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Springfield Montessori School

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

2780 Mitchell Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598

Visit website ↗(925) 944-0626Directions ↗Licensed for 226
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
12
Last visit
9/30/2024
Total visits
16

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

Springfield Montessori School offers Toddler, Preschool, Kindergarten, and Summer Camp programs based on Maria Montessori's educational philosophies. The school provides an environment designed to promote a love of learning and support children's emotional, cognitive, spiritual, social, and physical development.

Philosophy
Based on the education philosophies of Maria Montessori. Programs ensure an environment conducive to learning with life-giving activities suited to the needs of the developing child. Mission includes promoting a love of learning, developing physical and mental order and inner discipline, meeting emotional/cognitive/spiritual/social/physical developmental needs, and helping children develop independence, responsibility, socialization, grace and courtesy.
Ages served
Toddler, Preschool, Kindergarten
Hours
7 am to 6 pm (full day available)

Programs

  • •Toddler Program
  • •Preschool Program
  • •Kindergarten Program
  • •Summer Camp Program

Highlights

  • ✓Montessori-based education approach
  • ✓Named Best Montessori School, Best Preschool, and Best Day Camp
  • ✓Extended hours 7 am to 6 pm
  • ✓Cultural fair and parent engagement events

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Teacher-student ratio, Meals and snacks, Outdoor play facilities, Specific curriculum details, Parent communication methods, Enrollment deadlines. 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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