Business Details
Peaceful Montessori Preschool in San Diego
At Sunshine House Montessori, our mission is to create a nurturing environment where children feel peaceful, unhurried, and accepted. We prioritize fostering independence and harmonious relationships among children and with nature. Our approach emphasizes natural kindness and respect, reflecting Dr. Maria Montessori's philosophy. We guide children to discover their inner peace, enabling them to thrive academically and socially. Our licensed program, led by experienced educator Malina Brown, integrates daily garden activities, yoga, and mindfulness to cultivate curiosity and emotional intelligence.We maintain a low student-to-teacher ratio (1:6) to ensure personalized attention. Our curriculum balances academic rigor with life skills, promoting self-esteem and interpersonal growth. Parents consistently praise our warm, communicative approach and the safe, intimate learning environment. With flexible scheduling options, we support families while upholding Montessori's principles of child-led exploration and holistic development.
Services
Montessori Curriculum
Garden-Based Learning
Yoga & Mindfulness
Flexible Scheduling
Emotional Development
Highlights and features
- We maintain a 1:6 teacher-child ratio for personalized attention
- Our garden curriculum connects children to nature through hands-on learning
- Daily yoga and meditation practices build emotional awareness
- Licensed educator with 4+ years of Montessori experience leads our program
- Flexible weekly schedules accommodate different family needs
What people say
Peaceful environment
Kind and caring
Confidence building
Nature connection
Effective communication
Services
Montessori Curriculum
Our Montessori curriculum follows Dr. Maria Montessori's child-led learning principles. Children explore age-appropriate materials at their own pace while developing practical life skills, language, and math concepts. The program fosters independence and critical thinking through hands-on activities tailored to each child's developmental stage.
Garden-Based Learning
Our school garden integrates science, nutrition, and environmental awareness into daily activities. Children plant and harvest vegetables, observe insect life cycles, and learn about ecosystems. This hands-on approach cultivates curiosity about nature while teaching responsibility through caring for living plants.
Yoga & Mindfulness
Daily yoga and meditation sessions help children develop body awareness and emotional regulation. Through age-appropriate postures and breathing exercises, we teach stress management techniques that build lifelong resilience. These practices enhance focus and promote calmness throughout the school day.
People
Malina Brown
Educator
Experienced Montessori teacher with 4+ years guiding children through peaceful, nature-based learning. Creates nurturing environment that prioritizes child-led exploration and emotional development.
Questions
What Montessori methods do you implement?
We follow core Montessori principles including child-led learning, multi-sensory materials, and uninterrupted work periods. Our low teacher-child ratio allows personalized guidance while encouraging independence.
What ages do you serve?
We accept children aged 2 through 5 years old in our licensed San Diego preschool program.
How does your garden curriculum work?
Our school garden integrates science, nutrition, and environmental education through hands-on activities like planting, harvesting, and observing natural cycles throughout the year.
Are part-time schedules available?
Yes, we offer flexible options: 5-day ($830), 3-day ($700), or 2-day ($600) weekly schedules to accommodate different family needs.
How do you handle communication with parents?
We maintain regular communication through daily updates, progress observations, and formal parent-teacher conferences twice annually, ensuring transparency about each child's development.
Reviews (4)
Akiko Kato
Nov 26, 2017
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Our son went to Sunshine House for 2 years. He had a great experience with every aspect of the school. We love the teachers and would highly recommend this school to anyone. It's especially good for people in the neighborhood who intend to send their kids to Flatirons Elementary.
Jessica Torbin
Oct 20, 2017
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Sunshine House is a dream come true for our family! I am so grateful for this preschool and its amazing teachers. Our daughter is thriving at Sunshine House after trying several other preschools. The experienced teachers are exceptional and give each child personalized attention to ensure success. The classrooms and outside play area are relaxing and peaceful for the children creating a wonderful environment where the children feel confident while they learn and grow. Our daughter amazes us with her personal, social, emotional, and academic growth since she began at Sunshine House. She LOVES school
Nicole LiaBraaten
Aug 09, 2017
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My oldest son graduated graduated and we were happy there was room for our second this spring. The teachers are loving and very good teachers as well. The children thrive in this little school house as they learn independence and prepare for Kindergarten.
Sarah Ahn
Jul 31, 2017
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Our two youngest children attended Sunshine House for three years and we cannot say enough good things about this wonderfully special place. Cathy and Monika have such a wonderful energy and calm about them. My kids loved going to school each and every day and the Montessori principles encouraged a very lovely sense of independence. This place is a local gem!
