Growing Light Montessori School Of Kensington

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.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 11 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten

Student Body

Total Students
11 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Growing Light Montessori School Of Kensington Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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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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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 11 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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