Nurturing curiosity and creativity in an exceptional learning environment where children flourish.

Enrolling now for ages 18 months through 6 years

Learning is fun at Valley OakHands-on Montessori materialsSTEAM integrated curriculumServing San Jose & Milpitas22 years of nurturing curiosity Learning is fun at Valley OakHands-on Montessori materialsSTEAM integrated curriculumServing San Jose & Milpitas22 years of nurturing curiosity
Our Philosophy

Every child grows at their own pace.

Like the oak our school is named for, growth here isn’t linear or timed — it’s layered. Each stage forms the strength for the next, at exactly the pace each child needs.

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Ring one

Explore

Open-ended, hands-on experiences let each child build their own concepts, test ideas, and find out how things work — the innermost ring every later skill grows from.

Ring two

Engage

A variety of prepared classroom settings and activities appeal to varying interests and each child’s unique learning needs, widening what they can reach on their own.

Ring three

Grow

The child progresses to the next level once a skill is mastered — setting their own pace of advancement and reaching their individual potential.

Varsha Kumar, Co-Founder and Director of Valley Oak Montessori
“My goal is to nurture each child’s curiosity and creativity. I strive to help them build a strong foundation that enables them to engage with their environment and community in an inquisitive, responsible, and compassionate way.”
Varsha Kumar Co-Founder & Director, Valley Oak Montessori
Children celebrating and playing together
Montessori sorting materials in a wooden tray
Wings to Fly

We give your children wings to fly higher and stronger.

Childhood is wondrous and fleeting. We celebrate it fully — building a foundation for a lifetime of learning while creating beautiful memories along the way, in a daycare and preschool that serves San Jose and Milpitas families.

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Programs

An age-matched path from toddlerhood to Kindergarten.

Rated among the best Montessori preschools by parents — combining Montessori philosophy with STEAM to foster independence, creativity, and a lasting love of learning.

18 months – 3 yrs

Toddler

Gentle routines and sensory-rich materials that build early independence and trust.

3 yrs – 6 yrs

Pre-Kindergarten

Hands-on Montessori materials and STEAM projects that prepare children for Kindergarten.

School-age

After School Enrichment

Kinder-age enrichment activities that extend the school day with purpose and play.

Seasonal

Summer Camp

A season of discovery — outdoor exploration, art, and STEAM woven into every week.

Health & Safety

A healthy, safe, and secure environment — every day.

Low Teacher-to-Child Ratios

Small classrooms mean every child gets the individual attention they need.

Balanced Nutrition Through Choices

Thoughtful meal options that support growing bodies and minds.

CDC & Santa Clara Health Guidelines

Practices aligned with current public health standards.

Locations

Two campuses, one Montessori standard.

South Bay

San Jose

Our original campus — 22 years of Montessori practice in the heart of San Jose.

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South Bay

Milpitas

The same nurturing, prepared environment, close to home for Milpitas families.

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Ready When You Are

Let’s grow together.

Come see a prepared Montessori classroom in person — meet our educators and picture your child’s first years here.

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