Discover our magical world where children have the freedom to play, learn, explore and gleefully enjoy childhood.

Our play-based approach to early childhood education emphasizes social and emotional development, dramatic play, creative expression, intellectual development, group relationships, and growth of physical abilities. Under the trained guidance of our exceptional teachers, children have the opportunity to learn, grow, and explore at their own pace.

We would love to get to know you and your child. To request an enrollment application and schedule a school tour of our play based preschool, please call 415.461.5150. You can also download the application online. Children must be two years and eight months by September 1st in the year of entry in order to start at Ross Valley Nursery School’s preschool program.

 

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Introducing Your Child to the Concept of Print

One question that parents of preschoolers often ask is, “How can I help my child to be “reading ready”? In a previous newsletter, we explored the connection between rhyming and learning to read. Rhyming is a fun way to develop phonemic awareness (awareness of the sounds that make up language). Being able to manipulate these sounds is an important pre-reading skill that can be fostered both in and out of the classroom.

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Ideas for Getting Your Kids into Nature

Introducing your child to fun outdoor activities can be as easy as simply taking a walk, or slightly more involved by planting a garden. Read along as we explore this fun way to get your child outside and learning through play.

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Our Philosophy

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Our school takes a play-based approach to early childhood education, emphasizing social and emotional development, creative expression, group relationships, intellectual development and growth of physical abilities.

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Our Teachers

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Bringing years of experience to the classroom, our teachers foster a nurturing environment created expressly for young children. Under their trained and thoughtful guidance, children learn, grow, and explore at their own pace.

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Our Programs

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Located in Marin County, we offer preschool and pre-kindergarten classes for three-, four-, and five-year-olds. Our classes are designed to meet the growing needs of each specific age group as well as each child’s individual needs.

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