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FOUNTAIN VALLEY MONTESSORI CENTER

The entire team at Fountain Valley Montessori has been incredible to work with over the last couple of years. We looked at nearly every...

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7705 - Great Foundations Montessori - Tustin

My daughter has been going to this school for almost 2 years and every day I am blown away by the level of care she is in. She feels so...

- Mayah C.

Early Learner Montessori Home

We are incredibly grateful to Miss Denise and Shania for their loving care of our daughters over the years. Our older daughter attended this...

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Parentz View Child Care

3202 Montana Avenue Costa Mesa, CA

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
+ 2 more
Parentz View Child Care is a Large Licensed In Home Family Day Care located in Costa Mesa, in the Mesa Verde housing track. I've been in business for 11 years now. I originally started my daycare after having a bad experience with a Licensed provider where my daughter attended. After that ordeal I quit my job to be able to stay...
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Giant Step Learning Center

758 St. Clair Street COSTA MESA, CA

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
At Giant Step Learning Center, we believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing, and inspiring place to grow. Our Montessori-inspired curriculum encourages curiosity, creativity, and independence—helping children build strong academic and social foundations that last a lifetime.
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Blue Lotus Montessori

Walnut Street Costa Mesa, CA

Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
In-Home daycare
We are a small community of 6 children and a certified Montessori teacher. We offer a rich learning environment with emphasis on Phonics. Our academic program includes hands-on math, language, science, social studies, , music, arts, Spanish and sewing. We welcome children ages 3 to 6 years old to our half-day...
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International Christian Academy Of Costa Mesa

2950 MCCLINTOCK WAY COSTA MESA, CA

State license verified

The International Montessori Academy of Costa Mesa K-6th Program is designed to meet the needs of each individual child in a way that is faithful to Dr. Maria Montessori’s insights and is consistent with the expectations of the California State Standards. Students educated at our academy are always eager to take on new...
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INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF IRVINE

2591 IRVINE AVE COSTA MESA, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo

Christian Montessori Academy

381 University Dr Costa Mesa, CA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
The Christian Montessori Academy in Costa Mesa, California provides quality education for children ages eighteen months to eight years old. It boasts of a spacious grounds and beautiful play grounds with complete amenities. The school utilizes the Montessori principle in guiding children and helping them develop physically,...
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Back Bay Montessori

398 University Drive Costa Mesa, CA

Preschool
Child care
Back Bay Montessori in Costa Mesa, CA is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for kids from two to six years old.
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Christian Montessori Academy

3013 Deodar Ave Costa Mesa, CA

The Christian Montessori Academy located at 3013 Deodar Avenue, Costa Mesa, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and after- school activities, including summer camps and winter breaks.
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Montessori Harbor-Mesa School

1701 W Baker St Costa Mesa, CA

Preschool
Child care
Established in 1970, Montessori Harbor-Mesa School is a preschool facility located in Costa Mesa, California. It provides learning activities that aim to enhance sensorial, auditory, tactile chromatic, and visual senses. The School's preschool program includes Practical Life Exercises, Sensorial, Language, Mathematics, and...
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Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool

1701 Baker St Costa Mesa CA Costa Mesa, CA

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Preschool
Child care
At Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool, we give students a safe and open environment for them to discover the world around them and prepare for the road ahead. Our inclusive community supports all children from playtime to the classroom.
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FOUNTAIN VALLEY MONTESSORI CENTER

18410 BROOKHURST ST FOUNTAIN VLY, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$1130/mo
Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Fountain Valley Montessori offers each student an individualized education. We strive for academic excellence through practical exercises in the areas of Language, Math, Geography, Science, Sensorial Activities and Practical Life. We commit to instilling in the child a natural and ongoing curiosity toward the world around...

Care Member says "The entire team at Fountain Valley Montessori has been incredible to work with over the last couple of years. We looked at nearly every...

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7705 - Great Foundations Montessori - Tustin

15140 KENSINGTON PARK DR TUSTIN, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Early childhood education and quality child care are essential for supporting today’s families. We’re proud to provide stability, reliability, and a unique learning experience for your child. This is much more than simply daycare. Montessori Unlimited represents one of the largest networks of authentic Montessori schools in the...

Mayah C. says "My daughter has been going to this school for almost 2 years and every day I am blown away by the level of care she is in. She feels so loved by her...

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Early Learner Montessori Home

7 HICKORY IRVINE, CA

5.0(7)
starting at
$1950/mo
Montessori
Preschool
In-Home daycare
At the heart of our exceptional Montessori program is a genuine dedication and deep respect for the children in our care. This commitment creates a nurturing environment where children feel loved, supported, and secure within a consistent and well-structured setting—allowing them to grow, thrive, and reach their full potential....

Care Member says "We are incredibly grateful to Miss Denise and Shania for their loving care of our daughters over the years. Our older daughter attended this daycare and...

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Montessori of Anaheim

1401 S ANAHEIM BLVD STE 105 ANAHEIM, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
International
Outdoor/nature
+ 5 more
Montessori of Anaheim provides childcare service to the families and children ages 2-5 years old. We offer an authentic Montessori and hands-on fun learning experience. We have a great curriculum, experienced Montessori teachers and a beautiful Montessori prepared environment/ classroom. At Montessori of Anaheim, we prioritize...

Susan N. says "Montessori of Anaheim is excellent! I love the staff, the teachers are great! Their academic routines are impressive, they know they know what they are...

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Columbus Grove Daycare

57 SNOWDROP TREE IRVINE, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
In-Home daycare
Columbus Grove Daycare is a licensed large in-home family daycare in the heart of Irvine, CA that offers an inviting, nurturing, and warm space for children to grow and develop. Our priorities in preparation for Kindergarten are: academic enrichment, developing fine and gross motor skills through various activities, social and...

Shawn Y. says "5 stars absolutely! I have had all of my three children go here. It has been nothing but a pleasure to work with Chi. She prepares quality delicious food...

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NOBIS Montessori

264 N MAIN ST ORANGE, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Academic
Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
So what makes a Montessori education different from other private or public schools? The answer; we treat each of our students as the unique individuals they are, and we educate them with Montessori materials, using the Montessori method. Maria Montessori believed that within each child there is potential for greatness. When...

Erin G. says "I have two young boys who attend. I could not be more please with the school or their curriculums. They give both my boys such love, attention and care. I...

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Donya’s Home Daycare

CULVER/WALNUT IRVINE, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Faith based
+ 4 more
Our focus here is to offer your children the care, comfort and love. The peace of mind that comes from knowing your child is in the safest hands. The mission of Donya's child care is to provide a safe, nurturing and recreational environment for all children. At Donya's Child care we take care of mental, emotional, and physical...

Kayla B. says "We love Donya and her family, and feel so lucky to have found her daycare. We started looking for someone to look after our daughter when she was about 10...

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christ lutheran preschool

8200 ELLIS AVE HUNTINGTN BCH, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Faith based
+ 4 more
The activities we offer encourage growth and development in these areas: Music and Bible Stories Reading and Number Readiness Science Concepts and Problem Solving Large and Small Motor Coordination Social Development and Interaction Language Development Creative Art and Expression The curriculum is designed to meet the...

Care Member says "All of the teachers are so warm, kind, loving, and genuinely love my child! We love the facility and all of the interactive activities our child does on...

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7703 - Great Foundations Montessori - Northwood

4980 IRVINE BLVD IRVINE, CA

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Early childhood education and quality child care are essential for supporting today’s families. We’re proud to provide stability, reliability, and a unique learning experience for your child. This is much more than simply daycare. Montessori Unlimited represents one of the largest networks of authentic Montessori schools in the...

Mayah C. says "My daughter has been going to this school for almost 2 years and every day I am blown away by the level of care she is in. She feels so loved by her...

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7704 - Great Foundations Montessori - Woodbury

6304 IRVINE BLVD IRVINE, CA

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Early childhood education and quality child care are essential for supporting today’s families. We’re proud to provide stability, reliability, and a unique learning experience for your child. This is much more than simply daycare. Montessori Unlimited represents one of the largest networks of authentic Montessori schools in the...

Mayah C. says "My daughter has been going to this school for almost 2 years and every day I am blown away by the level of care she is in. She feels so loved by her...

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