For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 private preschools serving 605 students in 94401, CA.
The top ranked private preschools in 94401, CA include Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew and Centennial Montessori School.
The average acceptance rate is 10%, which is lower than the California private preschool average acceptance rate of 82%.
Top Ranked 94401 California Private Preschools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-6 | 106 students Avg. class size: 24 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew![Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew Photo - Empowering today's learners to become tomorrow's leaders.]( "Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew Photo - Empowering today's learners to become tomorrow's leaders.")
(Episcopal)
16 Baldwin Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 274-0775
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 274-0775
Gr: PK-8 | 326 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Kinder Academy Montessori
Montessori School
300 E Santa Inez Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 340-8819
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 340-8819
Gr: K | 27 students
Muslim Children's Garden
Daycare / Preschool (Islamic)
225 Tilton Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 572-0222
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 572-0222
Gr: PK-K | 31 students
Pacific Rim International School
Montessori School
454 Peninsula Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 685-1881
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 685-1881
Gr: PK-7 | 115 students
Kids Konnect Infant Care & Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
137 N San Mateo dr
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 383-7510
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 383-7510
Gr: NS-PK | 10 students Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private preschools in 94401, CA?
The top ranked private preschools in 94401, CA include Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew and Centennial Montessori School.
How many private preschools are located in 94401?
6 private preschools are located in 94401.
How diverse are private preschools in 94401?
94401 private preschools are approximately 37% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 50%.
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