Simi Valley Montessori School in Simi Valley, CA, offers a nonsectarian early learning program for preschool and kindergarten students in a suburban setting.
Founded in 1996, the school enrolls 111 students in grades PK through K with a student–teacher ratio of 111:1.
The school employs one teacher, 40% of whom have advanced teaching credentials.
Summer school is available, and the school follows a casual dress code.
As a California K–8 private school option for early childhood education, it serves families seeking Montessori programs in the Simi Valley area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1996
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
111 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
School Notes
- School Motto: Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Simi Valley Montessori School often compared to?
Simi Valley Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like Phoenix Ranch School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Simi Valley Montessori School offer?
Simi Valley Montessori School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Soccer.
When is the application deadline for Simi Valley Montessori School?
The application deadline for Simi Valley Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Simi Valley Montessori School vs. Phoenix Ranch School
The nearest high school to Simi Valley Montessori School is Grace Junior Senior High School (0.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Grace Elementary School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Tiny Tot Preschool & Kindergarten (0.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Tiny Tot Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool
1680 Patricia Ave
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 526-1959
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 526-1959
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 50 students
Grace Elementary School ![Grace Elementary School Photo - We love visitors! Book a tour and let us show you what makes Grace School so distinct!]( "Grace Elementary School Photo - We love visitors! Book a tour and let us show you what makes Grace School so distinct!")
(Christian)
1717 Arcane Street
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 522-0101
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 522-0101
0.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 457 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1350 Cherry Avenue
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 522-4667
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 522-4667
0.7 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 438 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Rose Of Lima Elementary School
(Catholic)
1325 Royal Ave
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 526-5304
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 526-5304
0.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 193 students Tuition listed
St. Rose Of Lima School
(Catholic)
1325 Royal Avenue
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(323) 560-3376
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(323) 560-3376
1.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 149 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1350 Cherry Avenue
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 522-4667
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 522-4667
0.7 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 438 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Annes Academy
Alternative School (Catholic)
3391 Los Nogales Rd
Simi Valley, CA 93063
(805) 285-0182
Simi Valley, CA 93063
(805) 285-0182
3.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 10 students
1626 Valley High Ave.
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
(805) 870-5110
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
(805) 870-5110
6.7 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 17 students Sports: 1
First Baptist Academy ![First Baptist Academy Photo - Each student has their own computer work station in a pleasantly arranged classroom. They may decorate their workspace as they wish, subject to academy rules. Teachers and assistants are always available to help students. Activities include fund raisers, field trips, field days, chapel, science fair, class parties, programs and performances, big sibling/little sibling between upper-age and lower-age classrooms, and many others.]( "First Baptist Academy Photo - Each student has their own computer work station in a pleasantly arranged classroom. They may decorate their workspace as they wish, subject to academy rules. Teachers and assistants are always available to help students. Activities include fund raisers, field trips, field days, chapel, science fair, class parties, programs and performances, big sibling/little sibling between upper-age and lower-age classrooms, and many others.")
(Baptist)
1250 Erbes Road
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
(805) 495-2531
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
(805) 495-2531
6.8 miles
Gr: K-11 | 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Academy For Advancement Of Children With Autism
Special Education School
7353 Valley Cir Blvd
Canoga Park, CA 91304
(818) 882-0200
Canoga Park, CA 91304
(818) 882-0200
7.4 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 37 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Grace Elementary School ![Grace Elementary School Photo - We love visitors! Book a tour and let us show you what makes Grace School so distinct!]( "Grace Elementary School Photo - We love visitors! Book a tour and let us show you what makes Grace School so distinct!")
(Christian)
1717 Arcane Street
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 522-0101
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 522-0101
0.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 457 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1350 Cherry Avenue
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 522-4667
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 522-4667
0.7 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 438 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Rose Of Lima Elementary School
(Catholic)
1325 Royal Ave
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 526-5304
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 526-5304
0.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 193 students Tuition listed
St. Rose Of Lima School
(Catholic)
1325 Royal Avenue
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(323) 560-3376
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(323) 560-3376
1.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 149 students Tuition listed
1636 Sinaloa Rd
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 583-1866
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 583-1866
1.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 44 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Tiny Tot Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool
1680 Patricia Ave
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 526-1959
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 526-1959
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 50 students
La Petite Academy
Daycare / Preschool
85 E Bonita Drive
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 526-7846
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 526-7846
2 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 125 students
4974 Cochran St
Simi Valley, CA 93063
(805) 526-0136
Simi Valley, CA 93063
(805) 526-0136
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 331 students
Little Scholars Montessori
Montessori School
5020 Alamo St
Simi Valley, CA 93063
(805) 306-8044
Simi Valley, CA 93063
(805) 306-8044
4 miles
Gr: K | 14 students
St. Peter Claver Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
5670 Cochran St
Simi Valley, CA 93063
(805) 526-2244
Simi Valley, CA 93063
(805) 526-2244
4.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 77 students Tuition listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Berylwood Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Heywood St.
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 520-6705
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 520-6705
0.5 miles
Gr: K-6 | 457 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Justin Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2245 North Justin Ave.
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 520-6619
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 520-6619
0.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 103 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Park View Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Alexander St.
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 520-6755
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 520-6755
0.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 319 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Royal High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1402 Royal Ave.
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 306-4875
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 306-4875
0.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,835 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
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