From our Mission:

MCH strives to “build a diverse parent body that reflects San Francisco's rich urban environment, and make an education accessible to all by providing needs-based tuition scholarships.”

2024-25 Programs & Tuition

Red Program: for children ages 2y 10m - 5 - 5; 8:00-11:30; $18,540/year, (10 installments of $1,854)

The Red Program is an introductory program for students new to preschool or Montessori Education. It includes the Montessori work period, morning snack, and circle time. Students in the Red Program go home just before lunchtime. Many families choose to start their child in the Red Program, and move them to the Blue or Yellow Programs when they show readiness.

Blue Program: for children ages 2y 10m - 5; 8:00-1:30; $22,470/year, (10 installments of $2,247)

The Blue Program is a transitional program for students who may prefer to have their afternoon nap at home. It includes the Montessori work period, morning snack, circle time, lunch, and outdoor play. Many families choose to start their child in the Blue Program, and move them to the Yellow or Green Programs when they show readiness.

Yellow Program for children ages 2y 10m - 4; 8:00- 3:00; $25,140/year, (10 installments of $2,514)

The Yellow Program is designed for our newest students who are ready for the full school day, or for older students who are new to Montessori Education. Upon completing the Yellow Program, students may enter the Green Program. The Yellow program includes the Montessori work period, morning snack, circle time, lunch, outdoor play, and nap.

Yellow with Extended Day I: 8:00-4:00; $26,995/year, (10 installments of $2,699.50)

Yellow with Extended Day II: 8:00-5:00; $29,310/year, (10 installments of $2,931)

Yellow with Extended Day III: 8:00-5:30; $30,125/year, (10 installments of $3,012.5)

Green Program for children ages 4 - 5; 8:00- 3:00; $27,105/year, (10 installments of $2,710.50)

The Green Program is designed for students in their second or third year of formal Montessori education. Upon completion of the Green Program, students typically head to TK, Kindergarten, or the First Grade. The Green Program includes the Montessori work period, morning snack, circle time, lunch, outdoor play, rest, and small group lessons with the Head Teacher.

Green with Extended Day I: 8:00-4:00; $29,195/year, (10 installments of $2,919.50)

Green with Extended Day II: 8:00-5:00; $31,280/year, (10 installments of $3,128)

Green with Extended Day III: 8:00-5:30; $32,090/year, (10 installments of $3,209)