Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Fullerton. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
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Acacia Montessori Infant & Preschool is a California-licensed center at 1701 E Chapman Ave in Fullerton, serving infants through school-age children using a Montessori-based curriculum integrated with Zoo-Phonics, Handwriting Without Tears, and STEAM programming. With a small, focused capacity of 46 children, the center has earned strong reviews on Yahoo Local and Yelp (both 5.0 from 6 reviews), where staff are described as "amazing," and parents report smooth transitions to kindergarten. A state-funded program option and inclusive hot meals enhance accessibility. As a newer center opened in February 2021 with most recent CCLD inspection in February 2026, prospective families should confirm current infant enrollment availability before enrolling.
Safety6.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care7.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality8.0
Compassion8.0
Management7.0
Culture7.0
Extracurriculars6.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Montessori-based education incorporating Zoo-Phonics, Handwriting Without Tears, and a STEAM program. Child-centered with practical life skills training.
Programs & activities: Practical life skills, music and movement, STEAM programming, and academic skill reinforcement. Program levels include Infant Care (6 weeks-24 months), Preschool (ages 2-4), and Kindergarten Ready (ages 4-5), with potty training support.
What sets it apart: Serves children 6 weeks to 6 years old. Hot nutritional meals are included and a State Fund Program is available.
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