Bella Montessori

Bella Montessori will always hold a special place in our hearts. My son started here at just 9 months old and eventually graduated from their Kindergarten program — and now that he’s in elementary school, I can confidently say that Bella made a lasting impact on who he is today. It truly became a second home for our family. As a mom who was apprehensive about returning to work, finding a place I could trust felt overwhelming. From the very beginning, Bella gave me peace of mind. I felt completely safe leaving my child in their care. The teachers and admin team are absolutely amazing — warm, patient, and genuinely passionate about early childhood education. They truly care about every child, and it shows in everything they do. I always appreciated how thorough they were with communication. Bella uses an app to send updates, messages, and photos throughout the day, which made me feel connected and reassured, especially during those early months. Their extracurricular offerings were another huge plus; my son loved participating in Soccer and STEAM classes, both of which helped him grow in confidence, curiosity, and physical development. We are so grateful to have found Bella Montessori. It shaped my son’s early years in the best possible way, and we will always consider it one of the greatest decisions we made for him. Highly, highly recommend!

I cannot say enough good things about Bella. The staff is so invested in their students and teaching them to thrive using the Montessori method. The school itself is clean, up to date with proper Montessori toys and very organized. The teachers are all so crafty and creative. They are always creating art and projects with their kiddos, which is wonderful. They also read and do circle time. It feels like home when you walk through the doors and I love that. The communication from staff is also good. Being part of the “Bella Family” has been a positive experience for me and my children.

A Truly Exceptional Start to Our Daughter's Journey – Thank You, Bella Montessori! Our daughter just graduated from Pre-K at Bella Montessori, and it's been an incredibly emotional milestone for us, especially because this school has been part of our family since she was just 4 months old. Before she was even born, I was already on multiple daycare waitlists, some as early as 6–8 months before her arrival. When it was finally time for me to return to work, none of the places had openings, and we ended up enrolling her in a very expensive daycare in Foothill Ranch. While grateful to have found a spot, it never felt quite right. That all changed when a wonderful neighbor recommended Bella Montessori. We quickly scheduled a tour and from the moment my mother and I walked through the doors, we were blown away. The cleanliness, the spaciousness, and the intentional design of the school made an immediate impression. What truly sealed the deal was their incredible enrichment programs offered even to the youngest children — from S.T.E.A.M., ceramics, and yoga to dance and soccer. We felt like we had struck gold. Miraculously, a spot opened up that very same week, and we jumped at the opportunity. From that point forward, Bella has felt like a second home. The staff is warm, accommodating, and genuinely caring, and the teachers have played such a pivotal role in our daughter’s growth -- intellectually, socially, and emotionally. What sets Bella apart is how they invest in each child from infancy, nurturing not only curiosity and creativity, but also foundational skills that prepare them to thrive in elementary school and beyond. It's a rare thing to find a school that balances structured learning with a deep, genuine passion for kids' wellbeing and development. We consider ourselves beyond lucky to have found Bella Montessori, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to any parent looking for a place where your child will be seen, supported, and inspired every single day. Thank you, Bella, for giving our daughter the best possible start to her educational journey, we will always be grateful!

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Bella! We were lucky enough to have a friend highly recommend Bella for our oldest daughter. She was terrified to go to school and frankly we were terrified to send her. We were blessed to have had so many amazing staff members put us and our daughter at ease. She was very nervous and fearful to try new things! Ms Ildy and Ms. Pam really made her feel safe and as though she could step out of her comfort zone by encouraging her to try new things with STEAM and Ceramics. Our youngest daughter then followed in her sister’s Bella footsteps at 18 months, when I received the dreaded news that I had to return to office. She started in the caterpillar room and the teachers were wonderful. I was a bit anxious about her leaving the comfort of the caterpillars class, but she has fallen in love with her new teachers; Ms. Brisa, Ms. Diana and Ms. “Tika” …and so have the rest of the family. They are truly incredible ladies and I hate to think about our littlest lady leaving them. Aside from the incredible staff, the indoor playground is by far the best feature we found at any Montessori that we visited! It is so comforting to know that on a sweltering hot or rainy day the kids still get to play because they have an amazing indoor playground for the kids. This indoor space is huge. Long story short, Bella is incredible and we have been extremely happy! We have officially been part of the Bella family for 3 years and have about 2 more to go!