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Mckinley Montessori Academy

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

217 E. Mckinley Avenue, Pomona, CA 91767

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
3
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
8/20/2025
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

McKinley Montessori Academy serves children ages 18 months to 5 years across three locations in the Los Angeles area. The program uses the Montessori Method combined with Early Childhood Education principles and offers full-day, part-day, and state-subsidized preschool options.

Philosophy
Montessori Method as core teaching philosophy combined with learning centers following principles and practices of Early Childhood Education and Child Development, using authentic Montessori materials and a rich array of work and play materials.
Ages served
18 Months – 5 Years
Hours
Full-day: 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; A.M. part-day: 7:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.; P.M. part-day: 12:15 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.; Montessori Only: 7:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Meals
Healthy breakfast, lunch and snacks served daily

Programs

  • •Full-day Montessori preschool
  • •Part-day Montessori preschool
  • •State Preschool (income-qualifying, no fee for half-day)
  • •Transitional Kindergarten
  • •Infant and Toddler program
  • •Summer Camp

Highlights

  • ✓Montessori trained teachers with B.A. degrees in Early Childhood Education or Child Development
  • ✓Director holds M.A. in Education with elementary teaching credentials and child development experience
  • ✓Annual quality reviews using Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale (ECERS)
  • ✓Resource and referral services for families

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 24, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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