The Maria Montessori School of the Golden Gate, founded by the late Dr. Ursula Thrush, is designed for children from toddler through elementary school age.
Based on Dr. Maria Montessori's philosophy, the school offers programs designed to nurture the physical, social, cognitive and emotional development of each student.
Goals of a Montessori education is to stimulate the growth of the total child; to provide a warm and accepting environment in which each child feels secure, respected and loved; to provide and enriched, stimulating environment with safe limits within which the child is an active explorer and learner; to encourage the child to become self-directed; to provide a framework of discipline through which a child can develop self-discipline and personal strength; to develop creativity and a positive self-image; and to provide a cross-cultural environment in which the foundations of global peace may be laid.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Student Body
Total Students
52 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- The Maria Montessori School of the Golden Gate, founded by the late Dr. Ursula Thrush, is designed for children from toddler through elementary school age. Based on Dr. Maria Montessori's philosophy, the school offers programs designed to nurture the physical, social, cognitive and emotional development of each student. Goals of a Montessori education is to stimulate the growth of the total child; to provide a warm and accepting environment in which each child feels secure, respected and loved; to provide and enriched, stimulating environment with safe limits within which the child is an active explorer and learner; to encourage the child to become self-directed; to provide a framework of discipline through which a child can develop self-discipline and personal strength; to develop creativity and a positive self-image; and to provide a cross-cultural environment in which the foundations of global peace may be laid.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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What schools are Maria Montessori School often compared to?
Maria Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like Mission Montessori - San Francisco by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Maria Montessori School?
The application deadline for Maria Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Maria Montessori School located?
Maria Montessori School is located in the West of Twin Peaks neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 3 other private schools located in West of Twin Peaks.
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The nearest high school to Maria Montessori School is Archbishop Riordan High School (1.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Brendan School (0.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Eureka Learning Center (1.1 miles away)
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Quick Facts
1335 Guerrero Street
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 821-0130
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 821-0130
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 80 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
New World Montessori School
Montessori School
10520 Regent St.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 838-4044
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 838-4044
342.7 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 214 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3
School Reviews
5 1/17/2023
Great little Montessori school. This is a gem of a school. The teachers are fully accredited in Montessori. Huge playground. This classroom has all the Montessori materials. Voted in the best of the best every year. The children are happy and learning. I highly recommend it!
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