Earned the highest curriculum score in Irvine. This dimension evaluates structured learning, developmental programming, and how well daily activities prepare children for each stage.
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MontessoriBilingualMandarin EnglishPreschoolTK/K
Little Tree Montessori International School is a CCLD-licensed center-based provider at 1 Doppler in Irvine, serving ages 2–6 with an English-Mandarin bilingual Montessori curriculum. Part of an established operator with multiple California locations since 2005, the Irvine campus features a dual-language immersion model with separate English and Mandarin-speaking teachers per classroom and a large licensed capacity of 288. With two clean CCLD inspections in early 2025 and active parent reviews on Yelp, the facility has established footing despite its July 2025 licensing date. As a private-pay premium program, it does not offer subsidized care, and its 9:00 am–6:00 pm hours may not suit families needing earlier drop-off.
Safety5.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care5.0
Kindergarten readiness7.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion6.0
Management5.0
Culture7.0
Extracurriculars6.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Montessori method described as a child-centered approach emphasizing self-directed learning, hands-on exploration, and freedom within limits. Bilingual English-Mandarin full-immersion model with two teachers per classroom, one teaching exclusively in English and the other in Mandarin.
What sets it apart: Operating since 2004 with nine locations across the United States. Irvine location listed at 1 Doppler, Irvine, CA, phone (949) 392-2986.
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