Montessori East County Preschool & Infant Care (9840 Maine Avenue)
Daycare center in Lakeside, CA. 9840 Maine Avenue, Lakeside, CA 92040
About the program
Montessori East County Preschool & Infant Care (9840 Maine Avenue) is a licensed daycare center in Lakeside, California, on the state register since 2006. It is licensed for 102 children and serves preschool ages.
Montessori East County Preschool is a licensed year-round childcare facility in Lakeside, California, serving infants through pre-kindergarten children.
The program follows a Montessori approach.
Tuition and capacity
Published on the program's website, read September 18, 2026. Weekly and annual rates are converted to a monthly figure. Confirm current rates and fees with the program.
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
101223(a)(2) · 101223(a)(3) · 101221(c) · 101216(a) · 101216(g)(2)
Open the state record for each visit report.
What parents say
Director Donna Bridgeman is a terrific person who has served her community for several decades. She always tries to do what is right and is, without a doubt, a people pleaser. Moreover, Director Andrea Laub is full of kindness and empathy ensuring a safe and protective environment at all times, to the best of her ability. I highly recommend Montessori East County Preschool. They provide such a nurturing environment,…
Charlie Faler · 5/5 on Google · 3 months agoI'm extremely disappointed with Montessori East County Preschool and Infants. On one of the instances, my daughter was punched in the nose by another child, and most recently, she has broken capillaries and a fingerprint bruise on her face. I took her to the pediatrician to have her face looked at, in hopes that she would open up and tell the doctor who really did this to her and to get advice on how to heal broken…
Magtoria Magnificent · 1/5 on Google · a year agoMy daughter has been coming here for a few months and I have zero complaints. ALL the staff are friendly/ kind regardless if they are your kiddos teacher or not. Andrea is a great director… and will answer any questions you have even if you have 1000… at first I wasn’t too sure about bringing your own meals but it’s honestly best. No one knows your child like you do and what they enjoy / don’t enjoy eating. Finding a…
Miriam Perdomo · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoI absolutely love dropping my daughter off at school here! She started going a couple of months ago when she turned 6 months old. In 2 months I’ve seen her progress so much and she really enjoys her time. How would someone know that an 8 month old enjoys going to daycare? The smile on her face! The teachers are fantastic and I feel that they truly care for my baby. They make her feel special when I drop her off in…
Brianna Coleman · 5/5 on Google · 4 years agoGetting there
9840 Maine Avenue, Lakeside, CA 92040
Questions about Montessori East County Preschool & Infant Care (9840 Maine Avenue)
Is Montessori East County Preschool & Infant Care (9840 Maine Avenue) licensed?
Yes. Montessori East County Preschool & Infant Care (9840 Maine Avenue) holds an active Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 376700140), with a licensed capacity of 102 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Montessori East County Preschool & Infant Care (9840 Maine Avenue) had any inspection violations?
California's public file shows 1 citation for Montessori East County Preschool & Infant Care (9840 Maine Avenue), across 2 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.
What ages does Montessori East County Preschool & Infant Care (9840 Maine Avenue) take?
Montessori East County Preschool & Infant Care (9840 Maine Avenue) is licensed to serve preschool ages.
How much does Montessori East County Preschool & Infant Care (9840 Maine Avenue) cost?
Montessori East County Preschool & Infant Care (9840 Maine Avenue) publishes full-time tuition from $1,495 a month on its website, read in September 2026. Ask about registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
