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Willow Tree School

137 Payran Street Petaluma, CA 94952
Tel: (707) 763-2546

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 22 students
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • The Willow Tree Montessori program combines the highest quality preschool care with a developmentally appropriate, educational curriculum based on the Montessori theory.
  • We hold as a priority, the development of children's confidence through planned, success-oriented learning experiences and activities.
  • We believe parents are our partners in the education and discipline of the child and therefore recognize the importance of communication between school and parents.
  • It is our goal to offer a safe, reliable environment which will help children to develop a good attitude toward learning.
  • Children are keen observers and learn from watching others then trying to do the same.
  • Our school provides a warm, nurturing environment that allows children to explore a variety of activities and hands-on materials that are structured to meet their needs.
  • Keeping in mind that children develop at different rates, we also offer learning experiences at a variety of levels, so that children can feel successful and confident.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 22 students
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

School Type
Montessori School
Religious Affiliation
Nonsectarian
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
School Motto
A Small School with a Big Heart

Student Body

Total Students
22 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
22 students

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition is based number of hours/day and number of days/week attending. Contact our school for tuition rates.
% on Financial Aid
5%
Admissions Director
Cherie Still
Admissions Associate
Tanya Parish

School Notes

  • Willow Tree School is a Montessori based preschool that provides children with a safe, nurturing environment and the ability to build a strong educational foundation. Through the guidance of trained teachers and a carefully prepared environment, we cultivate life skills, communication and self-confidence by our daily activities. At Willow Tree School, children are seen as individuals. Their individual learning styles are carefully integrated into our lesson planning and activities are structured to allow each child success. A variety of activities allows children to explore and make choices based on their developmental stages and personal interest. Willow Tree School is a place where your child can discover his or her natural desire to learn and experience the excitement that comes with being an active participant in the learning process. A child that is internally motivated by curiosity will carry with them the ability to continue learning through his entire life.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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What schools are Willow Tree School often compared to?
Willow Tree School is often viewed alongside schools like The Spring Hill School by visitors of our site.
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