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Montessori Schools in Lake Forest, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed Montessori schools

Pomegranate Lake Forest Preschool

I am absolutely thrilled with the experience my child has had at Pomegranate School! My child has been going here about two years now....

- Perry E.

Shining Stars Home Daycare

We started bringing our son to Shining Stars when he was 3 months old (he's 2.5 now), I was a first time mom so was super nervous. Menik...

- Care member

Columbus Grove Daycare

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...

- Shawn Y.

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MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S SCHOOL HOUSE

24601 RAYMOND WAY STE 8 LAKE FOREST, CA

State license verified

Preschool
Child care
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Montessori
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Fulbright Montessori Academy has served this community's young children and families since January 2003. We are located in Lake Forest, near Irvine and the Baker Ranch community. We offer a beautiful, spacious, and nurturing environment for your child. Guided by the Montessori philosophy, we believe children develop at...
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Pomegranate Lake Forest Preschool

20931 PARKRIDGE LAKE FOREST, CA

5.0(2)
starting at
$1390/mo
Montessori
Reggio emilia
Preschool
In-Home daycare
Welcome to our Montessori-Reggio inspired preschool, a nurturing and innovative educational environment located in the heart of Lake Forest, CA. Our preschool operates from a beautifully designed home, meticulously tailored to meet the needs of our young learners. At our preschool, we blend the Montessori method with Reggio...

Perry E. says "I am absolutely thrilled with the experience my child has had at Pomegranate School! My child has been going here about two years now. She loves Ms....

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Forest Blossom Montessori Childcare

26342 Forest Ridge Drive 4C Lake Forest, CA

Welcome to Forest Blossom Montessori childcare in a safe neighborhood. Lake Forest. I am professionally qualified Montessori Teacher worked with Toddlers Preschool/Kindergarten children over 20 years and Licensed home daycare provider My Mission is to make children happy, play and healthy in a safe environment for your child...
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Milestones Montessori of Lake Forest

23222 LAKE CENTER DR LAKE FOREST, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1129/mo
Preschool
Child care
Milestones Montessori provides a safe and nurturing environment that meets the needs of each individual child. Our staff establishes a kind and receptive climate where every child feels confident, loved and respected. MLF teaches a love for education where the child will continue to seek out knowledge and understanding of the...
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HERITAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL

29000 PORTOLA PKWY LAKE FOREST, CA

State license verified

MILESTONES MONTESSORI OF Lake Forest

23222 LAKE CENTER DR LAKE FOREST, CA

State license verified

Orange County Montessori Schools

24601 Raymond Way Ste 8 Lake Forest, CA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Orange County Montessori School is an early care and learning facility that offers educational day care programs geared towards preschoolers and school-age children. Located in Lake Forest, California, the company admits children between the ages of zero to nine years old. The company implements the Montessori Curriculum with a...
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Shining Stars Home Daycare

27091 Via San Diego Mission Viejo, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Shining Stars provides child care services to working and busy parents in South Orange County. We are located in Barcelona North residential community in City of Mission Viejo. We are happily caring for the age groups of 3 months old infants to six year old school age kids. My 15 years of professional experience as a Pre...

Care Member says "We started bringing our son to Shining Stars when he was 3 months old (he's 2.5 now), I was a first time mom so was super nervous. Menik alleviated all...

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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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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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Guidepost Montessori at Foothill Ranch

26462 Towne Centre Drive Foothill Ranch, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Welcome to Guidepost Montessori, where your child will blossom when engaged in child-directed learning within a knowledge- rich environment. At our beautiful Foothill Ranch location, your child will take advantage of the beautiful natural surroundings and patios that allow for an indoor-outdoor classroom flow. Now enrolling for...

Rebecca G. says "Excellent school. My two boys went here until recently, and we only switched because a new Guidepost sister school was opening up that offered Spanish...

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Fairyland Academy LLC

18 Los Abitos RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA

5.0(8)

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
International
Montessori
+ 3 more
Welcome to Fairyland Academy LLC, a California Department of Social Services Licensed home daycare and a Kindergarten readiness program nestled in the heart of the close-knit community near lake Santa Margarita. We believe children thrive best in an environment that feels just like home. That’s why we’ve created a warm, loving,...

Care Member says "This day care is a very complete place. The facilities are spacious, clean and well lit. The caregivers are very loving and professional, there is...

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Guidepost Montessori at Alicia

25261 Paseo De Alicia Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(1)
Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Welcome to Guidepost Montessori, where your child will blossom when engaged in child-directed learning within a knowledge- rich environment. At our beautiful Laguna Hills location, your child will take advantage of a full Spanish Immersion curriculum, beautiful, new classrooms and natural surroundings and patios that allow for...

Rebecca G. says "My two children switched to Guidepost Alicia in its opening week. I was not a mom who was originally excited about Spanish immersion, until I really...

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Donya’s Home Daycare

CULVER/WALNUT IRVINE, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-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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Taylor's Daycare

30252 Pacific Island Dr Apt 158 Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(1)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Child care
Dragonfly Garden Family Childcare has 4 spots becoming available come March 2023. Three for children over 2 and one infant spot for a child under 2 years old. Daily Rate - $48 Full and Part Time Availability Tuition includes meals such as breakfast and lunch. Dragonfly Garden is a small family daycare run by a mother...

Stacey D. says "Taylor Bowen worked several years at Busy Bee Haven. During that time she assisted in supervising and being responsible for the well being of young...

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Laguna Niguel Montessori Center

28083 MOULTON PKWY STE B LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
At Laguna Niguel Montessori Center, our mission is to use the celebrated Montessori approach to teaching and provide children with a high-quality education that prepares their mind and heart for the future. As an AMS (American Montessori Society) affiliate, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of Montessori pedagogy....
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Guidepost Montessori Alicia

25261 PASEO DE ALICIA LAGUNA HILLS, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Day Care
Child care
At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence. From 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 materials, and the freedom children need to reach their...
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LePort Montessori (Irvine Orchard Hills Campus)

3983 PORTOLA PKWY IRVINE, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
An authentic, nurturing Montessori school, offering toddler daycare and preschool/kindergarten, conveniently located to Irvine, Tustin, Orange, Anaheim & Santa Ana. At LePort Montessori Irvine Orchard Hills children thrive in a beautiful, nurturing and authentic Montessori environment. When your family joins our school, you...
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FAQs for finding Montessori schools near you in Lake Forest, CA

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