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Bowman School
- 0.3–18 yrs
- Ages
- Primary · Elementary · Secondary
- Levels
- 4.9 : 1
- Ratio
- 296 students
- Enrollment
- 1995
- Founded
In context
How it compares in Palo Alto
Bowman School is one of 9 Montessori schools in Palo Alto, and one of only 1 with full AMS or AMI accreditation.
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Facts & figures
From government filings and independent surveys — not the school's own marketing.
- Student-teacher ratio
4.9 : 1
296 students · 60.6 full-time-equivalent teachers
U.S. Dept. of Education private school survey, 2021–22
- School day
10.5 hours/day · 250 days/year
U.S. Dept. of Education private school survey, 2021–22
- Classrooms
1 Primary · 1 Lower Elementary · 1 Upper Elementary · 2 Secondary
5 lead teachers · 3 assistants
- Founded
1995
- Staff
55 full-time & 5 part-time teachers · 12 administrators
California private school affidavit, 2024-25
From the school
Programs, tuition & schedule
"The Montessori method features the spiral method of learning to stimulate critical thinking, foster curiosity, and broaden the mind. Students explore using the senses and draw conclusions alongside a teacher."
Programs offered
- Children's House — 3-6 years
- Elementary — 6-12 years
- Lower Secondary — 12+ years
- Upper Secondary — 12-18 years
Source: school's homepage ↗
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Admissions
How to apply
- Visit /admissions/apply to start application
Source: school's Admissions page ↗
Good to know
About Bowman School
Bowman School is a Montessori school (private) in Palo Alto, California serving ages 1 - 18 years — AMS Accredited. The Montessori method features the spiral method of learning to stimulate critical thinking, foster curiosity, and broaden the mind. Students explore using the senses and draw conclusions alongside a teacher.
Where is Bowman School located? ⌃
4000 Terman Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94306-3870
What is the phone number for Bowman School? ⌃
Bowman School can be reached at (650) 813-9131.
Is Bowman School AMS accredited? ⌃
Bowman School holds the AMS pathway status: AMS Accredited.
How do you apply to Bowman School? ⌃
Bowman School's admissions process: Visit /admissions/apply to start application.
What ages does Bowman School serve? ⌃
Bowman School serves children aged 1 - 18 years.
What is the website for Bowman School? ⌃
The official website is bowmanschool.org.