Peninsula Montessori School
Since 1978, Peninsula Montessori School has been providing an excellent social, educational and emotional foundation for South Bay children.
We believe that the education and development of young children is the most rewarding and important commitment we can make to the South Bay community.
Our goal is to provide a nurturing, stimulating and individualized environment, promoting appreciation and respect for self and others, independence, and enthusiasm for learning.
Our philosophy of education is the development of the human being to its fullest potential.
All members of our highly qualified and trained staff are dedicated to the Montessori approach to education and life.
Individualized programs are designed in accordance with each child's social and emotional needs, as well as his or her academic and physical development.
We wish to collaborate with you, the parents, in a supportive role, in order to facilitate a unified approach to your child's growth and development.
It is only through a cooperative effort between the school and the home that your child is assured the highest quality of education.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 227 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-5
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2003
Student Body
Total Students
227 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 48%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Since 1978, Peninsula Montessori School has been providing an excellent social, educational and emotional foundation for South Bay children. We believe that the education and development of young children is the most rewarding and important commitment we can make to the South Bay community. Our goal is to provide a nurturing, stimulating and individualized environment, promoting appreciation and respect for self and others, independence, and enthusiasm for learning. Our philosophy of education is the development of the human being to its fullest potential. All members of our highly qualified and trained staff are dedicated to the Montessori approach to education and life. Individualized programs are designed in accordance with each child's social and emotional needs, as well as his or her academic and physical development. We wish to collaborate with you, the parents, in a supportive role, in order to facilitate a unified approach to your child's growth and development. It is only through a cooperative effort between the school and the home that your child is assured the highest quality of education.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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