Montessori in Motion has been joyfully educating Marin children for over 25 years. We are perched atop a beautiful hill overlooking Terra Linda, San Rafael, surrounded by nature, with weekly sightings of rabbits, birds, and families of deer. We provide the necessary tools for your child to become an independent, confident learner and maintain a heathly positive self image while exploring the magic of Montessori education.
We welcome you to visit our wesite@montessoriinmotion.com or give us a call at 415-472-5622. We would be happy to schedule tour and look forward to talking with you soon.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / Jan. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1992
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
42 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 1 / Jan. 15 / rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition is based upon on a 10 month school year. We offer before school care and after school care.
Admissions Director
Crystal Flory-Biller
Admissions Associate
Kirsten Meadows
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
and Yoga, Gymnastics, Music and Movement, WildCare Natural Science Porgram
and Yoga, Gymnastics, Music and Movement, WildCare Natural Science Porgram
School Notes
Montessori in Motion Preschool and Kindergarten provides:
- A stimulating and nuturing environment.
- A community where each child is valued as a unique individual.
- A place for your child to discover, learn, and grow.
- Structure and consistency.
- A school where love, laughter, and learning unite.
- A beautiful and spacious playground with an incredible view overlooking. lush open space surrounded by nature with an amazing vegetable and fruit garden grown by the students.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Montessori In Motion often compared to?
Montessori In Motionis often viewed alongside schools like Montessori School Of Central Marin by visitors of our site.
What sports does Montessori In Motion offer?
Montessori In Motion offers 1 interscholastic sports: Gymnastics.
When is the application deadline for Montessori In Motion?
The application deadline for Montessori In Motion is Feb. 1 / Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 / Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Montessori In Motion vs. Montessori School Of Central Marin
The nearest high school to Montessori In Motion is Irine M Hunt School Of Marin (1.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Mark Day School (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Montessori De Terra Linda (0.7 miles away)
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Location
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Grades
Students
Grades: K-8 | 386 students 0.3 miles 39 Trellis Drive
San Rafael, CA 94903
(415) 472-8000
San Rafael, CA 94903
(415) 472-8000
0.3
K-8
386
Grades: NS-6 | 160 students 0.7 miles 610 Del Ganado Road
San Rafael, CA 94903
(415) 479-7373
San Rafael, CA 94903
(415) 479-7373
0.7
NS-6
160
Irine M Hunt School Of Marin
Special Education School
Grades: K-11 | 33 students 1.4 miles 300 Sunny Hills Dr
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 457-3135
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 457-3135
1.4
K-11
33
Oak Hill School
Special Education School
Grades: 2-12 | 29 students 1.4 miles 300 Sunny Hills Dr Bldg 6
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 457-7601
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 457-7601
1.4
2-12
29
Star Academy
Special Education School
Grades: 1-12 | 59 students 1.4 miles 4470 Redwood Hwy Ste 101
San Rafael, CA 94903
(415) 456-8727
San Rafael, CA 94903
(415) 456-8727
1.4
1-12
59
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