Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Begininings Inc.
About the School
- Our four-day a week program offers instruction in the traditional academic subjects with an innovative, child centered approach.
- Low student-teacher ratios and a strong and caring community of staff and parents ensure that each child will achieve success.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
Campus Size
85 acres
Student Body
Total Students
83 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 52%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
42:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: support and encourage community services
- Our four-day a week program offers instruction in the traditional academic subjects with an innovative, child centered approach. Low student-teacher ratios and a strong and caring community of staff and parents ensure that each child will achieve success.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Delaney Holland, University of Southern California -
- River Speas, UC Santa Barbara -
- Kylie Dwyer, Cal Poly Humboldt -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Begininings Inc. often compared to?
Begininings Inc. is often viewed alongside schools like New Life Christian School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Begininings Inc.?
Begininings Inc. famous alumni include: Delaney Holland, University of Southern California, River Speas, UC Santa Barbara and Kylie Dwyer, Cal Poly Humboldt.
When is the application deadline for Begininings Inc.?
The application deadline for Begininings Inc. is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Popular comparisons: Begininings Inc. vs. New Life Christian School
The nearest high school and preschool to Begininings Inc. is New Life Christian School (35.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Salmon Creek Community School (8.0 miles away)
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(707) 943-1500
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Gr: 3-8 | 9 students
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Distance: 48.5 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 17 students
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(707) 445-2214
Distance: 49.3 mi
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