Mills Montessori (2026 Profile) - South San Francisco, CA

1400 Hillside Blvd
South San Francisco, CA 94080

Established in 1988, Mills Montessori is a private school located in Millbrae, California.

Following both a traditional and contemporary method of Montessori, Mills Montessori strives to fulfill the needs of each child, while recognizes their unique difference both academically and socially.

This interdisciplinary institution accepts children starting at age two up until fifth grade.

Mills Montessori School is dedicated to providing a warm and accepting environment which promotes the physical, emotional, social and cognitive development of each child.

We try to establish a sense of freedom in our children, encouraging them to develop their own unique abilities.

Children are encouraged to choose their own work, correct it and work without interruption at their own pace.

By supporting each child's interests and empowering them to follow their curiosity, we hope to ultimately engender in each child a deep felt sense of self-confidence, both intellectually and socially.

Our prime duty is to prepare and to protect an environment which will give each child love and security, and provide him the means of learning through exploration and discovery on a level of success.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-2
Enrollment: 123 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-2

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

123 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

42%

State avg.: 51%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

School Notes

Established in 1988, Mills Montessori is a private school located in Millbrae, California. Following both a traditional and contemporary method of Montessori, Mills Montessori strives to fulfill the needs of each child, while recognizes their unique difference both academically and socially. This interdisciplinary institution accepts children starting at age two up until fifth grade. Mills Montessori School is dedicated to providing a warm and accepting environment which promotes the physical, emotional, social and cognitive development of each child. We try to establish a sense of freedom in our children, encouraging them to develop their own unique abilities. Children are encouraged to choose their own work, correct it and work without interruption at their own pace. By supporting each child's interests and empowering them to follow their curiosity, we hope to ultimately engender in each child a deep felt sense of self-confidence, both intellectually and socially. Our prime duty is to prepare and to protect an environment which will give each child love and security, and provide him the means of learning through exploration and discovery on a level of success.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Mills Montessori?

The application deadline for Mills Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Mills Montessori located?

Mills Montessori is located in the Paradise Valley neighborhood of South San Francisco, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Paradise Valley.