My daughter attends Seaside Ranchos Preschool and we love it. The class sizes are 6-8 kids, the…read moreteachers are warm and loving and my daughter doesn't even look back when I drop her off every morning. They have different topics they cover on a weekly basis and events held throughout the year that engage the parents which makes it fun. They use the ClassDojo app to share updates and photos which is really nice. 5 stars!

We are so happy our son started at SRP. It's such a warm and loving environment. While he has…read moretechnically has a dedicated teacher for his group he knows all the teachers and they know him. My husband says that he runs into class every day at drop off :)

My son attends this school and it has been amazing for him. He loves going everyday and has learned…read moreto read, write, and has already started some math. I'm very impressed with what Miss Mei has been able to teach him. He knows the sounds of letters so he enjoys figuring out what a word says. She also teaches mandarin on some days. Plus, her schedules and rates are extremely reasonable and cannot be beat if you're a working parent. I plan on sending my younger child here as well.

Both my son and daughter attended Torrance Montessori School…read more My son started first, from age 3-5. Then my daughter was there from 2-3. When we moved out of the area so that my son started kindergarten, that is when we unenrolled. I really like the balance between indoor/outdoor time and also between structured/open play. There is a lot of free open play built into the day's schedule which I like because the kids get to interact with each and build friendships. At the same time, there is also structure and routine. A typical day is as follows (this is when my children were enrolled so maybe this has changed a bit, you'll have to check with the school): before 9 am is open play. Lots of Montessori style toys and activities for kids to choose from. 9-11 am is academics with children being grouped by age. Their curriculum is age appropriate for that group. 11-1 pm is lunch and open play outside. The outside has plenty of space plus a playground plus flowers/plants and other items to play with. 1-2:30 pm is nap time for those who still nap. Nap is a separate building in the back away from the kids that no longer sleep so the kids can rest undisturbed. If they no longer nap, then there is an art/craft activity, spanish class, music class and/or another learning activity for those kids. 2:30-3:30 pm is open play and a snack break. I think they also offer extended care 3:30 pm - ? but I didn't have the kids in extended care, so I am not sure about the experience. I would imagine there is more open indoor/outdoor play. The teachers there have been there for many years. They are very sweet and caring but also have rules and safety expectations. They are attentive and they tune into what they see throughout the day. They will share important information or behaviors that they pick up on from your child and they will communicate. I also would go to them for advice if I was struggling with language or behaviors at home and they often would have very helpful tips to help me work on that and it often worked. This place is a very clean!! The kids are constantly washing their hands from the first moment they walk in the door and throughout the day. This place will be an amazing environment for your children. They will make strong friendships and also will be ready for elementary school. It is run by very great teachers, and it is affordable compared to all the other Montessori type schools in the area. I know because i looked into all of them and researched and compared. I was surprised that there are not a larger or students enrolled, but i think the reason is that Torrance Montessori is not an app-based school and/or a social media school. This school functions with good old fashion phone calls/and or speaking in person. My children both had a great experience here and they still have playdates with friends that they met here. I am glad I found this school when I did.

We've been a part of The Children's Place community for almost 6 years now. My son started in the…read moretoddler program and is now at the elementary school. My daughter completed her first year this year and they both deeply love their school. We chose The Children's Place Montessori because of the wonderful environment, the small class size, the affordability, and most of all the total commitment to true Montessori learning, not just having a lot of pretty wooden furniture and saying you're a Montessori school. Children are allowed to explore and go at their own pace. Sometimes that means they go quickly through a subject (though still with a thorough understanding) and sometimes more slowly as time and interest provide. That opportunity makes a huge difference and takes a lot of care and attention in a classroom full of kids. We really did not want computers in the classroom when our son was in kindergarten and are even more glad they're not a part of his early elementary education. Homeschooling was not in the cards for our family, but I really feel like the approach to learning here is the next best thing for our family. This is not a business that also happens to be a school. It's first and foremost a dedicated place of guidance that serves the whole child. I'm so grateful we lucked into an open spot exactly when we needed it so many years ago and look forward to many more years as a part of this wonderful community.

True authentic montessori school! My two sons love this…read moreschool! We really appreciate for all teachers!!

We love Excelsior Preschool! The school is clean, organized, and very welcoming. Director Ms. Kelly…read moreis kind and runs everything smoothly. Our child loves going to school and has learned so much. Teachers Ms. Aaliyah and Ms. Stacie are patient, caring, and great with kids. We struggled with potty training at other schools with no progress, but at Excelsior, the teachers guided our child well and success came quickly. We were so surprised and grateful. The balance of learning and play is just right, and communication with parents is great. We're so happy we found this school and highly recommend it to any family!

Visited facility and made a tour and no one there completely empty? This school Closed down?…read moreWebsite is still active corporate and Torrance location phones don't answer entire building inside all light off like no longer running?

We have had two daughters attend schools within Mary's Montessori network, and I honestly don't…read moreknow what we would have done without this incredible village of people. When we first started looking for a preschool, we were specifically searching for a school built on the Montessori pillars of learning and child development. What we found was so much more--a community of teachers and staff who genuinely care about every child's growth, happiness, and success. The love, patience, and dedication they show each day have made a lasting impact on both of our daughters. It's comforting to know they are surrounded by educators who are invested not only in their education but also in helping them become confident, kind, and curious individuals. The school is always clean, organized, and provides a safe environment where I feel completely confident bringing my child every day. As parents, that peace of mind is priceless.

My daughter has attended this Montessori school since it first opened, and our experience has been…read morevery positive. The school is clean, organized, and provides a structured environment where children can thrive. Since enrolling, I've seen tremendous growth in my daughter's independence, confidence, and overall development. Most importantly, she is happy and excited to go to school each day. As a parent, I appreciate the high standards, professionalism, and focus on creating a safe learning environment. Based on our experience, this has been a wonderful place for my daughter, and I am grateful for the care and education she receives.

One disclaimer to all parents: you'll never find the perfect childcare facility and no one will…read moreever take care of your kids better than you can. However, North Torrance Preschool does an extraordinary job taking care of kids of all ages. They are a little old school in communication, but they've been in business for over 50 years and there are parents with kids that used to be kids themselves at North Torrance Preschool. That's a really good sign. Ms. Sandy is awesome. She's caring, attentive and has been in charge of kids for a really long time. You can tell she genuinely likes kids. Our son started here when he turned 1, and while the transition to daycare was rough for him, he ultimately LOVED it. The caretakers are absolutely awesome. Shout out to Ms. Jasmine, Ms. Patricia, Ms. Paloma, and Ms. Francisca. They the real MVPs for doing the day-to-day. Again, you can never replace a parents' own care for their own kids, but North Torrance Preschool is a close second.

Both my kids have gone there. We moved far away (like 30 mins) so I tried sending my son to another…read morelocal daycare that was almost twice as expensive and I can tell you nothing compares to North Torrance PreSchool. The staff there is incredible. The rooms are kept up. The equipment is kept up. You really can't beat it. They know what they're doing and we ended up going back to them and it's totally worth the additional hour for dropping off and picking up our kid every day. We know he is safe and well taken care of. Go see it in person and tour with Ms Sandy. The website doesn't do it justice.

You know a school is good when most of the teachers have been there for 10-20 years. They love…read morewhat they do and it shows. We're so happy we found playhouse for both our children.

dirty school. unprofessional teachers. my kid is always sick from this dirty school. always…read more teachers refuse to meet with parents to discuss concerns. very unprofessional and dirty. My son has gotten hurt several times by other kids and was never informed do not send your littles here.

I am very grateful to TLE Torrance! My children love going here! The curriculum is great, the…read moreschool is always clean inside and outside, my daughter likes the food too! I love the school app on my phone. At any time I can check on my kids progress throughout the day, which includes photos. I love this! Staff- My children's teachers are warm, patient and very welcoming. Mrs. Rocio is a TOTAL rockstar! My family loves her. Other teachers such as Ms. Lilian, Ms. Ashley, Mrs. Laurette are awesome too. They all create a safe environment in which my kids thrive!!! Mrs. Brittany is soooooo awesome!!!! My daughter adores her. My family loves AND appreciates her as well. Directors- Ms. Demi is a real gem! Super on top of things as usual with a big smaile on her face!!! Ms. Aisha is absolutely AWESOME!!!!! She (and Maribelle) were so gracious and helpful recently!!!! I think the two of them so much to their caring hearts. I appreciate the two of them BIG TIME I wish this school went up to middle school. ALSO SUMMER CAMP here is amazing, my kids cannot wait to attend. During this time there are daily fun, exciting events. Thank you TLE Torrance. Sincerely, The Martin Family

My both kids went to TLE, unbelievable experience and care. Everyone is supportive and super kind…read moreto kids.