Edison Montessori Preschool in Redwood Shores, CA has been shaping confident, independent learners since 1982.
Serving children ages 26, our Montessori program combines hands-on, individualized learning with a nurturing environment that prepares children academically, socially, and emotionally for kindergarten and beyond.
With experienced teachers and early exposure to Spanish and Mandarin, Edison Montessori offers families more than preschool-it offers a strong foundation for life. If you want it:.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Dual Language Immersion Program
Secondary Immersion Language
Mandarin
Year Founded
1982
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Aug 31, 2027
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
School Notes
- School Motto: “A Place to Grow”
- Edison Montessori Preschool in Redwood Shores, CA has been shaping confident, independent learners since 1982. Serving children ages 26, our Montessori program combines hands-on, individualized learning with a nurturing environment that prepares children academically, socially, and emotionally for kindergarten and beyond. With experienced teachers and early exposure to Spanish and Mandarin, Edison Montessori offers families more than preschool-it offers a strong foundation for life. If you want it:
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Edison Montessori School - Redwood Shores offer?
Edison Montessori School - Redwood Shores offers 1 interscholastic sports: Soccer.
When is the application deadline for Edison Montessori School - Redwood Shores?
The application deadline for Edison Montessori School - Redwood Shores is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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