Mission Bay Montessori Academy
Daycare, Preschool, Pre-K, Kindergarten & Elementary Programs
Mission Bay Montessori Academy is a trusted Montessori school in San Diego offering a nurturing and engaging learning environment for children from toddler age through elementary school. Our programs are designed to support each stage of a child’s development while encouraging independence, confidence, curiosity and a genuine love for learning.
From daycare and preschool in San Diego to Pre K, kindergarten and elementary programs, MBMA provides children with opportunities to learn at their own pace through hands on activities and carefully prepared learning environments. Our Montessori approach encourages children to explore their interests, develop practical skills and become confident, independent learners.
Our programs include La Casita for children ages 2 to 3, Children’s House for preschool and Pre K, and elementary education through sixth grade. We also offer enrichment programs including Chinese, computer and technology, fine art, music, physical education, science and Spanish. Extracurricular activities and summer programs provide additional opportunities for children to learn, explore and have fun.
At Mission Bay Montessori Academy, we believe education should support the whole child. Our experienced educators create a structured and supportive environment where children can build academic skills while developing communication, responsibility, cooperation and self confidence.
MBMA has been serving San Diego families since 1968 and continues to focus on child centered Montessori education and individual growth.
If you are looking for a preschool in San Diego, Montessori daycare or a school that can support your child from early childhood through elementary education, Mission Bay Montessori Academy welcomes you to schedule a tour and learn more about our programs.
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Daycare and Preschool in San Diego
MBMA
At MBMA, we are proud to offer a diverse and thoughtfully curated range of educational programs designed to nurture the whole child intellectually, emotionally, socially, and physically. Our approach focuses on providing children with the tools they need to succeed, within a structured, supportive, and engaging environment. From daycare to elementary education, our programs inspire curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.
Admissions
Admission procedures start with a scheduled tour of MBMA. Tours are for adults only and a maximum of 6 people are scheduled in a group. All classrooms and levels are visited to observe children working in the Montessori environment and an in-depth overview of the curriculum is discussed. Parents leave their information for the waiting list at the time they visit. Evaluations are scheduled for the child/children after the tour date.
The evaluation is a readiness assessment to determine whether the school is a good fit for the child and to assess at what level the child’s needs may be met. Elementary aged children will need a current progress report from their previous school/teacher along with a skills evaluation by an MBMA teacher. Preschool “readiness” is usually around 3 years of age, but may differ depending on the child. The child needs to be toilet trained prior to scheduling an evaluation. Parents will know more about what “readiness” looks like once they have visited the classroom.Most children (preschool-6th grade) attend 5 full days. There are a limited number of half-day spaces available for first year 3 year-olds.
The regular academic day is 8:00 am-3:30 pm. Extended care is available from 7:00-8:00 am and 3:30-6:00 pm. In addition to the regular after school day care program, there are a wide variety of extracurricular activities available at an additional cost.Please look for information on our 8 week summer program each year as noted on our calendar. Children ages 5-12 from other programs are welcome in the summer months. Many students that are enrolled for the new school year will start the program in summer.
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