The purpose of Lake Oswego Montessori School is to help each child develop within himself the foundations for a lifetime of creative learning, i.e., to develop the basic ideas, attitudes and skills essential for success in school and in life; a thirst for learning, favorable attitudes creativity and originality.
The teacher works with individual children, introduces materials, and gives guidance where needed.
One of her primary tasks is careful observation of each child to determine his/her needs and to gain the knowledge she needs in preparing the environment to aid the child's growth.
The goals of Montessori for children are several: it encourages self-discipline, self--knowledge and independence, as well as enthusiasm for learning, an organized approach to problem-solving and academic skills.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 25%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- The purpose ofLake Oswego Montessori School is to help each child develop within himself the foundations for a lifetime of creative learning, i.e., to develop the basic ideas, attitudes and skills essential for success in school and in life; a thirst for learning, favorable attitudes creativity and originality. The teacher works with individual children, introduces materials, and gives guidance where needed. One of her primary tasks is careful observation of each child to determine his/her needs and to gain the knowledge she needs in preparing the environment to aid the child's growth. The goals of Montessori for children are several: it encourages self-discipline, self--knowledge and independence, as well as enthusiasm for learning, an organized approach to problem-solving and academic skills.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Lake Oswego Montessori School?
The application deadline for Lake Oswego Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Lake Oswego Montessori School located?
Lake Oswego Montessori School is located in the Bryant neighborhood of Lake Oswego, OR.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Lake Oswego Montessori School is Christa McAuliffe Academy School of Arts&Sciences (Worldwide) (1.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is The Childrens Hour Academy (0.9 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
17650 SW 65th Ave
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 635-2139
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 635-2139
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 88 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Rocking Horse Day School
Daycare / Preschool
15750 Upper Boones Ferry Rd
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 639-0231
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 639-0231
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 62 students
Lake Grove KinderCare ![Lake Grove KinderCare Photo - Welcome to Lake Grove KinderCare]( "Lake Grove KinderCare Photo - Welcome to Lake Grove KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
3700 Red Cedar Way
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 635-8982
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 635-8982
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 45 students Avg. class size: 10 students
Christa McAuliffe Academy School of Arts&Sciences (Worldwide) ![Christa McAuliffe Academy School of Arts&Sciences (Worldwide) Photo - We always hold an in-person graduation each year in San Diego, California, where families from all over the world come together to celebrate their students' accomplishments!]( "Christa McAuliffe Academy School of Arts&Sciences (Worldwide) Photo - We always hold an in-person graduation each year in San Diego, California, where families from all over the world come together to celebrate their students' accomplishments!")
Alternative School
5200 Meadows Rd Ste 150
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 226-7374
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 226-7374
1.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 377 students Extracurrculars: 21 Tuition listed
Learning Tree/durham
Daycare / Preschool
18115 Sw Lwr Boons Fry Road
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 620-9815
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 620-9815
1.4 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 45 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Christa McAuliffe Academy School of Arts&Sciences (Worldwide) ![Christa McAuliffe Academy School of Arts&Sciences (Worldwide) Photo - We always hold an in-person graduation each year in San Diego, California, where families from all over the world come together to celebrate their students' accomplishments!]( "Christa McAuliffe Academy School of Arts&Sciences (Worldwide) Photo - We always hold an in-person graduation each year in San Diego, California, where families from all over the world come together to celebrate their students' accomplishments!")
Alternative School
5200 Meadows Rd Ste 150
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 226-7374
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 226-7374
1.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 377 students Extracurrculars: 21 Tuition listed
1915 South Shore Blvd
Lake Oswego, OR 97034
(503) 594-8800
Lake Oswego, OR 97034
(503) 594-8800
2.3 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 91 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
8200 SW Pfaffle St.
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 697-4711
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 697-4711
3.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 258 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Christie Care - Clackamas River Campus
Alternative School
Po Box 368
Marylhurst, OR 97036
(503) 675-2226
Marylhurst, OR 97036
(503) 675-2226
3.6 miles
Gr: 10-12 | 7 students
23370 SW Boones Ferry Rd.
Tualatin, OR 97062
(503) 783-6642
Tualatin, OR 97062
(503) 783-6642
3.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 696 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
17650 SW 65th Ave
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 635-2139
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 635-2139
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 88 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Christa McAuliffe Academy School of Arts&Sciences (Worldwide) ![Christa McAuliffe Academy School of Arts&Sciences (Worldwide) Photo - We always hold an in-person graduation each year in San Diego, California, where families from all over the world come together to celebrate their students' accomplishments!]( "Christa McAuliffe Academy School of Arts&Sciences (Worldwide) Photo - We always hold an in-person graduation each year in San Diego, California, where families from all over the world come together to celebrate their students' accomplishments!")
Alternative School
5200 Meadows Rd Ste 150
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 226-7374
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 226-7374
1.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 377 students Extracurrculars: 21 Tuition listed
4201 SW Borland Rd
Tualatin, OR 97062
(503) 638-6399
Tualatin, OR 97062
(503) 638-6399
1.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 186 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
Acton Academy Lake Oswego
Montessori School (Christian)
4565 Carman Dr. Lake Oswego, OR 97035
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 208-5387
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 208-5387
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 30 students Tuition listed
International Leadership Academy ![International Leadership Academy Photo]( "International Leadership Academy Photo")
Alternative School
14788 Boones Ferry Road
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 662-8452
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 662-8452
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 105 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
17650 SW 65th Ave
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 635-2139
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 635-2139
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 88 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Rocking Horse Day School
Daycare / Preschool
15750 Upper Boones Ferry Rd
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 639-0231
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 639-0231
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 62 students
Lake Grove KinderCare ![Lake Grove KinderCare Photo - Welcome to Lake Grove KinderCare]( "Lake Grove KinderCare Photo - Welcome to Lake Grove KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
3700 Red Cedar Way
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 635-8982
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 635-8982
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 45 students Avg. class size: 10 students
Learning Tree/durham
Daycare / Preschool
18115 Sw Lwr Boons Fry Road
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 620-9815
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 620-9815
1.4 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 45 students
Acton Academy Lake Oswego
Montessori School (Christian)
4565 Carman Dr. Lake Oswego, OR 97035
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 208-5387
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 208-5387
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 30 students Tuition listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Lakeridge Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4700 Sw Jean Rd
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 534-2343
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 534-2343
0.1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 888 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
River Grove Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5850 Sw Mcewan Rd
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 534-2363
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 534-2363
0.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 382 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Westridge Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
3400 Royce Way
Lake Oswego, OR 97034
(503) 534-2371
Lake Oswego, OR 97034
(503) 534-2371
0.9 miles
Gr: K-5 | 389 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Lake Grove Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
15777 Sw Boones Ferry Rd
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 534-2357
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 534-2357
1.1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 425 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Bridgeport Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5505 Sw Borland Rd
Tualatin, OR 97062
(503) 431-4200
Tualatin, OR 97062
(503) 431-4200
1.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 531 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
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