Chico Montessori Children's House

Chico Montessori Children's House in Chico, CA, enrolls 75 co–ed students in kindergarten and first grade within a nonsectarian, city–based Montessori school setting.
Founded in 1973, the school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 25:1 with a staff of three teachers.
The student body includes 34% students of color, reflecting diversity in this California early learning program.
The school is a member of the American Montessori Society (AMS), supporting adherence to Montessori educational standards.
Chico Montessori Children's House offers a local Montessori early learning option for families seeking kindergarten and first–grade education in Chico.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-1
  • Enrollment: 75 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
Year Founded
1973

Student Body

Total Students
75 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Chico Montessori Children's House is often viewed alongside schools like Notre Dame School, Chico Christian School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Chico Montessori Children's House?
The application deadline for Chico Montessori Children's House is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-1
  • Enrollment: 75 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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