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    Annex Montessori Childcare Center

    3400 Aerojet Ave, El Monte, California CA 91731

    Rating Average star rating and review count.Source: Google

    3.8 (10)
    This school
    3.8★
    El Monte avg
    4.4★
    California avg
    4.8★

    About

    Annex Montessori Childcare Center is a Montessori school located in El Monte, California.

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    Is this an accredited Montessori school?

    No accreditation or membership from a recognized Montessori body (AMI, AMS, or Montessori Canada) is on file for this listing. Because "Montessori" isn't a protected trademark in the US or Canada — a 1967 USPTO ruling put the term in the public domain — any school can use the name regardless of how closely it follows the method. That doesn't mean this school isn't authentically Montessori; it means accreditation status isn't the way to check here. Ask the school directly about their teacher training (look for AMI or AMS-trained staff) and ask to observe a classroom work cycle.

    Accreditation is not the same as an operating licence. A provincial/state child care licence or private school registration only confirms a school is legally allowed to operate — it says nothing about whether the teaching method is Montessori.

    Teacher credentials matter too. Ask how many lead teachers hold AMI, AMS, or MACTE-accredited teacher training — a strong signal independent of the school's own accreditation status.

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    Reviews

    Parents report that their children have adjusted well and developed significantly at Annex Montessori, with teachers described as friendly, caring, and invested in each child's growth. Most reviews highlight strong early learning outcomes and a nurturing environment, though one parent's updated review raised concerns about frequent staff and director turnover, lack of classroom structure beyond basic routines, and security procedures.

    • Teachers Irene and Tana helped children reach proficient kindergarten levels
    • Children show significant growth in vocabulary, independence, and milestone achievement
    • Loving, nurturing environment where anxious children adjust quickly
    • Frequent teacher and director changes (5+ directors in 3+ years)
    • Year-round activities and weekly events planned

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    3.8

    10 reviews

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