Looking for the best Montessori school in Alameda? We ranked the top 5 schools in Alameda, California by verified Google rating, review volume and accreditation. Each campus listed below is an authentic Montessori program — many accredited by AMI, AMS or CCMA — serving toddler, primary and elementary ages. MontessoriCity verifies every school directly with the operator. Updated June 2026.
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Daisy's Mercantile is a Montessori school located in Alameda, California.
View Daisy's Mercantile full profile →The Child Unique Montessori School Pacific is a verified Montessori school in Alameda, California. Serving children with the authentic Montessori method.
View The Child Unique Montessori School Pacific full profile →The Seedling Child Montessori School is a verified Montessori school in Alameda, California. Serving children with the authentic Montessori method.
View The Seedling Child Montessori School full profile →The Child Unique Montessori School Encinal is a verified Montessori school in Alameda, California. Serving children with the authentic Montessori method.
View The Child Unique Montessori School Encinal full profile →Rising Star Montessori School is a verified Montessori school in Alameda, California. Serving children with the authentic Montessori method.
View Rising Star Montessori School full profile →Tuition for Montessori schools in Alameda typically ranges from $9,000 to $25,000 per year depending on the program (toddler, primary or elementary), full vs half day, and accreditation. Contact each school directly for current rates.
AMI (Association Montessori Internationale) was founded by Maria Montessori and emphasizes strict adherence to her original method. AMS (American Montessori Society) is a U.S.-based organization that accepts a broader interpretation. Both are reputable; AMI tends to be more traditional.
Most Alameda Montessori schools accept children from 18 months (toddler community) through age 12 (upper elementary). Primary or "Casa" classrooms typically start at age 2.5–3.
Most Montessori schools in Alameda are independent (private). A small number of public school boards offer Montessori-stream programs — check with your local district.