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Montessori Schools in Alameda, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed Montessori schools

Weebit Preschool And Daycare

The best things in the world aren't things, they're people like you, Marley. We couldn't have picked a better provider and protector for our...

- Jing X.

Building Kidz of Berkeley - Under 10 Spots Left!

We have loved the community and environment for our son at Building Kidz

- Anna B.

Dolphin Stars Childcare

Dolphin Stars Daycare is very good! We love it!

- Erika L.

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Weebit Preschool And Daycare

2845 Santa Clara Ave Alameda, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

We are excited to announce that enrollment for the 2025-2026 program year is now open. With two of our TK graduates moving on, we have two spots available for children ranging from infants to preschool age. We invite you to schedule a tour and learn more about our nurturing environment and thoughtfully designed curriculum. At...

Jing X. says "The best things in the world aren't things, they're people like you, Marley. We couldn't have picked a better provider and protector for our twins. We...

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SEEDLING CHILD MONTESSORI SCHOOL

3183 MECARTNEY RD ALAMEDA, CA

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Cooperative
Preschool
+ 1 more
The Seedling Child Montessori School is a wonderful balance of play-based and academic learning. Our fantastic teacher-student ratio and classroom environment enables us to help your child thrive and establish a genuine love for school and learning.
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Le Petit Z Montessori Preschool

838 Santa Clara Ave Alameda, CA

Le Petit Z Creating Moments Of Wonderment Remember the last time you looked at something in wonderment? It was something so unique and interesting that it stopped you in your tracks. We aim to create those moments of wonderment each day in our daily activities and curriculum. It is wonderment that makes a child associate...
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The Child Unique Montessori School

2226 ENCINAL AVE ALAMEDA, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Our award-winning Montessori school has three campuses, serving children of different ages, including a private school through middle school. We are known for our cultural and social justice curriculum and emphasis on the arts. Pacific campus: Toddlers 18 months through 3.5 years (5 fruit trees, deck and children's...
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Child care
The Child Unique Montessori School is a licensed early childhood care and education provider located at 2212 Pacific Avenue, Alameda, California. The school offers programs for toddler through kindergarten. Utilizing the Montessori method of education, the school aims to promote creativity, independence and self-confidence of...
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Rising Star Montessori School

770 Santa Clara Ave Alameda, CA

Preschool
Child care
Rising Star Montessori School - Cottage Campus located in Alameda, CA chooses the best academic path for children ages two years and four months through Kindergarten. The school uses Prekindergarten program designed to meet the developmental needs of the young child.
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The Child Unique Montessori School

2212 Pacific Avenue Alameda, CA

Child care
The Child Unique Montessori School features a home-like, comfortable atmosphere where children can feel relaxed and a newly renovated playground and children's garden. The school offers stimulating educational programs with plenty of learning activities for children ages 2 to 5 years, which prepares them for regular school....
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Luna's Montessori Bilingual School

1247 Park Ave Alameda, CA

Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
Established in 1988, Luna's Montessori Bilingual School in Alameda, California offers educational services for children ages two to six years old. It provides activities that aim to optimize children's social, emotional, language, cognitive, and fine and gross motor development. The school has a Half-Day Program, an Extended Day...
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Building Kidz of Berkeley - Under 10 Spots Left!

1450 6TH ST BERKELEY, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
International
Waldorf
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
+ 6 more
🌟 **Discover the Joy of Learning at Building Kidz School!** 🌟We invite you to experience firsthand how we nurture young minds through our unique "whole child" philosophy. Discover the joy of learning at Building Kidz School! At Building Kidz School, we’re dedicated to fostering creativity and growth in children aged 2-6. Our...

Anna B. says "We have loved the community and environment for our son at Building Kidz"

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Dolphin Stars Childcare

1331 HARRISON ST SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$2880/mo
Montessori
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
+ 2 more
Dolphin Stars Childcare is your trusted destination for exceptional early education and care in San Francisco, CA. We specialize in Infant Care, Toddler care, and Preschool programs, providing a nurturing environment where children thrive. As a premier Mandarine Immersion Play Based school in San Francisco CA, we focus on...

Erika L. says "Dolphin Stars Daycare is very good! We love it! "

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Russian Hill School

2026 DIVISADERO ST SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1793/mo
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Waldorf
+ 2 more
Serving San Francisco for over 40 years, Russian Hill School is an early childhood education program that addresses the social, emotional and educational needs of children between the ages of three and six through an innovative arts and project-based curriculum. This unique school delivers an environment where kids engage their...

Ashley B. says "I've had 2 children go through the RHS program (preschool) They absolutely love this school. The staff is fantastic. Innovative and new thoughts with the...

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Small Blessing's Daycare

290 Malosi Street 219 b SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$2800/mo
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Small Blessing's is a small in home-daycare right here in San Francisco, located in the new building 290 Malosi in the Visitacion Valley district. I, Jocelyn Lainez-Robles (the owner) strive to serve my community as best as possible and give children a rich filled child care. All are welcomed no matter where you come from. My...

Care Member says "Responsible, attentive, and very attentive to the children. The teachers are very kind."

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Oakland Community Montessori School

4100 Redwood Rd, Ste 20A OAKLAND, CA

5.0(2)
Montessori
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
In-Home daycare
At OCMS, we’re reimagining early childhood education as a space for liberation, cultural affirmation, and joyful discovery. We offer a warm, in-home learning environment where children ages 18 months to 4 years are deeply seen, supported, and empowered to grow into confident, compassionate thinkers. Our approach is inspired by...

Care Member says "We've had our daughter enrolled in OCMS for close to a year now and we've been impressed with her development in several areas. OCMS offers something...

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Holistic Seedlings

255 FREMONT ST, 108A SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$3699/mo
International
Reggio emilia
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Waldorf
+ 5 more
Hello! My name is Massiva, and I am the founder of Holistic Seedlings Daycare. I have been working with children for over 17 years, both as a mother and as a professional childcare provider in the U.S. and in Southern France. I run the program alongside my mom and my husband, Younes, who was an early elementary teacher for...

Care Member says "We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Holistic seedlings From the very first day, Massiva has been warm, attentive, and incredibly caring. They...

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CANNON, JANET

4778 DAVENPORT AVE OAKLAND, CA

5.0(4)
starting at
$1950/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Montessori
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
+ 2 more
We are the School House Kids! We laugh, we dance, we sing, we paint, we garden, we harvest, we bake, we PLAY! Play is the work of children. We use BEST PRACTICES as our guiding philosophy in early education. We are located in the Laurel and Redwood Heights Neighborhood, easily accessible from high way 13 or from 580. We...

Care Member says "Schoolhouse Kids is run by a wonderful group of caretakers. They keep us posted on the daily activities and are great with communication with our...

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Cosmos Montessori

22 Ford St San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

We are a very small Montessori school in San Francisco that serves children between 12 months to 3 years old. We help children to learn how to become independent, inquisitive, confident, self-motivated, and peaceful human beings in the world. We believe that our responsibility is to cultivate an enriched community where the...

Keith T. says "Our son has been with Miho from 1-3 yo. At the start, we were hesitant about being apart from him for the first time, but felt the opportunity for his...

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Caterpillar Kids Daycare

906 Channing Way C Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Preschool
Child care
Caterpillar Daycare Monday through Friday 3 months to 5 years * CPR, First Aid & Preventative Health

Care Member says "My son (15m) is lucky enough to go to CKD. I cannot say enough good things about them. They are so warm and loving. My son eats wonderful meals and gets...

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Mission Montessori

50 Fell St SAN FRANCISCO, CA

State license verified

Child care
Preschool
Day Care
At Mission Montessori, we provide a Montessori experience that enhances children’s minds, social skills and confidence. We believe in the power and potential of every child, and it is our mission to ensure that they thrive. When children understand how to learn, they become independent and empowered.
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Oakland Montessori School

3625 Fruitvale Oakland, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Child care
A safe and inviting Montessori environment for children, aged 2-6. We have experienced teachers, a spacious yard and classroom. We offer music, art, and gymnastics. A sweet and harmonious community for children.
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Guidepost Montessori at Emeryville

1450 63RD ST EMERYVILLE, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence. From learning to coordinate hands and body as an infant, to toilet independence as a toddler, to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler—we provide individualized support, intentional hands-on learning...
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FAQs for finding Montessori schools near you in Alameda, CA

The way that Montessori schools differ from other educational approaches near you in Alameda, CA is by their philosophy. Montessori schools are unique because they emphasize a student-centered learning experience that differs drastically from traditional educational approaches. Montessori education focuses on allowing students to learn in their own way, promoting self-directed learning and exploration. Montessori emphasizes the development of the individual as well as academics, focusing on building independent critical thinking skills and cultivating independence.

Choosing a Montessori school near you in Alameda, CA for your child can be an important decision, as you want to be sure that the school environment is conducive to their needs. To ensure safety when selecting a Montessori school, research the accredited Montessori training that staff must have completed and look for reviews from other families. Learning about Montessori-specific philosophies such as respecting the needs of the whole child and individualized learning can also help you make an informed decision. Another way to determine if a Montessori school is right for you is by observing activities in the classroom, such as children working independently on tasks while maintaining order and cooperation with others.

Montessori schools provide tremendous benefits to children's development! Montessori education focuses on fostering independence, self-direction and problem-solving skills among students. Montessori classrooms are designed with developmentally appropriate activities that allow children to take ownership of their learning and investigate topics that interest them while also developing their physical and motor skill sets. Montessori teachers strive to create an atmosphere where students feel secure. The Montessori educational approach emphasizes a hands-on, cooperative environment where children can learn from one another in a non-competitive atmosphere.

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