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Good Shepherd Lutheran School

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Faith-based
Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

1180 Lynwood Drive, Novato, CA 94947

Visit website ↗(415) 897-2510Directions ↗Licensed for 122
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
4
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
4/5/2024
Total visits
3

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Good Shepherd Lutheran School serves preschool through 8th grade students in Novato, California. The school emphasizes character, excellence, and inspiration through small class sizes, personalized attention, and enrichment programs.

Philosophy
Students grow into curious learners, compassionate leaders and confident individuals. The school balances intellect with integrity, preparing students to lead with wisdom, empathy and purpose through small class sizes, skilled teachers, hands-on learning, and dynamic enrichment programs.
Ages served
Preschool through 8th grade
Religious
Lutheran

Highlights

  • ✓13:1 student-teacher ratio with aides in K-5
  • ✓8+ classes of weekly enrichment taught by specialist teachers
  • ✓14 years average teacher tenure
  • ✓49 years serving Novato

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