01/13/2026
Rancho Viejo Montessori School
The Rancho Viejo School is an independent Montessori School located in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA.
Founded in 1996, our school serves children ages 18-months through middle school.
01/10/2026
Beautiful. Talent discovered.
12/12/2025
The house that calls itself Montessori but does not live it will one day stand empty. The child will always find the real one, because the real one is carried in hearts like ours.
04/30/2025
In a Montessori classroom, even conflict is a learning opportunity. ✨
Rather than relying on adults to solve every disagreement, Montessori students are guided through peaceful conflict resolution using tools like peace tables, calm communication, and active listening.
They learn to express their feelings, consider others' perspectives, and resolve issues respectfully—all essential skills for life beyond the classroom.
🌱 Empowering children to solve problems builds independence, empathy, and emotional intelligence from an early age.
🧠 How do YOU help your child navigate conflict at home?
👇 Drop your thoughts or tips below!
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04/29/2025
Little tasks = big confidence boosts ✨
Encourage independence at home by letting your child water plants, prep a snack, or help with cleanup.
It’s not just helpful—it’s empowering.
04/28/2025
Learning beyond the classroom!
Our Montessori students soaked up ocean ecosystems knowledge during this enriching field trip.
Real-world experiences like these spark wonder, deepen understanding and make learning unforgettable. 🌊🐋
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04/26/2025
📣 We’re now enrolling students from 6 weeks to 12 years old!
Rancho Viejo Montessori supports every stage of growth with a nurturing, hands-on, and child-led approach.
Ready to give your child the Montessori advantage?
📞 Call today: 949.459.0199
04/25/2025
🎓 Why are Montessori students so confident academically? It all starts with the materials.
In a Montessori classroom, every material is intentional—with a hands-on purpose that brings academic concepts to life. From long, longer, longest to cubing and squaring, even our youngest learners are building deep understanding through physical experience. ✨
By the time students reach elementary, they don’t just memorize—they understand. They’ve seen how long division works, held ten cubed in their hands, and built a foundation that sticks for life. 🧠💡
That’s the Montessori magic. And it’s what sets Rancho Viejo Montessori apart.
📍 Serving children 6 weeks to 12 years
📞 Call us to schedule your tour today!
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04/24/2025
Montessori in action!
Our students explored marine life up close during a hands-on learning experience at the aquarium.
Touching, observing, and engaging with nature builds curiosity, confidence, and compassion for the world around them. 💫
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04/23/2025
Is your child constantly curious?
Independent? Always asking “why”?
They might just be made for Montessori.
Here are 3 signs your child would THRIVE in a Montessori environment:
1️⃣ They love doing things on their own
2️⃣ They ask deep questions about the world
3️⃣ They enjoy hands-on activities more than screens
At Rancho Viejo Montessori School, we nurture their natural spark — guiding them from 6 weeks old through elementary with a proven, child-led approach.
✅ Enrolling Now | 📍 Rancho Santa Margarita
📞 Call us today to book a tour: 949.459.0199
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04/22/2025
Why are uninterrupted work periods so important in Montessori learning?
In Montessori education, extended, uninterrupted work periods give children the time and space to enter a state of deep concentration—what Dr. Maria Montessori called “the child’s true work.”
Rather than rushing from one task to the next, children are allowed to follow their curiosity, make discoveries, and repeat activities to mastery.
These long periods of focused work foster independence, confidence, problem-solving, and a lifelong love of learning.
✨ Slow down. Let them focus. Watch them thrive.
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04/21/2025
Montessori isn’t just a method—it’s a movement.
✔️ Hands-on learning
✔️ Respect for the child
✔️ Mixed-age classrooms
✔️ Focused, purposeful independence
Find out why families choose Rancho Viejo Montessori to help their child thrive.
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29782 Avenida De Las Bandera
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
92688
Opening Hours
| Monday | 7am - 6pm |
| Tuesday | 7am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 7am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 7am - 6pm |
| Friday | 7am - 6pm |