The Montessori Family School was established in 1981 to provide a licensed and comprehensive Montessori program for East Bay families.
Our mission is to create a relevant Montessori curriculum that provides students with a solid basis for coping with the academic and social challenges they will encounter in the future.
MFS is an authentic Montessori school that nurtures the individual learning style of each student while maintaining standards of academic excellence.
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
11 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 51%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Growing Light Montessori School Of Kensington?
The application deadline for Growing Light Montessori School Of Kensington is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Growing Light Montessori School Of Kensington is Tilden Preparatory School (1.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Golestan School (0.8 miles away)
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Golestan School ![Golestan School Photo]( "Golestan School Photo")
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(510) 704-8541
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(510) 704-8541
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Nomura Preschool
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