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Bright Angel Montessori Academy

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Montessori
Ages
Infants (0–2 yrs)
Teacher ratio
1:4 (CA min)

687 Bay Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025

Visit website ↗(650) 485-2722Directions ↗Licensed for 36
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
9/25/2025
Total visits
3

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 2026-02-02). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Little Oak Preschool, established in 1996, serves infants through 6-year-olds with a hybrid Montessori and play-based learning approach in Menlo Park. The program emphasizes low teacher-to-child ratios, a nurturing environment, and enrichment activities including STEAM, music, dance, yoga, and Spanish.

Philosophy
Each child deserves a variety of experiences and opportunities to learn, create, and discover. The program pairs Montessori structure with joyful play, encouraging exploration, imagination, creativity, problem-solving, and appreciation for each child's unique personality, abilities, and interests.
Ages served
Newborn–6 years (Infants: Newborn–18 months; Toddlers: 18–30 months; Preschoolers: 2.5–4 years; TK/Pre-K: 3.5–6 years)
Hours
8AM–5:30PM
Outdoor
Outdoor playground available

Programs

  • •Infants (Newborn–18 months)
  • •Toddlers (18–30 months)
  • •Preschoolers (2.5–4 years)
  • •TK/Pre-K (3.5–6 years)
  • •STEAM activities
  • •Music
  • •Dance
  • •Yoga
  • •Spanish
  • •Montessori-inspired curriculum
  • •Play-based learning
  • •Multicultural curriculum

Highlights

  • ✓Low teacher-to-child ratios (1:3 for infants, 1:6 for preschoolers, 1:8 for TK/Pre-K)
  • ✓Hybrid Montessori and play-based learning approach
  • ✓Enrichment programs including STEAM, music, dance, yoga, and Spanish
  • ✓Established in 1996, trusted by Menlo Park families

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