Peppertree Montessori is a non-sectarian, non-discriminatory private Montessori school offering traditional Montessori education.
We provide a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment for children from 18 months through 6 years old with programs that meet their individual needs during each stage of development.
Such programs assist children in realizing their full potential and establish a foundation for a lifetime of independent learning.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: Aug. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
2007
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
133 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- School Motto: The education of even a small child, therefore, does not aim at preparing him for school, but for life.
- Peppertree Montessori is a non-sectarian, non-discriminatory private Montessori school offering traditional Montessori education.
- We provide a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment for children from 18 months through 6 years old with programs that meet their individual needs during each stage of development.
- Such programs assist children in realizing their full potential and establish a foundation for a lifetime of independent learning.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Peppertree Montessori?
The application deadline for Peppertree Montessori is Aug. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Aug. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Peppertree Montessori located?
Peppertree Montessori is located in the San Luis Rey neighborhood of Oceanside, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in San Luis Rey.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Peppertree Montessori is Army and Navy Academy (2.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Mary Star Of The Sea School (0.6 miles away)
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Quick Facts
St. Mary Star Of The Sea School
(Catholic)
515 Wisconsin Ave
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 722-7259
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 722-7259
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 183 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Friendly Christian Academy
(Christian)
1836 Dixie
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 433-2513
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 433-2513
1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 45 students
1943 California St
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 722-6894
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 722-6894
1.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 97 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Teri Learning Academy
Special Education School
251 Airport Rd
Oceanside, CA 92058
(760) 721-1706
Oceanside, CA 92058
(760) 721-1706
2.2 miles
Gr: Inquire with school | 42 students
2605 Carlsbad Boulevard
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(888) 762-2338
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(888) 762-2338
2.8 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 285 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 20 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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