For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private preschools serving 147 students in the neighborhood of Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA.
The top ranked private preschool in Central San Mateo is Centennial Montessori School.
The average acceptance rate is 10%, which is lower than the California private preschool average acceptance rate of 82%.
Top Ranked Central San Mateo Private Preschools (2025-26)
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Location
Quick Facts
Beresford Montessori - San Mateo Location![Beresford Montessori - San Mateo Location Photo]( "Beresford Montessori - San Mateo Location Photo")
Montessori School
1717 Gum St
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 571-8749
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 571-8749
Gr: PK-K | 41 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private preschools in the neighborhood of Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA?
The top ranked private preschools in the neighborhood of Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA is Centennial Montessori School.
How many private preschools are located in the neighborhood of Central San Mateo, San Mateo?
2 private preschools are located in the neighborhood of Central San Mateo, San Mateo.
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