Both of my kids went to West Marin Montessori before entering elementary school. Our whole family…read morecould not be happier with the choice to attend WMM. The social, emotional and academic education in a fun, engaging environment was just perfect. The school used to be located in Woodacre, but recently moved onto the campus of the Lagunitas School District. The move is ideal since most of the preschool kids will go on to one of the elementary schools of the Lagunitas District and the transition will be almost seamless.

My son is finishing his last year at West Marin Montessori, and we have been so thrilled with…read moreabsolutely everything about this preschool. Both teachers are true pros: attentive, humorous, friendly, firm, creative, always brimming with positivity even on days when I so tired that I can barely speak during drop offs, and devoted to the children. They know how to bring the best out in the kids. The school is beautiful, surrounded by hills and nature, and a hiking trail is right outside that they are able to use often. My son enjoys this school so much that he always asks to stay for aftercare so he will have more time there. The community of other families we have met through the school has also been great and we've heard nothing but positive feedback about other families experiences with this preschool.

TCCP is a magical nursery school. Children are engaged in play based learning with the support of…read morewonderful teachers, parent-teachers and a highly vested preschool director. The grounds of the school and classrooms allow for whimisical play, gross motor work, social emotional learning and deep dives into a variety of topics from science to art. The garden in front is an oasis for the kids to plant and harvest. My son has had a wonderful experience building friendships and learning happily through play each day.

Twin Cities Co-op really changed our lives. For real. As non-natives here in Marin (moved from…read morePhoenix, AZ about a year ago), we initially did not know anyone or have any idea where to send our daughter (age 4 1/2) to preschool. We were incredibly fortunate to find TCCP and have never been happier. It is a school that truly cares for children. Our daughter thrives there and loves the teachers, activities (her favorites include yoga, the arts and crafts room, the big backyard with multiple playstructures and music wall and water table), and often helps out in the garden. She gets education delivered via play, and we get the sense of community and belonging and family that we were missing since moving. Teachers are wonderful. Families, kids there, parents are all wonderful. Would recommend this school to anyone and everyone. Will be sending our next two children there when they are of age.

Our family loves Redeemer. Both our kiddos attended and loved the experience. It's located in the…read moreheart of the neighborhood. It is your quintisssential neighborhood daycare/preschool. The playground is fantastic as it is shaded, clean, and interactive. Both my boys made friendships that they still have today as the elementary school is right around the corner. This is a great place to meet and foster both child and adult friends. We loved our teachers and are still in contact with them today. The center is reliable, clean, and fun. My kids wanted to go everyday.

I got to pay it forward and give Redeemer a more recent review here. Yelp randomly suggested I…read morewrite a review for Redeemer, which is sort of creepy - how do they know my kids go here. I digress. Shout out to Susan and Erin who put themselves out there and shared their experiences. Lesley too. To each's own. Anyway, our daughter LOVES this school. We can walk to it from our house so unless they were employing ex-felons, we were going to do pretty much anything we could to get our kids into this school. Kidding...sort of. Also, there are no ex-felons here; moving on. The teachers are incredible - Teacher Natalie, Danielle, Shannon, Sylvia, Schnabie, and Sydney -- y'all rock, the kids are lucky to have you and the rest of the teachers as well. Our daughter has learned so much and made amazing friends. She literally pushes me out the door when I drop her off...PEACE Dad, I'm at school now so byeeee... We have learned too; we communicate better with her because of this school. She's never been a super picky eater, but now we rarely battle getting her to eat veggies or her "growing food" as she learned at Redeemer. They encourage the kids curiosity all the time. The school is amazing, the outdoor space is fantastic and the community of parents have turned into great friends as well. There's always some turnover at any business and Redeemer isn't immune to a teacher or director leaving, but it's incredibly evident the board cares deeply about the kids and their education. We can't wait for our son to attend next!

SGCC is a delightful community of thoughtful and caring teachers and parents. Our daughter has been…read moreattending SGCC for more than 2 years and our son is starting the toddler program this fall. Our daughter experienced immense linguistic and social growth when she started at SGCC and watching her develop loving relationships with her teachers and classmates has been a joy. The teachers are constantly demonstrating that they are invested in the students by remembering thoughtful details about their lives, relating funny stories from their day, or passing along observations. The program brings in outside enrichment activities, like a music teacher and local librarian, as well as fostering a safe place for open play, exploration, art, and games. I can't keep up with the amount of art my kid brings home! Overall, our family's experience with SGCC has been stellar, and I am thrilled to have another child entering into this supportive community.

Our son has been going to SGCC for the past 2.5 years and has had a fantastic experience. The…read morepreschool has warm, supportive teachers, great activities, a bright, vibrant indoor and sweet little playground where he loves to run around play outdoors. He is always excited to go to school, and talks about how much fun he's had at the end of the day. We can't recommend this school enough - a hidden gem amidst all the preschool options here in Marin.

My daughter absolutely adores teacher Heidi and teacher Shannon. They set out a number of different…read moreenrichment activities every day, and I know that my child is in a safe and positive environment when I drop her off. Her growth and confidence in the past few months she's been there is very noticeable.

The Cottage is a very special place that our son loves. He is excited to go to school each day to…read moresee what adventures await him. The teachers curate an amazing, warm environment where the children learn, have fun, and feel safe and loved. On any given day, the kids can create art, make music, build cities, play in the playground, farm in the garden, etc. Teacher Heidi and Teacher Shannon are both amazing, patient, and very quick to adapt to a child's needs whether it's playing on the playground or sitting quietly with a book. The icing on the cake is that there are benefits for the parents as well. You get to learn valuable, in-the-moment parenting skills, join an awesome community, and be active in your kid's school day. The school encourages social events amongst the families, and we've done some fun activities with great people who are now friends.

We absolutely love Evergreen! Ms. Emma and Ms. Katie have created an incredibly supportive,…read morenurturing, and loving environment where every child truly feels seen. As parents, we've been so grateful for how thoughtfully they meet each child where they are--something I didn't fully appreciate until becoming a mom. Their patience, flexibility, and genuine care have made all the difference for our daughter, and we can't wait for our son to join her this fall. The sense of community is truly special, and it's hard to imagine a more beautiful setting than the Marin Art and Garden Center. It provides such a magical backdrop for preschool, making Evergreen an incredibly special place for children and families alike.

If I could give 6 stars, I would! Like so many Bay Area families we have no family support…read morestructure here, so choosing a preschool became as much an exercise in researching early childhood education philosophies and the quality of the staff and facilities, as finding an environment that aligned to the type of community that we wanted to foster for our family. Who would become our adopted FR-AMILY, if you will. ;) RVNS is unparalleled in this respect imo. There is a true sense of inclusiveness and belonging, of high-touch/low-pressure engagement between the teachers and staff, the children, and the amazing families who enroll. RVNS has that special something that is so hard to put words to so I encourage you to schedule a tour and experience it for yourself. Just be forewarned...if your child is anything like mine you'll have a hard time getting them to leave after that tour! :) Also worth noting that during the Covid-19 era RVNS has masterfully embraced the heightened safety guidelines without losing any of their special sauce. They've made adjustments to their programs to allow for small pods, maximum time outdoors, and implemented new mask and cleaning protocols without in any way alarming the children. The level of thought, care and communication with parents has been top-notch, and we feel safe and comforted in these uncertain times.

We LOVE this school! Our son has spent the last three years there and we feel so lucky to be part…read moreof such a wonderful community. Not only are the teachers exceptional, but so are all the other families that attend. Our son has flourished at RVNS with their play-based approach and we feel confident that RVNS has given him the foundation to thrive next year in Kindergarden.

If you're looking for a wonderful preschool I highly recommend San Anselmo Montessori School (SAMS)…read more- especially their PreK program! The moment I walked into the light-filled main classroom I knew this would be the right fit for our family. A tucked away but easy to get to campus with a picturesque view of the San Anselmo hills, this hidden gem is located in a very warm, safe, tranquil open space. My daughter has been enrolled at SAMS since June 2024, first attending their summer camp program and now as a PreK student. I cannot say enough good things about this school. The facilities, the students, parents, the curriculum and mostly, the patient, nurturing, incredible teachers. Once a week each student has their dedicated Garden Day group and they spend the first half of school outdoors learning about nature, tending to the various plants and trees in the back lush garden. They sample things they have lovingly helped grow, partake in creative projects, as well as other earth science learnings throughout the day. My daughter is in the oldest age group at SAMS and breaks out into the PreK group every afternoon. This small subset of students are taught in a converted greenhouse that is clean and organized yet has a homey, poetic feel to it. The students spend their days doing engaging activities, a mix of self directed work, lessons and artistic projects. This week they have been reviewing sight words, an introductory lesson in fractions, learning different parts of a fish and decorating gingerbread houses. A few noteworthy takeaways my daughter has shared with us is the idea that at school everyone is included (or no one is included - alone time) and exhibiting pride in personal responsibility and independence. My daughter has made strong connections and close friendships, she gets excited every morning to go to school - and has even asked to go in on a Saturday! This inclusive program I can confidently say will support your child to regulate emotions, help develop kind, considerate, thoughtful kids that will be beyond kindergarten ready when the time comes. This school has truly been such a gift to our family. We will be sending our youngest as soon as she is age eligible! https://samontessori.com

We have been at SAMS for four years now-our older child attended for three years and our younger…read morechild is now in his first year. We have been blown away by the program at SAMS. It's both a well-run organization (clear communication, policies, etc) and a loving community where children are seen for who they are and are given the love and support to thrive. The great parent community is just an added bonus! A few of the things that make SAMS special, in no particular order: - The physical space is inviting, clean, bright and organized. Children are invited to be the leaders in their space since everything is right-sized for them. Our kids feel so comfortable and empowered the second they walk in the door. - The outdoor space is incredible. Similar to the indoor environment, the outdoor space is perfect for kids, with child sized versions of real garden tools, a fantastic playground and a beautiful garden geared toward children's love of nature. - The communication from the school is excellent. We love the weekly newsletter, which often includes links to resources for us as parents. We grownups learn a lot from the team at SAMS, too! - The Montessori philosophy has been perfect for our kids. When we first started looking at preschools, we knew that we didn't want our kids to be in a space that felt too rigid/formal. SAMS honors the Montessori philosophy fully and always feels free and playful at the same time. - The pre-kindergarten program has been amazing for our older child and we are planning for our younger child to stay for this year, too. We have found this final year at SAMS to be a huge benefit for our kiddo in terms of confidence, grace and courtesy, social emotional growth, and academic growth. The third year of SAMS was extra magical for our child and set her up for major success as she entered elementary school. - THE TEAM is, of course, the very best part. The SAMS teachers are incredible-compassionate, patient, skillful, brilliant, and creative. They are inspirations and our children love them so much! Thank you, SAMS!