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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...

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KIDS AVE ENRICHMENT LEARNING CENTER

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

- shannon A.

SKILLS LEARNING CENTER

My daughter has been learning in Skills learning center from August 2022 till Jun 2024. To her and us, Skills learning center was like her...

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Montessori Discovery School

8559 Fanita Dr Santee, CA

Child care
Preschool
Montessori Discovery School is open Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. We serve children from age 2 through age 6 with Half Day, School Day, Extended Day and Full Day schedules. The Twos class maintains a low teacher:child ratio of 1:5 and provides opportunities for social skills, language development, small and large...
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Shooting Stars Daycare

7831 Golfcrest Dr. San Diego, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Montessori
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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KIDS AVE ENRICHMENT LEARNING CENTER

6248 EL CAJON BLVD SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Montessori
+ 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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SKILLS LEARNING CENTER

13942 CHANCELLOR WAY POWAY, CA

5.0(9)

State license verified

starting at
$1250/mo
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
We believe that the first 6 years of a child"s life are very important as they lay the academic, social, physical and developmental foundation for the rest of their lives. We provide beautiful, rich indoor and outdoor environments and outstanding academic opportunities for children. We pride ourselves in the results of our hard...

Care Member says "My daughter has been learning in Skills learning center from August 2022 till Jun 2024. To her and us, Skills learning center was like her second home,...

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MONTESSORI ACHIEVEMENT CENTRE

10435 CAMPO RD SPRING VALLEY, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Montessori
Day Care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Montessori Achievement Centre (MAC) is a happy place where children come because they ‘love to learn’. MAC was founded in September of 1984 by Patricia Wheeler and we are very happy to have recently celebrated our 40th anniversary. Our school reflects Dr. Maria Montessori's remarkable vision and method. We carry her core...

Care Member says "They have a friendly staff. All the teachers are kind and professional. Great Montessori school for toddlers and kindergartners. Both, my children had...

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LA MATERNELLE

4848 SEMINOLE DR SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1350/mo
International
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
+ 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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SUNSHINE'S PRESCHOOL ACADEMY

3205 WASHINGTON ST LEMON GROVE, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1500/mo
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Child care
+ 2 more
At Sunshine's Preschool Academy, we offer exceptional, high quality affordable childcare, serving toddlers 18 months - 5 years old. We use creative curriculum and follow guidelines according to state preschool. We are accredited and offer free childcare base off of income eligibility.

Erica S. says "Sunshine's Preschool Academy has helped me a lot. I have had my daughter enrolled since 2022, she is actually graduating out and moving out to Kindergarten...

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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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Montessori Child Development Center Poway

14911 Espola Road Poway, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Kindergarten
Preschool
Kindergarten literally translated means Children's Garden. It is a place where children will grow and flourish in their beginning education. MCDC's Primary program for three, four and five year olds is a three to four year kindergarten depending on a child's birthday. There is no preschooling. Kindergarten foundations for...
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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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Horizon Stars

13659 Janette Ln POWAY, CA

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
International
+ 3 more
At Horizon Stars ✨ Home 🏡 Daycare, we believe every child shines brightest in an environment filled with love, curiosity, and discovery. Located in the heart of Poway, we offer exceptional early childhood education for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children, focusing on nurturing the whole child—socially,...
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Country Montessori School

12642 Monte Vista Road Poway, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Kindergarten
Preschool
Country Montessori School was founded by a group of parents and teachers in 1989. It provides an authentic Montessori education for children from 2.5 to 11 years of age. The Board of Directors is comprised of the Head of School, parents and teachers. There are three Early Education classrooms and a Lower Elementary and an...
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Monarch Gardens Preschool LLC

488 Nothomb Street El Cajon, CA

Reggio emilia
Waldorf
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
+ 3 more
Hello my name is Mary and I am a new teacher in the Granite Hills area of El Cajon. I started this home based preschool with the vision of creating a nurturing environment for learning and getting your preschooler ready for kindergarten. Lil Monarchs have circle time, outdoor play and one on one and small group academic...
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Horizon Stars

13659 Janette Ln POWAY, CA

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
International
+ 3 more
At Horizon Stars ✨ Home 🏡 Daycare, we believe every child shines brightest in an environment filled with love, curiosity, and discovery. Located in the heart of Poway, we offer exceptional early childhood education for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children, focusing on nurturing the whole child—socially,...
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Nicole's Little Ducklings

9041 El Dorado Parkway El Cajon, CA

Hello parents! My title is neither nanny, nor daycare center, as I fall wonderfully in between. You get all the benefits of both with me. No large groups of children fighting for attention & passing viruses around! Yet, I provide all meals, snacks, learning & craft supplies at no extra charge. We also take trips to...
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Creative Hearts Daycare

6848 Airoso Ave San Diego, CA

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Waldorf
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
+ 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 East County Preschool & Infant Care

9840 Maine Lakeside, CA

3.0(2)
We at Montessori East County Preschool & Infant Care take pride in providing the HIGHEST quality of child care to each and every one of our beautiful children! We believe in the Montessori philosophy; the philosophy of educating, encouraging and nourishing children at a young age, in-turn, starting them off on the right foot for...

Cameron S. says "I cannot say enough wonderful things about MECP. Leaving your children in the care of others is easily the scariest and hardest thing to do as a mother....

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Little Learners

10353 SAN DIEGO MISSION RD SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(2)
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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Growing Place Montessori Inc

13242 Pomerado Rd Poway, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Growing Place Montessori Inc in Poway, California 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 families and kids from Toddler, Kindergarten, Extended Day Care, and After School...
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Child care
A Child's Center of Wonder and Discovery Preschool is a non-profit preschool that offers a stimulating environment for learning. It uses various philosophies in teaching children such as the Reggio Emilia, Montessori, Waldorf, and Wonder and Discovery. The school activities aim to develop child's positive self-image, emotional...
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FAQs for finding Montessori schools near you in Santee, CA

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