Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Santa Clarita. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best K-Ready
Earned the highest kindergarten-readiness score in Santa Clarita. This dimension reflects pre-literacy, pre-math, and school-readiness preparation reported by parents and visible in the curriculum.
Best Arts & Music
Earned the highest arts & music score in Santa Clarita. This dimension reflects the depth and consistency of creative programming — visual arts, music, movement, and imaginative play.
Montessori on Copperhill is an authentic Montessori center serving infants through kindergarten prep at 27908 Seco Canyon Rd in Santa Clarita, operating since June 2015 with DCF license #197419826. With a capacity of 143 children, extended hours (6:30 am–6:30 pm Monday–Friday), and an approach grounded in Maria Montessori's principles—emphasizing child-directed exploration, practical life skills, sensorial experiences, and individualized attention—it is one of the largest independent Montessori programs in the Santa Clarita Valley. Parent reviews on Yelp (35 reviews, 4.8 stars as of March 2026) highlight the depth of care and curriculum. A July 2024 CCLD inspection noted one Type B citation (code 101229(1)); families should review the full report at ccld.ca.gov. The center requires full private tuition with no subsidized program participation, and its large capacity may appeal less to families seeking a more intimate setting.
Safety5.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care6.0
Kindergarten readiness7.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion7.0
Management7.0
Culture7.0
Extracurriculars6.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Authentic Montessori approach based on Maria Montessori's principles, emphasizing child-directed exploration of practical life skills, sensorial experiences, math, language, science, music, and cultural activities. Celebrates curiosity, independence, and self-expression through hands-on materials.
Programs & activities: Preschool and kindergarten programs, music lessons, a summer program, and extra-curricular activities. Site notes a no-screen-time policy and healthy eating education for students and families.
What sets it apart: Markets decades of service to Santa Clarita and Valencia; emphasizes a clean, safe, welcoming environment, staff expertise with individualized attention, and strong parental communication. Located at 27908 Seco Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91350.
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Top 10 in Santa Clarita
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Best K-Ready
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Best Arts & Music
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