Lilac Montessori
Daycare center in Escondido, CA. 230 E. 5th Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025
About the program
Lilac Montessori is a licensed daycare center in Escondido, California, on the state register since 2024. It is licensed for 29 children and serves infant, toddler and preschool ages.
Lilac Montessori is a non-profit, teacher-led school in Escondido serving children ages 18 months to 5 years.
The program follows a Montessori approach.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Lilac Montessori does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,300 a month.
Licensing and safety
Open the state record →California cites a Type A violation for an immediate risk to the health or safety of children, and a Type B violation for a record-keeping or maintenance item. The state file gives counts, dates and regulation numbers, not the inspector's notes.
Regulations cited
101429(a)(2)(B) · 101419.2(a)
Open the state record for each visit report.
What parents say
Lilac Montessori is a little Escondido gem. The neighborhood is very lucky to have an education center that is tailored to supporting the community. Ms. Heather and her team of educators are wonderful. My children received personalized care and engagement during their time at school. The environment is very inclusive and supportive to all demographics of families. Communication is a key component to making parents…
Nicolette Lyall · 5/5 on Google · 5 months agoWe’ve had a really great experience at Lilac. My son has been attending for almost a year, and we’ve seen so much growth in his independence and confidence. The teachers are very supportive and take the time to understand each child’s needs. They really help build on those needs and encourage kids to be more independent at their own pace. You can tell they truly care. From the first tour, we felt like we belonged.…
Lorena Valles · 5/5 on Google · 5 months agoWe feel incredibly lucky to have found Lilac! From the moment we met for the tour, it was clear that this is a truly special, community-driven environment where both children and families are deeply cared for. The small class sizes and low teacher-to-student ratio make such a difference. Every child is genuinely seen, supported, and encouraged to grow at their own pace. The teachers and headmaster Heather are…
Melissa Lozano · 5/5 on Google · 5 months agoTruly could not be happier with Lilac Montessori. I love that when I drop my kiddo off I know they are safe and loved and happy. They were the only school we toured and they have been a perfect fit for our family. The staff is incredible, they truly care about each and every student. I have loved getting to watch our kiddo’s confidence grow and his love of learning be nurtured in such a beautiful way. I know it’s…
Shannon · 5/5 on Google · 5 months agoGetting there
230 E. 5th Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025
Questions about Lilac Montessori
Is Lilac Montessori licensed?
Yes. Lilac Montessori holds an active Single Licensed Child Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 376300873), with a licensed capacity of 29 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Lilac Montessori had any inspection violations?
California's public file shows 2 citations for Lilac Montessori, across 1 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.
What ages does Lilac Montessori take?
Lilac Montessori is licensed to serve infant, toddler and preschool ages.
How much does Lilac Montessori cost?
Lilac Montessori does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
