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Montessori Children's House Of Shady Oaks

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

1410 Victor Ave., Redding, CA 96003

Visit website ↗(530) 222-0355Directions ↗Licensed for 85
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
3
Complaint visits
3
Last visit
8/29/2025
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

Montessori Children's House Of Shady Oaks is a Montessori school serving children ages 2-12 through toddler, primary, and elementary programs. The school emphasizes child-led learning and natural development based on Dr. Maria Montessori's philosophy.

Philosophy
Education is a natural process carried out by the child and is not acquired by listening to words but by experiences in the environment. The school follows Montessori principles that make learning a pleasure and follow the natural instincts of the human being, encouraging original thought, reasoning, and observation over rote memory.
Ages served
2-12 years old (2 year old, Primary ages 3-6, Elementary ages 6-12)

Programs

  • •2 Year Old - Journey to Independence
  • •Primary - A Love for Learning
  • •Elementary - Learning How to Think

Highlights

  • ✓AMI-accredited Montessori education
  • ✓Self-paced learning with mixed-age classrooms
  • ✓Emphasis on creativity and problem-solving
  • ✓Non-profit organization supporting teacher training and scholarships

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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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