The goals of Diablo Valley Montessori School are to offer the community the educational alternative of the highest standard of Montessori education and childcare; build for each child a strong foundation of practical and academic skills; strengthen each child's self-confidence and courage to be creative by offering freedom of self-expression in a prepared environment; help each child to realize his or her full potential as a responsible world citizen; and promote the continued development and training of staff.
The role of the Montessori teacher is to aid children in their natural development and to support them in developing his or her full potential.
This is achieved by carefully observing each child in order to assess and meet their individual needs.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Average class size: 21 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1965
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
201 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
21 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 31 / rolling
Tuition Notes
Ranges from $9,250 to $26,400
Application URL
School Notes
- The goals of Diablo Valley Montessori School are to offer the community the educational alternative of the highest standard of Montessori education and childcare; build for each child a strong foundation of practical and academic skills; strengthen each child's self-confidence and courage to be creative by offering freedom of self-expression in a prepared environment; help each child to realize his or her full potential as a responsible world citizen; and promote the continued development and training of staff.
- The role of the Montessori teacher is to aid children in their natural development and to support them in developing his or her full potential.
- This is achieved by carefully observing each child in order to assess and meet their individual needs.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Diablo Valley Montessori School offer a summer program?
Yes, Diablo Valley Montessori School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Diablo Valley Montessori School?
The application deadline for Diablo Valley Montessori School is Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Diablo Valley Montessori School is The Springstone School (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Child Day School - Lafayette (0.2 miles away)
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The Child Day School - Lafayette ![The Child Day School - Lafayette Photo - The Child Day Schools curriculum gives children hands on experiences in all areas of development: cognitive, social, emotional, physical, and creativity.]( "The Child Day School - Lafayette Photo - The Child Day Schools curriculum gives children hands on experiences in all areas of development: cognitive, social, emotional, physical, and creativity.")
Daycare / Preschool
1049 Stuart St.
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 284-7092
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 284-7092
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 124 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
The Springstone School ![The Springstone School Photo - The Springstone School Main Hall.]( "The Springstone School Photo - The Springstone School Main Hall.")
Special Education School
1035 Carol Ln
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 962-9660
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 962-9660
0.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 56 students Tuition listed
Center Of Arts Technology And Science
Special Program Emphasis
961 First St
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 283-4500
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 283-4500
0.7 miles
Gr: K-4 | 93 students
999 Leland Dr
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 938-9958
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 938-9958
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
3445 Hamlin Road
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 284-1640
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 284-1640
1.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 292 students Avg. class size: 30 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Springstone School ![The Springstone School Photo - The Springstone School Main Hall.]( "The Springstone School Photo - The Springstone School Main Hall.")
Special Education School
1035 Carol Ln
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 962-9660
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 962-9660
0.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 56 students Tuition listed
101 Ygnacio Valley Road, Suite 150
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(877) 673-8893
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(877) 673-8893
2.2 miles
Gr: 6-12 Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition listed
Futures Academy - Pleasanton
Alternative School
4301 Hacienda Dr, Ste 120
Pleasanton, CA 94588
(925) 948-8992
Pleasanton, CA 94588
(925) 948-8992
2.2 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 34 students
1000 Upper Happy Valley Rd
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 283-2101
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 283-2101
2.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 660 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
2721 Larkey Lane
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
(925) 934-4964
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
(925) 934-4964
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 380 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Springstone School ![The Springstone School Photo - The Springstone School Main Hall.]( "The Springstone School Photo - The Springstone School Main Hall.")
Special Education School
1035 Carol Ln
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 962-9660
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 962-9660
0.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 56 students Tuition listed
Center Of Arts Technology And Science
Special Program Emphasis
961 First St
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 283-4500
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 283-4500
0.7 miles
Gr: K-4 | 93 students
999 Leland Dr
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 938-9958
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 938-9958
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
3445 Hamlin Road
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 284-1640
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 284-1640
1.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 292 students Avg. class size: 30 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
955 Risa Road
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 284-8288
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 284-8288
1.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 169 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
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The Child Day School - Lafayette ![The Child Day School - Lafayette Photo - The Child Day Schools curriculum gives children hands on experiences in all areas of development: cognitive, social, emotional, physical, and creativity.]( "The Child Day School - Lafayette Photo - The Child Day Schools curriculum gives children hands on experiences in all areas of development: cognitive, social, emotional, physical, and creativity.")
Daycare / Preschool
1049 Stuart St.
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 284-7092
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 284-7092
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 124 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
999 Leland Dr
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 938-9958
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 938-9958
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
KSS Immersion Schools, Walnut Creek ![KSS Immersion Schools, Walnut Creek Photo - At KSS, students thrive under the caring instruction of experienced teachers from Spanish-speaking countries across the globe. Our instructors rely on a combination of play-based and academically-focused methods to teach Math, Science, and Language Arts.]( "KSS Immersion Schools, Walnut Creek Photo - At KSS, students thrive under the caring instruction of experienced teachers from Spanish-speaking countries across the globe. Our instructors rely on a combination of play-based and academically-focused methods to teach Math, Science, and Language Arts.")
Daycare / Preschool
2780 Camino Diablo
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
(877) 442-2555
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
(877) 442-2555
1.4 miles
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
Little Genuis Academy
Daycare / Preschool
2131 Olympic Blvd
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
(925) 947-2952
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
(925) 947-2952
2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 52 students Tuition listed
2336 Buena Vista Avenue
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
(925) 935-1587
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
(925) 935-1587
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 195 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Acalanes High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1200 Pleasant Hill Rd.
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 280-3970
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 280-3970
0.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,256 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
M. H. Stanley Middle School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3455 School St.
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 927-3530
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 927-3530
0.7 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 1,117 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Lafayette Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
950 Moraga Rd.
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 927-3570
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 927-3570
0.8 miles
Gr: K-5 | 515 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Springhill Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3301 Springhill Rd.
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 927-3580
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 927-3580
0.9 miles
Gr: K-5 | 479 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Happy Valley Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
3855 Happy Valley Rd.
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 927-3560
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 927-3560
1.9 miles
Gr: K-5 | 463 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
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