Cardiff By The Sea, CA · 1–11
Last verified August 20, 2026
Po Box 1055, 92007 · (870) 814-4818
Enrollment
118
Student:teacher
9:1
Published tuition
$18,500
Application fee
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Head of school
Bobbi Jo Etheridge
Owner/Director
Bobbi Jo Etheridge has over 29 years of experience in education and has a Master's of Business Administration and Bachelors in Mathematics. She was Head of School for two large private Montessori schools in New Jersey for 13 years prior to coming to California.
Curriculum & special classes
Village Gate Children's Academy offers Kindergarten, Elementary, and Middle School Programs based on the Montessori philosophy. The curriculum is rich in Mathematics, Language, Culture, Geography, Science, Botany, Zoology, and History, and also includes art, music, horticulture, American Sign Language, and physical education with weekly swimming, tumbling, and Pilates.
Financial aid
8% of students receive financial aid.
Before & after school care
Before school
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After school
The 'OWLS NEST - After School Program' runs Monday-Friday from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM, offering enrichment activities, physical play, and homework assistance.
Cost
$2750 - Full Year - 180 days ($6/hour); $75/Month for one or two days per week; $10/hour hourly rate.
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Admissions
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