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Sharmila Montessori House Of Children

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Montessori
Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

3300 Alpine Road, Unit B, Portola Valley, CA 94028

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
11/16/2023
Total visits
3

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Sharmila Montessori House of Children is a private Montessori preschool located in Portola Valley in Silicon Valley, offering programs for children 18 months through kindergarten. The school emphasizes the Montessori philosophy with qualified, trained teachers in a warm, nurturing environment that fosters social, emotional, and academic development.

Philosophy
Montessori-based education focusing on the individual child's development, with teachers trained to observe, guide, and direct children's learning. The school emphasizes a warm, safe, and nurturing environment that supports social, emotional, and academic growth.
Ages served
18 months to kindergarten (Toddler Program: 18 months to 3 years; Primary Program; Advanced Primary & Transitional Kindergarten Program)
Outdoor
Indoor and outdoor environment with opportunities to explore outdoors and engage in group activities

Programs

  • •Toddler Program (18 months to 3 years)
  • •Primary Program
  • •Advanced Primary & Transitional Kindergarten Program

Highlights

  • ✓Montessori-trained, state-qualified California teachers
  • ✓Teacher-child ratios of 1:6 (Toddler) and 1:10 (Primary programs)
  • ✓Located in rural setting on campus of Ladera Community Church with spacious parking
  • ✓Culturally sensitive environment welcoming students from diverse ethnicities and religious beliefs

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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