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Peninsula Montessori School

907 Knob Hill Ave
Redondo Beach, CA 90277

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Peninsula Montessori school is accredited by the American Montessori Society and serves as an AMS Teacher Training Center.

Peninsula Montessori implements the educational philosophy of Maria Montessori as embodied in the following principles.

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.

The goal is to provide a specific structure which fulfills the social, physical, emotional, and psychological needs of each child.

The toddler environment allows space for movement, individual work, and group activities.

The design of the environment is proportionate to the child's size.

The children in the toddler program are given the opportunity to develop skills in language, art, music, sensorial, and practical life.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 230 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-5

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

230 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

34%

State avg.: 51%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

34 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Peninsula Montessori school is accredited by the American Montessori Society and serves as an AMS Teacher Training Center. Peninsula Montessori implements the educational philosophy of Maria Montessori as embodied in the following principles. 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. The goal is to provide a specific structure which fulfills the social, physical, emotional, and psychological needs of each child. The toddler environment allows space for movement, individual work, and group activities. The design of the environment is proportionate to the child's size. The children in the toddler program are given the opportunity to develop skills in language, art, music, sensorial, and practical life.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Maria Montessori, Educator and Physician

Source: Verified school update

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Peninsula Montessori School famous alumni include: Maria Montessori, Educator and Physician.

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 230 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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