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Welcome to Montessori Children’s Center

We welcome children
ages 2 to 6

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Now Enrolling for 2026-2027 Academic Year Start Dates

MONTESSORI IS A FOUNDATION FOR LIFE.
Through hands-on learning, freedom to explore, and guidance tailored to each child’s needs, children develop confidence, independence, curiosity, and the ability to think for themselves. These are skills that shape not only how they learn, but who they become.

THREE HOURS OF OUTDOOR LEARNING AND PLAY.
MCC’s full-day program includes three hours outdoors, combining free play with gardening, nature education, art, music, and movement in an expansive playground and student garden.

A TRUE PARTNERSHIP WITH PARENTS.
Personalized weekly reports, photos, and developmental milestones keep families connected to their child’s progress, with practical guidance for supporting learning at home. Our partnership extends beyond the classroom, with individualized parent support and opportunities to learn from early childhood specialists.

A BUILDING BUILT FOR CHILDREN.
Our purpose-built school features child-sized doors and windows, furnishings, and bathrooms, creating an environment designed to encourage independence and exploration. Our in-classroom kitchens allow children to practice food preparation as part of their learning.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE EXPOSURE.
Spanish and French are woven into the school day through circle time, songs, games, and everyday activities, introducing children to new vocabulary and sounds.

CONVENIENCE FOR PARENTS.
We operate as a 12-month, year-round program with year-round start dates, subject to program availability. We offer half-day, short-day, and full-day schedules across four- and five-day options, with our Full Day program running from 8 AM - 5 PM.  Download our 2026-2027 academic calendar here.

Our tuition ranges from $2,080 to $3,385 per month, depending on the type and schedule of the desired program. Tuition is structured to reflect each family's schedule, and details are shared during your tour.

SUBSIDIES ACCEPTED.
Please inquire with us directly regarding subsidized tuition eligibility, including Children’s Council and ELFA.

A Trusted Montessori School Since 1976

Reopened in 2026 by former Montessori Children’s Center parents, the school carries forward its long legacy while renewing its space, programs, and care for today’s families.

What can your child gain at our school?

  • Confidence that grows from within

  • Real independence in daily life

  • The ability to focus deeply

  • Care towards others and their environment

  • Academics to thrive in elementary school

  • A strong foundation for the rest of their life

What sets us apart?

  • A classical year-round Montessori program

  • A school designed to support children, parents, and teachers

  • A dedicated building, custom-built for our school

  • A rare outdoor nature environment in San Francisco, where children spend an average of 3 hours per day

  • A location that provides ease of access to families from and outside of San Francisco

A playground area next to a modern building under a sky with a rainbow and clouds. The playground has a slide and climbing structure, surrounded by green grass and trees.
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Two children, a girl with dark hair and a boy with blond hair, are gardening together. The girl is smiling and looking at the boy, who is turned away from the camera. They are wearing gloves and working in a garden bed with flowers and soil, surrounded by plants and a wire fence.

What Families Are Saying

  • The classrooms feel calm, clean and organized. The school building is specifically built to be a preschool which is really unique in San Francisco! Kids have lots of space to explore both indoors and outdoors and everything is built with children's' needs in mind.

    — Bella M.

  • Our daughter attends this preschool, and it's genuinely one of the best decisions we've ever made. The staff loves and adores her. They lean into her strengths while thoughtfully partnering with us on areas where she's still growing, from navigating big feelings to potty training. We receive thorough weekly updates about her development, along with gentle, thoughtful guidance that has been incredibly helpful at home, too.

    — Christine S.

  • It is unlike any other preschools I've seen. The outdoor nature space, the calm aesthetic, the people, everything. There’s a strong sense of love for children, parent support, and community that foster development beyond the school.

    — Ekaterina P.

“The child is both a hope and promise for mankind.”

Dr. Maria Montessori

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The best way to understand Montessori Children’s Center is to experience it in person.

Our tours offer a chance to see the classrooms, learn about our program, and ask questions.

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