Best Montessori Preschools in San Rafael, CA
Child Care program offered in a home facility with indoor and outdoor learning and recreational spaces. The program emphasizes teaching children primary skills necessary for kindergarten and beyond....
Preschool Care
Fine motor development Music and Dance with instruments Gross Motor Activities Social and Emotional learning Cognitive Development Daily Routine and Responsibility Math Readiness and Literacy skills
Daycare Program
Motor Skill Development: Story-time and Music with Movement and instruments Social Interaction Outdoor play for all ages filled with playhouses, cozy coupe cars, climbers and slides
Also offers: Toddler Care
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Give your child an excellent start at Guidepost Montessori at San Rafael. Our accredited programs for Infant, Toddler, Preschool and Kindergarten age children offer a safe, inspiring space to learn,...
Children's House Preschool
Our Children’s House preschool and pre-K program lays a strong foundation for academic and social success by honoring each child’s natural drive to learn. In this mixed-age Montessori environment, children explore subjects like math, language, science, and geography through hands-on materials and individualized lessons. The daily routine also includes real-world activities—such as preparing snacks or watering plants - that build independence, confidence, and a sense of purpose. As they grow at their own pace, children develop critical thinking, leadership, empathy, and the skills they need to thrive in kindergarten and beyond. Full-Time tuition listed. Part-time and flexible scheduling options are also available. Contact this location for more details.
Toddler
Our mixed-age Toddler program nurtures your child’s natural curiosity and growing independence. In a carefully prepared Montessori environment, toddlers engage in hands-on activities that build confidence, coordination, and a sense of belonging. Each day includes joyful movement, music, storytelling, and purposeful work—from watering plants to brushing their hair—that helps children develop practical life skills and contribute meaningfully to their classroom community. Along the way, they form friendships, strengthen communication, and learn to navigate the world with confidence. Full-Time tuition listed. Part-time and flexible scheduling options are also available. Contact this location for more details.
Also offers: Children's House Kindergarten, Nido
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Play-based, Montessori-RIE inspired Family Child Care Home. It’s a mixed age program focused on emocional literacy, anti-bias and child-centered curriculum. Children are encouraged to develop...
Montessori Preschool Program
Infant Care Program
Also offers: Toddler Care Program
Speaks Spanish
Montessori in Motion has been joyfully educating Marin children since 1992. We are perched atop a beautiful hill overlooking Terra Linda surrounded by nature, with weekly sightings of rabbits, birds...
Speaks Spanish
Home-based childcare program focused on the cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development of each child. Program incorporates a variety of educational theories and encourages children to...
Speaks Spanish
Montessori preschool program for toddlers. Program focuses on developing intellectual, social, physical, and emotional skills through principles of Montessori education.
Speaks Spanish
Children improve and develop through a multi-disciplinary approach to learning focusing on play, building confidence through independent action, and sensory exploration. Students experience lessons...
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Teaching philosophy seeks to connect children to each other and the natural world, supporting social development, confidence, and healthy learning habits. Age-appropriate learning takes the form of...
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Provides Montessori education for all ages. Infants and toddlers are guided through developmental stages through sensory exercises, exercising motor skills, and perception activities. Older children...
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FAQs About San Rafael Montessori Preschools
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What is the best age to start Montessori daycare/preschool?
- Starting around 2.5 to 3 years old, children can join Montessori preschools to experience the Montessori method in their crucial growth years. On the other hand, Montessori daycares often open their doors to infants.
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What is Montessori education?
- Montessori education, inspired by Dr. Maria Montessori's observations of children, emphasizes nurturing a child's natural desire to learn. Through hands-on experiences and self-directed activities, children are encouraged to become active seekers of knowledge.
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How is Montessori different from daycare / preschool?
- Montessori centers on self-directed learning with special materials, in contrast to regular daycare or preschool where teachers often guide set lessons and activities.