Empire Montessori at Downtown San Jose
Empire Montessori at Downtown San Jose is now enrolling. We serve families with infants through preschool-aged children.
We are located at 499 N 11th St. San Jose, CA 95112
Our opening hours are 7:30am - 6:00pm
Our goal is to provide the best Montessori environment for your children. We emphasize the emotional and social well-being of children.
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.
The Classroom
Safe, inviting, and purposefully arranged for your child to explore curiosities and independence. 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.
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!
Program Overview
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Infant
For ages 12 months to 24 months. This program is only available in our Downtown San Jose location.
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Toddler
For ages 2 to 3 years old
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Preschool
For ages 3 to 6 years old
Contact us.
For inquiries, please contact us with your email and your child’s name.
Ready to book a tour? Click here! We are available for tours typically on Monday to Friday from 9:30 am to 11 am.
499 N 11th St.
San Jose, CA 95112
Phone: 408-295-5900
Email: empiremontessoripreschool@yahoo.com
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.”