Rancho Palos Verdes, CA · K–9
Last verified August 20, 2026
31100 Hawthorne Blvd, 90275 · (310) 544-3099
Enrollment
156
Student:teacher
8:1
Published tuition
$12,800–$18,800
Application fee
$350
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Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Pre-Primary Half Day | $12,800 | Palos Verdes Campus |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Toddler Half Day | $15,300 | Palos Verdes Campus |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Pre-Primary Full Day | $15,300 | Palos Verdes Campus |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Transition | $16,000 | Palos Verdes Campus |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Toddler Full Day | $18,800 | Palos Verdes Campus |
| Elementary2026-2027 | Elementary | $16,300 | Palos Verdes Campus |
Head of school
Claudia Krikorian
Executive Director
Claudia Krikorian has dedicated more than four decades to creating a child-centered, authentic Montessori community in the South Bay. She earned her Montessori teaching credential and purchased the school in 1978, expanding the program to include Upper Elementary.
Curriculum & special classes
Peninsula Montessori emphasizes individualized learning, hands-on exploration, and the development of independence, curiosity, and confidence, rooted in true Montessori principles. The whole-child approach fosters social, emotional, and practical life skills, preparing students to thrive as compassionate, creative, and self-motivated leaders.
Financial aid
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Application fee: $350
Before & after school care
Before school
Extended childcare is available for students from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
After school
Extended childcare is available for students from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM (with a 10-minute grace period until 5:00 PM).
Cost
$20.00 per hour; $50.00 maximum per day; $800.00 maximum per month. Any service provided after 5:00 PM is subject to a charge of $5.00 per minute.
Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
The admission process involves four steps: submitting an inquiry form, scheduling and completing a school tour, and finally submitting an application. A non-refundable registration fee of $350 is required upon registration.
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Acceptance rate
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Application fee
$350
What they ask for: Inquiry form, school tour, application, $350 non-refundable registration fee.
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