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LePort Montessori (Irvine Spectrum South Campus)

1 TECHNOLOGY DR BLDG H STE 100 IRVINE, CA

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Montessori
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
Montessori school offering programs from infancy through Kindergarten. Bright classrooms with many windows and en-suite restrooms are equipped with a full range of Montessori materials, and most classrooms have direct access to the outdoors to allow a flow between indoor play and outdoor gardening, art, and other activities....
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LePort Montessori (Irvine Spectrum North Campus)

1 TECHNOLOGY DR BLDG A IRVINE, CA

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Montessori
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
Day Care
Montessori school offering programs from infancy through 8th grade. Bright classrooms with many windows and en-suite restrooms are equipped with a full range of Montessori materials, and most classrooms have direct access to the outdoors to allow a flow between indoor play and outdoor gardening, art, and other activities. Play...
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LePort Montessori (Irvine Woodbridge) PERMANENTLY CLOSED

26 LAKE RD IRVINE, CA

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Montessori
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
Day Care
Authentic Montessori school offering Mandarin Chinese immersion toddler daycare and preschool/kindergarten. Teachers are native Chinese speakers and use Mandarin to speak with children and with each other. Classrooms have direct access to the outdoors and contain a complete set of Montessori materials, including books and...
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KENSINGTON MONTESSORI OF LAGUNA NIGUEL

29702 KENSINGTON DR LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA

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Montessori
Academic
Preschool
Kensington Montessori is a small school located in a quiet neighborhood. We take the time to get to know our children and their families and to respond to the needs of every child as s/he develops awareness of the world and readiness for learning. We know that every child is gifted and our classrooms provide enriching,...
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Guidepost Montessori at Foothill Ranch

26462 TOWNE CENTRE DR FOOTHILL RNCH, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
Day Care
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, to deepening knowledge and building time management skills in...
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LePort Montessori Irvine Mandarin

3935 Alton Parkway Irvine, CA

Montessori
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
At LePort, we help our students acquire the essential knowledge, thinking skills, and strength of character required to flourish as joyous children today, and as successful adults tomorrow. Our unique program emphasizes the relationship between the academically challenging material presented in the classroom, and the breadth of...
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LePort Montessori (Westpark)

1055 SAN MARINO IRVINE, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
Day Care
Montessori school offering programs from infancy through Kindergarten. Bright classrooms with many windows and en-suite restrooms are equipped with a full range of Montessori materials, and most classrooms have direct access to the outdoors to allow a flow between indoor play and outdoor gardening, art, and other activities....
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LePort Montessori School (Irvine Mandarin)

3935 ALTON PKWY W PARK PLAZA IRVINE, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
Day Care
Authentic Montessori school offering Mandarin Chinese immersion toddler daycare and preschool/kindergarten. Teachers are native Chinese speakers and use Mandarin to speak with children and with each other. Classrooms have direct access to the outdoors and contain a complete set of Montessori materials, including books and...
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7703 - Great Foundations Montessori - Northwood

4980 IRVINE BLVD IRVINE, CA

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Child care
Day 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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LePort Montessori Irvine Woodbridge

26 Lake Road Irvine, CA

Montessori
Child care
Preschool
An authentic, nurturing Montessori school, offering toddler daycare and preschool/kindergarten, in a welcoming, neighborhood community At LePort Montessori Irvine Woodbridge children thrive in a beautiful, nurturing and authentic Montessori environment. When your family joins our school, you become part of a diverse,...
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7704 - Great Foundations Montessori - Woodbury

6304 IRVINE BLVD IRVINE, CA

State license verified

Child care
Day 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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Guidepost Montessori at Las Flores

28672 Deerpath Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Montessori
Welcome to Guidepost Montessori, conveniently located in the Rancho Santa Margarita. Your child will blossom when engaged in child-directed learning within a knowledge- rich environment. This location offers both English and full Mandarin immersion programs. Your child will also take advantage of the beautiful, new and well...
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Love & Care

505 Hayes Irvine, CA

State license verified

Hello, My name is Shyamali . I love to welcome you to my state licensed #304313507 home day care. I have 20+ years of experience working with children and mother to 3 children and grandmother to one. My credentials: State licensed First aid, CPR, and Health & Safety 12 early childhood development units Montessori...
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Guidepost Montessori at Las Flores

28672 DEERPATH RCHO STA MARG, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
Day Care
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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Sparks Academy

113 Sculpture Irvine, CA

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Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Academic
Montessori
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
Our program is year-round, but we do have an official start date of a new academic year each fall. Our program enrolls on a monthly basis as space allows. Tuition includes 2 snacks per day and lunch. At sparks Academy, we utilize both Maria Montessori + Reggio Emilia philosophies. The children receive individualized lessons in...
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LePort Montessori Irvine Westpark

1055 San Marino Irvine, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
At LePort, we help our students acquire the essential knowledge, thinking skills, and strength of character required to flourish as joyous children today, and as successful adults tomorrow. Our unique program emphasizes the relationship between the academically challenging material presented in the classroom, and the breadth of...
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The Montessori Way Day Care

14422 Wildeve Ln Tustin, CA

Montessori
In-Home daycare
We are a day care located in Tustin, CA. We are open from 7am-6pm. We are close to the 5 and 55 fwy. We provide Montessori Philosophy based education and care for children of ages 1-6. We provide a program with emphasis on math and language. Our daily schedule also includes arts and crafts,outdoor play, music, as well as story...
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LePort Montessori Irvine Spectrum

1 Technology Drive Bldgs. A H Irvine, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
At LePort, we help our students acquire the essential knowledge, thinking skills, and strength of character required to flourish as joyous children today, and as successful adults tomorrow. Our unique program emphasizes the relationship between the academically challenging material presented in the classroom, and the breadth of...
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Early Learner Montessori Home

7 Hickory Irvine, CA

State license verified

Our genuine concern and deep respect for the children in our care is the driving force behind our outstanding Montessori program where children are able to grow and thrive knowing that they are loved and cared for in a predictable, structured, and safe environment. We look forward to partnering with parents to provide care...
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Prodigy Montessori

95 Copper Mine Irvine, CA

Montessori
Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
In-Home daycare
Prodigy Montessori is a CA licensed Day care cum Montessori learning academy. We offer an environment where happy minds learn to discover. Our executive director has over 20 years of education experience and has taught kids from ages 1-10. She has a master degree in education and has completed her Montessori training. At...
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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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