Mrs. Judi Niemela is the director of LiMai Montessori Academy. She has been involved in Montessori teaching since 1993.
LiMai Montessori Academy classrooms have a rich environment full of the Montessori materials to help each child reach their highest potential.
The Montessori method helps children attain their highest potential during school hours.
Montessori simply helps us relate to our children more accurately.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Yearly Tuition: $1,409
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Limai Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Year Founded
1993
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
163 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by hours and days
% on Financial Aid
2%
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Judi Niemela
Application URL
School Notes
- Ages 2 through 6 years of age. Tution varies; the $1409.00 monthly tuition is for 5 full days from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. You may choose 5 eight hour days, School days, or half days with 3, 4 or 5 days per week. Three half days per week is $1039.00 per month.
- We have a after school sports program, dance and a Stem Class.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Limai Montessori Academy cost?
Limai Montessori Academy's tuition is approximately $1,409 for private students.
What schools are Limai Montessori Academy often compared to?
Limai Montessori Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Montessori at the Park by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Limai Montessori Academy?
The acceptance rate of Limai Montessori Academy is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
When is the application deadline for Limai Montessori Academy?
The application deadline for Limai Montessori Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Limai Montessori Academy vs. Montessori at the Park
The nearest high school to Limai Montessori Academy is Santa Margarita Catholic High School (1.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is RSM Christian School (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Kindercare Learning Centers # 1535 (0.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Kindercare Learning Centers # 1535
Daycare / Preschool
30062 Santa Margarita Pkwy
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 888-8880
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 888-8880
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 33 students Tuition listed
29582 Aventura
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 589-4504
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 589-4504
0.5 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 375 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition listed
Santa Margarita KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
30062 Santa Margarita Pkwy
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 888-8880
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 888-8880
0.5 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Rancho Viejo Montessori School
Montessori School
29782 Avenida De Las Bandera
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 459-0199
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 459-0199
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 100 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 Acceptance rate listed
30322 Via Con Dios
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 858-0646
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 858-0646
0.8 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 200 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition listed
School Reviews
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