Montessori Preschools near Orinda, CA
Our early childhood program provides a nurturing, play-based learning environment that supports preschool readiness, creativity, and healthy development. We incorporate nature-inspired experiences,...
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Children’s Garden Montessori School is a small home-based Montessori and play-based preschool in El Cerrito for children 17 months – 5 years old. We believe in following the spirit of the child and...
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At Cool Kids Club, our play-based approach nurtures curiosity, independence, and confidence in a warm, safe, and stimulating home environment. Children learn through open-ended, hands-on activities...
Montessori Preschool Program
Warm, attentive infant care for ages 6 weeks and up. Babies enjoy a nurturing routine with meals, naps, sensory play, water play, outdoor time, stories, and age-appropriate activities. Small group care supports secure relationships, exploration, and early development.
Toddler Care Program
A play-based toddler program that builds independence, confidence, and curiosity. Toddlers enjoy hands-on learning through art, music, movement, stories, outdoor play, water play, and open-ended activities in a warm, small-group setting.
Also offers: Before and After Care Program, Drop-In Care Program
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ABC Daycare is a nurturing home-based environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. The director has been open for four years and enjoys spending time engaging with children as they are...
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A diverse, nurturing Montessori community dedicated to providing children with a high-quality education that fosters creativity, curiosity, and independence — from infancy through kindergarten....
Preschool (18 months – 3 years)
Structured routines that build independence, language, and social confidence. Toddlers explore through sensory play, arts and crafts, circle time, music, and outdoor adventures — guided by nurturing teachers in a warm Montessori environment designed just for them.
Pre-K & Kindergarten
Our AMS-certified flagship classroom blends individual and group lessons in reading, phonics, math, and cultural studies. Children thrive at their own pace in a mixed-age setting — building independence through enrichment in yoga, music, arts, and Dance.
Also offers: Before and After school care, Infants Program
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Now enrolling for the 2026–2027 academic year, and Summer Camp. Celebrating 35 years of Montessori excellence in Walnut Creek! At Springfield Montessori Walnut Creek, our experienced teachers...
Preschool Program
Our preschool program supports each child’s growth through individualized Montessori lessons that spark curiosity, build social-emotional confidence, and prepare them academically for kindergarten and beyond.
Toddler Program
Our toddler program offers a warm, nurturing space where children build early independence, language, and motor skills through hands-on Montessori activities, music, movement, and guided social interactions.
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Early learning program serving infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Care includes educational activities, music and dance classes, and a preschool program.
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Loving, home-like care where little ones feel safe, happy, and loved while they learn, play, and grow.
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Childcare provider offering early learning services to young children. Challenges are presented daily to encourage knowledge, self-confidence, and pushing the limit. Children become motivated and...
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As an official sponsor of the U.S. State Department-regulated au pair program for over 35 years, Cultural Care has placed more than 175,000 au pairs in the homes of American host families. These au...
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Established Montessori preschool with optional Spanish immersion program. Facility is child friendly and includes age appropriate furniture. Children learn through imagination and exploration and have...
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Our daycare is a bilingual daycare that is located in downtown Castro Valley. The classes have Chinese, English,Math, science,Art and Music. We offer breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks in between.
Montessori Preschool Program
Drop-In Care Program
Also offers: Spring Bilingual Daycare
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Preschools near Orinda, CA
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Since 2013, Bright Star has offered Bay Area parents with loving care meaningful early learning for their little ones. Children build strong foundations in letters, numbers, social-emotional skills,...
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Tweety's Childcare & Preschool is a licensed, home-based childcare center in Martinez dedicated to providing a high-quality educational experience in a "home away from home" setting. Led by Moj...
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Speaks Spanish
Happy Liza's Daycare is located near Castro Valley High School, Ca. We offer a variety of services that range in age from infants to six years old. We foster a nurturing, loving, safe environment and...
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Licensed Home Preschool in Concord serving infants through school-age children. Preschool curriculum, kindergarten readiness, fresh homemade meals, small-group learning, and a safe, nurturing...
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Our program is thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of both children and their families. We offer a warm, home-like environment with age-appropriate materials, experienced caregivers, and a newly...
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Our program structure covers a daily schedule, which we follow consistently to give the children a sense of security. This program structure reflects the developmental needs of the children. Our...
Preschool Program
Daily Program Structure
We create fun learning opportunities for children to explore in a safe nurturing environment. 8:30 Music 9:00 Circle time 9:30 Daily activity 10:30 Outdoor play 11:45 Clean up 12:00 Lunch 12:40 Clean up 12:50 Nap/rest 1:50 Clean up/ free play 2:15 Story time or music 2:30 Outdoor play
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Speaks Spanish
We offer a fun, play-based learning experience where their unique talents are nurtured, friendships bloom, and they gain the skills they need for kindergarten success. It's a place where your child...
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Guides
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The Cost of Childcare in California
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How to Know if Montessori is Right for Your Child
Montessori method is popular in early education, but is it right for your child? Here's how to determine if the Montessori method is right for your child.
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Montessori Method Pros and Cons
The Montessori method has been a popular method of education for decades. Explore the pros and cons of Montessori education.
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6 Tips on How to Choose a Montessori School
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FAQs About Orinda Montessori Preschools
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How is Montessori different from daycare / preschool?
- In Montessori, children use unique tools to discover and learn as they wish, whereas in standard daycare or preschool, there's often a planned curriculum with teacher-led activities.
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What is Montessori education?
- Montessori education, inspired by Dr. Maria Montessori's observations of children, emphasizes nurturing a child's natural desire to learn. Through hands-on experiences and self-directed activities, children are encouraged to become active seekers of knowledge.
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What is the best age to start Montessori daycare/preschool?
- While Montessori preschools generally enroll children from 2.5 to 3 years old, capitalizing on the benefits of the Montessori philosophy during early childhood, some Montessori daycares cater to infants as well.