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3 Montessori Daycares in Salem, Oregon

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

Best Montessori Daycares in Salem

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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    Salem Montessori School
    4.4 score
    4.6(10)

    2140 16th St Ne, Salem, OR · Capacity: 30 children

    Salem Montessori School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the welcoming, caring teaching staff and Montessori-based hands-on learning approach. Parents report their children thrived academically and emotionally, with particular appreciation for teacher consistency, strong social-emotional development, and inclusive community events. One 1-star review provided no constructive details.

    Kind and welcoming staffteacher consistency with no turnoverhands-on Montessori learning without screensstrong social-emotional skill development

Montessori Daycares in Salem, Oregon

Montessori daycares in Salem 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 Salem, 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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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 montessori daycares in Salem, Oregon. 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 Salem 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 Salem 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 Salem, consider:
  • Visit the facility in person to observe the environment
  • Ask about teacher qualifications and experience
  • Check licensing status with Oregon's regulatory agency
  • Review the curriculum and daily schedule
  • Read parent reviews for firsthand experiences
  • Compare staff-to-child ratios across facilities