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TULIP CHILD CARE LLC/PINOLE MONTESSORI

My son was there from 9 months to 5years. They are awesome. She is like a second mother to my child. Teaching what to eat, education and...

- Sachana X.

Holistic Seedlings

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

- Care member

Children's Garden Montessori School

Our son is absolutely thriving at the garden school. Alaina & all of her wonderful stuff are so attentive & loving with the children. The...

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Hummingbird Montessori Preschool

942 Cornell Ave Albany, CA

Preschool
Hummingbird Montessori Preschool is a state-licensed child care center that offers Montessori-based educational day care programs for preschoolers. Located in Albany, California, the company admits kids between the ages of two and half to five years old. The company follows a structured curriculum filled with engaging activities...
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Rising Sun Montessori School

1089 San Pablo Ave Albany, CA

Montessori
Child care
Preschool
We are a Montessori Preschool with a capacity of 35 children. We have two classrooms available for 2 to 3 and 3 to 5 yr olds. We are a bilingual preschool sharing the Spanish language with all our children. Our staff of 5 Teachers all are all completely devoted to sharing love and knowledge to all our Rising Sun kids. Come and...
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TULIP CHILD CARE LLC/PINOLE MONTESSORI

2612 APPIAN WAY PINOLE, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Montessori
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
We're a great a preschool based out of Pinole, CA. We are serving children of age group of 18 months to six years. You and your little one will be making a grand transition from home or a child care to preschool life, an outer world and we would love you to part of it. I would recommend you come and visit our preschool, I am...

Sachana X. says "My son was there from 9 months to 5years. They are awesome. She is like a second mother to my child. Teaching what to eat, education and manners. Just...

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Holistic Seedlings

255 FREMONT ST, 108A SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$3699/mo
Montessori
Waldorf
International
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
+ 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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Children's Garden Montessori School

2335 TULARE AVE EL CERRITO, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$705/mo
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
In-Home daycare
+ 1 more
Children’s Garden Montessori School is a small home-based Montessori and play-based preschool in El Cerrito for children 17 months – 5 years old. We believe in following the spirit of the child and honoring each child’s independence and unique learning style. Our director, Alaina Benner, has 35 years of experience, and our team...

Care Member says "Our son is absolutely thriving at the garden school. Alaina & all of her wonderful stuff are so attentive & loving with the children. The classroom &...

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Oakland Community Montessori School

4100 Redwood Rd, Ste 20A OAKLAND, CA

5.0(1)
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
In-Home daycare
Preschool
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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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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CANNON, JANET

4778 DAVENPORT AVE OAKLAND, CA

5.0(4)
starting at
$1950/mo
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
+ 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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Caterpillar Kids Daycare

906 Channing Way C Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
Special needs
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
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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Pride in Learning Montessori Lake Merritt

1330 LAKESHORE AVE OAKLAND, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Child care
Pride in Learning Montessori School offers loving and high-quality early childhood education in a beautiful setting close to Oakland's Lake Merritt. We accept children from 5 weeks to 6 years old for our infant, daycare, and preschool programs. Our seasoned staff of committed educators are all Montessori-certified and wholly...
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Guava Care

916 Apgar St Oakland, CA

Montessori
International
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
+ 1 more
Guava Care is a team of women supporting San Francisco Bay Area families. We provide non-medical services from pregnancy through the baby's first 4 years, specializing in prenatal education, birth coaching, newborn and infant care, pediatric sleep consulting, and early development support. We have our own team of professional...
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Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason

3741 BUCHANAN ST SAN FRANCISCO, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Child care
Day Care
Kindergarten
Preschool
At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence. From building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler to deepening knowledge and building time management skills in elementary—we provide individualized support, intentional hands-on learning materials, and the...
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Angel Academy

2215 Marin Ave Berkeley, CA

Waldorf
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
Angel Academy serves children and their families in the most loving and present way. We are based upon a heart-centered pedagogy: Helping the children find their breath, love their emotions, and stand in their freedom. Our teachers have over 15 years of experience in holistic pedagogy, such as Waldorf philosophy and Montessori...
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Oakland Montessori School

3625 Fruitvale Oakland, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Child care
Preschool
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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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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Nia House Learning Center

2234 9th St Berkeley, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Child care
Preschool
Nia House is inspired by the pioneering work of Dr. Maria Montessori. Nia is a Swahili word, meaning purpose. The purpose of our "house" (a reference to Dr. Montessori's "Children's House") is to provide a program that meets the needs of all children. We believe that given a properly prepared environment the natural unfolding of...
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Guidepost Montessori at Emeryville

1450 63RD ST EMERYVILLE, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Child care
Day Care
Kindergarten
Preschool
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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Petites Merveilles

2325 Roosevelt Avenue Berkeley, CA

State license verified

Francophone Montessori in-home daycare in Central Berkeley for ages 2-5. We have a beautiful indoor space and a large fenced-off backyard with fruit trees and chickens.
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Uptown Little Birds Micro School & Day Care

500 William Street 123 Oakland, CA

International
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
+ 4 more
Uptown Little Birds Micro School and Day Care provides a safe learning environment in a small, safe, warm family environment that promotes creative exploration of the world, education, health, nutrition, and safety along with individualized attention from experienced professionals. We are a small one-classroom private school,...
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Building Kidz of Berkeley - Under 10 Spots Left!

1450 6TH ST BERKELEY, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
International
+ 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...
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FAQs for finding Montessori schools near you in Albany, CA

The way that Montessori schools differ from other educational approaches near you in Albany, 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 Albany, 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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