At Montessori at the Park, we believe that within each child there lives a spark of potential greatness.
This spark, when ignited by the childs natural curiosity, fanned by the joy of exploration and discovery, and nourished by the thrill of independent accomplishment, bursts into a burning desire to learn about himself and the world around him, enabling him to fulfill his unique potential and achieve true greatness.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Average class size: 24 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Year Founded
2006
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
186 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Average Class Size
24 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Roxie Filsoof
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Dance, Gymnastics, Soccer, Spanish, Sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Montessori at the Park often compared to?
Montessori at the Park is often viewed alongside schools like Rancho Viejo Montessori School, Limai Montessori Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does Montessori at the Park offer?
Montessori at the Park offers 8 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Dance, Golf, Gymnastics, Soccer and Ultimate Frisbee.
When is the application deadline for Montessori at the Park?
The application deadline for Montessori at the Park is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Montessori at the Park is Santa Margarita Catholic High School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Johns Episcopal School (0.4 miles away)
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Students
Grades: PK-8 | 568 students 0.4 miles 30382 Via Con Dios
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 858-5144
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 858-5144
0.4
PK-8
568
Grades: NS-PK | 200 students 0.5 miles 30322 Via Con Dios
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 858-0646
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 858-0646
0.5
NS-PK
200
Grades: 9-12 | 1,701 students 0.6 miles 22062 Antonio Pkwy
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 766-6000
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 766-6000
0.6
9-12
1,701
Kindercare Learning Centers # 1535
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: PK-K | 33 students 0.8 miles 30062 Santa Margarita Pkwy
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 888-8880
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 888-8880
0.8
PK-K
33
Santa Margarita KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: NS-PK 0.8 miles 30062 Santa Margarita Pkwy
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 888-8880
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 888-8880
0.8
NS-PK
n/a
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