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Fountainhead Montessori

949 Central Ave
Livermore, CA 94551
Fountainhead Montessori in Livermore, CA is a nonsectarian, co–ed Montessori school serving grades K–6 in a small city community.
The school enrolls 60 students with a student–teacher ratio of 3:1 supported by 20 full–time teachers.
Founded in 1972, Fountainhead Montessori provides a city–based early learning program in the Springtown neighborhood.
As a California K–6 private school, it offers a Montessori curriculum without religious affiliation or membership associations.
Fountainhead Montessori's student–teacher ratio is lower than nearby Livermore private schools such as Valley Montessori School (13:1).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 60 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
60 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Farida Nelson, Professional music educator
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Fountainhead Montessori often compared to?
Fountainhead Montessori is often viewed alongside schools like Valley Montessori School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Fountainhead Montessori?
Fountainhead Montessori famous alumni include: Farida Nelson, Professional music educator.
When is the application deadline for Fountainhead Montessori?
The application deadline for Fountainhead Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Fountainhead Montessori located?
Fountainhead Montessori is located in the Springtown neighborhood of Livermore, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Springtown.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 60 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Alameda County, CA is $20,669 for elementary schools and $21,293 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Alameda County, CA is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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