Empire Montessori Preschool

Empire Montessori Preschool serves children from 6 weeks to 6 years old in downtown San Jose using the Montessori method with multi-age classrooms and prepared learning environments. The school provides hot lunches daily, exercise classes including martial arts and music & movement, and focuses on developing independence, practical life skills, and academic learning.

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. Our goal is to provide a high quality Montessori education and to help your child develop the essential knowledge, practical life skills, and strength of character during one of the most formative chapters of life. We nurture curious minds to flourish into respectful, empathetic, and leading role models.

Ages served

6 weeks to 6 years old (Infant Program: 6 weeks to 24 months; Two's Program: 2-3 years; Preschool Program: 3-6 years)

Hours

Monday-Friday, 7:30am-5:30pm

Outdoor

Playground available (referenced in images)

Meals

Hot lunches served daily; vegetarian options available

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Teacher-student ratio, Curriculum details beyond Montessori method, Parent involvement opportunities, Field trips or special events, Discipline/behavior policies. 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.