International Montessori Academy

The International Montessori Preschool is found in a ranch-style home on a shady, half-acre lot situated amidst the five campuses of the Claremont Colleges.
Unlike most traditional classrooms, in which teachers impose lessons upon a group of children organized by age, Montessori creates an environment in which the teacher plays the role of facilitator as each child satisfies his or her own inherent urge to learn and develop.
Further, as Montessori does not segregate children by age, older children share their skills and knowledge with younger ones.
This not only acts as an important motivator, as the younger ones emulate their more advanced peers.
It also serves to develop crucial social skills as well.
In short, Montessori teaches children how to learn. Through Montessori they discover that the will, ability and skills to learn are inside each of them rather than provided externally.
And in so doing, it helps provide a foundation of self confidence and esteem that can serve them for the rest of their lives.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 64 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
64 students
Student Body Type
Students by Grade
International Montessori Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for International Montessori Academy?
The application deadline for International Montessori Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is International Montessori Academy located?
International Montessori Academy is located in the South Arroyo neighborhood of Pasadena, CA. There are 6 other private schools located in South Arroyo.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 64 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Pasadena, CA is $22,188 for elementary schools and $36,315 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Pasadena, CA is 75% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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