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๐Ÿ“ Ross, Marin County, CA  ยท  Raising Capable, Compassionate Humans

Ready for More Than
Just Kindergarten.
Ready for Life.

Together with families, we invest in each child's future โ€” building critical thinking, creativity, and confidence, while nurturing character, compassion, and a strong sense of purpose.

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Ages 2โ€“5 Preschool & Pre-K
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Ross, Marin County, CA Central Marin
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Play-Based & Nature-Oriented Child-Directed Curriculum
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Raising Good Humans 21st Century Skills Focus
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Small, Intimate Community Close-Knit Parent Families
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Long-Tenured Teachers Warm, Trusted, Beloved
A True Partnership

Raising Capable, Compassionate Humans โ€” Together

The most important investment you'll make isn't a college fund โ€” it's the foundation you build right now. These early years shape how your child thinks, feels, connects with others, and understands their place in the world. We take that responsibility seriously.

At The Ross Preschool, we are true partners to the families we serve. Play is always purposeful here โ€” children run a lemonade stand and learn math, negotiation, and generosity all at once. They tend the garden and discover science, patience, and pride. Joy and learning are inseparable, and you can feel it from the sidewalk before you even walk through the door.

In a rapidly changing world, what lasts isn't any single skill โ€” it's character. Curiosity. Integrity. Resilience. Empathy. We build all of it here, intentionally, every single day. And when you join TRP, your whole family joins a community of like-minded Marin families who genuinely show up for each other.

Children learning at The Ross Preschool
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"This preschool is truly one-of-a-kind. The teaching staff is the best of the best and the sense of community among the families is wonderful!!"

โ€” Erin Budlong
We're not just preparing children for kindergarten. We're working alongside you to shape who they become โ€” thoughtful, capable, compassionate humans with the purpose, character, and confidence to make a meaningful impact on the world.
The Ross Preschool  ยท  Ross, California  ยท  Imagine ยท Play ยท Learn
Children playing and learning
Creative learning
Nature exploration
Our Program

A Thoughtful Program Designed for Every Preschooler

The Ross Preschool is a progressive 501(c)3 non-profit filled with happy children engaged in playful learning. Our child-directed, play-based, and nature-oriented curriculum is designed to address the full developmental needs of every child โ€” preparing them not just for kindergarten, but for life.

๐ŸŽจ Process-Based Art
๐ŸŒฑ Nature Exploration
๐Ÿ“š Literacy Development
๐Ÿ”ฌ Science Discovery
๐Ÿค Social-Emotional Learning
๐ŸŽ“ Kindergarten Readiness
Explore Programs
A Love for Learning

And So Much More

Our talented and caring teachers design every activity with intention โ€” cultivating joy, curiosity, and the skills that last a lifetime.

Process Based Art
Process-Based Art
Gross Motor Development
Gross Motor Development
Sensory Exploration
Sensory Exploration
Kindergarten Readiness
Kindergarten Readiness
Lifelong Friendships
Lifelong Friendships
Nature Exploration
Nature Exploration
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Dramatic Play
Dramatic Play
What Families Say

You're Not Just Choosing a Preschool.
You're Joining a Community.

TRP families consistently say the parent community is one of the most unexpected and meaningful parts of their experience. Friendships that start at drop-off often last well beyond graduation.

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"This preschool is truly one-of-a-kind. Our son attended for two years and had the most wonderful experience. The teaching staff is the best of the best โ€” the emphasis on social/emotional development is very strong and the sense of community among the families is wonderful!!"

Erin Budlong
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"TRP is a place that any child and family is blessed to have in their memory book. David and the teachers communicate with parents thoughtfully and often. My child feels loved and at home at TRP โ€” he calls it his 'happy place.'"

Christie Kragel
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"We spent 3 years at the Ross Preschool and my twins loved every minute. It is all about the teachers and the warm and loving environment they create. The parenting community is a genuine strength โ€” families from across central Marin who truly support each other."

Megan R.
Purpose-Built for the World They'll Inherit

An Intentional Curriculum That Shapes Who They Become

Every activity, every project, every moment of connection is deliberate. We're building children who think critically, lead with integrity, and approach an uncertain future with creativity, resilience, and a deep sense of purpose.

What we're building together

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Critical Thinking
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Character & Integrity
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Creativity & Innovation
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Respect & Responsibility
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Collaboration & Teamwork
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Confidence & Self-Belief
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Communication
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Empathy & Kindness
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Curiosity & Inquiry
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Perseverance & Grit
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Ross Preschool community
The Most Important Investment You'll Make

Let's Shape Something Meaningful Together

The years between 2 and 5 are irreplaceable. We partner with families to make them count โ€” building purpose, character, and capability your child will carry for the rest of their life.

Questions? Reach us at info@therosspreschool.org