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Montessori East County Preschool

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

9840 Maine Avenue, Lakeside, CA 92040

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
5
Complaint visits
3
Last visit
9/23/2025
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

Montessori East County Preschool is a licensed infant care and preschool facility located in Lakeside, CA that has operated for 26+ years. The school provides programs for infants, toddlers, and pre-kindergarten age children in a Montessori environment.

Philosophy
The school promotes respect, independence, enthusiasm for learning, and appreciation for self and others through a loving, nurturing, stimulating, calm and caring environment. The Montessori philosophy affects the environment, methods of teaching, and quality of care provided.
Ages served
Infants, toddlers, and pre-kindergarten age children
Outdoor
Large gated building with playground

Programs

  • •Infant Program
  • •Toddler Program
  • •Preschool Program

Highlights

  • ✓Year round program with non-seasonal enrollment
  • ✓Year round special events
  • ✓Licensed facility adhering to state law requirements
  • ✓26+ years of childcare experience

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