One World Montessori School Inc. Leigh is a co–ed, nonsectarian Montessori school located in the Oster neighborhood of San Jose, California, serving preschool through kindergarten students.
Founded in 1979, the school operates on a 2–acre campus within a large city community setting.
The school enrolls 33 students with a student–teacher ratio of 8:1, supported by 4 teachers.
The student body is diverse, with approximately 86% of students represented as students of color.
As a member of the American Montessori Society, this San Jose preschool program offers Montessori curriculum aligned with AMS standards.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
Student Body
Total Students
33 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
86%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Education for Peace.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for One World Montessori School Inc. Leigh?
The application deadline for One World Montessori School Inc. Leigh is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is One World Montessori School Inc. Leigh located?
One World Montessori School Inc. Leigh is located in the Oster neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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4949 Harwood Road
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 723-0111
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 723-0111
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