Early Bird Montessori School in Castro Valley, CA, offers co–ed Montessori education for preschool through kindergarten in a suburban community setting.
The school enrolls 30 students across PK and K grades, supported by three teachers for a student–teacher ratio of 10:1.
The student body is approximately 67 percent students of color, reflecting the diversity of the local area.
Early Bird Montessori is a nonsectarian early learning program with a focus on foundational Montessori methods.
The school is one of several Montessori and private options serving Castro Valley families seeking preschool and kindergarten programs.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
67%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Early Bird Montessori School often compared to?
Early Bird Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like Mission Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Early Bird Montessori School?
The application deadline for Early Bird Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Early Bird Montessori School vs. Mission Hills Elementary School
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Early Bird Montessori School is Redwood Christian Elementary School (0.7 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Redwood Christian Elementary School![Redwood Christian Elementary School Photo - Joyful learning starts here!]( "Redwood Christian Elementary School Photo - Joyful learning starts here!")
(Christian)
19300 Redwood Road
Castro Valley, CA 94546
(510) 889-7526
Castro Valley, CA 94546
(510) 889-7526
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 635 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Northstar School
(Islamic)
22502 Woodroe Ave., Hayward
Hayward, CA 94541
(510) 397-1501
Hayward, CA 94541
(510) 397-1501
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 171 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Our Lady Of Grace Catholic School![Our Lady Of Grace Catholic School Photo]( "Our Lady Of Grace Catholic School Photo")
(Catholic)
3427 Somerset Avenue
Castro Valley, CA 94546
(510) 581-3155
Castro Valley, CA 94546
(510) 581-3155
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 207 students Sports: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2490 Grove Way
Castro Valley, CA 94546
(510) 581-5088
Castro Valley, CA 94546
(510) 581-5088
1.4 miles
Gr: NS | 108 students Tuition listed
Montessori School At Five Canyons
Montessori School
22781 Canyon Ct
Castro Valley, CA 94552
(510) 581-3729
Castro Valley, CA 94552
(510) 581-3729
1.4 miles
Gr: K | 6 students
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