Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Elk Grove. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
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Elk Grove Montessori School is an established Montessori provider at 8842 Williamson Dr in Elk Grove, serving children from 18 months through kindergarten, with capacity for 107 children across separate toddler and early childhood programs. The school has built strong parent trust locally, with Facebook reviews uniformly positive and parents highlighting consistent, welcoming staff. Its Montessori educational philosophy emphasizes nurturing the whole child in a structured environment. However, the California Department of Social Services CCLD licensing record shows Type A citations from a December 2023 inspection and complaint-triggered investigations in both April and December 2025; prospective families should contact CCLD directly to review the inspection history and documented findings before enrollment.
Safety4.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care4.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion6.0
Management4.0
Culture5.0
Extracurriculars6.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: An established Montessori school; describes its approach as an educational environment nurturing the whole child.
Programs & activities: Two age-based programs listed: a Toddler program and an Early Childhood program. No specific enrichment activities detailed on the homepage.
What sets it apart: Located in the heart of Elk Grove. Offers a parent mailing list signup.
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