Heritage Montessori grew out of a close personal and professional relationship with Dr Maria Montessori, and our mission is, quite simply, to continue her work. As the first montessori school in Orange County and one of the first montessori schools in the US, Heritage has a unique responsibility and, with it, a unique opportunity to weave together a strong sense of community, as the legacy we embrace is shared in the lives of the teachers and families we have touched since 1962.
At Heritage Montessori, we want our students to grow into independent problem solvers and caring, responsible citizens. With those goals in mind, teachers prepare the environment to a high degree of perfection with a series of sequential, manipulative and sensorial materials. With the prepared environment set, our curriculum can properly function to address the child`s natural tendency for physical and social growth.
The job of a well-trained Montessori teacher is to develop an individualized curriculum for each child and to bridge the gap between the materials within the environment and the child. The teacher begins by acutely observing each child, and reflecting upon his observations to carefully craft the level-appropriate curriculum for the child. Thus, the environment becomes a nourishing place for each and every child no matter the child`s level of development. The physical space in which our programs take place is one of the most important contributors to our success, second only to the quality of our staff.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1962
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- School Motto: Let us discover the genius in your child!
Student-Teacher Ratio:
- Preschool: 1:12
- Elementary: 1:24
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Heritage Montessori School of Lake Forest offer a summer program?
Yes, Heritage Montessori School of Lake Forest offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Heritage Montessori School of Lake Forest?
The application deadline for Heritage Montessori School of Lake Forest is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Heritage Montessori School of Lake Forest is Heritage Christian School (1.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Country Village Preschool (1.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Bella Montessori Schools (1.2 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Bella Montessori Schools
Daycare / Preschool
20602 Prism Pl
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 900-2420
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 900-2420
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 133 students
Country Village Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
27005 Burbank
Foothill Ranch, CA 92610
(949) 830-4300
Foothill Ranch, CA 92610
(949) 830-4300
1.2 miles
Gr: K-1 | 176 students
20411 James Bay Circle
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 583-9292
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 583-9292
1.4 miles
Gr: K-1 | 20 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Heritage Christian School
(Christian)
Preschool-12th Grade 22081 Hidalgo Mission Viejo, Ca. 92691 Jr. High - High School 23302 El Toro Road Lake Forest, Ca. 92630
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 598-9166
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 598-9166
1.4 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 335 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
26462 Towne Centre Dr.
Foothill Ranch, CA 92610
(949) 586-9161
Foothill Ranch, CA 92610
(949) 586-9161
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 89 students
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