Montessori House Of Children (2026 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Enrollment: 100 students
Yearly Tuition: $1,330
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Montessori House Of Children
Pre-K	80
Kind	20

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Year Founded

1976

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

100 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

60%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

15 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

17%

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$1,330

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Tuition Notes

$110.00 Am Daycare. $235.00 PM Daycare.

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

FrenchGymnastics

MandarinSpanish

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Yoga

School Notes

Montessori House of Children is devoted to the education of children 2 through 6 years of age.
Based on the non-discriminatory philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori, the school is carefully prepared to nurture the mental, emotional and physical well-being of each child.
The school is committed to the belief that children learn best in an atmosphere which values the uniqueness of the individual.
Therefore, the role of the teacher is to identify and meet the needs of the individual child through planned and spontaneous experiences.
We recognize that the early years are the most formative in a child's development and that children need the opportunity to live as children, not simply as future adults.
Each of the five classrooms, has two skilled teachers to guide the children through the day's activities.
The curriculum includes lessons in practical life and sensorial skills, language, math, science, history, geography, art, and world culture.
Additional classes are offered in Mandarin, French, Spanish, Gymnastics, Yoga, Sports
The school is equipped with specially designed Montessori apparatus and materials from Holland, the center of Montessori education.
It provides two secure, airy playgrounds with slides, tricycles and play houses.
In addition to the regular activities, the pre-school has holiday festivals, parades and onsite enrichment programs.

Montessori House of Children is devoted to the education of children 2 through 6 years of age. Based on the non-discriminatory philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori, the school is carefully prepared to nurture the mental, emotional and physical well-being of each child. The school is committed to the belief that children learn best in an atmosphere which values the uniqueness of the individual. Therefore, the role of the teacher is to identify and meet the needs of the individual child through planned and spontaneous experiences. We recognize that the early years are the most formative in a child's development and that children need the opportunity to live as children, not simply as future adults. Each of the 6 classrooms, has Montessori trained teachers to guide the children through the day's activities. The curriculum includes lessons in practical life and sensorial skills, language, math, science, history, geography, art, and world culture. Additional classes are offered in Mandarin, French, Spanish, Gymnastics, Yoga and Sports. The school is equipped with specially designed Montessori apparatus and materials from Holland, the center of Montessori education. It provides two secure, airy playgrounds with slides, tricycles and play houses. In addition to the regular activities, the preschool has holiday festivals, parades and onsite field trips and family events throughout the year. The culturally diverse community of educators and families makes the program unique.

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Montessori House Of Children cost?

Montessori House Of Children's tuition is approximately $1,330 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Montessori House Of Children?

The acceptance rate of Montessori House Of Children is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.

When is the application deadline for Montessori House Of Children?

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

In what neighborhood is Montessori House Of Children located?

Montessori House Of Children is located in the Cathedral Hill neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Cathedral Hill.

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