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Appletree Montessori

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

25542 Jeronimo Rd, Mission Viejo, CA 92691

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
3
Last visit
5/12/2025
Total visits
8

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

Apple Tree Montessori is a preschool offering tailored Montessori education across five classrooms with fully credentialed teachers specializing in each age group. The school provides a nurturing, creative environment with flexible full-time and part-time scheduling options.

Philosophy
Cultivates the potential of each child in a nurturing, happy, and creative environment designed to ensure students thrive through authentic Montessori education.
Hours
7:00am until 6:00pm

Programs

  • •Customized Curriculum
  • •Montessori education

Highlights

  • ✓Five preschool classrooms
  • ✓Fully credentialed Montessori teachers
  • ✓Flexible full and part-time schedules
  • ✓Small, secure environment

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Ages served, Outdoor activities, Meals provided, Teacher-student ratio, Specific class times. Ask the preschool directly.

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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