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San Francisco Montessori Schools | Mission Montessori Campus

Our San Francisco Montessori School Information

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Hours of Operation

Monday through Friday

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Now Enrolling for 2026-2027 School Year!

Our Mission is Montessori

At Mission Montessori, we provide a Montessori experience that enhances children’s minds, social skills and confidence. We believe in the power and potential of every child, and it is our mission to ensure that they thrive. When children understand how to learn, they become independent and empowered.

Ages Served

12 weeks to 6 years (Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Kindergarten, and Spanish Bilingual programs)

Enrollment Options

Full-time and part-time enrollment available

Potty Training Required

No potty training required for our Infant and Toddler programs. Potty training is required for our Preschool and Kindergarten programs.

Curriculum

Our curriculum follows the authentic Montessori method, offering children the chance to learn through meaningful, hands-on experiences across language arts, mathematics, science, culture, and practical life. In our preschool and kindergarten classrooms, children build strong academic foundations while strengthening independence, creativity, social development, emotional well-being, and a lifelong love of learning.

When Should I Enroll

Enrollment is open year-round, and we are always happy to help you find the right start date for your little one. As one of the most sought-after San Francisco Montessori schools, spaces fill quickly, so we encourage families to reach out early to reserve a place.

How Do I Start

Schedule a tour of Mission Montessori San Francisco. Meet our caring Montessori guides, explore our beautiful classrooms, and discover how our school community partners with families to nurture each child's potential.

What Makes Mission Montessori San Francisco Different?

Choosing the right Montessori school for your little one is one of the most meaningful decisions a parent makes, and it's natural to wonder: "Will my child feel safe here?" "Will they feel loved, confident, and excited to learn?" At Mission Montessori, the answer is always a heartfelt yes. Families joining our San Francisco Montessori school discover an authentic Montessori environment shaped by gentle guidance, deep respect, and a community that celebrates every child's potential. As Dr. Maria Montessori taught, when children are surrounded by beauty, order, and trust, they begin to thrive, emotionally, academically, and socially.

What Sets Our Mission Montessori San Francisco Experience Apart

  • Authentic Montessori education is guided by certified Montessori guides who observe, support, and nurture each child's developmental journey.
  • Prepared learning environments that promote independence, creativity, movement, emotional well-being, and joyful hands-on exploration.
  • Mixed-age classrooms where younger students learn naturally from older peers, and older children grow as leaders, strengthening social development, confidence, and communication.
  • Individualized learning across language arts, math, sensorial learning, practical life, science, and culture, allowing each child to progress at their own pace.
  • A whole-child approach that nurtures emotional growth, social skills, peaceful communication, empathy, and the intrinsic joy of learning.

At Mission Montessori, the Montessori method feels warm, personal, and deeply child-centered. It is a place where your child will feel seen, known, and loved.

Our Montessori Programs in San Francisco

Our San Francisco Montessori school offers programs for children ages 12 weeks to 6 years. Every classroom is a warm, intentional space designed to help children flourish academically, emotionally, and socially.

Our Montessori infant program offers your baby a peaceful, loving beginning where gentle routines, responsive guides, and a thoughtfully prepared environment nurture early trust, independence, and the foundations of lifelong learning.

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In our Montessori toddler program, your little one will explore in a beautifully prepared space that supports language skills, confidence, independence, and joyful discovery during these extraordinary early years.

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Our Montessori preschool and kindergarten program gives children ages 3-6 the freedom, guidance, and rich academic curriculum they need to grow in confidence, deepen concentration, and build the foundational skills that will prepare them for elementary school and the wider world.

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Our Spanish Language program immerses children in authentic bilingual experiences that strengthen communication, cultural awareness, and early cognitive development.

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Our Part-Time Preschool Program offers families a flexible option that still provides children with the benefits of a warm Montessori environment, individualized learning, and steady social-emotional growth.

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Our Montessori Programs in San Francisco

Our San Francisco Montessori school offers programs for children ages 12 weeks to 6 years. Every classroom is a warm, intentional space designed to help children flourish academically, emotionally, and socially.

Our Montessori infant program offers your baby a peaceful, loving beginning where gentle routines, responsive guides, and a thoughtfully prepared environment nurture early trust, independence, and the foundations of lifelong learning.

Learn more

In our Montessori toddler program, your little one will explore in a beautifully prepared space that supports language skills, confidence, independence, and joyful discovery during these extraordinary early years.


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Our Montessori preschool and kindergarten program gives children ages 3-6 the freedom, guidance, and rich academic curriculum they need to grow in confidence, deepen concentration, and build the foundational skills that will prepare them for elementary school and the wider world.


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Our Spanish Language program immerses children in authentic bilingual experiences that strengthen communication, cultural awareness, and early cognitive development.

Learn more

Our Part-Time Preschool Program offers families a flexible option that still provides children with the benefits of a warm Montessori environment, individualized learning, and steady social-emotional growth.

Learn more

Parent Reviews

Ibrahima B.

January 21, 2025

9/10

We love ❤️ this place for our daughter Sira

Nicole V.

April 18, 2024

10/10

Amazing teachers and staff, authentic Montessori education, great communication from administration, clean and large facility, central location. Our children have been very well cared for over several years l and have learned so much.

Jazmin C.

October 30, 2023

10/10

The teachers are very Loving and caring.

Patricia C.

August 12, 2025

10/10

I appreciate the most is the communication that the teachers have with us and all the care that they give to the little ones

Heather B.

September 16, 2025

10/10

Very clean, organized and professional. My daughter has the very best at this school without a doubt. I love the structure. It’s design makes my daughter yearn to learn more and more each day. She is so proud of her accomplishments at her new school even though she’s only been there a few days. I already am noticing a difference at home and in her behavior in general. As a single mother this has already helped me immensely. I am excited to see her growth this year. We couldn’t have found a better school.

Ivy B.

September 18, 2025

10/10

I love the infant teacher’s kindness, attentiveness and just the way they take care of all the children.

namiko m.

December 16, 2025

10/10

I love how caring and supportive the teachers and staff are. Everyone has been so welcoming and I feel that I have found my new support system and community here at Mission Montessori.

Kristina S.

January 21, 2026

10/10

The kind teachers whose only concern is the building themselves up and learning through play all while making new friends and learning life skills.

A Private Montessori School Serving San Francisco

Mission Montessori proudly supports families across the city, from the Mission District and Nob Hill to Pacific Heights, Fillmore, and beyond. As part of the community of San Francisco Montessori schools, our mission is to nurture every child's potential through warmth, respect, and deeply meaningful learning experiences. We invite you to take a tour of our school and discover how our Montessori method can support your child's confidence, independence, emotional growth, and joy.

Frequently Asked Questions About Our San Francisco Montessori School

How does Dr. Maria Montessori's philosophy guide learning at your school?

The Montessori method, grounded in Dr. Maria Montessori's research and knowledge, supports all children by allowing them to learn through hands-on exploration at their own pace. This early childhood education practice has consistently been shown to strengthen attention, confidence, and long-term academic success according to research by AMI & AMS. Our entire staff is committed to nurturing each child's potential with calm guidance and respect, helping kids feel safe, curious and motivated every single day.

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