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We have 41 Montessori schools in San Diego, CA! Compare and find the best Montessori school to fit your needs.

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Montessori Schools in San Diego, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 28 reviews of the 41 listed Montessori schools

Azam Daycare

We love Azi. My son started when he was three months. She is so loving and nurturing. She made our entire family feel like her a part of her...

- Care member

Shooting Stars Daycare

Nikki and Shooting Stars is one of the best things that ever happened for our family! Our son attended from 4 months - 2y2m old, and we...

- Care member

Joy of Learning Montessori - FULL TIME MONTESSORI SCHOOL

The teacher is really nice. She is knowledgeable, hardworking, caring and ready to guide you and your child. The Montessori is very well...

- Parul M.

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Wunderkind Child Care

3265 Ogalala Ave, SAN DIEGO, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Developmental (play-based)
International
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Montessori
+ 1 more
Welcome to Wunderkind Child Care, where children grow in a warm, safe, and inspiring environment. Our bilingual program (English & Russian) combines early academics, creative arts, music, and play-based learning with plenty of outdoor activity. Children enjoy four healthy, home-cooked meals daily in a bright, spacious setting...
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Azam Daycare

5398 Shannon Ridge Ln San Diego, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Welcome to AZAM Daycare! Enroll now and let your children be a part of Azam Daycare. Azam Daycare welcomes young learners into a new world full of discoveries, new skills, and opportunities to build friendships with peers. My home daycare is open Monday-Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The rates are $450 / week for full-time...

Care Member says "We love Azi. My son started when he was three months. She is so loving and nurturing. She made our entire family feel like her a part of her wonderful...

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Shooting Stars Daycare

7831 Golfcrest Dr. San Diego, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Child care
Shooting Stars Daycare proudly adheres to the highest standards of education and caregiving. This is a licensed home daycare business located in San Carlos, near Mission Trails National Park. My life has been dedicated to caregiving, specializing in infants and toddlers. I've made a career working closely with parents as a Nanny...

Care Member says "Nikki and Shooting Stars is one of the best things that ever happened for our family! Our son attended from 4 months - 2y2m old, and we couldn't be more...

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Little Roses

6397 Silverbush Creek St San Diego, CA

Little Roses Family Day Care with Montessori [License # 376627747] (Driven by Montessori Principles) Certified Montessori teacher joined our school. She's having 25 years of teaching experience in a well renowned Montessori school. "Play is the highest form of research " - Albert Einstein Our Philosophy : We offer...
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Starfield Montessori Daycare

16315 Alipaz Court San Diego, CA

State license verified

Starfield Montessori is a happy, safe and an intellectually stimulating home based Montessori facility. The learning environment is designed to nurture your child's natural curiosity and set them on the lifelong path of learning. Staying true to the Montessori philosophy, we have a holistic view of child development with equal...
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Headstart Montessori School

18652 Caminito Pasadero San Diego, CA

State license verified

We are located in the beautiful area of Rancho Bernardo that provides a safe and peaceful environment for our children. Our intimate classroom gives the child the necessary tools to develop and grow in their academics. With our Montessori system based philosophy children learn by experiencing and manipulating their physical...
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Joy of Learning Montessori - FULL TIME MONTESSORI SCHOOL

10933 CAMINO ABROJO SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
FULL TIME MONTESSORI SCHOOL (9a - 4p) - *woman owned and operated* - I am a Montessorian myself and experienced school teacher with 6+ years of experience working with small children. I am a Montessori mom from 13+ years for 2 children. Also a Certified AMI 3-6 years Teacher ,and now researching as a teacher and scholar in...

Parul M. says "The teacher is really nice. She is knowledgeable, hardworking, caring and ready to guide you and your child. The Montessori is very well thought through,...

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Adventures in Montessori Ocean Beach

4735 SANTA CRUZ AVE SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care

Cassi K. says "From the very beginning I loved the family aspect. The owner works with her daughter and her mom. Everyone calls the "mom" Nana and she makes breakfast and...

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KIDDIE COVE ITALIAN FAMILY DAYCARE

11058 CARLOTA ST SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Montessori
International
In-Home daycare
My ultimate goal is to create a community that connects children, families, and schools, providing a safe space where kids can learn, make friends, and feel at home. To achieve this: 🏡I believe in providing a loving, caring, and educational environment that fosters growth and development. 🧑‍🧒‍🧒As a mother of three...

Leah P. says "We are extremely grateful to have met Corinna and she and Kiddie Cove were like a second family for our daughter. During the years there, Corinna helped us...

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KIDS AVE ENRICHMENT LEARNING CENTER

6248 EL CAJON BLVD SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Reggio emilia
+ 3 more
Kids Ave began as a home-based preschool in 2019, with the goal of providing a family-oriented, loving, and educational environment for El Cerrito community families. After five successful years, we’ve grown and found a new facility to extend our reach within the community. By launching in a central location, we’re dedicated...

shannon A. says "5, the environment is fun, safe, clean. They are very loving and my kids really enjoy it"

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LA MATERNELLE

4848 SEMINOLE DR SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1350/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
International
+ 5 more
Bonjour and bienvenue to our French preschool! Don't worry if you don't speak French, we promise not to test you on your conjugation skills. Instead, we focus on teaching our little ones the basics of the language through fun activities like singing, dancing, and storytelling. Our school may be "petite" in size, but our love for...

Mark D. says "It is a great school! La Maternelle is more than just a daycare, it's a really great French preschool. My kids have really really excelled with a bilingual...

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ABC Children's Center of San Diego

12145 Alta Carmel Court Suite 270 San Diego, CA

4.8(8)

State license verified

Montessori
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
+ 1 more
Our privately-owned children's center, cradling Rancho Bernardo, Carmel Mountain Ranch and Poway, is fully licensed by the State of California Department of Social Services. We are open for child care from 6:30 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. five days a week (year round, excluding legal holidays). We offer child care programs for ages 3...

Diana says "My daughter loves loves her teachers and going to ABC each day. Even when I go to pick her up , she like to stay there for an added half hour at least. She...

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Safari Preschool

4754 Sea Tern Ct San Diego, CA

Montessori
Faith based
Academic
In-Home daycare
Preschool
We're a Montessori inspired Christian Bilingual preschool. Here at Safari Preschool we want to change the perception of what "daycare" should be and to far exceed the expectations of parents. We believe that your child deserves the best care and attention and we want their earlier memories to be filled with happy and enriching...
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Quentz Bilingual Academy

9840 La Tortola Ct. San Diego, CA

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Waldorf
Academic
+ 3 more
Quentz Bilingual Academy offers a full and part-time family based Montessori preschool program for children ages 2-5. Founded by U.C. Berkeley PhD, Dr. Cindy Lehmann, we are a California state licensed program, designated STEAM education facility and YMCA certified Wellness Champion Program partner. Quentz offers a rigorous,...
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Kate's In-Home Childcare

8818 Polland Ave San Diego, CA

I am a certified Montessori Preschool Teacher who is taking a break from teaching to watch my 18-month-old nephew in my home two days a week. I would also like to open up my house to watch an additional children. I can offer your child a clean, safe, fun, and educational environment. I have two daughters (7 and 8 years old)...
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Creative Hearts Daycare

6848 Airoso Ave San Diego, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Reggio emilia
+ 2 more
Creative Hearts Daycare is a musical enrichment daycare and preschool caring for ages 18 months- 5 years old, located in the Del Cerro neighborhood of San Diego, CA. Our mission is to provide a safe and loving environment in which children can experience the joy of learning and thrive to their fullest potential! At Creative...
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Montessori Academy in Mira Mesa

8248 Lapiz San Diego, CA

In-Home daycare
Kindergarten
Preschool
Arian's Learning Academy Lic.# 376623418 (Family Childcare) www.Ariansacademy.org Monday to Friday 6:00 am to 6:00 pm A school that feels like HOME. Arian's learning Academy is licensed by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing, Arian's Learning Academy dedicates itself to the philosophy...
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The New Haven

2640 Historic Decatur Road San Diego, CA

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
We are a unique solution to this new era of working from home by providing a space for parents to work in our co-working space while their children are cared for in our Montessori Classroom. Our membership options are wider ranging than most preschools because you can schedule as little as two hours a week up to 5 full days....
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Special needs
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
At Little Learners, your child is welcomed into a warm, inclusive space that feels like a second home. Through play, exploration, and connection, we support each child’s individual development while fostering creativity, confidence, and cooperation. Our nurturing educators promote a love for learning and work hand-in-hand with...

Care Member says "“My child has had absolute amazing experience at daycare! The staff was attentive and caring, the activities were engaging and educational, and the...

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KIDS' CARE CLUB

10414 CRAFTSMAN WAY SAN DIEGO, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Cooperative
Academic
Preschool
Kids Care Club has been providing care for 6 week to 5 year old children since 2007. We combine Traditional, Montessori, and 21st Century techniques to provide age appropriate activities for all. With two extensive play yards, a huge outdoor classroom for gardening activities, and seven bright classrooms, we like to have fun...
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FAQs for finding Montessori schools near you in San Diego, CA

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