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Montessori Schools in Walnut Creek, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 52 listed Montessori schools

Redwood International Montessori

Three of our children attended the school between 2015 and 2023; the quality of instruction, care for student well being and overall...

- Jinanne T.

Lotus Montessori

I would give 10 stars if I could. I like that Lotus Montessori provides healthy, balanced, and warm meals and snacks. Children love the big...

- Soyeon L.

The Elie House

I cannot say enough good things about The Elie House! I have had two of my daughters attend The Elie House, and I plan to have my 3rd as...

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Creative Hearts

914 Piute CT Walnut Creek, CA

State license verified

Waldorf
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
+ 1 more
We follow an earth schooling curriculum similar to that of Waldorf education, the learning process is essentially threefold, engaging head, heart, and hands-or thinking, feeling, and doing. We ask questions and treat each little like a child who knows the answers and wants to think for themselves, We explore learning through...
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Child care
Preschool
The Springfield Montessori School provides childcare for infants and toddlers and an after school program in Walnut Creek, California. Their facilities and curriculum provide an age and developmentally appropriate environment for social, physical, and cognitive growth in which each child has opportunities to learn, grow and...
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Learnin g Garden Montessori

575 Walnut Ave Walnut Creek, CA

In-Home daycare
Preschool
We provide a fun and learning environment in a safe and clean home. Our low ratio of child/teacher has given us the opportunity to be able to have a lot of one on one as well as group interaction with children. We serve children ages 2 months to 5 years old since 1994 with an excellent reputation.
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Redwood International Montessori

2400 OLD CROW CANYON RD SAN RAMON, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$2000/mo
Montessori
International
Academic
Child care
Located very close to the heart of Silicon Valley, The Redwoods International Montessori School, (TRIMONT) absorbs the vibrant culture of its international inhabitants. TRIMONT is a sanctuary of child centered calm in the midst of an ever changing, bustling and innovative world. The vision of TRIMONT is to enrich the lives of...

Jinanne T. says "Three of our children attended the school between 2015 and 2023; the quality of instruction, care for student well being and overall experience have been...

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Lotus Montessori

2120 Omega Road San Ramon, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Montessori
+ 2 more
Founded in 2021, Lotus Montessori (LM) is dedicated to providing children with education for independence through a high-quality Montessori program. Our program, aimed for children who are 2-6 years, is guided by American Montessori Society (AMS) trained teachers who play a critical role in the development of the child's...

Soyeon L. says "I would give 10 stars if I could. I like that Lotus Montessori provides healthy, balanced, and warm meals and snacks. Children love the big sand box, play...

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The Elie House

Lila Del Court Concord, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

The love & attentive care of a nanny, developmental & interactive benefits of a preschool & the comfortable atmosphere of a home.... We're a parent-trusted, licensed small in-home daycare and preschool near PH Bart. If you know a parent looking for nurturing, high-quality care, we'd love to connect. Welcome to...

Care Member says "I cannot say enough good things about The Elie House! I have had two of my daughters attend The Elie House, and I plan to have my 3rd as well. As a...

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ALICE'S MONTESSORI - ASTRID

105 ASTRID DRIVE PLEASANT HILL, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$1950/mo
Montessori
Child care
Day Care
Kindergarten
Preschool

Care Member says "Both of my kids have thrived at Alice’s Montessori. They really prepared my daughter for kindergarten and my son is currently learning so much. We are...

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Oakland Community Montessori School

4100 Redwood Rd, Ste 20A OAKLAND, CA

5.0(1)
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
In-Home daycare
Preschool
At OCMS, we’re reimagining early childhood education as a space for liberation, cultural affirmation, and joyful discovery. We offer a warm, in-home learning environment where children ages 18 months to 4 years are deeply seen, supported, and empowered to grow into confident, compassionate thinkers. Our approach is inspired by...

Care Member says "We've had our daughter enrolled in OCMS for close to a year now and we've been impressed with her development in several areas. OCMS offers something...

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Little Joys

2154 Orin Lane Pleasant Hill, CA

5.0(2)
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
a small family daycare dedicated to raising your expectations of your child

Renata H. says "My daughter has been going here for about a year. She's been very happy with the level of care and activities that she receives. Everyday she comes home...

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Happylia Kids

1429 Saint James Parkway Concord, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Our goal at Mana's Montessori Preschool and Child Care (formerly known as Happylia Kids) is to prepare children for the next stage of their lives through the development of motor abilities, thinking skills, and healthy interactions with their peers.

Jolie M. says "Our daughter was one of the first kids to attend Happylia. It's been just over a year and we are loving it. She was 5 months old when she started and has...

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The Learning Forest Academy

3985 MAJESTIC DR CONCORD, CA

5.0(7)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Montessori
+ 3 more
We are The Learning Forest Academy (Childcare Home) in Concord, CA. Our childcare home offers a loving learning environment for children ages 12 months through 6 years.  We provide all home-cooked, healthy, organic, kosher meals. We pride ourselves in being culturally responsive and as a nature based, Montessori...

Danielle M. says "Our son started here at 10 months old and we’ve had a great experience the whole time. Compassionate and capable staff, beautiful property with learning...

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CANNON, JANET

4778 DAVENPORT AVE OAKLAND, CA

5.0(4)
starting at
$1950/mo
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Reggio emilia
+ 2 more
We are the School House Kids! We laugh, we dance, we sing, we paint, we garden, we harvest, we bake, we PLAY! Play is the work of children. We use BEST PRACTICES as our guiding philosophy in early education. We are located in the Laurel and Redwood Heights Neighborhood, easily accessible from high way 13 or from 580. We...

Care Member says "Schoolhouse Kids is run by a wonderful group of caretakers. They keep us posted on the daily activities and are great with communication with our...

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Oak Grove Learning

8115 Fontaine Street Oakland, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Kindergarten
Preschool
Oak Grove is a family-owned and operated Montessori preschool in Oakland, CA opened in January 2020. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality care for each child in a loving, nurturing, and stimulating academic environment. Specifically, we offer an academic Montessori school curriculum which is a developmentally...
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Creative Montessori Preschool

1350 Moraga Way Moraga, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Academic
Child care
Preschool
We specialize in Early Childhood Education guided by the principles of Maria Montessori. Our new students are word of mouth... parents telling other families about the high quality academics, tenured teachers and beautiful environment. We accept children starting at age 2 thru age 5 and include a complete Kindergarten program....
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A New World Of Montessori

101 SONORA AVENUE Danville, CA

State license verified

International
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Montessori
+ 2 more
A New World of Montessori preschool mission is to create an educational community based on the principles of Dr. Maria Montessori. We serve children 0 to 6 years of age and their families in our Infant/Toddler, Primary and Kindergarten program, inspiring independence, a love of learning, and a respect for the inter-connectedness...
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Lasha Starz

1441 Detroit Avenue #272 CONCORD, CA

starting at
$1600/mo
Special needs
Reggio emilia
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Waldorf
+ 1 more
At Lasha starz, we provide a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for children to grow, explore, and thrive. As a licensed in-home daycare, we combine the warmth of a home setting with the structure and learning opportunities of a quality early childhood program. Small group sizes allow for more one-on-one attention and a...
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Peace Flower Montessori

2120 Omega Road San Ramon, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Peace Flower Montessori is a diverse educational community built on Montessori philosophy. At Peace Flower, teachers attend to the student's individual needs so that they achieve personal and academic excellence and become lifelong learners who respect themselves, others and their environment. Teachers have more than 12 years...
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ANGELS MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL - CONCORD

1566 BAILEY RD CONCORD, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Child care
Day Care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Angels Montessori Preschool and Kindergarten is an early childhood center offering a Montessori program for children 2 – 6 years. At Angels Montessori Preschool and Kindergarten children are respected as individuals and are encouraged to develop their total personality at their own pace within their individual growth style. This...
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EduCare Early Learning Center

4003 Roland Drive Concord, CA

Reggio emilia
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
Providing exceptional infant/toddler care - age six weeks to 3 years. Serving Contra Costa County, California.
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Little Explorers Preschool

68th Ave Oakland, CA

Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Cooperative
Academic
+ 2 more
Warm greetings, Little Explorers Preschool focus is to provide a stimulating, diverse, safe, nurturing environment that builds lifelong skills that encourages each child to ask questions to set children up for success in kindergarten and beyond for all children ages 1 to 6 years of age. Little Explorers Preschool is a...
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FAQs for finding Montessori schools near you in Walnut Creek, CA

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