Fountainhead Montessori is dedicated to the education of children in an environment designed to stimulate and develop the child's love of learning.
The Montessori philosophy leads to the development of a child's strong sense of self esteem, dignity, independence, self direction, and awareness of the community. Social and emotional development is fostered in a nurturing atmosphere.
Fountainhead Montessori School is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal access for all children, including children with disabilities and/or special medical needs, as provided in Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, accompanying federal regulations, and applicable California law.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Yearly Tuition: $1,600
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Fountainhead Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Year Founded
1972
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
73 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
58%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Experience the joy of Montessori teaching.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Fountainhead Montessori School cost?
Fountainhead Montessori School's tuition is approximately $1,600 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Fountainhead Montessori School?
The application deadline for Fountainhead Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to Fountainhead Montessori School is Knowledge Schools (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Stratford School Dublin (0.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
6665 Amador Plaza Road
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 397-0152
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 397-0152
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 126 students Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Montessori Plus
Daycare / Preschool
7234 San Ramon Rd 40
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 829-1321
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 829-1321
0.6 miles
Gr: K-1 | 30 students
Dublin KinderCare ![Dublin KinderCare Photo - Dublin KinderCare front of building.]( "Dublin KinderCare Photo - Dublin KinderCare front of building.")
Daycare / Preschool
11925 Amador Valley Ct
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 875-0400
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 875-0400
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK
11750 Dublin Blvd. #204
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 384-0055
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 384-0055
0.8 miles
Gr: K-12 Tuition listed
Little Flowers Montessori
Montessori School
11533 Dublin Canyon Rd
Pleasanton, CA 94588
(925) 468-0200
Pleasanton, CA 94588
(925) 468-0200
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 80 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
11750 Dublin Blvd. #204
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 384-0055
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 384-0055
0.8 miles
Gr: K-12 Tuition listed
Brave Christian Schools
(Christian)
7500 Inspiration Dr
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 560-6262
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 560-6262
1.6 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 598 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 30 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Fusion Academy Pleasanton ![Fusion Academy Pleasanton Photo - Classes at Fusion are one-to-one: one student and one teacher. Teachers personalize content and act as mentors in the one-to-one setting.]( "Fusion Academy Pleasanton Photo - Classes at Fusion are one-to-one: one student and one teacher. Teachers personalize content and act as mentors in the one-to-one setting.")
Alternative School
4301 Hacienda Drive, Ste. 120
Pleasanton, CA 94588
(877) 673-8893
Pleasanton, CA 94588
(877) 673-8893
1.9 miles
Gr: 6-12 Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition listed
6363 Tassajara Rd.
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 846-9400
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 846-9400
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,092 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Lighthouse Baptist School ![Lighthouse Baptist School Photo - Lighthouse Lions]( "Lighthouse Baptist School Photo - Lighthouse Lions")
(Baptist)
118 Neal Street
Pleasanton, CA 94566
(925) 846-7220
Pleasanton, CA 94566
(925) 846-7220
4.2 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 12 students Avg. class size: 9 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
6665 Amador Plaza Road
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 397-0152
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 397-0152
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 126 students Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Montessori Plus
Daycare / Preschool
7234 San Ramon Rd 40
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 829-1321
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 829-1321
0.6 miles
Gr: K-1 | 30 students
11750 Dublin Blvd. #204
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 384-0055
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 384-0055
0.8 miles
Gr: K-12 Tuition listed
6691 Owens Drive
Pleasanton, CA 94588
(510) 630-2541
Pleasanton, CA 94588
(510) 630-2541
1.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 22 students Tuition listed
11557 Shannon Ave
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 574-7446
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 574-7446
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 274 students Avg. class size: 35 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
6665 Amador Plaza Road
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 397-0152
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 397-0152
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 126 students Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Dublin KinderCare ![Dublin KinderCare Photo - Dublin KinderCare front of building.]( "Dublin KinderCare Photo - Dublin KinderCare front of building.")
Daycare / Preschool
11925 Amador Valley Ct
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 875-0400
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 875-0400
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Little Flowers Montessori
Montessori School
11533 Dublin Canyon Rd
Pleasanton, CA 94588
(925) 468-0200
Pleasanton, CA 94588
(925) 468-0200
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 80 students
11557 Shannon Ave
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 574-7446
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 574-7446
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 274 students Avg. class size: 35 students Tuition listed
Brave Christian Schools
(Christian)
7500 Inspiration Dr
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 560-6262
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 560-6262
1.6 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 598 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 30 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Special Education School
6901 York Dr.
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 828-2551
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 828-2551
0.5 miles
Gr: 12 | 20 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8151 Village Pkwy.
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 829-4322
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 829-4322
0.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 36 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Alternative School
6901 York Dr.
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 307-1960
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 307-1960
0.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 7 students Minority enrollment: 43%
(Math: 55% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6800 Penn Dr.
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 828-6227
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 828-6227
0.6 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 1,041 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
(Math: 62% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7243 Tamarack Dr.
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 828-1037
Dublin, CA 94568
(925) 828-1037
0.8 miles
Gr: K-5 | 689 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
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