Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Meher Montessori School
About the School
- Founded in 1972 by Executive Director John Page, Meher Montessori School is an AMI accredited Montessori school serving children from 2 1/2-12 years of age.
- A Meher Montessori education fosters independent, free thinking children.
- A Meher Montessori environment greatly encourages self-discipline, self-confidence and high academic standards while developing inner discipline and a sense of responsibility.
- Freedom of speech, freedom of movement and freedom of association is a normal part of Meher Montessori school life.
- Your child will want to do what is right because it feels good, not because they are fearful of the results of doing wrong.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1972
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
67%
State avg.: 52%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Adela Munoz
School Notes
- Founded in 1972 by Executive Director John Page, Meher Montessori School is an AMI accredited Montessori school serving children from 2 1/2-12 years of age. A Meher Montessori education fosters independent, free thinking children. A Meher Montessori environment greatly encourages self-discipline, self-confidence and high academic standards while developing inner discipline and a sense of responsibility. Freedom of speech, freedom of movement and freedom of association is a normal part of Meher Montessori school life. Your child will want to do what is right because it feels good, not because they are fearful of the results of doing wrong.
- Meher Montessori also has a location in Monterey Park - Meher Montessori Monterey Park.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Meher Montessori School?
The application deadline for Meher Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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