Classic Montessori preschool and kindergarten for children aged 2.5 through 6 years, provided by certified Montessori teachers since 1991.
Individualized, hands-on curriculum provides an enriched foundation for future learning.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Lakeside Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
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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
162 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
78%
State avg.: 32%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
varied schedules and tuition rates available
Admissions Director
Renee Thornton
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Building Intellect, Creativity & Character
- For detailed information, please see our website: www.lakesidemontessori.com
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Lakeside Montessori School?
The application deadline for Lakeside Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Lakeside Montessori School is Pacific Learning Academy (1.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is French Immersion School Of Washington (1.4 miles away)
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4211 W Lake Sammamish Parkway Se
Bellevue, WA 98008
(425) 407-5695
Bellevue, WA 98008
(425) 407-5695
1.4 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 179 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Issaquah II KinderCare ![Issaquah II KinderCare Photo - Issaquah II KinderCare]( "Issaquah II KinderCare Photo - Issaquah II KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
4341 W. Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE
Issaquah, WA 98027
(425) 643-2917
Issaquah, WA 98027
(425) 643-2917
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 63 students Tuition listed
Evergreen Academy ![Evergreen Academy Photo]( "Evergreen Academy Photo")
Montessori School
3601 228th Ave SE
Issaquah, WA 98029
(425) 645-6998
Issaquah, WA 98029
(425) 645-6998
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 130 students Avg. class size: 15 students
2908 228th Ave SE, Ste B
Sammamish, WA 98075
(425) 562-3545
Sammamish, WA 98075
(425) 562-3545
1.9 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 176 students Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
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2908 228th Ave SE, Ste B
Sammamish, WA 98075
(425) 562-3545
Sammamish, WA 98075
(425) 562-3545
1.9 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 176 students Tuition listed
Eastside Catholic High School
(Catholic)
232 228th Ave Se
Sammamish, WA 98074
(425) 295-3024
Sammamish, WA 98074
(425) 295-3024
2.6 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 862 students
232 228th Avenue SE
Sammamish, WA 98074
(425) 295-3000
Sammamish, WA 98074
(425) 295-3000
2.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 836 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 22 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1040 12th Ave NE
Issaquah, WA 98027
(425) 222-0564
Issaquah, WA 98027
(425) 222-0564
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 285 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Tzu Chi Academy Seattle
Special Program Emphasis
15800 Se Newport Way
Bellevue, WA 98006
(425) 643-9104
Bellevue, WA 98006
(425) 643-9104
2.8 miles
Gr: PK-10 | 337 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4211 W Lake Sammamish Parkway Se
Bellevue, WA 98008
(425) 407-5695
Bellevue, WA 98008
(425) 407-5695
1.4 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 179 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2908 228th Ave SE, Ste B
Sammamish, WA 98075
(425) 562-3545
Sammamish, WA 98075
(425) 562-3545
1.9 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 176 students Tuition listed
1107 228th Avenue Se
Sammamish, WA 98075
(425) 392-8053
Sammamish, WA 98075
(425) 392-8053
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 170 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 6
Eastside Catholic High School
(Catholic)
232 228th Ave Se
Sammamish, WA 98074
(425) 295-3024
Sammamish, WA 98074
(425) 295-3024
2.6 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 862 students
232 228th Avenue SE
Sammamish, WA 98074
(425) 295-3000
Sammamish, WA 98074
(425) 295-3000
2.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 836 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 22 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4211 W Lake Sammamish Parkway Se
Bellevue, WA 98008
(425) 407-5695
Bellevue, WA 98008
(425) 407-5695
1.4 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 179 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Issaquah II KinderCare ![Issaquah II KinderCare Photo - Issaquah II KinderCare]( "Issaquah II KinderCare Photo - Issaquah II KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
4341 W. Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE
Issaquah, WA 98027
(425) 643-2917
Issaquah, WA 98027
(425) 643-2917
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 63 students Tuition listed
Evergreen Academy ![Evergreen Academy Photo]( "Evergreen Academy Photo")
Montessori School
3601 228th Ave SE
Issaquah, WA 98029
(425) 645-6998
Issaquah, WA 98029
(425) 645-6998
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 130 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Synergy Learning Academy
Montessori School
1555 Nw Sammamish Rd
Issaquah, WA 98027
(425) 882-3030
Issaquah, WA 98027
(425) 882-3030
2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 80 students
1107 228th Avenue Se
Sammamish, WA 98075
(425) 392-8053
Sammamish, WA 98075
(425) 392-8053
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 170 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 6
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Creekside Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 82%)
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Rank:
10/
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20777 Se 16th St
Sammamish, WA 98075
(425) 837-5200
Sammamish, WA 98075
(425) 837-5200
1.2 miles
Gr: K-5 | 555 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Sunset Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4229 W Lake Samm Pkwy Se
Bellevue, WA 98008
(425) 837-5601
Bellevue, WA 98008
(425) 837-5601
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Pine Lake Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3095 Issaquah-pine Lake Rd Se
Sammamish, WA 98075
(425) 837-5700
Sammamish, WA 98075
(425) 837-5700
1.8 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 877 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Sunny Hills Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3200 Issaquah-pine Lake Rd Se
Sammamish, WA 98075
(425) 837-7400
Sammamish, WA 98075
(425) 837-7400
2 miles
Gr: K-5 | 574 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Cougar Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4630 167th Ave Se
Bellevue, WA 98006
(425) 837-7300
Bellevue, WA 98006
(425) 837-7300
2.3 miles
Gr: K-5 | 458 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
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