At Appleseed Montessori, we believe that competition in education should be introduced only after the child has gained confidence in the use of basic skills.
We believe that a child should never be allowed to risk failure until they have been given a reasonable chance of success.
Each child relates only to their previous work, and their progress is not compared to the achievement of other children or to artificial benchmarks.
When children work in pairs or groups, they learn to work together toward a common goal, drawing on each other's equally-valued contributions to achieve that goal.
Our teaching method focuses on exercises that develop the child's ability to concentrate, be self-disciplined, self-motivated, and appreciate order.
Through these exercises and the ability to both work alone and in groups, a love of exploration and learning are developed.
Our goal is to help children to become well-rounded, spontaneous and able to utilize their capabilities to the fullest through nurturing, free play, and focused learning.
Our teachers are responsible for implementing our well-developed, high-quality program.
All of our teachers have some formal teacher preparation experiences in early childhood education and Montessori training, and continue to receive professional development experiences during their employment with Appleseed.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Acceptance rate: 25%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Appleseed Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
School History
School Resources
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Student Body
Total Students
93 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
91%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 81%
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- At Appleseed Montessori, we believe that competition in education should be introduced only after the child has gained confidence in the use of basic skills.
- We believe that a child should never be allowed to risk failure until they have been given a reasonable chance of success.
- Each child relates only to their previous work, and their progress is not compared to the achievement of other children or to artificial benchmarks.
- When children work in pairs or groups, they learn to work together toward a common goal, drawing on each other's equally-valued contributions to achieve that goal.
- Our teaching method focuses on exercises that develop the child's ability to concentrate, be self-disciplined, self-motivated, and appreciate order.
- Through these exercises and the ability to both work alone and in groups, a love of exploration and learning are developed.
- Our goal is to help children to become well-rounded, spontaneous and able to utilize their capabilities to the fullest through nurturing, free play, and focused learning.
- Our teachers are responsible for implementing our well-developed, high-quality program.
- All of our teachers have some formal teacher preparation experiences in early childhood education and Montessori training, and continue to receive professional development experiences during their employment with Appleseed.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 1990) -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Appleseed Montessori School cost?
Appleseed Montessori School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Appleseed Montessori School?
The acceptance rate of Appleseed Montessori School is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 80%. Appleseed Montessori School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Appleseed Montessori School?
Appleseed Montessori School famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 1990).
What is Appleseed Montessori School's ranking?
Appleseed Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of students of color, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Appleseed Montessori School?
The application deadline for Appleseed Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Appleseed Montessori School located?
Appleseed Montessori School is located in the Sunnyvale West neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA. There are 11 other private schools located in Sunnyvale West.
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