Palo Alto Montessori School
Daycare center in Palo Alto, CA. 575 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94306
About the program
Palo Alto Montessori School is a licensed daycare center in Palo Alto, California, on the state register since 1994. It is licensed for 40 children and serves preschool ages.
Palo Alto Montessori School provides a Montessori-based program for children aged two to five years in Palo Alto, California.
The program follows a Montessori approach, states AMI accreditation and offers Spanish.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Palo Alto Montessori School does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,452 a month.
Licensing and safety
Open the state record →California cites a Type A violation for an immediate risk to the health or safety of children, and a Type B violation for a record-keeping or maintenance item. The state file gives counts, dates and regulation numbers, not the inspector's notes.
Regulations cited
101229.1(b) · 101229.1(b)
Open the state record for each visit report.
What parents say
Our experience with this preschool was excellent. From the very first day, our son felt at home there, which gave us a huge sense of comfort and confidence. He genuinely loved going to school each day, and it was clear that the environment felt warm, safe, and welcoming to him. The staff was always friendly, caring, and attentive. Dinesh in particular is amazing. He brings so much wisdom and experience to his work…
Anton Litvinenko · 5/5 on Google · 3 weeks agoI can't say enough good things about Palo Alto Montessori School. Our son was there for three years, from when he was 2 until he turned 5, and honestly the change in him has been wonderful to watch. He's confident now, happy, curious about everything, and genuinely excited to go out and take on the world. The school has a warm, cheerful environment. At pickup, I always found my son happily playing in the sandpit or…
Aarthi Markandey · 5/5 on Google · a month agoOur daughter has been enrolled at PAMS and absolutely loves it. She is in a nurturing environment with wonderful teachers. She is learning a lot and gets a chance to be a kid, play outdoors, learn about gardening, and experience different cultures and traditions. Dinesh and the entire staff are wonderful in every way.
Talha Baqar · 5/5 on Google · 6 months agoWe’ve had a wonderful experience here. Our son attended from age three to four and a half and loved going every day. He built strong relationships with his teachers, made great friends, and always talks about the things he learns and enjoys in class. The program is individualized and the teachers meet each child where they are. We saw clear growth in his confidence and early writing skills, including pencil grip and…
Amy Hekmat · 5/5 on Google · 7 months agoGetting there
575 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Questions about Palo Alto Montessori School
Is Palo Alto Montessori School licensed?
Yes. Palo Alto Montessori School holds an active Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 434400025), with a licensed capacity of 40 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Palo Alto Montessori School had any inspection violations?
California's public file shows 2 citations for Palo Alto Montessori School, across 4 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.
What ages does Palo Alto Montessori School take?
Palo Alto Montessori School is licensed to serve preschool ages.
How much does Palo Alto Montessori School cost?
Palo Alto Montessori School does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
