See below for some of the most common questions people have about our school.
Montessori Schools are not inherently a franchise. The Montessori method of education was developed by Dr. Maria Montessori in the early 20th century in Italy. Montessori schools operate independently as individual schools or part of a small network or associations.
The method emphasizes self directed learning in a prepared environment (classroom) to foster a child’s natural curiosity and love for learning. Therefore a school that follows the principles and practices of the Montessori method of education can call themselves a Montessori school.
Montessori educators create an individual plan for each child based on their interest and abilities.
We follow the California state regulations. Preschool classrooms are 1 adult : 12 children and Toddler classrooms are 1 Adult: 6 children.
We offer a variety of part time and full time programs to suit the childcare needs of each family.
We do accept state and county subsidized child care assistance programs i:e, PUSD, options, Crystal stairs, CalWorks etc. We also accept Military assistance programs i:e Childcare Aware of America
We provide FREE hot lunch and AM and PM snacks.
The transition is usually very smooth. Research indicates that Montessori graduates typically score well on standardized tests, and consistently show enhanced ability for following directions, independent thinking, and adapting to new situations
Our operating hours are Monday through Friday, from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
We accept children from 6 weeks to 6 years old.
Yes, we are fully licensed by the state and meet all regulatory requirements for safety and staff qualifications.
Tuition rates vary based on the age of the child and the program chosen. Please contact our office for detailed information.
We use a Montessori-based curriculum that focuses on child-led learning, fostering independence, and developing critical thinking skills.
The Montessori method emphasizes hands-on, self-paced, collaborative, and joyful learning. In our environment, children are encouraged to explore and learn at their own pace with guidance from trained Montessori educators.
Yes, we offer both part-time and drop-in care options. Availability for these options can vary, so please check with us for current openings.
Activities include practical life skills, sensory activities, language and literacy, math, cultural studies, art, and outdoor play. Each activity is designed to promote learning and development in a fun and engaging way.
Our health and safety protocols include regular cleaning and sanitizing, secure entrances, staff background checks, first aid and CPR training, and adherence to state health guidelines.
Children who are ill should stay at home. If a child becomes ill while at daycare, parents will be notified and expected to pick up their child as soon as possible. A child must be symptom-free for 24 hours before returning.
Yes, we provide nutritious meals and snacks. Our menu is designed to meet the dietary needs of growing children, and we can accommodate special dietary restrictions with advance notice.
To enroll your child, please fill out our enrollment application form available on our website or at our office. You will also need to submit a registration fee and provide necessary documentation such as immunization records.
There can be a waitlist depending on the age group and program. We recommend submitting your application as early as possible to secure a spot.
We have an open-door policy for parents. You are welcome to visit at any time, though we encourage scheduling visits ahead of time to ensure minimal disruption to the classroom.
We communicate with parents through daily reports, newsletters, and parent-teacher conferences. We also use email and phone calls for more immediate communication.
Parents can get involved by participating in classroom activities, volunteering for events, joining our parent committee, and attending parent-teacher conferences and workshops.
I want to say, I absolutely love the time we were here at this school,my son Sage and my daughter Rain absolutely loved this school, it felt absolutely safe, and the teachers were all so caring and loving. My husband got offered a job opportunity that required us to relocate only after being in the school for only a week and a half, but I would 100% recommend the school. It's a really good school and for a mother leaving her kids for the first time ever, I felt so comfortable. The teachers and staff are absolutely amazing
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They are great, very friendly and family oriented business. They provide really good accounting of meals and changing and regularly communicate about overall child's health and development.
Parent
My son had the best experiences in room 2 with Ms. Susanna. She is so patient with all her kids. My little one is very fond of her. He never once came home in a bad mood, and sometimes even wanted to stay longer. He learned so much in her class such as how to count to 20 in English and Spanish, sing songs in both languages, shapes, colors, how to color in the lines, sharing, and how to treat others with respect. Any child lucky enough to be in her class will be off to a great start with their education! It's not just daycare, but so much more! Thank you Ms. Susanna for all the time and attention you gave my little boy. I will forever be grateful for you!
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I have to give 5 starts ++++ to all the teachers in this school, I sent my kids here since they were 2 and half years old, they had potty trained at Miss Susana's class it was such a relief for me, they were both out of their diapers in 2 weeks. and Miss Anna was my daughter's favorite teacher, they have so much love and fun with kids. It makes my kids love to go to school everyday, especially my daughter wants to bring Miss Anna Home and Miss Rowana, Miss Shirley are awesome and easy to work with, they always keep me updated with my kids school work and thier status, i am highly recommend
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I can not say enough good things about Ms. Nydia and the staff of classroom 1! It was my baby boys first time going to any daycare and he was really nervous. Everyday Ms. Nydia helped him adjust and showed me the small signs of improvement. After some time he embraced them and loved going. No more tears at drop off and there were times he didn't want to leave at the end of the day. Ms. Nydia respected our bilingual home and communicated in Spanish and English to my son. His grandmother was so sad to see him go to daycare but even she was won over and became friends with Ms. Nydia. Thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts! We are on to class room 2 now but love that she isn't too far away to still say Hi
Parent
Montessori School of Chino Hills always feels like a family environment. The owners are very kind and understanding. I worked here for 10+ years as their elementary teacher but had to leave as we moved out of the area. My youngest child (who is now almost 7 years old) also had her child care here when she was 1 and the infant room had the most wonderful teachers. They were attentive, patient, and really gave the best infant care. Can never thank enough the MSCH family. If you live in the area or nearby area, this school is highly recommended.
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