For the 2025 school year, there are 31 private preschools belonging to Association Montessori International (AMI) serving 3,316 students in California. You can also find more schools membership associations in California.
The top ranked private preschools belonging to Association Montessori International (AMI) in California include Centennial Montessori School, Leport Montessori Irvine Westpark, and Leport Schools - Huntington Beach.
The average acceptance rate is 36%, which is lower than the California private preschool average acceptance rate of 82%.
Top Ranked Private Preschools Belonging to Association Montessori International (AMI) in California (2025)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Oak Knoll Montessori School![Oak Knoll Montessori School Photo - Adolescent students guide elementary students in preparing hot lunch.]( "Oak Knoll Montessori School Photo - Adolescent students guide elementary students in preparing hot lunch.")
Montessori School
1200 N Lake Ave
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 345-9929
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 345-9929
Grades: NS-8
| 112 students
Centennial Montessori School![Centennial Montessori School Photo - A natural play yard for our 3 to 6 year olds provides a multi sensory and creative experience. The children use the space to garden, dance, jump, play games, run, twirl, build, dig and create masterpieces in our art area, mud kitchen, and music area.]( "Centennial Montessori School Photo - A natural play yard for our 3 to 6 year olds provides a multi sensory and creative experience. The children use the space to garden, dance, jump, play games, run, twirl, build, dig and create masterpieces in our art area, mud kitchen, and music area.")
Montessori School
27 10th Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 340-1230
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 340-1230
Grades: PK-6
| 106 students
Leport Montessori Irvine Westpark![Leport Montessori Irvine Westpark Photo - Happy Montessori preschool student]( "Leport Montessori Irvine Westpark Photo - Happy Montessori preschool student")
Montessori School
1055 San Marino
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 833-8474
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 833-8474
Grades: K
| 5 students
Leport Schools - Huntington Beach
Montessori School
16081 Waikiki Ln
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
(714) 377-6035
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
(714) 377-6035
Grades: PK-6
| 274 students
Marin Montessori School![Marin Montessori School Photo - Elementary Work!]( "Marin Montessori School Photo - Elementary Work!")
Montessori School
5200 Paradise Drive
Corte Madera, CA 94925
(415) 924-5388
Corte Madera, CA 94925
(415) 924-5388
Grades: PK-8
| 295 students
Meher Montessori School![Meher Montessori School Photo - Meher Montessori Schools, longest standing AMI accredited Montessori Schools in the Los Angeles County. Serving our community since 1972. We spark motivation, interest, desire and energy to create enthusiastic learners. We serve children ages 2 1/2 - 14]( "Meher Montessori School Photo - Meher Montessori Schools, longest standing AMI accredited Montessori Schools in the Los Angeles County. Serving our community since 1972. We spark motivation, interest, desire and energy to create enthusiastic learners. We serve children ages 2 1/2 - 14")
Montessori School
2009 S Garfield Ave
Monterey Park, CA 91754
(323) 724-0683
Monterey Park, CA 91754
(323) 724-0683
Grades: NS-6
| 122 students
Mission Valley Montessori
Montessori School
39600 Mission Blvd
Fremont, CA 94539
(510) 793-2327
Fremont, CA 94539
(510) 793-2327
Grades: PK-K
| 153 students
Montessori Academy-Glendale
Montessori School
1920 W Glenoaks Blvd
Glendale, CA 91201
(818) 841-9096
Glendale, CA 91201
(818) 841-9096
Grades: PK-K
| 95 students
Belltower Montessori Academy
Montessori School
1187 Magnolia Ave
Corona, CA 92879
(949) 426-1493
Corona, CA 92879
(949) 426-1493
Grades: PK-K
| 154 students
Bergamo Montessori School
Montessori School
8200 Pocket Rd
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 399-1900
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 399-1900
Grades: PK-6
| 145 students
Cottonwood Montessori
Montessori School
4302 Pedley Rd
Riverside, CA 92509
(951) 323-9578
Riverside, CA 92509
(951) 323-9578
Grades: PK-K
| 60 students
Day Star Montessori School
Montessori School
215 Dempsey Rd
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 263-1618
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 263-1618
Grades: NS-K
| 150 students
Discovery Montessori Preschool Kindergarten
Montessori School
2451 E Garvey Ave N
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 339-6311
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 339-6311
Grades: PK-K
| 65 students
International Montessori Academy
All-girls | Montessori School
355 W Green St
Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 792-4505
Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 792-4505
Grades: K
| 64 students
6540 Flanders Dr
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 550-0097
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 550-0097
Grades: PK-4
| 125 students
Leport Montessori Irvine Mandarin
Montessori School
3935 Alton Pkwy
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 525-9998
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 525-9998
Grades: K
| 12 students
Media Center Montessori Preschool/kindergarten
Montessori School
3711 W Clark Avenue
Burbank, CA 91505
(818) 558-3602
Burbank, CA 91505
(818) 558-3602
Grades: K
| 5 students
846 N Orange Ave
La Puente, CA 91744
(626) 917-3638
La Puente, CA 91744
(626) 917-3638
Grades: PK-K
| 85 students
6201 E. Willow
Long Beach, CA 98015
(562) 377-3450
Long Beach, CA 98015
(562) 377-3450
Grades: NS-1
| 26 students
Montessori Academy Of West Covina
Montessori School
1030 E Merced Ave
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 917-0767
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 917-0767
Grades: PK-K
| 56 students
610 Del Ganado Road
San Rafael, CA 94903
(415) 479-7373
San Rafael, CA 94903
(415) 479-7373
Grades: NS-6
| 149 students
Montessori School At Five Canyons
Montessori School
22781 Canyon Ct
Castro Valley, CA 94552
(510) 581-3729
Castro Valley, CA 94552
(510) 581-3729
Grades: K
| 6 students
Montessori School Of Fremont
Montessori School
155 Washington Blvd
Fremont, CA 94539
(510) 490-1993
Fremont, CA 94539
(510) 490-1993
Grades: PK-6
| 221 students
Nature's Way Montessori
Montessori School
3051 Browns Valley Rd
Napa, CA 94558
(707) 226-5437
Napa, CA 94558
(707) 226-5437
Grades: PK-K
| 51 students
Pacific Rim Int'l School
Montessori School
5521 Doyle St
Emeryville, CA 94608
(650) 685-1881
Emeryville, CA 94608
(650) 685-1881
Grades: PK-10
| 57 students
Pacific Rim International School
Montessori School
454 Peninsula Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 685-1881
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 685-1881
Grades: PK-7
| 115 students
Peninsula Montessori School
Montessori School
31100 Hawthorne Blvd
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
(310) 544-3099
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
(310) 544-3099
Grades: PK-6
| 262 students
Phase3 Lab School
Montessori School
1 E Olive Ave
Redlands, CA 92373
(833) 474-2733
Redlands, CA 92373
(833) 474-2733
Grades: PK-5
| 39 students
22280 Devonshire Street
Chatsworth, CA 91311
(818) 709-9854
Chatsworth, CA 91311
(818) 709-9854
Grades: PK-7
| 117 students
Scripps Montessori School
Montessori School
9939 Old Grove Road
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 566-3632
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 566-3632
Grades: PK-6
| 118 students
7421 Mirano Dr
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 845-6555
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 845-6555
Grades: NS-6
| 72 students
Recent Articles
Is It Easier to Land a Private School Job When You're Already Employed?
Is it easier to land a private school job when you're already employed? This article breaks down employer biases, networking advantages, and negotiation leverage—plus the latest hiring trends in independent schools. If you’re considering a move, here’s how to maximize your position.
3 Tips for an Effective Private School Job Search
Get hired at a top private school! Learn how to boost your marketability, explore teaching overseas, and match your qualifications to the job. Stand out from the crowd and land your dream teaching job with these expert tips.
Podcasts That Will Change the Way You Think About Education
This article highlights a curated selection of podcasts that offer thought-provoking discussions, expert insights, and innovative ideas on various aspects of education. From exploring new teaching methods and technologies to discussing policy changes and social issues, these podcasts provide a wealth of knowledge and inspiration for anyone interested in education. Each podcast is briefly described, highlighting its unique focus and tone.
