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3 Montessori Daycares in St Helena, California

Find the best montessori daycares in St Helena, California. Browse 3 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.

Best Montessori Daycares in St Helena

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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    Sun And Stars Montessori School (Preschool)
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    1310 Adams St., St. Helena, CA · Capacity: 30 children

    Sun and Stars Montessori School receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated teachers and nurturing Montessori environment. Parents report significant child development gains in speech, social-emotional growth, and confidence, while highlighting the strong sense of community and family-like atmosphere.

    Warm and caring teacherssafe and nurturing environmentstrong child development and speech progressMontessori approach balanced with joyful exploration
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    Sun And Stars Montessori School
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    1425 Oak Ave, St Helena, CA · Capacity: 26 children

    Sun and Stars Montessori receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers, who praise the caring, dedicated staff and nurturing Montessori environment. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across speech, social-emotional, and intellectual growth, and describe the school as feeling like an extension of family with a strong sense of community.

    Warm and caring teacherssafe nurturing environmentstrong child development and speech progressMontessori-based learning approach

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Montessori Daycares in St Helena, California

Montessori daycares in St Helena follow the Maria Montessori method, emphasizing child-led learning, mixed-age classrooms, and hands-on materials. These 3 programs offer an alternative to traditional daycare with a focus on independence and self-directed activity.

When choosing a montessori daycare in St Helena, 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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Sun And Stars Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Sun and Stars Montessori receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers, who praise the caring, dedicated staff and nurturing Montessori environment. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across speech, social-emotional, and intellectual growth, and describe the school as feeling like an extension of family with a strong sense of community.

Warm and caring teacherssafe nurturing environmentstrong child development and speech progress
Address
1425 Oak Ave, St Helena, CA
Phone
(707) 967-1984

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 montessori daycares in St Helena, 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 St Helena 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 St Helena 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 St Helena, 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