The Slater Montessori school is one of the many independent Montessori schools.
Our schools pride themselves on providing quality education. We provide a variety of; developmentally appropriate learning activities within a stimulating, safe and nurturing environment.
We emphasize learning through all five senses, not just through listening, watching, or reading.
Children in our classes learn at their own, individual pace and according to their own choice of activities from hundreds of possibilities.
We empower each child to strive to attain their greatest potential within the classroom setting that builds communication between teachers and parents to maintain a climate of mutual cooperation.
All subjects at Slater Montessori Academy are interwoven. For example history, art, music, math, and science are not isolated from each other and a child studies them in any order he chooses, moving through all in a unique way for each child.
The children enjoy all that the capability to read provides.
Out new program has the children excited about reading with their self correction manuals, which encourage the the children to read and learn comprehension. The children learn to read phonetically.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
45 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
75%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Slater Montessori Academy often compared to?
Slater Montessori Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Fountain Valley Montessori Center by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Slater Montessori Academy?
The application deadline for Slater Montessori Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Slater Montessori Academy located?
Slater Montessori Academy is located in the Downtown Village neighborhood of Fountain Valley, CA.
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