kindergarten, while instilling a lifelong love of learning.
Also offers: Peekadoodle Prep, 3's Preschool Class, Extended Care, and more
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Glenridge Cooperative Nursery School, founded in 1970, is a private preschool located within San Francisco’s only natural canyon in Glen Park. Our school provides child-centered, naturalistic, and...
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In-home, Montessori childcare program where children learn through exploration, curiosity, and fun activities. Outdoor play, walks, and learning activities are integrated into the program via trips to...
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In-home Spanish immersion daycare and preschool adjacent to the Presidio. Children learn naturally in a small group environment through various inquiry-based activities such as gardening, cooking,...
Speaks Spanish
Mandarin-immersion preschool and daycare program where children develop skills in critical thinking and problem solving in preparation for kindergarten. Children are encouraged to make discoveries and...
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Childcare and early education services provided in a home-based setting. Age-appropriate toys and games are available for hands-on exploration during free play. Independent reading is encouraged for...
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Mandarin-immersion preschool and daycare program where children develop skills in critical thinking and problem solving in preparation for kindergarten. Children are encouraged to make discoveries and...
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A Montessori-inspired infant program with just 4 little ones at a time. Offering children the freedom to explore in a thoughtfully prepared environment that fosters independence, creativity, and a...
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Montessori preschool serving infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
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A bilingual immersion program that offers a nurturing space for children to develop English and Spanish language skills while learning through Reggio Emilia and Montessori-inspired lessons and...
Speaks Spanish
Family-owned and operated Montessori preschool with a three-year, mixed-age program. Mission is to provide a well-rounded education that supports social, emotional, and cognitive growth. Learning...
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Full-time preschool in the Mission District for toddlers and preschool-age children. Program includes Spanish and English program options. Children are provided with a STEAM-based, hands-on curriculum...
Speaks Spanish
Completely immersive Montessori preschool and pre-kindergarten program in the Presidio Terrace area. Children are encouraged to independently pursue learning activities while building important...
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Montessori school located in West Portal. San Francisco. AMI accreditation. Programs are designed to nurture the physical, intellectual and emotional development of each child through interactive...
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Spanish immersion program offering a daycare curriculum to infants and toddlers. Developmentally-appropriate activities are introduced and include reading, music, and movement. Creativity, curiosity,...
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Our Spanish Immersion Program, for children ages birth to 10, offers a dynamic and nurturing environment where engaging activities foster early learning and development. Our blended curriculum...
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Golden Sun is committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 6 month & up. We share a strong passion & experienced in igniting children‘s development and skills,...
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Childcare program serving infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children in a home-based environment. Play-based learning approach is used to enhance skills in the areas of language, literacy,...
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We believe that a happy and nurturing environment will lead your child to feel secure and nurtured; once we have reached this goal, children won’t have any problem interacting with others in...
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Reggio Emilia and Montessori-inspired preschool offering a creative environment where children build and transform objects daily. Students are provided with open-ended materials that are carefully...
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Play-based infant and toddler care and preschool. Children engage in a variety of age-appropriate activities that promote skills-based and project-based learning. Curriculum includes math, literacy,...
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Welcome to Mon Jardin Daycare!🌸 We offer a warm, safe, and joyful learning environment based on the Montessori approach. ✏️Our program encourages independence, creativity, and social development for...
Montessori Preschool Program
At Mon Jardin Home Daycare, our infant program offers a warm, loving space where babies grow at their own pace. We follow each child’s natural routine for feeding, sleeping, and play, while gently encouraging early learning through sensory activities and nurturing care.
Toddler Care Program
At Mon Jardin Home Daycare, our toddler program supports active, curious little learners through play, exploration, and gentle guidance. We focus on building independence, language, social skills, and potty readiness in a nurturing, Montessori-inspired environment.
Also offers: Daycare Program, Daycare Program
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Childcare and preschool program for infants and toddlers providing a childcare experience by incorporating research-based programming from Gymboree Play and Music. Curriculum is designed around each...
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At Pumpkin’s Corner, we create a nurturing and educational environment for your child. Our childcare offers nutritious menus including AM snacks, lunch, & PM snacks, a child-led curriculum that...
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At San Francisco Waldorf School, we offer a two-year, play-based and nature-connected preschool program. Children begin their day in one of our outdoor play yards. Each day is balanced between...
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Home-based preschool with a traditional Montessori-style curriculum. Two educational programs are available: early preschool for children under 3, and kindergarten prep for 3 to 6 year olds. Daily...
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Preschool center using a blend of Montessori, Reggio Emilia, High Scope, and Waldorf philosophies to guide teaching. Program focuses on developing Chinese as a second language by providing a 100%...
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Daysi’s Daycare is a safe, loving, and bilingual space where children learn, play, and grow. With over 10 years of experience, we offer a family-style environment focused on child development. We...
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Loving in-home daycare & preschool in the Marina District. We offer a warm, family-style environment with spacious indoor/outdoor play areas, a play-based curriculum, and daily walks to parks and the...
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Montessori program offering a Spanish language immersion to toddlers through elementary-aged children.. Equity and inclusion are promoted to support diversity and global awareness. Middle and high...
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In-home family daycare serving infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children in the Mission district.
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Small family care located in Richmond District. Purpose is to provide each child with a home-like setting and environment that encourages independence. Through learning-based activities and...
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Family child care home located in the Oceanview district. Children follow age-appropriate schedules and learn through a variety of play-based activities such as reading, arts & crafts and visits to...
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Montessori preschool located in the heart of the Glen Park neighborhood. Curriculum is designed to engage students' love of learning and facility has two different classrooms along with an outside...
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Home-based childcare program for toddlers and infants. Curriculum introduces learning through indoor and outdoor hands-on activities that focus on blending academics with the natural world.
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Family childcare offering care and early childhood education for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Aim is to provide an environment that meets the social, emotional, physical, and...
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At L'Academy in Potrero Hill, San Francisco, we nurture every child with compassion, curiosity, and a love of language. We offer full-time, year-round preschool and daycare for children ages 5 months...
Preschool Program
L’Academy’s preschool program nurtures whole-child development through hands-on, play-based learning inspired by Reggio Emilia and Montessori. In mixed-age classrooms, children build confidence, collaboration, and critical thinking while developing bilingual skills in Mandarin and English readiness.
Pre-K / TK Program
L’Academy’s Pre-K / TK program prepares children for kindergarten with a focus on early literacy, math, and independence. Through structured lessons and leadership opportunities, children build confidence, problem-solving skills, and readiness for the next stage of learning.
Also offers: Infant Program, Toddler Program
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FAQs About San Francisco Montessori Preschools
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What is the best age to start Montessori daycare/preschool?
- While Montessori preschools generally enroll children from 2.5 to 3 years old, capitalizing on the benefits of the Montessori philosophy during early childhood, some Montessori daycares cater to infants as well.
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What is Montessori education?
- Inspired by the principles of Dr. Maria Montessori, Montessori education focuses on individualized learning. It offers structured environments where children engage with learning materials independently, fostering their self-confidence and problem-solving abilities.
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How is Montessori different from daycare / preschool?
- Montessori focuses on kids exploring and learning with specific tools at their own speed, while regular daycare or preschool usually follows set lessons with teachers guiding the way.