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Oakview Preschool

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

70 Skyview Terrace, Suite A, San Rafael, CA 94903

Visit website ↗(415) 479-6026Directions ↗Licensed for 90
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
10/4/2024
Total visits
4

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

Oakview Preschool is a play-based preschool founded in 1977, drawing on educational philosophies from Reggio-Emilia, Jean Piaget, and Maria Montessori. The school serves children ages 2 through kindergarten entry with a focus on child-led exploration and fostering confident, curious learners.

Philosophy
Each child should be met where they are in their journey. Play is the key to fostering natural born explorers and problem solvers. Childhood should be cherished and youth should be preserved. By engaging all the senses and modalities of learning, the school provides a safe environment for children to find their potential.
Ages served
2 years through entry into Kindergarten
Hours
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Outdoor
Large dynamic playground with outside time including sandbox play and bike riding

Programs

  • •Story groups
  • •Science exploration
  • •Yoga
  • •Play-based learning

Highlights

  • ✓One of the only truly play-based schools in the area
  • ✓Teachers with 10+ years of experience at the school
  • ✓All teachers have minimum 12 ECE units and are CPR and first aid certified
  • ✓Four spacious classrooms located in Marinwood near Lucas Valley Rd and Las Gallinas

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 24, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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