Welcome to our Empire Montessori Downtown San Jose location!
Located at 499 N 11th St. San Jose, CA 95112
San Jose, CA 95112
408-295-5900
Monday-Friday
7:30am-6:00pm
Our goal is to provide a high quality Montessori education and to help your child develop the essential knowledge, practical life skills, and strength of character during one of the most formative chapters of life. We nurture curious minds to flourish into respectful, empathetic, and leading role models.
Our Philosophy
Montessori Method
The Montessori philosophy embraces the understanding of a child’s “absorbent mind” where from birth through early childhood, our children experience a period of intense mental activity that allows them to absorb learning from their environment without conscious effort, naturally and spontaneously.
Our students are given uninterrupted time to deeply explore and challenge themselves at their individual paces. The Montessori Method observes that children can and will develop inner discipline, self-assurance, and preference for purposeful activity.
The Prepared Environment
Safe, inviting, and purposefully arranged for your child to explore curiosities and independence. Our classrooms are prepared with a full set of scientifically designed Montessori learning materials. These materials cover practical living/independence skills, sensorial exploration, language, and math. You will notice that the overall sounds in the classroom are of the children; adult voices do not predominate.
Hot lunches served daily. Click here to view a sample menu.
Multi-age classrooms
Multi-age classrooms allow for mentorship and mentoring between children. Older children can teach and motivate their younger peers. In doing so, older children gain confidence, leadership skills, & re-solidify their learning. The consistent community allows the child to build trust, which allows them to master their physical environment while building self-esteem.
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Infant Program
For 6 weeks to 24 months.
We focus on:
✔️Hand development
✔️Practical life skills
✔️A strong sense of trust
✔️The 5 essential senses
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Two's Program
For ages 2-3 years old.
We focus on:
✔️Language development
✔️Autonomy & a sense of free will
✔️Motor coordination & strength
✔️Mastering the toilet
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Preschool Program
For ages 3-6 years old.
We focus on:
✔️Multi-age groups
✔️Mathematics
✔️Vocabulary development
✔️Confidence & leadership
Enrollment is open for ages 1-6!
Enrollment is also open in our other 4 locations: Evergreen San Jose, Fremont, Willow Glen San Jose, and Pleasant Hill!
Learning Through Movement
At Empire Montessori, your child will explore their development of gross motor skills and fine motor skills through various fun and engaging exercise classes, taught by certified professionals. Classes include: Martial Arts, Music & Movement, and sports.
Nutritious Lunches
We provide fresh, hot lunches daily for babies and children who are ready for solid food. Vegetarian options are available for those that request them. See a sample menu here.
Multi-Age Classrooms
The multi-age groupings of children provide a family-like group where learning can take place naturally in an atmosphere of co-operation.This leader role provides the older children with the opportunity to experience positive leadership and develop a strong sense of responsibility and self-worth.
Contact us.
For inquiries, please contact us with your name, child’s name, child’s date of birth, and program of interest.
Ready to book a tour? Click here! We are available for tours typically on Mon, Wed, Fri from 9:00 am to 11 am.
Address: 499 N 11th St. San Jose, CA 95112
Phone: 408-295-5900
We also have locations in Evergreen San Jose, Fremont, Willow Glen San Jose, and Pleasant Hill!
What People Are Saying
“It has been a great experience with Empire. The school provides lunch and snacks for the students (included with the tuition). During the holidays, each class has an event and its so great to see! All the other teachers are wonderful as well. Ms Patti (Director) is a pleasure. We highly recommend Empire if you are looking into a Montessori type school!”
— Sarah C.
“My 3 year old started at Empire over 1.5 years ago. When he first joined, he didn't talk much and was a little behind on the typical milestones. By the time he turned 2, he has learnt so much and continue to amaze us with what the teachers have exposed him too.”
— Edda O.
“My son has been attending since he was one. He is now in three and in preschool he is very advanced in math and in reading. I give this rating because I love the teachers and how they teach. If only my son can stop growing so he could just remain here.”