Global Montessori International School offers a Bilingual Montessori style approach to education.
The beautiful classrooms and large outdoor playground, with a variety of play structures, offer a safe and secure environment in which children can both learn and have fun.
In addition to the traditional montessori materials and educational approach implemented by certified montessori teachers,Traditional Chinese is offered as part of our bilingual curriculum.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Average class size: 28 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Global Montessori International School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
76 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
28 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- School Motto: Learning another language is a step towards joining the global community.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Global Montessori International School?
The application deadline for Global Montessori International School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Global Montessori International School located?
Global Montessori International School is located in the Southwest Berkeley neighborhood of Berkeley, CA. There are 5 other private schools located in Southwest Berkeley.
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