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Woods Montessori Preschool,LLC, The

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

4885 Harbinson Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942

Visit website ↗(619) 439-6130Directions ↗Licensed for 71
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
3/21/2025
Total visits
5

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

The Woods Montessori Preschool & Children's Center uses the Montessori method to create a home-like, nature-centered environment where children explore and develop independence. The school serves toddlers through transitional kindergarteners with age-appropriate programs emphasizing hands-on learning and daily outdoor play.

Philosophy
A child-centered approach that fosters independence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning through hands-on discovery, exploration, and connection with the natural world.
Ages served
18 months to 6 years (Toddler: 18 months to 2 years; Preschool: 3 to 5 years; Transitional Kindergarten: 5 to 6 years)
Outdoor
Daily time in fresh air and natural spaces, encouraging exploration, movement, and discovery.

Programs

  • •Toddler (18 months to 2 years)
  • •Preschool (3 to 5 years)
  • •Transitional Kindergarten (5 to 6 years)

Highlights

  • ✓Montessori-trained educators
  • ✓Home-like, welcoming classrooms
  • ✓Daily outdoor play and nature-based learning
  • ✓Hands-on, play-based curriculum

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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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