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United States, San Mateo
Let the school know you're thinking of applying — they can share their prerequisites and help you through the process.
It's best to ask — circumstances can change at any time.
1. Consultation — Fill out the Orientation Tour Form for the campus of choice; a PRINTS representative will reach out to schedule a phone consultation. The Lower School spans 3 months to 6th grade and the Upper School spans 7th to 12th grade, both at the San Mateo Campus. Lower School admissions are accepted year-round; Upper School admissions begin at the start of each academic year, with mid-year consideration possible under special circumstances. After the consultation, families understand the next steps in the process. 2. Campus Visit — Following the phone consultation, you can schedule a campus visit to observe how students learn and work in the environments. The orientation tour includes a one-on-one discussion with a PRINTS representative about the school's philosophy and curriculum. For safety, virtual tours are currently the only option. 3. Application Submission — Complete and submit the online application form. All applications are processed upon submission of the completed form and payment of a non-refundable application fee. Lower School applications are for 3 months to 6th grade; Upper School applications are for 7th-12th grade, both at the San Mateo Campus. 4. Decision Letter — After review of the application, a decision letter will be sent.
Financial assistance is available for Elementary and Upper School students who meet need-based criteria. PRINTS uses the Financial Aid for School Tuition (FAST) service to process applications. Financial assistance is offered in two forms: an Installment Payment Plan and a Scholarship.
Pacific Rim International School (PRINTS) is an independent Montessori program serving children from infancy through high school with two campuses in San Mateo and Emeryville. The school delivers dual-immersion Montessori education with Mandarin-English, Japanese-English, and Spanish-English tracks, supported by AMI-trained guides at every level. This makes PRINTS one of the first Montessori programs to offer Mandarin, Japanese, and Spanish across the full age span. The Upper School is accredited by ACS WASC, reflecting ongoing program review. PRINTS traces its origins to 1989 in Berkeley as a Mandarin-English bilingual Montessori school, expanding to Emeryville in 1995 and San Mateo in 1997; a second Children's House opened there in 1999. The 2023 relocation brought a new San Mateo campus, and the school has evolved with programs such as Nido (2014) and a Spanish-English track (2021). Beyond academics, PRINTS offers art, language, dance, and music classes, with new offerings each year.
