Great Foundations Montessori - Northwood
Daycare center in Irvine, CA. 4980 Irvine BLVD, Irvine, CA 92620
About the program
Great Foundations Montessori - Northwood is a licensed daycare center in Irvine, California, on the state register since 2021. It is licensed for 132 children and serves preschool ages.
Great Foundations Montessori in Irvine provides Montessori education for children aged 24 months to six years.
The program follows a Montessori approach.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Great Foundations Montessori - Northwood does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,100 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
1596.8662(b)(1) · 1596.7995(a)(1) · 101216.1(c)(1) · 101700(b) · 101223(a)(3)
Open the state record for each visit report.
What parents say
My 4 year old daughter has been going to GFM - Northwood for almost 3 months now and we absolutely love it here. She has bad separation anxiety and the entire staff has been so understanding, patient and kind while helping her work through it. It is not only a nurturing environment where children can learn, explore, and further develop their skills, but also a place where teachers genuinely care about each child’s…
Taylor Poese · 5/5 on Google · 3 months agoThis school is a wonderful place for students and staff. The teachers and leadership genuinely care and work hard to create a positive, supportive learning environment. Having seen the school's commitment to its students over the years, I can confidently recommend it to families looking for a strong and caring community
Oliver P. · 5/5 on Google · 7 months agoFor the past four years, with both my first and second child, it truly feels like the Montessori teachers have helped raise my kids alongside our family. The school’s philosophy, caring teachers, and solid academic foundation all work beautifully together. The teachers genuinely care about each child and create a warm, supportive environment where kids grow confidently and independently. We’ve had such a positive…
JH Hong · 5/5 on Google · 7 months agoAll three of my children have attended this school, and our experience has been nothing short of amazing. Each child was welcomed, supported, and encouraged at every stage. The teachers truly get to know each child’s personality and learning style, and it shows - they’ve all grown so much in confidence, curiosity, and kindness. The staff communicates well, the classrooms are always warm and inviting, and the sense of…
Seraph T · 5/5 on Google · 10 months agoGetting there
4980 Irvine BLVD, Irvine, CA 92620
Questions about Great Foundations Montessori - Northwood
Is Great Foundations Montessori - Northwood licensed?
Yes. Great Foundations Montessori - Northwood holds an active Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 304371486), with a licensed capacity of 132 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Great Foundations Montessori - Northwood had any inspection violations?
California's public file shows 5 citations for Great Foundations Montessori - Northwood, across 4 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.
What ages does Great Foundations Montessori - Northwood take?
Great Foundations Montessori - Northwood is licensed to serve preschool ages.
How much does Great Foundations Montessori - Northwood cost?
Great Foundations Montessori - Northwood does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
