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Nature's Way Montessori

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

3051 Browns Valley Rd, Napa, CA 94558

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
3
Complaint visits
2
Last visit
5/12/2025
Total visits
9

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

Nature's Way Montessori is a Montessori school serving children ages 3 months to 6 years with programs for infants, toddlers, and primary-age children. The school emphasizes prepared environments, individualized learning, and whole child development based on Montessori philosophy.

Philosophy
The school's mission is to prepare children for life by nurturing their curiosity and individual potential through specialized prepared environments that spark imagination. Education focuses on the Absorbent Mind concept, individualized learning at each child's own pace, and development of independence, confidence, and lifelong love of learning. Montessori prepared environments are intentionally designed to support concentration and exploration, with adults guiding without interrupting natural development.
Ages served
3 months to 6 years (Infant: 3-18 months; Toddler: 18-36 months; Primary: 3-6 years)
Outdoor
The quantity and quality of time children spend outdoors is highlighted as beyond compare in Napa.

Programs

  • •Infant Program (3 months - 18 months)
  • •Toddler Program (18 months - 36 months)
  • •Primary Program (3 - 6 years)

Highlights

  • ✓Only true Montessori school with infant program in Napa
  • ✓No electronic toys or screens
  • ✓Focus on whole foods for snacks
  • ✓Dedicated teachers and supportive parent community

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