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Mission San Jose Children's House

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

40065 Mission Blvd, Fremont, CA 94539

Visit website ↗(510) 668-1277Directions ↗Licensed for 45
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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: 7/26/2024 (3 total).

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

About this preschool

Mission San Jose Children's House, part of Montessori West schools, is closing December 31, 2026 and is no longer accepting new enrollments. The school provided authentic Montessori education for children ages 18 months to 12 years with a focus on independence, curiosity, and child-driven learning.

Philosophy
Montessori approach emphasizing child-driven activities, independence, intrinsic motivation, and hands-on learning. Teachers guide rather than overshadow. Children conduct their own projects and work independently and collaboratively. The curriculum is based on the principle that education is a natural process developed through experiences where the child acts on their environment.
Ages served
18 months to 12 years
Hours
Before and after school childcare from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Programs

  • •Toddler (18 months - 3 years)
  • •Primary/Preschool - Kindergarten (3 - 6 years)
  • •Elementary (Grades 1 - 6)

Highlights

  • ✓Licensed by Association Montessori International (AMI/USA)
  • ✓Year-round school programs available
  • ✓Before and after school childcare
  • ✓Authentic Montessori education since 1974

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Exact daily hours, Teacher ratio, Meals/snacks, Outdoor play specifics, Closure effective date details. Ask the preschool directly.

Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 24, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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