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Maria Montessori School Of The Golden Gate

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Montessori
Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

62 Lenox Way, San Francisco, CA 94127

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
5
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
2
Last visit
7/16/2025
Total visits
7

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

Maria Montessori School of the Golden Gate is one of San Francisco's longest-standing private Montessori schools serving children ages 2–6 in the West Portal neighborhood since 1972. The school is fully accredited by the American Montessori Society (AMS) and Association Montessori Internationale (AMI), and offers multi-age, multicultural classrooms with individualized, hands-on learning.

Philosophy
Montessori approach designed to nurture the whole child: intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally through hands-on, self-directed exploration guided by certified Montessori teachers. The individualized approach builds self-discipline, creativity, critical thinking, and a genuine love of learning.
Ages served
Ages 2–6 (toddler through kindergarten)
Outdoor
Classroom and outdoor playground available

Programs

  • •Toddler program
  • •Preschool program
  • •Kindergarten program
  • •Summer school
  • •Full-day programs
  • •Extended before- and after-school care

Highlights

  • ✓Named Gold Winner for 'Best of the Best in Montessori' by Bay Area Parent magazine
  • ✓Fully accredited by AMS and AMI
  • ✓Multi-age, multicultural classrooms
  • ✓Flexible scheduling with extended care options

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