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Montessori education that supports children from preschool through elementary.
At Country Montessori School, children build independence, confidence, academic strength, and a lifelong love of learning in a peaceful, authentic Montessori environment.
Conveniently located in Poway, with an easy commute from surrounding North County communities.
Brief look inside our Montessori classrooms.
Which program is right for your family?
Country Montessori School serves children from the early years of independence-building through the deeper academic and social growth of the elementary years.
Early Childhood
Ages 2½–6
Our Early Childhood program helps young children build independence, concentration, grace and courtesy, and foundational academic skills through hands-on Montessori work.
Elementary
Grades 1–5
Our Elementary program helps students deepen academic understanding, collaborate across grade levels, and grow as capable, responsible, and curious learners.
What makes Montessori different?
Some families know Montessori well, while others are exploring it for the first time. A real Montessori program offers more than childcare or traditional classroom routines.
Hands-on learning
Children learn with purposeful materials that help them move from concrete experiences into deeper understanding.
Independence with guidance
Montessori classrooms are carefully prepared so children can make meaningful choices, build confidence, and develop responsibility.
Authentic Montessori environment
Mixed-age classrooms, credentialed Montessori teachers, uninterrupted work time, and real materials all work together to support growth.
What families say
“The primary classroom focuses on building a secure environment where my son safely indulges in his curiosity to learn and observe. The entire CMS staff is kind, supportive and accessible. Our family feels safe in their welcoming environment.”
— Riddhi, Ladybugs Parent
“Our son joined the CMS family as a preschool student. We believe in the Montessori approach, and out of all the schools we researched, we felt that CMS stood above the rest. We enjoyed our experience so much that our second child also joined CMS.”
— Ali, BB & Eagles Family