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Shadowridge Montessori School

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

1940 Shadowridge Drive, Vista, CA 92081

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
3
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
5/7/2026
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 2026-05-25). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Shadowridge Montessori School is a private preschool serving children ages 18 months to six years old with a customized English/Spanish bilingual program based on Maria Montessori philosophy. The school has been operating since 2023 in the Vista/Shadowridge area and is recognized as a Leader in Quality Early Education by the San Diego County Office of Education.

Philosophy
Based on the Maria Montessori philosophy, which emphasizes child-directed learning and hands-on exploration. The school believes every child is unique with individual gifts and talents, supports children's innate curiosity by providing developmentally appropriate environments, maintains a staff of loving and well-prepared adults, and builds a community of families that actively support the mission.
Ages served
18 months to six years old, including Preschool, Primary, Kindergarten, and Transitional Kindergarten (TK)

Programs

  • •Toddler Program
  • •Primary and Kindergarten Program
  • •English/Spanish Bilingual Program
  • •Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) Program

Highlights

  • ✓Voted Best Preschool and Best Childcare in North County
  • ✓English/Spanish bilingual program with guides speaking both languages throughout the day
  • ✓Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) certified
  • ✓20-year legacy of excellence across multiple San Diego Montessori schools

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