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    Montessori Children's House of the West Coast

    25 Lake St, San Francisco, California CA 94118

    Tuition Read directly from this school's own published rate card as of 2026-08-11 — not confirmed by the school. The school can claim this listing and correct it anytime.Source: From the school's published rate card (unconfirmed)

    $19,370–$33,535 USD/yr

    Rating Average star rating and review count.Source: Google

    5.0 (19)
    This school
    5.0★
    San Francisco avg
    4.9★
    California avg
    4.8★
    • More reviewed than 96% of Montessori listings in San Francisco.

    About

    Montessori Children's House of the West Coast is a Montessori school located in San Francisco, California.

    Tuition & Programs

    Read directly from this school's own published rate card as of 2026-08-11 — not confirmed by the school.

    • Red Program, ages 2y10m-5$19,370–$19,370 USD/year
    • Blue Program, ages 2y10m-5$23,480–$23,480 USD/year
    • Yellow Program, ages 2y10m-4$26,270–$26,270 USD/year
    • Yellow Program with Extended Day I$28,210–$28,210 USD/year
    • Yellow Program with Extended Day II$30,630–$30,630 USD/year
    • Yellow Program with Extended Day III$31,480–$31,480 USD/year
    • Green Program, ages 4-5$28,325–$28,325 USD/year
    • Green Program with Extended Day I$30,510–$30,510 USD/year
    • Green Program with Extended Day II$32,690–$32,690 USD/year
    • Green Program with Extended Day III$33,535–$33,535 USD/year

    Is this an accredited Montessori school?

    No accreditation or membership from a recognized Montessori body (AMI, AMS, or Montessori Canada) is on file for this listing. Because "Montessori" isn't a protected trademark in the US or Canada — a 1967 USPTO ruling put the term in the public domain — any school can use the name regardless of how closely it follows the method. That doesn't mean this school isn't authentically Montessori; it means accreditation status isn't the way to check here. Ask the school directly about their teacher training (look for AMI or AMS-trained staff) and ask to observe a classroom work cycle.

    Accreditation is not the same as an operating licence. A provincial/state child care licence or private school registration only confirms a school is legally allowed to operate — it says nothing about whether the teaching method is Montessori.

    Teacher credentials matter too. Ask how many lead teachers hold AMI, AMS, or MACTE-accredited teacher training — a strong signal independent of the school's own accreditation status.

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    Reviews

    Parents consistently praise Montessori Children's House of the West Coast for its deeply experienced teaching staff (many with 25+ years tenure), authentic Montessori philosophy, and calm, focused classroom environment where children develop independence and confidence. The school is highlighted for its strong parent community, thoughtful administration, and practical support for working families including extended care and outdoor exploration.

    • Teachers with 25+ years experience each
    • Authentic Montessori philosophy and focused learning environment
    • Strong parent community and lasting friendships
    • Extended care and Friday hot lunch tradition
    • Children develop independence, confidence, and advanced social-emotional skills

    Summary generated by AI from this school's real Google reviews — not written by MontessoriCity. Report inaccurate

    5.0

    19 reviews

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