The Montessori School of Encinitas is dedicated to the philosophy and method of Dr. Maria Montessori, which consists of language development, reading, math skills, science, geography, art, music and movement. The school's goal is to provide a safe, stable environment that enables kids to develop self-confidence, independence, inner discipline and a love for learning.
The school enrolls children from the age of 6 weeks to 6 years. There are full-day and partial-day options, and lunch and snacks are included in the cost of tuition. There are also two-, three- and five-day programs, infant programs, toddler programs, pre-primary programs and primary programs. Call or stop by for information about tuition and the application process.
Crystal Lake Montessori School is an educational institution that offers accredited Montessori instruction to students from 6 weeks through to age 14. In addition to the academic curriculum, it offers students in grades 9 through 12 access to its band program, wherein students receive lessons for a fee and can choose to either rent instruments or bring their own. Students can also attend field trips to such destinations as Washington D.C., North Carolina and Nature's Classroom.
Located off Baily Road right between where Ygnacio Valley Road and Treat Boulevard cross Clayton Road in a quiet corner is the family-friendly Angels Montessori Preschool. At Angels Montessori, children are guaranteed the opportunity to learn at their own pace and build self-esteem while they are educated as individuals. An "education for life" method is practiced here—one that, while strong in language, methematics, art and humanities, also addressed life skills like problem-solving, courteous behavior and self-expression.
Merrimack Valley Montessori School hosts children ages 2 through 6. Owner Christine Brown and the staff of caring teachers ensure a safe, fun environment. The low staff-to-student ratio provides students with personalized attention. The school offers three- and five-day programs and is open September through June. Parents are encouraged to get involved with their children's education and are kept well informed about their progress.
The Temecula Montessori Academy is located off of Jefferson Avenue in the Adobe Plaza. It serves pre-school aged children from 7 a.m. until 6 p.m. Daycare is also available for no additional cost. With safety in mind, the school is only accessible via a single entry complete with a keypad. Children will learn practical life skills, language, math, writing, reading, cultural appreciation, science, botany, zoology, Spanish, art, music and dance. If you are interested, you are welcome to have your child try out the program for a day.
Laguna Niguel Montessori Center was the first MSAC accredited Montessori school in Southern California. This school provides Montessori education for children ages two thru seven.
The classrooms are sizable and arranged to stimulate and engage the children's interest, while allowing a sense of warmth and security. The playground includes grass, sand and age-appropriate equipment to assist in developing large motor skills. The school offers a hot lunch program provided by "Lunch 2 you" which provides balanced, fresh, organic choices that contains no trans fats and are completely hormone free.
Before and after school care options are also available at this location.
Sunshine Preschool Montessori is a pre-school that works with students starting at age 2. The school allows children to learn basics, as well as play together and interact with other children starting from a young age.
