Saint Raphael Preschool is accepting enrollment applications!
Mission Statement
Saint Raphael Preschool, guided by Dominican values, partners with parents to support the holistic development of young children—spiritually, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. In a safe, nurturing, faith-based environment, the preschool fosters children’s awareness of God’s love and prepares them to become well-rounded, responsible citizens.
Philosophy
At Saint Raphael Preschool, we believe in nurturing the whole child in a safe, loving, and engaging environment that encourages exploration, creativity, and growth. Each child is valued as a unique individual, and learning is fostered through play-based, developmentally appropriate experiences. Our dedicated educators promote a strong sense of community rooted in mutual respect and trust, while helping children build confidence, moral character, problem-solving skills, academic readiness, and a lifelong love of learning.
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Extracurricular &
Enrichment Activities:
Weekly Music Class with Mr. O!
Mr. Orjuela (“Mr. O”) leads music with his guitar, inspiring children to sing, dance, and play. Through traditional and religious songs, he builds joy, community, social-emotional skills, and even early math concepts like rhythm and beat. Music time with Mr. O is a favorite for all the children!
Bi-weekly Karate Class with Coach Derek!
Coach Derek, a Marin County native with over 25 years of martial arts experience and a fourth-degree black belt, has been teaching in San Rafael since 2000. With his expertise and humor, he introduces children to basic martial arts while building their confidence, self-esteem, and motor skills. The kids love their weekly classes with him!
Stapleton School of Performing Arts Monthly Dance Classes
We are excited to welcome Stapleton School of the Performing Arts to Saint Raphael Preschool each month for fun and engaging dance classes! As Marin County's hub for inclusive dance and theatre education, their program encourages creativity, movement, and self-expression. Our children especially love the interactive dance exercises and imaginative dance storytelling that make every class exciting and memorable!
Kimochis: Social-Emotional Development Tool
Can you say Ki-mo-chis? This is how to say "feelings" in Japanese!
At Saint Raphael Preschool, children learn about their feelings every day using the Kimochis curriculum. They discover how to identify emotions, express them appropriately, and develop social-emotional, language, cognitive, and creative skills—all in a nurturing and supportive environment.
HEAL Program!
Saint Raphael Preschool participates in the HEAL (Healthy Eating, Active Living) Program, teaching children daily about nutrition, exercise, and healthy choices. Our dedication to child wellness earned us the Growing Strong Award, and we also offer free HEAL classes and workshops for families.
Saint Raphael Preschool’s Summer Exploration Program!
This fun experience reflects our vision of being a meaningful continuation of the school year. It engages the children in learning and exploration beyond the classroom, along with more enrichment activities like art and music, to encompass your child's own interests. Summer Exploration helps them build on what they’ve learned and stay connected with their classmates while providing a solid bridge into their next chapter.
Please contact our Director to schedule a tour and to learn more about our Preschool.
Phone:
(415) 456-1702
Email: preschool@straphaelschool.com
(Se Habla Español)
We are located at 1100 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, and are part of Saint Raphael Elementary School.