Bright Star Montessori Academy
Daycare center in Walnut, CA. 800 Francesca Dr., Walnut, CA 91789
About the program
Bright Star Montessori Academy is a licensed daycare center in Walnut, California, on the state register since 2011. It is licensed for 134 children and serves infant, toddler and preschool ages.
Bright Star Montessori Academy provides Montessori-based care and education for children aged zero to six in Walnut, California.
The program follows a Montessori approach, offers Spanish and Sign language and includes meals.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Bright Star Montessori Academy does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,183 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
101229.1(b) · 1596.8662(b)(1) · 101439(h)(1) · 101439(h)(2)
Open the state record for each visit report.
What parents say
Choosing Bright Star Montessori Academy was one of the best decisions we made for our family. My oldest son started here when he was just 15 months old and stayed until he was 4 years old. We loved our experience so much that we enrolled our second son as well. The teachers are truly exceptional. Ms. Rosie, Ms. Rosa, Ms. Mary, Ms. Olivia, Ms. Bethzay, Ms. Malorie, and Ms. Valerie have each played such an important…
Amanda Bui · 5/5 on Google · 2 months ago⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We couldn’t be happier with our experience at BSMA! My son has been attending since he was 2 years old, and we’ve watched him grow so much thanks to the wonderful teachers and staff. The teachers are incredibly kind, patient, and caring. They create a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. Communication with parents has always been excellent, and it’s clear that…
Peggy M · 5/5 on Google · 2 months agoBright star is the definition of the perfect preschool/daycare. I have two children who attend this school (1 yr, 3 yr) and I can’t explain how much I love both the school and teachers. They truly care for the well being of the kids and teach them so many things. Just having my daughter in for a few months I notice her education growing. This school is everything Montessori and they are amazing with communication.
Emily Sevilla · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoHighly recommended for kids. It's the best preschool in the neighborhood. Principal and teachers are very nice, friendly and responsible. My daughter went there when she was two and half till she's ready to go to public school. She had so much fun and loved to go preschool. She learned a lot of new things and knowledge in this academy. Her public school teacher realize that she is more prepared than other kids in…
vincent Lau · 5/5 on Google · 8 years agoGetting there
800 Francesca Dr., Walnut, CA 91789
Questions about Bright Star Montessori Academy
Is Bright Star Montessori Academy licensed?
Yes. Bright Star Montessori Academy holds an active Day Care Center + Infant Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 198016418, 198017169), with a licensed capacity of 134 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Bright Star Montessori Academy had any inspection violations?
California's public file shows 4 citations for Bright Star Montessori Academy, across 8 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.
What ages does Bright Star Montessori Academy take?
Bright Star Montessori Academy is licensed to serve infant, toddler and preschool ages.
How much does Bright Star Montessori Academy cost?
Bright Star Montessori Academy does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
