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"excerpt": " St. Francis Preschool Novato 0 Skip to Content About About Us Our Staff Programs Community School Community Parent Committee Giving Parent Portal Little Free Library Contact Us Contact Open Menu Close Menu Open Menu Close Menu About About Us Our Staff Programs Community School Community Parent Committee Giving Parent Portal Little Free Library Contact Us Contact Folder: About Back About Us Our Staff Programs Folder: Community Back School Community Parent Committee Giving Parent Portal Little Free Library Contact Us Contact Where learning is a walk of discovery Est. 1967 Explore programs St. Francis Preschool is currently hosting tours for the 2026-2027 school year! In-person small group and individual tours are available. Please inquire here to schedule a tour today! St. Francis Preschool Parent Portal Access important forms, parent handbook, school calendar, and more in our parent portal. (Password protected site) *Currently enrolled families only Access Parent Portal Expert Staff At St. Francis, all our teachers meet or exceed state requirements for Early Childhood Education. Several hold Master's degrees in Early Childhood Education and/or teaching credentials. With diverse educational backgrounds and experiences, each staff member brings a unique and engaging approach to learning, making every day exciting and enriching for our students. Teach to the Individual Each classroom at St. Francis offers a nurturing, holistic early education experience designed to support the whole child. Our dedicated and compassionate staff tailor their approach to meet each child’s unique developmental needs, socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively, ensuring that every child feels seen, supported, and empowered to thrive. Play-based Learning We offer some of the lowest student-to-teacher ratios in the area, ensuring each child receives the individual attention they need to thrive. Our play-based programs inspire a love of learning through curiosity, exploration, experimentation, and play. In a safe, secure, and supportive environment, children build friendships, gain confidence, and have fun every day. One of Marin’s leading preschools St. Francis Preschool provides a nurturing early childhood education experience for young children. Our caring and committed staff members teach to the individual child, supporting their unique developmental needs - socially, emotionally, physically and cognitively. St. Francis teachers all meet or exceed Early Childhood Education requirements and many have Master’s degrees with many years of experience teaching. Our teacher to student ratios are some of the lowest in the area. A legacy of excellence Nestled among tall pine and oak trees, St. Francis Preschool has been serving families in the Northern Bay Area since 1967, providing a nurturing and stable environment for young children. For over half a century, we have been a top choice for Novato and Marin parents looking for a preschool community. Today, we are proud that each year we welcome a 2nd generation of St. Francis families: the children of alumni. Our philosophy At St. Francis, our program is dedicated to nurturing children’s social-emotional growth and developing their social competence. Our goal is to foster confident, curious learners by providing opportunities for children to express themselves appropriately, practice kindness and respect, and build meaningful friendships. We support this growth through a play-based curriculum that encourages creativity and problem-solving. Our thoughtfully designed environments promote cooperative play, and our child-centered activities are tailored to engage young minds. Through consistent modeling of positive interactions, we help children learn to navigate social situations with empathy and confidence. Programs for 2 to TK Explore programs Hear from our families “St. Francis has an enchanting campus where children can learn through play. Their grounds are filled with opportunities for exploration, imagination and cooperation.” Classroom A parent “My daughter is attending the same preschool that I went to, which is such a special experience. It speaks to the stewardship and dedication of the St. Francis team.” Classroom A-D parent “My son loves the TK program at St. Francis. Mrs. Vorhies is truly a gem and deeply cares for and understands each individual student. The curriculum and commitment to personal attention has exceeded my expectations.” Classroom E/TK parent Meet the Team Jesse Parish DIRECTOR Read Bio Melanie Young ACTING DIRECTOR, ENROLLMENT & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Read Bio Shoshannah Vorhies LEAD TEACHER TK Read Bio Cookie Carville LEAD TEACHER CLASSROOM D Read Bio Rosa Mendez LEAD TEACHER CLASSROOM C Read Bio Beth Mason LEAD TEACHER CLASSROOM B Read Bio Cathy Rapoport LEAD TEACHER AFTERCARE, FRONT OFFICE SECRETARY Read Bio Corlett Osbourne TEACHER CLASSROOM C Read Bio Caroline Smith TEACHER CLASSROOM B Read Bio Zoë Vorhies TEACHER Read Bio Christine Reyes TEACHER C",
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