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Springfield Montessori School

2780 Mitchell Dr
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
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Springfield Montessori School is based on the educational philosophies of Maria Montessori.
The program ensures an environment that is conducive to learning – an environment rich in life giving activities suited to the needs of the developing child.
We provide an environment that promotes a love of learning.
We help the child develop physical and mental order and "Inner Discipline." We provide an environment and materials within it that will meet the child's emotional, cognitive, spiritual, social, and physical developmental needs.
We help the child to help himself through the processes of independence, responsibility, socialization, grace and courtesy.
To achieve and maintain the standards demanded by the Montessori method of education, Springfield Montessori teachers are trained in the Montessori philosophies and have a thorough knowledge of the young child's stages of social, cognitive, psychological, and physiological development.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 95 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
Campus Size
4 acres

Student Body

Total Students
95 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
48:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
15 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • Springfield Montessori School is based on the educational philosophies of Maria Montessori. The program ensures an environment that is conducive to learning – an environment rich in life giving activities suited to the needs of the developing child. We provide an environment that promotes a love of learning. We help the child develop physical and mental order and "Inner Discipline." We provide an environment and materials within it that will meet the child's emotional, cognitive, spiritual, social, and physical developmental needs. We help the child to help himself through the processes of independence, responsibility, socialization, grace and courtesy. To achieve and maintain the standards demanded by the Montessori method of education, Springfield Montessori teachers are trained in the Montessori philosophies and have a thorough knowledge of the young child's stages of social, cognitive, psychological, and physiological development.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Springfield Montessori School?
The application deadline for Springfield Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Springfield Montessori School located?
Springfield Montessori School is located in the Ygnacio Valley neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Ygnacio Valley.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 95 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Walnut Creek, CA is $19,534 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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