Looking for the best Montessori school in Irvine? We ranked the top 4 schools in Irvine, California by verified Google rating, review volume and accreditation. Each campus listed below is an authentic Montessori program — many accredited by AMI, AMS or CCMA — serving toddler, primary and elementary ages. MontessoriCity verifies every school directly with the operator. Updated June 2026.
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Aizhen Montessori School is a verified Montessori school in Irvine, California. Serving children with the authentic Montessori method.
View Aizhen Montessori School full profile →Little Explorers Montessori is a verified Montessori school in Irvine, California. Serving children with the authentic Montessori method.
View Little Explorers Montessori full profile →Spectrum Montessori at Portola Springs is a Montessori school located in Irvine, California.
View Spectrum Montessori at Portola Springs full profile →Irvine Montessori School is a verified Montessori school in Irvine, California. Serving children with the authentic Montessori method.
View Irvine Montessori School full profile →Tuition for Montessori schools in Irvine typically ranges from $9,000 to $25,000 per year depending on the program (toddler, primary or elementary), full vs half day, and accreditation. Contact each school directly for current rates.
AMI (Association Montessori Internationale) was founded by Maria Montessori and emphasizes strict adherence to her original method. AMS (American Montessori Society) is a U.S.-based organization that accepts a broader interpretation. Both are reputable; AMI tends to be more traditional.
Most Irvine Montessori schools accept children from 18 months (toddler community) through age 12 (upper elementary). Primary or "Casa" classrooms typically start at age 2.5–3.
Most Montessori schools in Irvine are independent (private). A small number of public school boards offer Montessori-stream programs — check with your local district.