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Montecito Preschool

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

1468 Grant Road, Los Altos, CA 94024

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
5
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
5/19/2025
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

Montecito Preschool is a family-owned preschool located in Los Altos, CA, serving children ages two through Kindergarten with a 60-year history. The school features a 2-acre natural campus with gardens, farm animals, and outdoor classrooms, emphasizing play-based, developmentally appropriate learning.

Philosophy
Children direct their own learning through an emergent curriculum based on their interests, skills, and age. The school emphasizes hands-on, play-based learning that builds academic and life skills while fostering honesty, friendship, thankfulness, joy, and cooperation.
Ages served
Two years of age through Kindergarten
Outdoor
2-acre campus with century-old trees, lush gardens, playgrounds, forts, bike circle, and barnyard animals; outdoor classrooms and outdoor sinks

Programs

  • •Preschool programs
  • •Kindergarten programs
  • •Drop-In and Back-Up Programs
  • •Extended Stay options

Highlights

  • ✓60 years in business
  • ✓2-acre natural campus with farm animals and gardens
  • ✓Play-based, hands-on curriculum
  • ✓Flexible scheduling options

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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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