Stratford Private Preschool and Elementary School on Kensington Way in Los Gatos is committed to providing quality education and child care to children ages 2.5 years through 4th grade in the Los Gatos, Cambrian Park, Robertsville, Monte Sereno, Alamitos communities and beyond.
We offer a safe, warm, nurturing environment that inspires children to think and excel in science, art, engineering, language, technology, math, music, and more.
Contact us today to see why our WASC-accredited preschool and elementary school is the school of choice.
We are located near the intersection of Los Gatos-Almaden Road and Union Avenue, nestled at the foot of Santa Cruz Mountains, very close to Leigh High School and Downing Center LG Shopping Center.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Yearly Tuition: $24,539
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Stratford School Los Gatos ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
435 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
No uniforms for preschool.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$24,539
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by grade level.
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Computer ScienceStudent Council
Arts and Music Programs:
ArtBand
Orchestra
School Notes
- School Motto: Summa Spes, Summa Res (Highest Hopes, Highest Things)
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Stratford School Los Gatos cost?
Stratford School Los Gatos's tuition is approximately $24,539 for private students.
What is Stratford School Los Gatos's ranking?
Stratford School Los Gatos ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Stratford School Los Gatos?
The application deadline for Stratford School Los Gatos is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Stratford School Los Gatos located?
Stratford School Los Gatos is located in the Cambrian neighborhood of Los Gatos, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Cambrian.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Stratford School Los Gatos is Beacon School (1.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Challenger School - Harwood (0.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Stratford School Los Gatos Belgatos Park (0.7 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
220 Belgatos Road
Los Gatos, CA 95032
(408) 539-0102
Los Gatos, CA 95032
(408) 539-0102
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 34 students
4949 Harwood Road
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 723-0111
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 723-0111
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-5 Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
One World Montessori School Inc. Leigh
Montessori School
4343 Leigh Ave
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 615-1254
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 615-1254
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 33 students
1919 Gunston Way
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 314-7060
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 314-7060
1.1 miles
Gr: 2 | 65 students
4525 Union Avenue
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 248-2510
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 248-2510
1.1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 528 students Avg. class size: 9 students Sports: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
5670 Camden Avenue
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 265-8611
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 265-8611
1.3 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 43 students
300 Marchmont Dr
Los Gatos, CA 95032
(408) 356-6116
Los Gatos, CA 95032
(408) 356-6116
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 487 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Kinship Academy ![Kinship Academy Photo]( "Kinship Academy Photo")
Special Education School
2720 S Bascom Avenue
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 559-7500
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 559-7500
2.2 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 10 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
1325 Bouret Dr
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 979-8210
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 979-8210
2.4 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 87 students Avg. class size: 10 students Acceptance rate listed
4340 Almaden Expressway
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 833-7050
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 833-7050
3.2 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 107 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4949 Harwood Road
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 723-0111
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 723-0111
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-5 Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
1919 Gunston Way
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 314-7060
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 314-7060
1.1 miles
Gr: 2 | 65 students
4525 Union Avenue
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 248-2510
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 248-2510
1.1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 528 students Avg. class size: 9 students Sports: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
5100 Camden ave
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 265-0244
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 265-0244
1.1 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 138 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
5670 Camden Avenue
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 265-8611
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 265-8611
1.3 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 43 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
220 Belgatos Road
Los Gatos, CA 95032
(408) 539-0102
Los Gatos, CA 95032
(408) 539-0102
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 34 students
4949 Harwood Road
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 723-0111
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 723-0111
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-5 Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
One World Montessori School Inc. Leigh
Montessori School
4343 Leigh Ave
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 615-1254
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 615-1254
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 33 students
5100 Camden ave
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 265-0244
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 265-0244
1.1 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 138 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
Peppertree School Of Los Gatos
Daycare / Preschool
16035 Los Gatos Almaden Road
Los Gatos, CA 95032
(408) 356-3211
Los Gatos, CA 95032
(408) 356-3211
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 36 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Leigh High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5210 Leigh Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 626-3405
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 626-3405
0.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,884 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Union Middle School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2130 Los Gatos-almaden Rd.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 371-0366
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 371-0366
0.5 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 1,068 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Noddin Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1755 Gilda Way
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 356-2126
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 356-2126
0.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 500 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Alta Vista Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
200 Blossom Valley Rd.
Los Gatos, CA 95032
(408) 356-6146
Los Gatos, CA 95032
(408) 356-6146
0.8 miles
Gr: K-5 | 584 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Oster Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1855 Lencar Way
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 266-8121
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 266-8121
1.1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 627 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
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