Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Glendale. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best Curriculum
Earned the highest curriculum score in Glendale. This dimension evaluates structured learning, developmental programming, and how well daily activities prepare children for each stage.
Best K-Ready
Earned the highest kindergarten-readiness score in Glendale. This dimension reflects pre-literacy, pre-math, and school-readiness preparation reported by parents and visible in the curriculum.
Best Extracurriculars
Earned the highest extracurricular score in Glendale. This dimension covers enrichment programs — languages, STEM, yoga, cooking, field trips, and other activities beyond the core curriculum.
Montessori Academy is an owner-operated, CCLD-licensed Montessori center serving toddlers through kindergarten-ready children at 1920 W Glenoaks Blvd in Glendale, with a capacity of 85 children and hours from 6:00 am–6:15 pm. Operating continuously since 1988, the center has built a strong reputation through consistent parent satisfaction across 40 Yelp reviews and ranks in California's top 20% of private schools for academic quality. The Montessori curriculum emphasizes child-centered, self-directed learning in multi-age classrooms where children progress at their own pace, supported by consistent leadership that has maintained the program's focus on developing independent, creative thinkers for over 35 years. Prospective families should review detailed CCLD inspection records, as the center carries 17 total citations across inspection periods, and should note that the program requires full private tuition with no subsidized childcare participation.
Safety5.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care3.0
Kindergarten readiness7.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion7.0
Management6.0
Culture7.0
Extracurriculars7.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Authentic Montessori approach emphasizing natural curiosity, creativity, and independent learning. Multi-age classrooms where each child works at their own pace according to individual capacities. Offers 12+ subjects for toddlers (ages 2+), pre-primary, and kindergarten.
Programs & activities: Child-centered learning with independent work at individual pace. Classrooms feature child-sized furniture and low-level shelves for independent access and exploration. Serves three age groups: toddlers, pre-primary, and kindergarten.
What sets it apart: Operating since 1988 in Glendale community. 35+ years serving families. Focuses on developing confident, creative, independent thinkers through whole-child development. Classroom hours 9:00am-2:30pm, day care hours 2:30pm-6:00pm.
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Top 10 in Glendale
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Best Curriculum
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Best Extracurriculars
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