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Montessori on the Lake

Licensed child care center in Lake Forest

24291 Muirlands, Suites 1 & 2, Lake Forest, CA (949) 855-5630

Montessori on the Lake is a licensed child care center located in the 92630 zip code, Lake Forest, California. This center-based child care provider operates under California Department of Social Services license #300606752 and has a licensed capacity of 77 children. Montessori on the Lake has served the community for over 38 years, first licensed in 1988.

Parents researching this provider can review official inspection history, complaint investigations, facility scores, and licensing details directly on this page. All information is sourced from publicly available California Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) records and is updated regularly.

Licensed for up to 77 children in a center-based setting. Child care centers typically offer structured programs with age-specific classrooms, trained staff, and dedicated facilities designed for early learning and development.

7 total visits

3 inspections 3 complaints 1 other

Type A

Serious Citations

Type B

Minor Citations

Capacity

What do these numbers mean?

Inspections: Routine evaluations by CCLD to verify health and safety standards.

Complaint visits: On-site investigations of complaints filed against the facility.

Other visits: Follow-ups, technical assistance, or other regulatory contacts.

Type A citations: Serious violations posing immediate risk to children.

Type B citations: Less serious violations needing correction.

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What Is a Child Care Center?

Child care centers are licensed facilities that operate in commercial or institutional settings, providing structured care and early education for groups of children. In California, centers must employ qualified teachers with early childhood education (ECE) units and maintain specific teacher-to-child ratios as required by the Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD).

Parents often choose this type of child care for:

Structured curriculum and daily programming
Qualified teachers with ECE credentials
State-mandated teacher-to-child ratios
Dedicated indoor and outdoor learning spaces
Regular licensing inspections by CCLD

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Montessori on the Lake licensed?

Yes, Montessori on the Lake holds an active license (#300606752) from the California Department of Social Services (CDSS). Its current status is "Licensed."

How much does Montessori on the Lake cost?

Based on typical county pricing for licensed child care centers in Orange County, expect approximately $1,099–$1,705 per month depending on your child's age. Contact Montessori on the Lake directly for exact pricing.

What is the capacity of Montessori on the Lake?

Montessori on the Lake can serve up to 77 children at a time.

What are the different types of visits at Montessori on the Lake?

Montessori on the Lake has received 7 total visits: 3 inspections, 3 complaint visits, and 1 other visit. Inspections are routine evaluations by CCLD. Complaint visits are on-site investigations. Other visits include follow-ups and technical assistance.

How many inspections has Montessori on the Lake had?

Montessori on the Lake has had 3 inspections on record, with 1 Type A (serious) and 1 Type B (minor) citations.

Are there any complaints against Montessori on the Lake?

There are 1 complaint on record for Montessori on the Lake. Review the complaint history on this page for details on each investigation outcome.

What type of facility is Montessori on the Lake?

Montessori on the Lake is a Preschool Centers. Full-day child care for children from infancy through school age in a commercial setting. These centers are staffed by multiple caregivers and typically offer structured programs.

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