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5 Montessori Daycares in Fort Collins, Colorado

Find the best montessori daycares in Fort Collins, Colorado. Browse 5 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.

Best Montessori Daycares in Fort Collins

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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    Discovery Montessori LLC
    3.71 score
    3.5(7)

    225 E Skyway Dr, Fort Collins, CO · Capacity: 83 children

    Discovery Montessori receives mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 1-5 stars. Positive reviewers praise the Montessori approach and enrichment activities, while negative reviewers cite serious concerns about staff qualifications, security, child safety, classroom management, and alleged inappropriate handling of behavioral issues.

    Montessori educational foundationenrichment activities (horseback ridingart projectsbicycle days)

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Montessori Daycares in Fort Collins, Colorado

Montessori daycares in Fort Collins follow the Maria Montessori method, emphasizing child-led learning, mixed-age classrooms, and hands-on materials. These 5 programs offer an alternative to traditional daycare with a focus on independence and self-directed activity.

When choosing a montessori daycare in Fort Collins, 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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Discovery Montessori LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Discovery Montessori receives mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 1-5 stars. Positive reviewers praise the Montessori approach and enrichment activities, while negative reviewers cite serious concerns about staff qualifications, security, child safety, classroom management, and alleged inappropriate handling of behavioral issues.

Montessori educational foundationenrichment activities (horseback ridingart projects
Address
225 E Skyway Dr, Fort Collins, CO
Phone
(970) 223-2445
Quality
Fort Collins Montessori
Church Daycare
Address
1709 W Elizabeth St, Fort Collins, CO
Phone
(970) 631-8612
Fort Collins Montessori School
Church Daycare
Address
1900 S Taft Hill Rd, Fort Collins, CO
Phone
(970) 631-8612
Quality
Children'S House Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
113 N Shields St, Fort Collins, CO
Phone
(970) 484-4362
Treehouse Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2013 Valley Forge Ave, Fort Collins, CO
Phone
(970) 581-1355
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 montessori daycares in Fort Collins, Colorado. 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 Fort Collins 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 Fort Collins 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 Fort Collins, consider:
  • Visit the facility in person to observe the environment
  • Ask about teacher qualifications and experience
  • Check licensing status with Colorado's regulatory agency
  • Review the curriculum and daily schedule
  • Read parent reviews for firsthand experiences
  • Compare staff-to-child ratios across facilities