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Empire Montessori Preschool

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

409 Boyd Rd., Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Visit website ↗(925) 280-1600Directions ↗Licensed for 79
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
0
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
3/9/2023
Total visits
4

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

Empire Montessori Preschool is a Montessori-based program serving ages 1-6 in Pleasant Hill, CA with a focus on multi-age classrooms and bilingual Chinese-English instruction. The school emphasizes the Montessori method, prepared learning environments, and practical life skills development.

Philosophy
We honor your child's natural curiosity and capacity to learn. From birth through early childhood, children absorb knowledge effortlessly through exploration and play. With uninterrupted time to discover at their own pace, they build independence, confidence, and a love for purposeful learning.
Ages served
Ages 1-6 (Two's Program ages 2-3, Preschool Program ages 3-6)
Hours
Monday-Friday, 7:30am-6pm
Meals
Hot lunches served daily with vegetarian options available

Programs

  • •Two's Program (ages 2-3)
  • •Preschool Program (ages 3-6)
  • •Chinese Bilingual Program
  • •Art Program
  • •Learning Through Movement (Martial Arts, Music & Movement, sports)

Highlights

  • ✓Multi-age classrooms for mentorship and peer learning
  • ✓Montessori method with prepared environments and scientifically designed learning materials
  • ✓Chinese Bilingual Program with Mandarin immersion
  • ✓Fresh, hot lunches provided daily

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Teacher-child ratio, Outdoor space/playground details, Curriculum details beyond Montessori method, Enrollment dates or application process. 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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