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Early Bird Montessori School - Center

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Montessori
Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

20104 Center Street, Castro Valley, CA 94546

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
1/13/2025
Total visits
3

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Early Bird Montessori School in Castro Valley serves children ages 2 to 6 using the Montessori philosophy, with a focus on self-directed learning, independence, and individual growth. The school has served the community for over 20 years and offers tailored programs including Toddler, Primary, and Spanish instruction.

Philosophy
Guided by the Montessori philosophy, the school fosters growth across cognitive, social, emotional, and physical dimensions through self-directed, hands-on learning in a calm, nurturing environment that respects each child's unique needs and potential.
Ages served
Ages 2 to 6

Programs

  • •Toddler Program
  • •Primary Program
  • •Spanish Program

Highlights

  • ✓Montessori students outperform peers with 15-30% higher achievement in ELA, Math, and Science
  • ✓Tailored programming customized to each child's unique needs
  • ✓Teaches Spanish and other languages including Chinese
  • ✓Experienced educators dedicated to helping children reach full potential

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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