Sharmila Montessori Preschool

Sharmila Montessori Preschool offers a Toddler Program for children 18 months to 3 years old, a Primary Program, and an Advanced Primary & Transitional Kindergarten Program up to age 6. In the Primary Program, children are given activities that are designed to help them experience abstract theories in concrete form and prepare for higher levels of education. The school offers full-day and half-day Toddler programs.

Programs

• Toddler Program — 18 months to 3 years of age
• Primary Program — Children are given activities designed to help them experience abstract theories in concrete form and prepare for higher levels of education.
• Advanced Primary & Transitional Kindergarten Program — up to age 6

At a glance

• Ages: 1–6 years old
• Facility hours: Monday to Friday – 7.30 AM – 6.00 PM; Saturday & Sunday – Closed

About the provider

The programs are based on over 26 years of experience working with young children and their families. The teachers are fully qualified to teach in the State of California and are dedicated to the Montessori philosophy. Students from a wide range of ethnicities and religious beliefs attend the school, and the school fosters an environment of cultural sensitivity and mutual respect.

Teacher-child ratios are 1:6 for Toddler and 1:10 for Primary and Advanced Primary & Transitional Kindergarten. The school offers both full-day and half-day Toddler programs.

What families say

“Teacher Sharmila has taught both of my children, and I have known her as their teacher for 10 years. She is absolutely wonderful and both kids were reading by the time they "graduated" from preschool. Highly recommend!” — Heidi G., San Francisco, CA

“Between our two boys, we've had 5.5 years with Sharmila and couldn't imagine any other preschool. Her program is well structured for the little ones to thrive socially, emotionally and academically. Not only did the kids progress academically...” — Brian V., Redwood City, CA

“Sharmilla's school is amazing and we are so fortunate to have found her and the great teachers there. Our two kids have been there for almost two years and have done so well under her care. First, she is patient, kind and loving to all the children.” — Kayla K., Redwood City, CA

Last updated November 6, 2026.