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4 Montessori Daycares in Walnut Creek, California

Find the best montessori daycares in Walnut Creek, California. Browse 4 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.

Best Montessori Daycares in Walnut Creek

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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    Garden Gate Montessori School
    3.93 score
    3.9(10)

    63 Sandy Lane, Walnut Creek, CA · Capacity: 20 children

    Garden Gate Montessori School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents who praise the director Ms. Mimi, authentic Montessori education, beautiful facilities, and strong sense of community. However, a small number of negative reviews cite concerns about the director's communication style and reference external complaints with Community Care Licensing.

    Experienced and devoted director (Ms. Mimi)authentic Montessori methodologybeautiful classroom

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Montessori Daycares in Walnut Creek, California

Montessori daycares in Walnut Creek follow the Maria Montessori method, emphasizing child-led learning, mixed-age classrooms, and hands-on materials. These 4 programs offer an alternative to traditional daycare with a focus on independence and self-directed activity.

When choosing a montessori daycare in Walnut Creek, 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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Garden Gate Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
3.9

Garden Gate Montessori School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents who praise the director Ms. Mimi, authentic Montessori education, beautiful facilities, and strong sense of community. However, a small number of negative reviews cite concerns about the director's communication style and reference external complaints with Community Care Licensing.

Experienced and devoted director (Ms. Mimi)authentic Montessori methodologybeautiful classroom
Address
63 Sandy Lane, Walnut Creek, CA
Phone
(925) 943-7484
Alice'S Montessori Learning Center - Walnut Creek
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3158 Putnam Boulevard, Walnut Creek, CA
Phone
(925) 947-0603
Little Flowers Montessori - Mitchell
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2875 Mitchell Dr, Walnut Creek, CA
Phone
(925) 322-0135
Springfield Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2780 Mitchell Drive, Walnut Creek, CA
Phone
(925) 944-0626

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 montessori daycares in Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek 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 Walnut Creek 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 Walnut Creek, 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