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Meher Montessori School

943 E Altadena Drive
Altadena, CA 91001
Founded in 1972 by Executive Director John Page, Meher Montessori School is an AMI accredited Montessori school serving children from 2 1/2-12 years of age.
A Meher Montessori education fosters independent, free thinking children. A Meher Montessori environment greatly encourages self-discipline, self-confidence and high academic standards while developing inner discipline and a sense of responsibility.
Freedom of speech, freedom of movement and freedom of association is a normal part of Meher Montessori school life.
Your child will want to do what is right because it feels good, not because they are fearful of the results of doing wrong.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 30 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1972
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
67%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Adela Munoz

School Notes

  • Founded in 1972 by Executive Director John Page, Meher Montessori School is an AMI accredited Montessori school serving children from 2 1/2-12 years of age. A Meher Montessori education fosters independent, free thinking children. A Meher Montessori environment greatly encourages self-discipline, self-confidence and high academic standards while developing inner discipline and a sense of responsibility. Freedom of speech, freedom of movement and freedom of association is a normal part of Meher Montessori school life. Your child will want to do what is right because it feels good, not because they are fearful of the results of doing wrong.
  • Meher Montessori also has a location in Monterey Park - Meher Montessori Monterey Park.
Source: Verified school update

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 30 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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