San Jose Montessori School has been serving children and their families for over 50 years.
We follow the Montessori approach, which is designed to aid the development of children by providing them with the environment and materials they need to learn independently and joyfully.
Highly trained adults guide and support the children in their development.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Average class size: 24 students
- Application Deadline: Mar. 30
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1970
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
35 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
24 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Mar. 30
Tuition Notes
Please contact us for tuition information, as tuition varies depending on the child\'s schedule, age and other factors.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Our Summer Program is for enrolled children.
Admissions Director
Susan Fernandez
School Notes
- We currently have two mixed-age classrooms serving children 2.5-6 years old, with an AMI-trained teacher and assistant in each class. We also have an AMI-trained outdoor teacher, so that the children may choose to work outdoors for parts of their day.
- We invite interested families to first, carefully and thoroughly, read through our website, view the virtual tour and then request an in-person tour of the school followed by an optional classroom observation. Please contact us by email for more details.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Does San Jose Montessori School offer a summer program?
Yes, San Jose Montessori School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for San Jose Montessori School?
The application deadline for San Jose Montessori School is Mar. 30.
In what neighborhood is San Jose Montessori School located?
San Jose Montessori School is located in the Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 6 other private schools located in Willow Glen.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to San Jose Montessori School is Renaissance Learner Academy (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Northwood Cdc (0.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1471 Kingman Ave
San Jose, CA 95128
(707) 722-4233
San Jose, CA 95128
(707) 722-4233
0.4 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 10 students Avg. class size: 6 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Renaissance Learner Academy
Alternative School
223 Terminal Ave
Menlo Park, CA 94025
(707) 722-4233
Menlo Park, CA 94025
(707) 722-4233
0.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 8 students
Northwood Cdc
Daycare / Preschool
1400 Parkmoor Ave Ste 220
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 539-0200
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 539-0200
0.5 miles
Gr: K | 83 students Tuition listed
Willow Glen Academy
Daycare / Preschool
1590 Minnesota Ave
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 266-8056
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 266-8056
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1290 Parkmoor Avenue
San Jose, CA 95126
(669) 766-1001
San Jose, CA 95126
(669) 766-1001
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,248 student Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 83 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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