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Best Montessori Daycares in Scottsdale, AZ

Find the best montessori daycares in Scottsdale, Arizona. Browse 6 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.

Best Montessori Daycares in Scottsdale

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — montessori daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Desert Sky Montessori School
    4.28 score
    4.4(11)

    12850 North Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Capacity: 45 children

    Desert Sky Montessori School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from current parents, with 9 out of 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the school's Montessori approach, academic rigor, caring staff leadership (particularly director Paty), individualized attention to children, and strong sense of community. One former child student gave a 2/5 rating citing a negative experience with a staff member years ago.

    Montessori curriculumacademic readinesscaring and skilled teachersdirector responsiveness and support
  2. 2
    Rainbow Montessori School
    4 score
    4(3)

    6402 East Voltaire Avenue, Scottsdale, AZ · Capacity: 55 children

    One parent praises the school's family-owned history and welcoming staff, noting their child enjoys the structured learning environment, while another describes a negative experience involving detached teachers, rude administration, and excessive school closures.

    family owned for over 40 yearswelcoming and friendly staffstructured learning environmentchild looks forward to attending
  3. 3
    Rainbow Montessori School
    4 score
    4(3)

    6520 East Cactus Road, Scottsdale, AZ · Capacity: 77 children

    One parent highlights the school's long-standing family ownership and engaging, school-like learning environment that children enjoy, while another reports a negative experience involving detached staff, perceived rudeness, and excessive school breaks.

    family-owned for over 40 yearswelcoming and friendly staffengaging school-like learning environmentchildren look forward to attending

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Montessori Daycares in Scottsdale, Arizona

Montessori daycares in Scottsdale follow the Maria Montessori method, emphasizing child-led learning, mixed-age classrooms, and hands-on materials. These 6 programs offer an alternative to traditional daycare with a focus on independence and self-directed activity.

When choosing a montessori daycare in Scottsdale, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

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Desert Sky Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Desert Sky Montessori School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from current parents, with 9 out of 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the school's Montessori approach, academic rigor, caring staff leadership (particularly director Paty), individualized attention to children, and strong sense of community. One former child student gave a 2/5 rating citing a negative experience with a staff member years ago.

Montessori curriculumacademic readinesscaring and skilled teachers
Address
12850 North Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ
Phone
(480) 998-7019
Rainbow Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent praises the school's family-owned history and welcoming staff, noting their child enjoys the structured learning environment, while another describes a negative experience involving detached teachers, rude administration, and excessive school closures.

family owned for over 40 yearswelcoming and friendly staffstructured learning environment
Address
6402 East Voltaire Avenue, Scottsdale, AZ
Phone
(480) 998-0024
Rainbow Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent highlights the school's long-standing family ownership and engaging, school-like learning environment that children enjoy, while another reports a negative experience involving detached staff, perceived rudeness, and excessive school breaks.

family-owned for over 40 yearswelcoming and friendly staffengaging school-like learning environment
Address
6520 East Cactus Road, Scottsdale, AZ
Phone
(480) 998-0024
Mission Montessori On The Desert
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
12990 East Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale, AZ
Phone
(480) 860-4330
Mission Montessori North
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9575 East Larkspur Drive, Scottsdale, AZ
Phone
(480) 860-4330
Mission Montessori On The Desert
Before or After School Daycare
Address
11050 North 96th Street, Scottsdale, AZ
Phone
(480) 699-4950

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 montessori daycares in Scottsdale, Arizona. Browse our directory to compare programs, read parent reviews, and find the best option for your child.
The Montessori method is an educational approach developed by Dr. Maria Montessori that emphasizes child-led learning, hands-on activities, and mixed-age classrooms. Children choose their own activities from a range of options, learning at their own pace. Montessori classrooms use specialized materials designed to develop practical life skills, sensory awareness, language, math, and cultural understanding.
Most Montessori programs in Scottsdale serve children from infancy (as young as 6 weeks) through age 6, with some extending to elementary and even middle school. The core Montessori age groups are infant/toddler (0–3 years), primary/preschool (3–6 years), and lower elementary (6–9 years).
Montessori school tuition in Scottsdale typically ranges from $800 to $2,000+ per month for full-time enrollment, depending on the child's age and the program. Infant and toddler programs tend to cost more due to smaller group sizes. Some Montessori schools offer financial aid, sliding scale fees, or sibling discounts.
When selecting a montessori daycare in Scottsdale, consider:
  • Visit the facility in person to observe the environment
  • Ask about teacher qualifications and experience
  • Check licensing status with Arizona's regulatory agency
  • Review the curriculum and daily schedule
  • Read parent reviews for firsthand experiences
  • Compare staff-to-child ratios across facilities