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3 Montessori Daycares in Torrance, California

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

Best Montessori Daycares in Torrance

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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    South Bay Montessori School
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    23104 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance, CA · Capacity: 180 children

    Parents consistently praise South Bay Montessori School for its warm, nurturing Montessori environment with dedicated and attentive staff. Children show strong developmental growth, improved English skills, confidence, and independence while enjoying a clean, well-organized facility with extended hours and enriching activities.

    Caring and professional teachersMontessori curriculumclean facilityindividualized attention to each child's learning style

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Montessori Daycares in Torrance, California

Montessori daycares in Torrance 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 Torrance, 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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South Bay Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

Parents consistently praise South Bay Montessori School for its warm, nurturing Montessori environment with dedicated and attentive staff. Children show strong developmental growth, improved English skills, confidence, and independence while enjoying a clean, well-organized facility with extended hours and enriching activities.

Caring and professional teachersMontessori curriculumclean facility
Address
23104 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance, CA
Phone
(310) 375-5570
Pacific Explorer Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
22504 Eriel Avenue, Torrance, CA
Phone
(310) 326-8070
Torrance Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2747 Cabrillo Avenue, Torrance, CA
Phone
(310) 328-5358

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 montessori daycares in Torrance, 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 Torrance 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 Torrance 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 Torrance, 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