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Enchanted Castle San Marino Montessori School

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

444 & 464 S. Sierra Madre, Pasadena, CA 91107

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
4
Complaint visits
3
Last visit
8/7/2024
Total visits
10

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

Enchanted Castle Montessori School is a Montessori-based preschool established in Pasadena, CA for over 30 years, serving children ages 2 to 6. The school offers flexible scheduling options including toddler, three-day, and five-day programs with full-year enrollment from September through August.

Philosophy
Built upon the Montessori Method of education and play, the school is dedicated to creating a nurturing, stimulating and welcoming environment. Children learn from each other through mixed age groups, with hands-on, experiential learning and incorporation of extracurricular activities.
Ages served
2 to 6 years
Hours
Five Days: Full Day 9:00AM to 3:00PM, Half Day 9:00AM to 12:00PM or 12:30PM to 3:00PM, Full Day with Daycare 9:00AM to 6:00PM. Three Days: Full Day 9:00AM to 3:00PM, Full Day with Daycare 9:00AM to 6:00PM. Daycare Program: 7:00AM to 6:00PM.

Programs

  • •Toddler programs
  • •Three-day programs
  • •Five-day programs
  • •Full year program (September to August)
  • •Daycare program
  • •Art, music, dance, language (Spanish & Chinese), and STEM curriculum

Highlights

  • ✓Montessori Method with mixed age groups
  • ✓Full-year continuous enrollment including summer
  • ✓Extended daycare available 7:00AM to 6:00PM
  • ✓Multiple languages including Spanish and Chinese

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Teacher-student ratio, Meals and snacks, Outdoor play details, Religious affiliation. 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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