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Heritage Montessori School

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

2032 Orange Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Visit website ↗(949) 764-9433Directions ↗Licensed for 90
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Licensing & safety record

✓ Clean licensing record

No citations or complaint visits on file with state licensing as of 2025-09-29. Last licensing visit: 7/31/2024 (3 total).

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

About this preschool

Heritage Montessori Newport Mesa is an authentic Montessori preschool and elementary school serving ages 2-9 in Costa Mesa, California. The school emphasizes independence, curiosity, and confidence through hands-on Montessori materials and mixed-age classrooms.

Philosophy
Our mission is to provide meaningful Montessori education that supports the development of the whole child. Children develop independence through practical life activities and hands-on learning, with a focus on building strong academic foundations while discovering their interests in a natural and engaging way.
Ages served
Ages 2-9 (Toddler Program ages 2-3, Primary Program ages 3-6, Elementary Program ages 6-9)
Hours
Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Outdoor
Beautiful outdoor spaces where students connect with nature and engage in activities that support curiosity and exploration; large outdoor playground

Programs

  • •Montessori Toddler Program (ages 2-3)
  • •Montessori Primary Program (ages 3-6)
  • •Montessori Elementary Program (ages 6-9)
  • •Digital Citizenship for Elementary Students

Highlights

  • ✓98% of students meet or exceed national first-grade readiness benchmarks
  • ✓Bilingual curriculum includes English and Spanish language experiences
  • ✓Mixed-age classrooms that promote collaboration and leadership skills
  • ✓Highly communicative staff shares insights and observations with parents

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