Camarillo Progressive Montessori School

Posted: August 15, 2025

Based on our experience, I would not choose this preschool a second time. I often felt uninformed about my child’s activities, and it seemed to me that staff communication with parents was not a priority. The environment struck me as cluttered and not particularly inviting for young learners.

This summer, my child was placed with younger teachers who, in my opinion, came across as impatient and unkind. I would have preferred the warmth and understanding that I often see in more experienced, older teachers. Unfortunately, that was not what we encountered here.

In my view, the program lacked the structure, consistency, and warmth we were hoping for. We have since moved to a different preschool and have been much happier.

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Posted: April 5, 2017

Our expectations have been surpassed. Love this school, the teachers are amazing & my daughter is flourishing here. So grateful we found it!

Posted: July 28, 2015

The teachers are great! Always listen to my concerns and really care about the kids.

Posted: July 28, 2015

Posted: July 28, 2015

Aside from regular academics, the teachers here build up my child's character. They teach manners, respect, pride, & so much more than you'd expect.

Posted: July 28, 2015

My child thrived at this school. Small class size allowed the wonderful teachers to give more attention to their students. Wish we could have stayed longer, but he's onto bigger things! Here's a tip: bypass the owner (she's awful) and talk to the assistant director.

Posted: June 3, 2013

If you saw this school before 2012 and were put off, you need to go back. The new director/owner Kris is doing an amazing job upgrading the center. The staff is in the process of being certified and credentialed. The academics won't be beat anywhere else, especially in the pre-K and K classes. Kris has implemented an amazing lunch/snack program. The playground is upgraded and age-appropriate. The center is now very clean and organized and has a clear purpose. The kids are visibly happy and enjoying their teaching. They helped my children come out of their shells - anytime I had a concern, they address it immediately - for example my 5year old was having trouble understanding Math - Mrs Lupe worked her magic and my child is now doing math confidently. Truly individualized attention. Great academics. Happy children. Happy parents. So glad we came back to CPMS!

Posted: December 2, 2012

I've put all three of my children in this school to learn, have fun and stay healthy. They've all had the same teachers, which I love!! I would suggest this school to anyone that is serious about your child learning manners, eye contact, academics, and socializing. The language structures that my children learn daily, along with reasoning skills, have taught my children how to interact with others in a positive way both at the school and out in public. I'm very proud of what my kids have accomplished at Camarillo Montessori!

Posted: August 5, 2012

My son attended this school for several years. The first year was fine however, the director was not good with children. they wanted my 4 year old boy to sit and do math. They told me there was something wrong with him because he couldn't sit for an extended period of time. Newsflash people "HE IS A BOY" . I then took him to the doctor and he suggested that I switch child care centers. Unless you want your little one to be sent home with weekly packets of homework and be called constantly to come pick up your child, I would not recommend this place. After voicing my concerns to a few other parents, I found out that I wasn't alone.

Posted: October 31, 2011

THE KS CLASS IS DEVOTED TO THE TRADITIONAL MONTESSORI METHODS USED BY AN EXPERIENCED TRAINED MONTESSORI TEACHER, THE CHILDREN SEEM TO THRIVE AS THEY BECOME INDEPENDANT TO WORK TOWARDS LEARNING. GREAT ENVIRONMENT RICH WITH SUPPLIES.

Posted: October 28, 2011

Preschool is ok, but the k class teaching is bad, not Montessori teaching at all, the pre k staff are nice and will take good care of the children, the children are afraid of the principal, it would be a good school if they replace her with someone who likes and cares for children, likewise the present teacher.

Posted: February 27, 2011

CPMS is, in my opinion, a top-rate school. My oldest daughter graduated last year with a kindergarten education, and she was only about to enter kindergarten. My younger daughter is currently attending Montessori and my youngest will attend there in the fall. I suggest all prospective parents read the Maria Montessori teaching philosophy and make sure that it coincides with your own beliefs and expectations of your child's education. Montessori is a very structured school and focuses on practical and cognitive skills as well as traditional "textbook" education. However, they are anything but ordinary. The teachers and staff there are wonderful and the pricing is very competitive. I highly recommend this school - you will not be disappointed!

Posted: November 29, 2009