Our beautiful Palo Alto school is conveniently located off of Emerson and Addison, in the heart of downtown, near major tech companies and Stanford University.
Our programs start at 18 months old through age 6.
We offer year-round programming and rolling admissions into our programs to meet the needs of your family.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
2018
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
41 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 50%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Guidepost Palo Alto is part of an international network of Montessori schools dedicated to helping children grow through joyful learning. Our school in Palo Alto offers a nurturing and educational environment for toddlers (18 to 36 months) and young children (3 to 6 years old). Early childhood years are the most critical time in your child's development. These years are foundational in shaping your child's future health, well-being, and happiness at school and home. Montessori education provides your child with the tools to navigate lifelong learning. Are you searching for a day care, preschool, or kindergarten in Palo Alto, CA? You may want to consider Guidepost Montessori. The day care and preschool years correspond to our ‘Toddler’ program, and the pre-k and kindergarten years correspond to our 'Children's House' program. With Montessori's emphasis on helping children grow through joyful learning, Guidepost at Palo Alto can provide a nurturing environment for your son or daughter and prepare them for success in their elementary school years, and beyond.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Guidepost Montessori?
The application deadline for Guidepost Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Guidepost Montessori located?
Guidepost Montessori is located in the University South neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in University South.
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