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Fountain Valley Montessori Center

Fountain Valley Montessori Center is a state-of-the-art facility within a secured environment.
Our school offers children from the ages of 2 through 9 a challenging and enriched Montessori curriculum in a warm and nurturing environment.
Our goal at Fountain Valley Montessori Center is to allow a child the freedom to explore and develop a true love of learning which they will keep with them long after leaving our school.
We strive for academic excellence through practical exercises in the areas of Language, Math, Geography, Science, Sensorial activities and Practical Life.
We commit to instilling in the child a natural and ongoing curiosity toward the world around them and create a true love of learning that will stay with the child throughout life.
We strive to promote social graciousness and caring for each other and the world around them.
To meet the needs of each child`s individual spirit we allow them the freedom to explore, make mistakes, question and grow at a pace comfortable to the child.
Our mission is to create a physical environment that allows a child to feel a sense of belonging, to feel safe and secure, to develop and strengthen their self-esteem.

Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 214 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $1,030
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Fountain Valley Montessori Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Year Founded
2002
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 19, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
214 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
85%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Fountain Valley Montessori Center Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
24 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Please see website.
Summer Program Cost
$1,030
Summer Program Cost Notes
Please see website
Admissions Director
Sneha Mehta
Admissions Associate
Jahaira Bustos
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: The education of the very young child does not prepare him for school, but for life.
  • Please visit our website at fvmontessori.com for details.
  • Find us on facebook @FVMontessori and on instagram @FVMontessori
  • Please contact us to enroll your child or to schedule a tour, Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 6:00pm.
  • emails - sneha@fvmontessori.com
  • vicky@fvmontessori.com, jahaira@fvmontessori.com
  • Phone - 714-593-8333
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Fountain Valley Montessori Center cost?
Fountain Valley Montessori Center's tuition is approximately $1,030 for private students and $1,030 for summer students.
What schools are Fountain Valley Montessori Center often compared to?
Fountain Valley Montessori Center is often viewed alongside schools like Slater Montessori Academy by visitors of our site.
Does Fountain Valley Montessori Center offer a summer program?
Yes, Fountain Valley Montessori Center offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Fountain Valley Montessori Center?
The application deadline for Fountain Valley Montessori Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 214 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $1,030
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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