Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1965

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

View Summer Program Details

School Calendar

View School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

201 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

17%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

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

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)
Other Montessori association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 31 / rolling

Tuition Notes

Ranges from $9,250 to $26,400

Application URL

Online Application

Request Information

Step 1 of 2

Name of parent:

Student first name:

Student last name:

Email:

Phone:

Student is:

Male

Female

Currently in grade:

Seeking entry for grade:

Target start date:

Step 2 of 2

Home address:

City:

Country:

State:

Zip: (enter "N/A" if not applicable)

Save this data and create your user profile. Create your own user account so you don't have to re-type your user data each time you request information. You'll also be able to track your information requests, get reminded of application dates, and more!

Username:

Password:

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.

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

REQUEST FREE INFORMATION

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 ).

School Reviews

Endorse Diablo Valley Montessori School. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Academic or athletic awards

Recent Articles

October 20, 2026

Private School Tuition Insurance: Is It Worth Buying?

Is private school tuition insurance worth buying? Learn what policies cover, compare costs and exclusions, and decide whether protecting your tuition investment makes financial sense for your family.

October 20, 2026

Medical Leave and Private School Tuition: Parent Guide

What happens to private school tuition during medical leave? Learn about refunds, tuition insurance, enrollment contracts, financial aid, and protecting your child's education while managing unexpected medical expenses and recovery.

October 20, 2026

Private School Commute: Is the Travel Time Worth It?

Is the commute to private school worth it? Learn how to calculate travel time, protect family routines, assess student well-being, and decide whether a longer journey makes educational sense.

Request Info

Ask Diablo Valley Montessori School for admission information. Two short steps.

REQUEST INFO

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Contra Costa County, CA is $16,593 for elementary schools and $26,633 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Contra Costa County, CA is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).