Business Details
20 Years
experience
Trusted Montessori Child Care in Redlands, CA
Montessori Kids Land Academy was established in 2006 to provide nurturing early childhood education rooted in the Montessori philosophy. With a team of certified educators, we create a safe, engaging environment where children from infancy through preschool develop independence, confidence, and a lifelong love for learning. Our programs emphasize practical life skills, sensory development, cultural studies, and language arts, all designed to foster holistic growth. We maintain small class sizes to ensure personalized attention, complemented by nutritious meals, outdoor activities, and enrichment programs like yoga and cosmic education.As a peanut-free facility, we prioritize safety while offering comprehensive care that includes diapers, wipes, and laundry services at no extra cost. Our founder, Lalita Bakshi, brings decades of experience as a certified Montessori director, ensuring our center remains a trusted choice for families in Redlands. By blending structured learning with child-led exploration, we prepare children for successful transitions to kindergarten and beyond. Our commitment to quality, transparency, and community has earned us recognition as a top-rated child care provider in the region.
Services
Infant Program
Toddler Program
Pre-School Program
Pre-K Readiness
Summer Camp
Nutritious Meals
Extended Care
Yoga & Music
Outdoor Activities
Field Trips
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer certified Montessori educators with decades of combined experience.
- Our programs include free nutritious meals, diapers, and laundry services.
- We provide small class sizes for personalized attention and safety.
- Our curriculum integrates cosmic education and practical life skills.
- We maintain a peanut-free, secure environment with 24/7 parent communication.
What people say
Safe environment
Nurturing educators
Structured learning
Nutritious meals
Outdoor play
Services
Infant Program
Our infant program provides responsive care for babies 6 weeks+, focusing on sensory development and routine-based learning. Certified caregivers offer individualized attention in a secure nursery environment with cribs, feeding stations, and sensory-rich play areas. Weekly baby yoga and language exposure activities support early motor and communication skills.
Pre-School Program
Designed for 2-3 year olds, this program builds foundational skills through play-based Montessori activities. Children develop fine motor abilities with practical life materials, explore sensory stations, and participate in group circle times. Curriculum includes basic math concepts, language development, and social interaction through structured yet flexible routines.
Pre-K Readiness
This program prepares 4-5 year olds for kindergarten with advanced Montessori materials covering fractions, geography, and reading readiness. Children engage in complex projects requiring critical thinking while developing fine motor skills through arts and crafts. Our teachers focus on following directions and independent work habits.
Summer Camp
Our summer camp offers themed outdoor activities in a 1500 sqft shaded playground with water play equipment. Children explore nature, practice cosmic education concepts, and develop physical coordination through structured games and creative play while maintaining Montessori learning principles.
Nutritious Meals
We provide balanced meals following USDA dietary guidelines, including hot lunches, morning/afternoon snacks, and fresh fruits. Our menu accommodates common allergies while introducing children to diverse foods through Montessori-style food preparation activities that teach self-care and cultural awareness.
People
Lalita Bakshi
Founder & Certified Montessori Director
With over 30 years in early childhood education, Lalita founded Montessori Kids Land Academy in 2006. Certified as a Montessori director, teacher, and trainer, she previously served as site director for multiple Redlands childcare centers, developing expertise in Montessori curriculum implementation and child development.
Questions
What age ranges do your programs serve?
We serve infants from 6 weeks through preschool-age children up to 6 years old.
Are meals and snacks included in tuition?
Yes, we provide healthy hot/cold snacks and lunches daily at no extra charge.
What safety measures are in place?
Our center is secured with monitored entrances, strict pick-up protocols, and daily sanitization practices.
Do you follow the Montessori method strictly?
We blend Montessori principles with modern early childhood practices for balanced development.
What enrichment activities are offered?
We include yoga, music, Spanish, cosmic education, and kindness lessons weekly.
