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Children at a table decorating cookies with colorful icing and gummies, in a classroom setting.
Children participating in an outdoor Easter egg hunt on a grassy playground with colorful play structures, wearing bunny ears and masks.
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Laying the foundation for a brighter tomorrow ☀️

Explore Montessori Programs

Empire Montessori has been nurturing young learners since 2009.

With 4 campuses across the South Bay and East Bay, we offer bilingual (English/Chinese) programs rooted in the Montessori philosophy.

Our mission is to help every child grow into a confident, independent learner. Through hands-on experiences, caring guidance, and a safe, supportive environment, children develop curiosity, self-discipline, and the confidence to thrive in school and in life.

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Learning Through Movement

At Empire Montessori, your child will explore their development of gross motor skills and balance through various fun and engaging exercise classes, taught by certified professionals. Classes include: Martial Arts, Music & Movement, and sports.

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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. Older children get the opportunity to experience positive leadership and develop a strong sense of responsibility and self-worth.

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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 sample menu

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Bilingual Immersion*

*Select locations provide a mandarin immersion education. Our toddler and preschool programs in Pleasant Hill and Fremont strategically incorporate both English and Mandarin into the education and daily schedule.

We have 4 different locations across the South Bay and East Bay in California

Click on each location to learn more about our programs!

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499 N 11th St.
San Jose, CA 95112

585 West Alma Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125

Monday-Friday
7:30am-5:30pm

Call: (408) 295-5900

Monday-Friday
7:30am-6pm

Call: (408) 280-1900

3765 Washington Blvd.
Fremont, CA 94538

409 Boyd Road
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Monday-Friday
7:30am-6pm

Call: (510) 979-1696

Monday-Friday
7:30am-6pm

Call: (925) 280-1600

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Enrollment is open for ages 1-6!

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Enrollment is open for ages 1-6! *

Enrollment is open in our 4 locations

Downtown San Jose, Fremont, Willow Glen San Jose, and Pleasant Hill!

How to Enroll

Montessori Programs

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    Infant Program

    Ages 12 months–24 months

    Infant programs are only available at our San Jose locations.

    Learn More
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    Two's Program

    Ages 2–3 years old

    All locations have a Two’s/Toddler Program. Fremont offers a bilingual program.

    Learn More
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    Preschool Program

    Ages 3–6 years old

    All locations have a Preschool/Primary program. Fremont offers a bilingual program.

    Learn More

What People Are Saying

“As a busy family, we also appreciated that Empire provides meals and plans so many fun activities throughout the year, including a petting zoo, bounce house, water play, holiday celebrations, and more. Ms. July, the director, is consistently responsive and communicative, and any time we had a question or concern, she was quick to get back to us.
We're so grateful for the community Empire built around our girls. Highly recommend!”

— Rachel J.

“They have wonderful loving teachers who are warm and always friendly, a great curriculum with fun activities, beautiful and clean grounds, and our daughter loves it. She feels loved and is thriving here. We also appreciate how safe it is. The security at the school is bar none. We are proud to be a part of this preschool.

— Lisa M.

“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.