At Arcadia Montessori School, our mission is to provide a warm, nurturing environment with academic instruction that will guide children to develop to their fullest potential.
Through a prepared environment, each child is encouraged to learn and explore their interests.
The Montessori environment provides an opportunity for young children to develop to their fullest potential.
The classroom is designed with great precision providing a prepared environment which stimulates the child's natural desire to learn and explore.
The young child's mind is like a sponge and his/her curiosity is at a peak during these early years.
This enables the child to form patterns of learning that serve throughout life.
Each child's learning experience is unique and tailored to meet his or her needs.
The children are able to progress as rapidly as their skills and interests indicate.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Arcadia Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
73 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
37:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: The child is both a hope and promise for mankind.
- At Arcadia Montessori School, our mission is to provide a warm, nurturing environment with academic instruction that will guide children to develop to their fullest potential. Through a prepared environment, each child is encouraged to learn and explore their interests. The Montessori environment provides an opportunity for young children to develop to their fullest potential. The classroom is designed with great precision providing a prepared environment which stimulates the child's natural desire to learn and explore. The young child's mind is like a sponge and his/her curiosity is at a peak during these early years. This enables the child to form patterns of learning that serve throughout life. Each child's learning experience is unique and tailored to meet his or her needs. The children are able to progress as rapidly as their skills and interests indicate.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Arcadia Montessori School?
The application deadline for Arcadia Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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