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Montessori Center SD

5.0(5)

#5 of 6 in Poway

12904 Carriage Rd, Poway, California CA 92064

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5.0 (5)

This school

5.0★

Poway avg

5.0★

California avg

4.8★

About

Montessori Center SD is a Montessori school located in Poway, California.

Tuition & Programs

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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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Location

12904 Carriage Rd, Poway, California CA 92064

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Reviews

Parents consistently praise Ms. Elizabeth and Montessori Center SD for delivering authentic Montessori education with a strong emphasis on real learning and growth. Families highlight the balance of free play and structured learning, the quality of meals provided, and the community-building events throughout the year. Children are reported to arrive at elementary school well-prepared academically and with strong social-emotional skills.

Ms. Elizabeth leads authentic Montessori program
Healthy homemade meals provided daily
Backyard activities including tricycles and Splash Day
Children arrive at elementary school ahead of peers
Community celebrations and family gatherings throughout year

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