VISIT US AT
Pleasant Hill
409 Boyd Road
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
925-280-1600
Monday-Friday
7:30am-6pm
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 ART PROGRAM
Building confidence through creativity
Through painting, drawing, and hands-on projects, children refine motor coordination, spark creativity, and learn to communicate ideas beyond words.
At Empire Montessori, we see art as a language of discovery. Every brushstroke and doodle helps children explore their imagination, problem-solve in new ways, and experience the joy of creation. Art nurtures independence, self-esteem, and a lifelong love for learning.
OUR CHINESE BILINGUAL PROGRAM
Opening doors with two languages
Our Chinese Bilingual Program gives children the gift of learning Mandarin alongside English during their most natural years for language development. In our Montessori classrooms, children absorb Mandarin through songs, stories, conversations, and hands-on activities woven into their daily routine. This immersive, play-based approach not only builds strong language skills but also fosters cultural appreciation, confidence, and cognitive growth, preparing children to thrive as open-minded, global learners.
Why Families Choose Montessori
Montessori Method
At Empire Montessori, we honor your child’s natural curiosity and capacity to learn. From birth through early childhood, children absorb knowledge effortlessly through exploration and play. With uninterrupted time to discover at their own pace, they build independence, confidence, and a love for purposeful learning.
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, giving your child both academic and life skills that last.
From First Steps to School Ready
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Two's Program
For ages 2-3 years old.
We focus on:
✔️Language development
✔️Motor coordination & strength
✔️Autonomy & a sense of free will
✔️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 3 locations: Downtown San Jose, Fremont, and Willow Glen San Jose!
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.
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.
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.
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 Monday to Friday from 9:30 am to 11 am.
Address: 409 Boyd Road Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Phone: 925-280-1600
We also have locations in Downtown San Jose, Fremont, and Willow Glen San Jose!
What People Are Saying
“This school opened 2 days prior to my writing of this review and our experience so far has been nothing short of amazing. They are now making in-person tours of the school at times when children are not present, which is great. The school is big, clean and everything is new. The only thing missing is more kids coming to join in the Montessori fun :)”
— Maria Y.
“My daughter just started here part time and she is already having a blast! She is almost 2 1/2 and was needing an outlet for socialization and also some fun learning time. So far she's loving it and enjoying the kids she gets to spend time with. The owner, director and teacher I've met are all wonderful and very nice.”