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Back Bay Montessori

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

398 University Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Visit website ↗(949) 548-3771Directions ↗Licensed for 67
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
1/7/2025
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

Back Bay Montessori offers Montessori-based early childhood education for children ages 2 to 6 years across two programs: Primary (2-4.5 years) and Pre-K/Kindergarten (4.5-6 years). The school follows Maria Montessori's teachings through well-prepared environments designed to meet each child's individual needs and foster a love of learning.

Philosophy
Follow the teachings and principals of Maria Montessori through well prepared environments that meet the needs and challenges of all children. Strive for academic excellence through Language, Math, Geography, Science, Sensorial activities, and Practical Life. Promote social graciousness, caring for each other and the world, and allow children freedom to explore, make mistakes, question and grow at a pace comfortable to the child. Education of the very young child prepares them for life, not just school.
Ages served
2 to 6 years of age (Primary: 2 to 4.5 years; Pre-K/Kindergarten: 4.5 to 6 years)

Programs

  • •Primary (2 to 4.5 years)
  • •Pre-K/Kindergarten (4.5 to 6 years)

Highlights

  • ✓Montessori methodology
  • ✓Well-prepared learning environments
  • ✓Curriculum in Language, Math, Geography, Science, Sensorial activities, and Practical Life
  • ✓Individual-paced learning approach

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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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