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Great Foundations Montessori-Northwood

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

4980 Irvine Blvd., Irvine, CA 92620

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
5/6/2025
Total visits
7

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

Great Foundations Montessori - Northwood has provided an authentic Montessori experience for children ages 24 months to 6 years since 2011, with mixed-age classrooms and tenured, credentialed Montessori Guides. The school offers three distinct programs: Pre-Primary for toddlers, Primary for ages 3-5, and Kindergarten Enrichment for ages 5-6.

Philosophy
The Montessori method focusing on supporting children during their Absorbent Mind years, nurturing independence, curiosity, and love of learning through hands-on materials and mixed-age classrooms.
Ages served
24 months to 6 years
Hours
Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Programs

  • •Pre-Primary Montessori (24-36 months)
  • •Primary Montessori (3-5 years)
  • •Kindergarten Enrichment (5-6 years)

Highlights

  • ✓Original Great Foundations Montessori school, established in 2011
  • ✓Free live streaming video access to observe your child's day
  • ✓Montessori Compass online resource for parent updates and teacher communication
  • ✓Three-hour work cycle using materials created by Dr. Maria Montessori

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