Hillside Montessori offers one of the Lake Forest area’s premier Montessori infant programs. Designed for Orange County children ages 3–24 months, our program directly incorporates the philosophies developed by Dr. Maria Montessori, all based on the cultivation of a respectful and responsive relationship between child and adult. Caregivers at Hillside are trained to meet the needs of infants through sensitive, careful observation. When infant needs are met, they become confident and better able to problem-solve. At Hillside Montessori School, children are reared in an environment that encourages independence, coordination, and self-mastery. The authentic Montessori experience provides a loving and caring setting where children learn to share and care for one another from a young age.

Hillside Montessori School offers a leading Montessori kindergarten and preschool program in the Lake Forest area. From our Orange County location, we offer a unique education method that can help your child reach their full potential. Our program is designed for children ages 3–6, the most impactful and important developmental period according to Dr. Maria Montessori. Hillside’s Primary Program, our kindergarten education curriculum, emphasizes six components of development: Practical Life, Sensory, Language, Math, Art, and Science. By understanding and leveraging a child’s natural desire to understand the world around them, we can maximize their learning opportunities while ensuring that the process is enjoyable for them. In addition to in-depth explorations of Montessori subjects—Foreign Languages (we have Spanish once a week), Math, Social Graces, Music and Movement, and Creative Art—we also offer additional electives such as Tumbling, Ball Sports, piano, and private Spanish lessons.