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Guidepost Montessori At San Rafael

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

11 Professional Center Parkway, San Rafael, CA 94903

Visit website ↗(628) 277-1616Directions ↗Licensed for 73
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
6/10/2025
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 2026-05-04). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Guidepost Montessori at San Rafael is a Montessori school serving families throughout Marin County with programs for infants through kindergarten. The school emphasizes personalized education designed to help children develop knowledge, skills, and confidence for independent, flourishing lives.

Philosophy
At Guidepost, we join with parents on their mission to help their child grow and live well. Together, we design an education to empower each child to build the knowledge, skills, and confidence she needs to craft an independent, flourishing life. Community is the foundation of success—a puzzle completed by educators and families, each playing a vital role in fostering a respectful environment where every voice is heard and celebrated.
Ages served
6 weeks to 6 years (Nido: 6 weeks to 18 months; Toddler: 18 months to 3 years; Children's House: 3 to 6 years)
Hours
Monday-Friday: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Programs

  • •Nido (6 weeks to 18 months)
  • •Toddler (18 months to 3 years)
  • •Children's House (3 to 6 years) with Kindergarten capstone year

Highlights

  • ✓Students regularly learn to read by age 4
  • ✓Advanced math curriculum with students performing all four operations with 4-digit numbers by end of Kindergarten year
  • ✓Year-round, extended-day programming
  • ✓Daily photo and video updates with regular milestone meetings

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Teacher-student ratio, Meals and snacks, Outdoor play facilities and activities, Classroom size. Ask the preschool directly.

Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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