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My Own Montessori

5723 Oak Grove Avenue Oakland, CA 94618
Tel: (510) 652-5979
myownmontessori.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 43 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $1,500
  • Acceptance rate: 50%
  • Average class size: 28 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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About the School

  • MOM is more than just a small preschool.
  • It's a place where children equate learning with pleasure; where independence is fostered in a loving environment; where friends learn respect and kindness: and where every child is allowed to feel safe, cared for and recognnized for who they are.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 43 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $1,500
  • Acceptance rate: 50%
  • Average class size: 28 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

My Own Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability
Least expensive tuition
Acceptance Rate
Lowest average acceptance rates

School Facts

School Type
Early Childhood / Day Care
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
American Montessori Society (AMS)
Religious Affiliation
Nonsectarian
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeMy Own Montessori
Nursery16
Pre-K25
Kind2
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Year Founded
1986
Summer School Offered
Yes
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Student Body

Total Students
43 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
28 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$1,500
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Tuition Notes
1475 = 5 days per week at 6 hours per day 1345 = 5 days per week at 4 hours per day Part-week also available
% on Financial Aid
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,000
Acceptance Rate
50%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Gena K. Lawrence
Application URL
Online Application

School Notes

  • My Own Montessori (M.O.M.) is a Montessori Pre-school, serving ages 2.3 to 5. Along with the Montessori philosophy we have a strong emphasis in art, and music. The children explore both the indoors and outdoors at will.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does My Own Montessori cost?
My Own Montessori's tuition is approximately $1,500 for private students.
What schools are My Own Montessori often compared to?
My Own Montessori is often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Blvd Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of My Own Montessori?
The acceptance rate of My Own Montessori is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 80%. My Own Montessori's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.
What is My Own Montessori's ranking?
My Own Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Least expensive tuition and Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for My Own Montessori?
The application deadline for My Own Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is My Own Montessori located?
My Own Montessori is located in the Rockridge neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Rockridge.

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The average acceptance rate in Oakland, CA is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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