Dear fellow parents Please do not put your kids in this school even though they advertise this school as a Montessori school but they are not Montessori school. I see so many 5 stars reviews on this school but they are fake, this school is actually miserable. They have all preschool,pre-k,and kindergarten all in one room and it's crazy in there. The teachers are all rude and disrespectful like these people don't even know how to teach kids. In the morning they seem all nice but when your kids enter they all shiver because they don't know what's going to come to them that day. Every time my kids come out they always tell me that there day was horrible because the staff are mean. That also they tell me that there lunch was bad. So when I checked their lunch menu I saw cup"o " noodles, bean and cheese burrito,and chicken taco. I was thinking what do these people feed all the kids. I got really mad I was ready to change my kids to a different school. So parents please don't put your kids in this school the staff don't care about teaching your kids they only want your money. read more

Montessori Children's Academy - Preschools Near Me - Downey, California

This is my sons second year attending Children's Montessori Academy. He really loves it and has made a ton of friends. But, most importantly he's learned so much here. It's very important to us that he likes his teachers and feels safe and that's what they provide here. The entire facility is very clean and the food is decent. They also provide one snack for the day the second one you provide for your child. The hours and location are convenient. My nephew also came here and loved it. We definitely recommend it! read more

The school and staff are wonderful! My granddaughter is always happy and excited about what she's learning and making new friends. The staff are always friendly and helpful. They are amazing with the children. I love the activities the plan to involve the parents. It has been an amazing experience for our family! read more

These ppl won't even pick up the phone & don't have appointments to view the premises for months out, yet they are advertising for open enrollment. read more

I have to say that I am surprised at the reviews I see for this school. My son went to this school for almost 10 years and it was wonderful. Most of the teachers were absolutely amazing. My son loved going here and really misses it. The teachers were attentive, and were very quick to let me know if there were any issues. We had one incident where another child was being violent with other students, and that child did something to my son. That student was expelled for the safety of the other students because there was a pattern. I never once felt that my child was not safe at this school. In fact, I really miss the security I felt having my child at this school. They absolutely do move the students on based upon their development level. My son was doing phonics workbooks in Pre-K. I remember walking in to pick him up from school one day, and he was reading to all of the kids in the big classroom. Ms. Alexis is wonderful. She works hard to keep all of the kids engaged. She noticed my son was getting through assignments quickly, and started having him help the other kids in class learn. She also did some one on one instruction with him on some extra topics that he wanted to learn about to keep him engaged, and not get bored. Mrs. Bruins is amazing. You can tell that she absolutely loves what she does. She takes the time to just talk to the kids in the morning for a few minutes. She sees when the students get to the point where they are losing focus and reins them back in. She sees her students as people, and realizes they are all different. She was always quick to contact me if there were any issues that I needed to address with my son. She was also always receptive to any and all questions that I had. I saw her interact with a bunch of other parents in the time my son was there, and she was the same with everybody. Her top priority is making sure your kids learn and excel. Ms. Luisa is also amazing. I had to drop my son off at 6:30 each morning so I could go to work. My son loved going in early so he had time to go sit and talk with her. She was always supportive and attentive to parents. I only wish they went beyond 6th grade! My son would still be there if that were the case. I took him back to visit the teachers last year. They ended up ordering lunch and he spent a few hours there while I ran errands. I really miss them! read more

We have had our three girls at Montessori Children's Academy for the past year and a half. This school seamlessly blends structure, creativity, support and guidance. I am amazed at what our oldest, now in kindergarten, has learned and accomplished in her time there. She counts to 100, does addition and subtraction, and has begun an excellent foundation in reading and learning sight words. Our other two girls in prekindergarten explore shapes, numbers, upper and lowercase letters, colors and more. But the school goes beyond just scholastic advancement. The teachers and staff encourage the girls in developing their own autonomy and creativity through crafts, play and projects. All this is done with patience, kindness and encouragement for the girls to find and be their best selves. In addition to all this, they also provide quality childcare outside of school hours that is essential for working parents. The same teachers and staff that guide their development in the classroom, provide structured activities in a safe and engaging environment. We are so thankful to have found this gem of a school here in Downey and look forward to the continued growth and success of our girls there. read more

I have been taking my kids there for a total of 13 years and counting. 3 kids! It's an amazing school. I find it laughable that people think that with 3 days of school, it's a horrible school. You haven't even given your child the time to find comfort to a new environment since they are no longer at home. I also find it laughable about sharable adult toilet seats. It's not a personal area that is suitable for just one person. IT'S A SCHOOL! My kids have worked to their fullest potential here. The teachers challenge your children to see what they are fully capable of learning. They give them the tools they need to work and achieve their highest potentials. They show them how to see things differently. Example: They are not "playing with blocks" they are learning architecture. They are not "picking up their mess" they are learning jobs. If your child is doing classwork and it shows to be too "easy" the teacher will call the parent and advise if it's ok to give your child more challenging work. If your child is having a difficult time with their work, the teacher takes the time to do one on one with them to see where the confusion or the problem they are having is at. It's a 11 1/2 hour open facility that takes care of ur child before and after school hours (830-3). If this is not what you are looking for, send your child to public school, home school, or pay for a high priced private school. But don't bash a place because you gave them 5 minutes of a shot to prove to you what you "think" they should or should not do. read more

If your child isn't "perfect", don't bother. Poor solutions were suggested to some issues my son was having and in such a short period of time, he wasn't given a chance. Ms. Alexis was the most welcoming but the others were nothing special. Waste of time and money in my opinion. I regret enrolling my Son here. read more

I went here myself from kindergarten to second grade from years 2000-2004 (I will get to the extra year later in this review) and I have to say if I could give this school ZERO stars I would. This review is from what my mother has told me and my own memories. You think I would not remember things from when I was five to eight, but I definitely remember. Sure, I was slow kid but not that slow; so I would ask questions and the teachers would ignore me, not even help me! They told my mother I would have to do kindergarten all over again and I did! So all the students find out because the teachers blab on about me getting held back and that prevented me from having friends, I was a loner, no one talked to me; if I was lucky a teacher would talk to me. I finally moved on to first grade and it got worse. The teachers used to make fun of me for not getting the answers right or humiliate me if I failed a test in front of the class and all my classmates would either pick on me or just ignore me if I tried talking to them. I was "up to standards" to move to second grade and the same situations happened to me as they did in first grade. This time, they suspected me cheating and told my mom. Did I cheat? Possibly, I did, but it was only because I did not want the teachers to humiliate me in front of the class again. My mom had enough and took me out and put me in a way better school, I struggled a bit but the teachers actually cared about me and I learned PROPERLY. None of these "standards" and teachers ignoring students just because they are a bit slower in the material then the others. A lot of my friends that have kids or that will have kids in the future, I will not be recommending this toxic school to them and save there money and children! -Dominick M. Flores read more

My daughter started attending this school this year and she was barely three years old during that time. We were suprised because we thought that she wouldn't like it but she enjoyed going to this school and we have seen a lot of improvements in her confidence with dealing with other children. As both my wife and I work, this school has really been a blessing for us as they are really of big help specially Ms. Luisa, Maria and all the teachers. Aside from all the great staff of this school, the tuition fee is really affordable compared to other school that we've inquired with. read more

This place doesn't deserved any stars! My son attended this school for a short period of time. Why? Well, they give you a last minute noticed when you child is low on diapers or wipes (i.e. when you're dropping off your child). I told them (front staff lady & school mgr) that I would bring it after school and they responded OK. When I picked up my child that afternoon, he was soaking wet with the same diaper. The nerved of the front desk lady to say, he's wet with the same diaper since that morning! So, he's being punished since I didn't bring it on time. WTF! Spoke to other parents that same day and were not ok with what had happened. They said they should have at least borrowed one diaper from another child and replace it eventually. The front lady had the nerved to be upset at me for talking to other parents. Who the f*** she thinks she is. She was rude! So is the school mgr! They don't care about your kids. My son was always dirty when I picked him up. They just want you money! They don't care about the well being of your kids. I should have reported it to licensing!! This place should have been closed! I didn't get a chance to report it because they didn't advertised their license info! This is a red flag! So please, do yourself and your child a favor, don't enroll your child here. He/she deserves a nurturing and caring staff who will guide and teach your child. read more

Great experience with my two kids. Clean, safe, and great staff. My kids have been here for four years.

My experience at this academy is thee BEST! my son has been attending school since we relocating from las vegas in 2016, he is now 5 years old and has come along way he has learned so much EVERY PENNY IS WORTH IT I could be at work knowing my son is in good hands. The teachers are AWESOME Mrs, Alexis, Mrs Luisa, Mrs Anna , Mrs Claudia, Mrs Dolores, Mrs Norma and all the rest of the staff! Thank You ladys. read more

My child has been attending this school for three months and he has grown so much. He had a tough time at first and would cry when I dropped him off, but the teachers were very supportive. They would come out to the door and help sooth him. I would hide and wait a bit to watch if he stopped crying and he did, as soon as he thought I was gone. He loves going to school now. He has friends and he speaks about his teachers all the time. He listens more at home. I can't complain. This school is a great fit for my child. read more

we had an appointment on 9-16-16 before we went there my wife called and asked if they had open enrrollment for my 2nd and 3rd grader and they told my wife YES! all we had to do is pay the enrrollment fee and the monthly fee school. once we got there and told her that we did not want any body mistreating my children. as we said we did not want no one to mistreat my children she told us that there was no longer fit into that school. read more

Very great service!!! Absolutely love the way they took care of my 3 siblings. I've never had a problem with the teachers or the academy. Sometime I feel bad for the teacher because of some of the children's parents being rude to them, but yet the staff here are still determined to put in their best. This school always surpasses my expectations, and I hope to bring my children here when I have some of my own! read more

Giving 1 star only because I can't give less. This place is a joke. First, right through the door which isn't locked. Anyone can come in and out. The lady that sits at the front is not always there and she can view the camera remotely but she's not looking at it at all times when she's away. A kid can just walk out or a predator can walk in. Restrooms are before classroom for the little ones so anyone can come in and go in there to hide. Second, they're not very friendly. They'll get you in the door and take your check and then they don't even greet you, you can't get a good report on how your child did that day. My son didn't eat anything one day and he was given snacks that he'd never refuse. I also couldn't get a straight answer on whether he was able to nap or not. Third, they don't do a great job, from the little bit I saw, at watching the children. I picked up during outside play and the few "teachers" were standing around talking to each other. While I was there trying to look for my son, none of them broke from their conversation to help me out. As a new parent, I would have expected them to come find out who I am and not be so comfortable with a lost looking adult walking around in there. My son was not happy the two days he went there. I found him crying at pick up the days I left him. And lastly, when I brought up my concerns I was bluntly told I could pull him if I wanted to. Not even remotely phased with my concerns. They are not Montessori accredited either, they're just using the name. read more

I don't know why this place doesn't have better reviews. My son has been going here for over a year now and he loves it. The teachers and director are extremely nice. My son has learned so much here!! The front door now has a lock with a code to be opened which is a nice security feature. I recommend this place to anyone and will continue to take my children here. read more

My daughter has been attending for about 9+ months and she loves it. She says she loves her school, her teachers and her friends. She had a rough start ( 2 weeks crying and being nervous) but the teachers were there to help. I have noticed a positive difference in her personality. I notice the things she is learning at school as she brings it home and she loves going over her classwork at home. read more

After months of research and daycare tours, I decided to enroll my two year old daughter into this school. So far, our experience has been pleasant. My daughter has displayed a major growth. Her vocabulary has expanded significantly and her social skills have improved. She comes home singing nursery rhymes I didn't think she knew. She is now more interested and open in trying new foods. Her teacher, Ms. Claudia, seems sweet and caring. I am grateful the director, Ms. Luisa, accommodated our schedules when we needed it the most. The school is always kept spotless, which is one of the things I value most. My little is very happy with her school and sam I. read more

Everyone has different opinions but for me this school has been wonderful. My daughter has Larned so much, academically, emotionally, socially. teachers take care of the kids like if they were there own. All the teachers have been here for many years they must be doing something right. They give the attention the kids need not what the kids want, in the long run it had helped me to raise my child. I been bringing my daughter to montessori for many years and I don't regret a thing. They care for each one of the kids. read more

Have picked up my child from this location multiple times and he has had marks on his body. When asked how did he receive these marks, no one can explain anything to me. Upon picking up my son, my wife saw our son get punched in the face by another little boy and then stomped on repeatedly. This was only stopped by my wife, none of the teachers on the yard even knew anything about it. After my wife explained what happened to our son, she was told that our son plays rough as well. As if that is something that a parent wants to hear after their child was assaulted and stomped on. I'm all for boys being boys and playing rough. Being punched in the head and stomped on is extreme and the response after was completely wrong. read more

My oldest child attended school here for months and was never potty trained like they told us, the teachers were very distant and cold, the director was the most cold and seemed disinterested in the kids or our concerns. My child didn't learn how to even hold a pencil! My child didn't learn the numbers or letters (how to identify them), we had to teach them here at home. My child didn't learn a lot of things that were promised when we were enrolling. They gave us a report card at one point stating my kid was behind in a lot of areas... isn't that against Montessori outlook on learning? "We go at their pace and push their potential" yeah right! I will tell you that my child did learn a few things... like saying "awwww sh!t" "what the F***" "im gonna beat you up" "F'ing" and a whole lot more! Great huh? I really had my hopes up for this school as it's reputation was great. It's a Montessori for crying out loud! I feel horrible because my child liked the school but we pulled my child out after an incident I witnessed that left me floored! Sadly I will not be recommending this school to anyone. I paid for my kid to cuss... great! read more

I was a formal student here at Montessori Children's Academy. I really enjoyed being in the school, I learned so much. I am now in honor classes in middle school and I thank Montessori children's academy. The teachers always cared about us and encouraged us to do our best. The director was always caring and thoughtful. She was always on top of our education. Thank you Montessori for everything! read more

i agreed with all the parents who gave this school 1star!!! nothing special about this school PERIOD!! i moved to diff state and was looking for couple diff schools. and came across with this school was being famous? (idk!) BUT didnt realized until now i didnt READ REVIEWS ! what a shame!! SMH right? but anyways first day! PERFECTLY FINE WITH all the teachers i met.seems like they truely cares about you and your kid. second day i see little something wrong about this teachers NOT WELCOMING!!!! WHAT SO EVER!!! entering from the front door and director NEVER EYE CONTACT YOU WHEN YOU ENTER! first of all if my child is attending your school! be polite and be professional and all. but this school we will notice in two days how your child is shaking and HATES TO GO TO THIS SCHOOL. their lunch schedule? WHAT???? i was shocked!!!! NO VEGGIES on daily bases. CUP NOODLE??? WHAT??? TACOS??? WHAT!!!! not sending my kid to this school if your going to feed my son all source of FATTENING FOOD!! i could do that at home! DUH!!! dont make any sense to me or to other parents will think same way too! if you truely care about your child. how your child is being treated with coldness and the teacher only cares about current student not NEW kids. i eyewitness twice that my son was playing ALONE! will not send him this school whatsoever!!! IF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT THIS SCHOOL THINK TWICE!!! FROM EXPERIENCED PARENTS WITH THIS SCHOOL SHOULD NOT SEND ANY OF YOUR KIDS! WASTING YOUR TIME! & YOUR MONEY!! read more

I enrolled my daughter for preschool at children's Montessori academy and after 3 days I knew I needed to change schools. In those 3 days the room my daughter was in seemed chaotic. They have preschool pre k and kinder all in one room. There seemed to be too many kids for the staff. We were never greeted I always initiated the greetings. I never got any feedback about how my daughter did that day. The staff working directly with the preschool pre k and kinder students seemed cold and distant. They didn't seem to be involved or engaged with the kids. One of the staff seemed frustrated that she needed to helps daughter in the restroom. My daughter went from being excited about school to feeling scared to go to school. I switched schools and a week later my daughter is happy to go to school. I'm surprised this school has been in business this long. The staff doesn't seem to enjoy working with children. read more

My little one is 2 years old and has been attending this school for over a month. I can say that every morning she cries at drop off but the teachers all reassure her she's safe and soon after she's fine. Every time I pick her up she's in a great mood playing and just having the best time. I feel very comfortable knowing she is cared for and being taught more each day she attends. She surprises me with the songs and things she's learned so far. The staff is warm and welcoming, she is becoming a brighter and more obedient little two year old everyday. Whenever she gets hurt parents get a report of what happened called an ouchie report. Kids will be kids and well with a playground bumps and bruises are expected. They provide a calendar of all the lunches served throughout the month, so if you have a picky eater you know what days you need to send lunch. She previously attended a family day care and I wanted her in a more structured setting, I can say we have found that here at Montesorri Children's Academy. I would highly recommend this school. read more

Horrible school, my 3 year old son is traumatized because of this school. Unsanitary to have the kids share the adult toilets with their privates touching the seat. They don't pay attention to your kids, do not be fooled like i have been. The teachers don't acknowledge you or your kids. They don't care if your child is crying at the gate. read more

My son is on his 4th month at this academy. He is now 2 years and 9 months. Prior to starting school we were a bit concerned that our child was gonna embarrass us because he had a bit of a potty mouth thanks to my family surrounding. Within 3-4 weeks he was no longer using bad words. It took him about 3 weeks to adjust . He was having behavioral issues due to our newborn. We started part time the first 2 months. Started full time the third month. By then he was saying he loved school. He was also Spanish speaking only. Within weeks he noticeably increased his English vocabulary. I've never had a problem with the teachers. They seem happy to work there . As far as I can see. I have not seen any safety concerns that call my attention. All the kids seem generally happy and seem to be having a good time. Twice a teacher brought something up regarding my child's behavior that was minor . Fixed and solved. I didn't have a problem with the way they addressed the issue.Honestly, I don't know how they do it. read more