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Mission Bay Montessori Academy

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

2640 Soderblom Avenue, San Diego, CA 92122

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
4
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
6/2/2023
Total visits
3

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

Mission Bay Montessori Academy provides childcare and educational programs from toddlers through elementary students in San Diego, using a Montessori approach. The school offers diverse programs including La Casita for toddlers, Children's House for preschool and pre-K, and comprehensive kindergarten and elementary education with enrichment activities.

Philosophy
The school focuses on nurturing the whole child—intellectually, emotionally, socially, and physically—within a structured, supportive, and engaging environment that inspires curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.
Ages served
Ages 2–12 (La Casita: ages 2–3; Children's House: ages 3–6; Elementary: ages 5–12)
Hours
Regular academic day 8:00 am–3:30 pm; extended care available 7:00–8:00 am and 3:30–6:00 pm

Programs

  • •La Casita (toddler care)
  • •Children's House (preschool and pre-K)
  • •Elementary (kindergarten through 6th grade)
  • •Enrichment classes (Chinese, computer, technology, fine art, music, physical education, science, Spanish)
  • •Extracurricular activities
  • •Summer camp and 8-week summer program

Highlights

  • ✓Montessori methodology with thoughtful curriculum design
  • ✓Extended care hours and flexible half-day options for first-year 3-year-olds
  • ✓Wide variety of enrichment and extracurricular activities available
  • ✓8-week summer program welcoming children ages 5–12

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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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