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Montessori Child Development

5.0 ★★★★★ · 27 Google reviews · 18 photos
Preschool · San Diego, CA

Montessori Child Development at a glance

Google reviewers rate Montessori Child Development five stars based on twenty-seven reviews, noting the owner replied to eighty-nine percent of comments. Parents highlight the bilingual curriculum, healthy meals, and the school's use of an app for daily photo updates and communication. Recurring themes include significant improvements in children's independence, social confidence, and academic readiness. Reviewers frequently praise the staff's patience and welcoming environment, particularly for helping shy children transition smoothly into the classroom. No common criticisms emerged from the provided excerpts.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 27 reviews (100% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 27 Google reviews (23 with written comments).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 89% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: June 5, 2026.
  • Service: Montessori School serving San Diego, California.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.

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A Curiel2 reviews
★★★★★

We are so thankful for our experience at MCD and everything they have done for Julian these past 3 years. It has honestly been amazing watching him grow and seeing the changes in him over time. We saw such a big difference in him socially — he became more outgoing, built friendships, and got so much more comfortable interacting with others. We also saw huge growth in his discipline and independence. I really enjoyed watching him learn and seeing him become more confident doing things on his own. It was so nice seeing him take pride in little things and become more responsible as he grew. One thing I really appreciated about MCD was how caring and professional everyone always was. The teachers and staff truly care about the kids, and I always felt comfortable knowing Julian was in a safe and positive environment. I also think MCD is a great place to start kids off. They do such a great job creating a positive environment where kids can learn, grow, and build important skills at such a young age. We are going to miss MCD so much and are very grateful for all the love, care, and support Julian and our family received. Thank you for being such a special part of these years.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Educational services
Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt words. It has been an absolute joy and privilege to watch Julian grow over the past three years. Thank you for your trust and support through the these years. We are going to miss him and your family so much! Thank you for allowing us be part of such an important chapter in his life.

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Luis Aranda7 reviews
★★★★★

Excelente escuela, muy amables las maestras, mis hijos han aprendido mucho.

Response from the owner · 6 months ago

Thank you Mr Aranda, we greatly appreciate your review.

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jelsy sena1 review
★★★★★

As a mom, choosing the right school for my 3-year-old daughter was very important to me, and MCD Montessori has truly been an amazing experience for our family. From the moment we started, the teachers and staff made us feel welcome and supported. My daughter has grown so much since attending MCD. She has become more independent, confident, and excited about learning. I love seeing how happy she is to go to school every day and hearing her talk about the activities she does in class. The teachers are incredibly patient, caring, and attentive with the children. You can really tell they love what they do and genuinely care about each child’s development. The classroom environment is warm, organized, and full of hands-on learning opportunities that keep the kids engaged. As a mom, it gives me so much peace of mind knowing my daughter is in a safe, nurturing, and positive environment every day. I’m very grateful for everything the teachers and staff at MCD do, and I would highly recommend this school to any parent looking for a wonderful Montessori program for their child.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Educational services
Response from the owner · 7 months ago

Thank you for your wonderful five-star review! Your feedback means so much to our team. We are so happy to hear about the progress your daughter has made since joining our school. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to continuing to support her growth and development.

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Azenneth Valdez6 reviews
★★★★★

We've had such a wonderful experience with Montessori child development for our son! The staff is incredibly caring, attentive, and truly invested in each child's growth. We've seen amazing progress in our son's independence, confidence, and curiosity since starting here. One of the things we really love is the app they use. It keeps us updated throughout the day with photos, activities, and even meals, which gives us such peace of mind. They also go above and beyond celebrating all the holidays. Everything is so festive, fun, and thoughtful. You can really feel the love and dedication they put into everything. We are so thankful for Ms. Abi, Ms. Andrea, and Ms. Gail! They're amazing teachers. Highly recommend!

Response from the owner · 11 months ago

Thank you so much for your beautiful observation regarding our school and teachers. Its truly a blessing to have your family in our center. We look forward in seeing him meet his milestones and grow with us!

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Anais Beltran3 reviews
★★★★★

My daughter started here a little before she turned 3. I was very worried because she is very shy and takes time to warm up to people. But everyone was so sweet and welcoming that she adjusted a lot faster than we had expected! All the teachers are so nice and attentive to all the kids. Family members have brought to my attention how my daughter seems a lot more confident and outgoing. My daughter absolutely loves going to school every day. Thank you, Montessori Child Development team!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Educational services
Response from the owner · a year ago

Thank you so much for your Five-Star review – it truly means a lot to us! We're thrilled to hear your positive feedback about our staff and your daughter’s progress since enrolling at MCD. Your kind words are deeply appreciated, and we remain committed to supporting her growth and helping her reach her milestone. Thank you again for choosing MCD!

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Adrianna Henderson5 reviews
★★★★★

5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ My daughter attended MCD Montessori for 3 years, and I cannot recommend this school enough! From the very beginning, the staff showed a high level of professionalism, care, and dedication to every child’s individual growth. From Mrs.Abi, Ms.Gail, Ms.Andrea, Ms. Yahaira, and Ms. Anahis all did an amazing job! The environment is nurturing, calm, and beautifully structured to support learning through independence and curiosity. The teachers are incredibly attentive and truly understand how to guide children in a way that builds confidence and a love for learning. As a parent, I always felt welcomed and informed. Communication was clear, and I could see the impact of the Montessori method in my daughter’s development both academically and socially. MCD is a place where children are respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive — I’m so grateful for the time my daughter spent there. Highly recommend!

Response from the owner · a year ago

Thank you for your thoughtful five-star review. We are honored by your kind words and delighted that our team’s efforts have had such a positive impact on your family. It is a pleasure to have your daughter as part of our Montessori preschool. We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

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k m5 reviews
★★★★★

enrolling our kid in MCD was one of the best decisions we made. our kid started out super shy at the age of 2 and barely talking to a now confident 4 yr old kid. all thanks to the teachers in this school- ms yaijara, ms gail , ms andrea and ms abi. they managed to build a second home for the kids where they felt safe and well loved. the teachers didn’t just treat the kids as students, they were family. it’s rare to find and trust a place like that. i will always be grateful for all the love and guidance they provided to my child. if it weren’t for schedule conflict with work we would have kept our boy here until kinder. if you’re looking for a school where your kid will feel safe , a home away from their home, this is the place .

Response from the owner · a year ago

Thank you, Kat! Your five-star review means so much to us. We truly appreciate your kind words about our preschool and staff. We're especially happy to hear how well your child has progressed since joining our Montessori program. Your feedback encourages us to continue providing the best care and education possible for our MCD Students. It’s been a pleasure having your child with us—we’ll certainly will miss you all!

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Melissa Gonzalez6 reviews
★★★★★

We joined the Montessori Child Development family over 10 years ago. To say this school and its director, Ms. Abi, have made an impact on our family and children's development is the biggest understatement. My 1st son joined w/ 6 months remaining in his pre-k year. He was diagnosed with ADHD and was clearly struggling. W/in 3 months of joining this school, he had learned his colors, how to count, and the tools needed to find his way back to focus. He stayed on for kindergarten as well, and was sent off to OVH more prepared than any other pre-k would have sent him. 3 years later, our youngest joined. He was with Ms. Abi for about 3-4 years before he too, moved on to OVH. Given that he had more time to develop his skills and learn the tools/habits to succeed, he was sent off to 1st grade in OVH with a head start. While most of his classmates were still in the learning to read phase, he was starting longer comics books (boys will be boys). He is in 4th grade now, and continues to be in the top 3 students in class every year. He even won his class' spelling bee this year! If you are hesitant about touring the school - just do it! Your child will not only be taught the tools to be successful- you will gain lifelong friendships with the director and teachers.

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Maria Monaliza Duatin4 reviews
★★★★★

Montessori Child Development has provided exceptional experiences for our child. Our son started when he’s just 18 months until 4 and had a wonderful time, learning Spanish in addition, developing academic readiness, and really enjoying the opportunity to learn new things at school. They have helped my son develop self esteem and self-confidence. Teachers are all amazing! We definitely felt the love and care that is hard to look for, from the Director Ms. Abi and to all her staff Ms. Yahaira, Ms. Gail and Ms. Anahis. They are all amazing individuals. We are so grateful that we have found this school. We highly recommend Montessori Child Development to parents looking for a high quality, high care and safe environment for their children.

Response from the owner · a year ago

Thank you so much Liz, for such a wonderful review!! You have encapsulated all of the things we strive for at MCD. We are also grateful for the opportunity of meeting your beautiful family and seeing how much your son learned and enjoyed coming to school.

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Kristie Ingalls7 reviews
★★★★★

Such an amazing school. This was my daughter’s first school. She was always cared for at home with people she knew. So, this was a new experience for her and I. She was so nervous the first few months. but the staff made her feel so comfortable there. She didn’t want to leave after graduation. They have such an amazing staff. If my daughter could stay there till the end of elementary school, I would have kept her there. We had such a good experience with MCD. She learned so much being there. She picked up some Spanish phrases. I followed their suggestion to continue her education with a second language. my daughter is enrolled in a dual immersion program. I highly recommend enrolling your child with MCD.

Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Thank you Kristie! We greatly appreciate you taking the time to annotate some of MCD's best qualities. It was our pleasure having her as a student. We are very excited for her taking dual immersion classes in the elementary level.

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Business details

  • Address: 4754 Sea Tern Ct, San Diego, CA 92154
  • Phone: (619) 272-9397
  • Service area: San Diego, CA