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Mckinley Montessori Academy

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

217 E. Mckinley Avenue, Pomona, CA 91767

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Licensing & safety record

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

McKinley Montessori Academy serves children ages 18 months to 5 years across three locations (Pomona, Azusa, Baldwin Park) with Montessori-based preschool and infant/toddler programs. The academy uses Montessori methods combined with early childhood education principles and offers both full-day and part-day programs, including state-subsidized preschool for qualifying families.

Philosophy
Montessori Method as core teaching philosophy combined with Early Childhood Education and Child Development principles, utilizing authentic Montessori materials and learning centers.
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
A healthy breakfast, lunch and snacks are served daily.

Programs

  • •Montessori Preschool (full-day and part-day)
  • •Infant and Toddler Program
  • •State Preschool (income-qualifying, free half-day)
  • •Transitional Kindergarten
  • •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
  • ✓Progress monitoring using DRDP and annual ECERS classroom environment reviews
  • ✓Free half-day State Preschool program for qualifying families

Not stated on their website: Tuition for private fee-based programs, Teacher-to-student ratio, Outdoor play/facilities, Specific curriculum details beyond Montessori method, Enrollment procedures, Specific calendar dates for all holidays and breaks. 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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