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18 Montessori Daycares in Fremont, California

Find the best montessori daycares in Fremont, California. Browse 18 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.

Best Montessori Daycares in Fremont

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.

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    37220 Maple St., Fremont, CA · Capacity: 74 children

    Learn and Play Montessori Maple consistently receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and nurturing Montessori-based environment. Children show strong development across academic, social, and emotional areas, with parents highlighting the school's safety, communication, and director Ms. Radhika's leadership. Parents report their children are happy, excited to attend school daily, and develop confidence and independence.

    Caring and patient teachersstrong teacher-child bondsMontessori + STEM curriculumchild-centered and joyful learning environment
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    37531 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA · Capacity: 28 children

    Crystal Garden Montessori receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive teaching staff and nurturing Montessori environment. Parents report significant developmental growth in their children across academics, social-emotional skills, and confidence, with children consistently happy and eager to attend. The school is noted for its clean facilities, balanced curriculum combining learning and play, and personalized attention to each child's uniq

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    3765 Washington Blvd, Fremont, CA · Capacity: 120 children

    Empire Montessori Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its Montessori approach, bilingual Mandarin-English immersion program, and caring staff. Parents highlight significant developmental gains in their children across academic, social, and emotional domains, along with well-organized activities, secure facilities, and responsive leadership.

    Bilingual/Mandarin immersion programcaring and patient teachersstrong academic and social-emotional developmentsecure gated campus
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    35699 Niles Blvd., Fremont, CA · Capacity: 229 children

    Parents consistently praise Learn and Play Montessori Niles for its high-quality Montessori curriculum, caring and patient teachers, and welcoming environment. Children show significant developmental progress in academics, social skills, language, and independence. The school is noted for its clean facilities, engaging activities, and responsive staff at all levels.

    Dedicated and compassionate teacherswell-structured age-appropriate curriculumclean and well-maintained facilities with large playgroundsindividualized attention for each child
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    1481 Mowry Ave., Fremont, CA · Capacity: 120 children

    Learning Kids Montessori in Fremont receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the nurturing Montessori environment and dedicated staff. Parents consistently report their children are happy, excited to attend, and show measurable academic and developmental progress. The facility is noted for spacious classrooms, fresh daily meals, and responsive leadership.

    Warm and caring teacherspatient and attentive staffspacious classrooms and play areasfresh home-cooked meals
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    39600 Mission Blvd., Fremont, CA · Capacity: 199 children

    Mission Valley Montessori is highly praised by parents for its authentic Montessori approach, caring staff, and nurturing environment. Children show significant developmental progress across language, independence, and academic skills. Parents consistently report feeling confident in the school's safety, cleanliness, and family-like atmosphere.

    AMI-accredited Montessori programpatient and warm teachersstrong communication with parentsclean and well-organized facilities
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    40803 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA · Capacity: 214 children

    Parents consistently praise Learn and Play Montessori Irvington for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who help children feel comfortable and excited about attending. Reviews highlight strong academics, particularly in early literacy and STEM, along with excellent communication and individualized attention to each child's needs.

    Caring and professional staffchildren eager to attendstrong academic curriculum (literacy and STEM)Montessori approach
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    4511 Peralta Blvd., Fremont, CA · Capacity: 118 children

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    155 Washington Boulevard, Fremont, CA · Capacity: 141 children

    Montessori School of Fremont receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the authentic Montessori curriculum, dedicated teachers, beautiful campus and playground, and close-knit community environment. One parent reported poor communication regarding waitlist status and enrollment eligibility.

    Authentic Montessori methodsresponsive and caring teachersgood student-teacher ratiospacious playground
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    33170 Lake Mead Drive, Fremont, CA · Capacity: 110 children

    Montessori Children's Center in Fremont receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, patient staff, effective Montessori approach that fosters independence and confidence, and strong child development across academic, social, and life skills. The school is commended for smooth operations, excellent communication, and creating a nurturing environment where children feel safe, seen, and loved.

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Montessori Daycares in Fremont, California

Montessori daycares in Fremont follow the Maria Montessori method, emphasizing child-led learning, mixed-age classrooms, and hands-on materials. These 18 programs offer an alternative to traditional daycare with a focus on independence and self-directed activity.

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

All Montessori Daycares in Fremont

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Crystal Garden Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Crystal Garden Montessori receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive teaching staff and nurturing Montessori environment. Parents report significant developmental growth in their children across academics, social-emotional skills, and confidence, with children consistently happy and eager to attend. The school is noted for its clean facilities, balanced curriculum combining learning and play, and personalized attention to each child's uniq

Address
37531 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 792-8415
Learn And Play Montessori Maple INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Learn and Play Montessori Maple consistently receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and nurturing Montessori-based environment. Children show strong development across academic, social, and emotional areas, with parents highlighting the school's safety, communication, and director Ms. Radhika's leadership. Parents report their children are happy, excited to attend school daily, and develop confidence and independence.

Caring and patient teachersstrong teacher-child bondsMontessori + STEM curriculum
Address
37220 Maple St., Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 713-2402
Learn And Play Montessori Peralta INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4511 Peralta Blvd., Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 870-2324
Montessori School Of Centerville
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4209 Baine Avenue, Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 797-9944
Empire Montessori Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Empire Montessori Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its Montessori approach, bilingual Mandarin-English immersion program, and caring staff. Parents highlight significant developmental gains in their children across academic, social, and emotional domains, along with well-organized activities, secure facilities, and responsive leadership.

Bilingual/Mandarin immersion programcaring and patient teachersstrong academic and social-emotional development
Address
3765 Washington Blvd, Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 979-1696
Mission Valley Montessori Children'S Lrng. Cent.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Mission Valley Montessori is highly praised by parents for its authentic Montessori approach, caring staff, and nurturing environment. Children show significant developmental progress across language, independence, and academic skills. Parents consistently report feeling confident in the school's safety, cleanliness, and family-like atmosphere.

AMI-accredited Montessori programpatient and warm teachersstrong communication with parents
Address
39600 Mission Blvd., Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 793-2327
Learn And Play Montessori Niles INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Learn and Play Montessori Niles for its high-quality Montessori curriculum, caring and patient teachers, and welcoming environment. Children show significant developmental progress in academics, social skills, language, and independence. The school is noted for its clean facilities, engaging activities, and responsive staff at all levels.

Dedicated and compassionate teacherswell-structured age-appropriate curriculumclean and well-maintained facilities with large playgrounds
Address
35699 Niles Blvd., Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 648-2939
Learning Kids Montessori INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Learning Kids Montessori in Fremont receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the nurturing Montessori environment and dedicated staff. Parents consistently report their children are happy, excited to attend, and show measurable academic and developmental progress. The facility is noted for spacious classrooms, fresh daily meals, and responsive leadership.

Warm and caring teacherspatient and attentive staffspacious classrooms and play areas
Address
1481 Mowry Ave., Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 491-7006
Learn And Play Montessori Irvington INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Learn and Play Montessori Irvington for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who help children feel comfortable and excited about attending. Reviews highlight strong academics, particularly in early literacy and STEM, along with excellent communication and individualized attention to each child's needs.

Caring and professional staffchildren eager to attendstrong academic curriculum (literacy and STEM)
Address
40803 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 573-0071
Montessori School Of Fremont
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Montessori School of Fremont receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the authentic Montessori curriculum, dedicated teachers, beautiful campus and playground, and close-knit community environment. One parent reported poor communication regarding waitlist status and enrollment eligibility.

Authentic Montessori methodsresponsive and caring teachersgood student-teacher ratio
Address
155 Washington Boulevard, Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 490-0919
Montessori Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Montessori Children's Center in Fremont receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, patient staff, effective Montessori approach that fosters independence and confidence, and strong child development across academic, social, and life skills. The school is commended for smooth operations, excellent communication, and creating a nurturing environment where children feel safe, seen, and loved.

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Address
33170 Lake Mead Drive, Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 489-7510
Scribbles Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
4.2
Address
38660 Lexington St., Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 797-9944
Montessori School Of Fremont - Childrens House
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Montessori School of Fremont - Children's House is highly regarded by most parents for its authentic Montessori approach, holistic child development, and caring leadership under director Michelle Greiner. Parents praise the school's curriculum, community engagement, and supportive environment. However, a few negative reviews cite personal bad experiences and concerns about application fees.

AMS-certified authentic Montessori curriculumholistic development approach balancing academics and social-emotional growthcaring and dedicated teachers
Address
1901 Washington Blvd, Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 490-1727
Learning Kids Montessori INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1481 Mowry Avenue, Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 491-7006
Sparkle Montessori INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
37211 Fremont Blvd Units A&B, Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 818-7119
Little Flowers Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4343 Stevenson Blvd, Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 651-2605
Little Flowers Montessori INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
34735 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 793-1696
Little Tree Montessori International School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
39550 Paseo Padre Pkwy, Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 790-9290

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Frequently asked questions

There are 18 montessori daycares in Fremont, California. 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 Fremont 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 Fremont 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 Fremont, consider:
  • Visit the facility in person to observe the environment
  • Ask about teacher qualifications and experience
  • Check licensing status with California's regulatory agency
  • Review the curriculum and daily schedule
  • Read parent reviews for firsthand experiences
  • Compare staff-to-child ratios across facilities