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Oakland Montessori School

3625 Fruitvale Avenue
Oakland, CA 94602

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For over 30 years Oakland Montessori School has been dedicated to supporting the independent, confident child -- balancing impressive classroom learning with the accompanying social, creative and physical discovery and development that is so vital to young children.

In this gentle Follow the child approach, children are allowed to follow their own instincts to explore, move, share with a group, to be independent and make decisions, create order, develop self-control, abstract ideas from experience, use the creative imagination, work hard, repeat, concentrate and perfect one's efforts and creations.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten
Enrollment: 52 students
Yearly Tuition: $25,000
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten

Year Founded

1985

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Fri. May 29, 2026

Student Body

Total Students

52 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

50%

State avg.: 51%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

2 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

26:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$25,000

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Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

For over 30 years Oakland Montessori School has been dedicated to supporting the independent, confident child -- balancing impressive classroom learning with the accompanying social, creative and physical discovery and development that is so vital to young children. In this gentle Follow the child approach, children are allowed to follow their own instincts to explore, move, share with a group, to be independent and make decisions, create order, develop self-control, abstract ideas from experience, use the creative imagination, work hard, repeat, concentrate and perfect one's efforts and creations.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Oakland Montessori School cost?

Oakland Montessori School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.

What schools are Oakland Montessori School often compared to?

Oakland Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like The Renaissance International School, Growing Light Montessori School by visitors of our site.

When is the application deadline for Oakland Montessori School?

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

In what neighborhood is Oakland Montessori School located?

Oakland Montessori School is located in the Upper Dimond neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Upper Dimond.

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten
Enrollment: 52 students
Yearly Tuition: $25,000
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Oakland, CA is $24,026 for elementary schools and $23,712 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Oakland, CA is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).