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Montessori American School

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

3604 Bonita Road, Chula Vista, CA 91910

Visit website ↗(619) 422-1220Directions ↗Licensed for 96
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
3/15/2024
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

Montessori American School is a private, bilingual preschool and kindergarten serving children ages 2-6 in the San Diego area. The school uses Montessori methodology and reports that 98% of students meet or exceed national benchmarks.

Philosophy
Help Me Do It By Myself - designed to fulfill each child's personal needs, promoting independence, confidence, and discipline while allowing children to learn at their own pace
Ages served
2-6 years old

Programs

  • •Early Childhood
  • •Summer Camp
  • •Enrichments

Highlights

  • ✓98% of students meet or exceed national benchmarks
  • ✓Bilingual education
  • ✓Montessori methodology
  • ✓First-grade ready preparation

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