Montessori School of Central Marin

Bilingual English and Spanish for ages 2-6.
School day, full day, and summer. AMS affiliate since 1974.

VotedBest of Marin 2026
AMSAMS affiliate
52+
YearsYears in San Rafael

VotedBest of Marin 2026
AMSAMS affiliate
52+
YearsYears in San Rafael

Welcome

We are a year-round bilingual preschool, following the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori and an affiliate of the American Montessori Society. Children learn in both English and Spanish with a diverse Montessori curriculum that includes sensorial, practical life, cultural studies, mathematics and language.

About our school

A teacher guides a child through a tray activity

Programs

School day, full day, partial week, or summer. Same curriculum in every schedule.

All programs

9:00 am - 2:45 pm
School Day
Morning work period, lunch, then nap or afternoon circle and work.
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7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Day Care
Full-day care around the same Montessori school day.
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3, 4, or 5 days per week
Partial Week
Any combination of days, kept the same each week.
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June - August
Summer School
A relaxed single-subject theme on a three-year rotation.
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Curriculum

Children practice math, reading, and writing through practical life skills. The program also offers music, yoga, cooking, gardening, art, athletics, take-home reading, and field trips. Some happen during the school day, while others are available by sign-up.

All curriculum

Montessori School of Central Marin

Welcome

Programs

School Day

Day Care

Partial Week

Summer School

Curriculum