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Oakland Montessori School

3625 Fruitvale Avenue
Oakland, CA 94602
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For over 30 years Oakland Montessori School has been dedicated to supporting the independent, confident child -- balancing impressive classroom learning with the accompanying social, creative and physical discovery and development that is so vital to young children.
In this gentle Follow the child approach, children are allowed to follow their own instincts to explore, move, share with a group, to be independent and make decisions, create order, develop self-control, abstract ideas from experience, use the creative imagination, work hard, repeat, concentrate and perfect one's efforts and creations.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 52 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1985
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 29, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
52 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 51%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

School Notes

  • For over 30 years Oakland Montessori School has been dedicated to supporting the independent, confident child -- balancing impressive classroom learning with the accompanying social, creative and physical discovery and development that is so vital to young children. In this gentle Follow the child approach, children are allowed to follow their own instincts to explore, move, share with a group, to be independent and make decisions, create order, develop self-control, abstract ideas from experience, use the creative imagination, work hard, repeat, concentrate and perfect one's efforts and creations.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Oakland Montessori School cost?
Oakland Montessori School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What schools are Oakland Montessori School often compared to?
Oakland Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like The Renaissance International School, Growing Light Montessori School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Oakland Montessori School?
The application deadline for Oakland Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Oakland Montessori School located?
Oakland Montessori School is located in the Upper Dimond neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Upper Dimond.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 52 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Oakland, CA is $23,920 for elementary schools and $23,712 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Oakland, CA is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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