Both of my kids (now 8 and 3) have attended Rolling Hills Montessori, and we've had such a great experience. My oldest started in Room 3 with Miss Mishelle, and to this day she is the reason I feel completely at peace dropping my child off every morning, knowing they are in the best hands. The foundation he received in her classroom was huge for him and truly helped prepare him to be accepted into our first-choice, very competitive private school. My daughter started in Room 2, where Ms. Tracy helped potty train her (which I'll always be grateful for), and has since transitioned into Toddler Room 5 with the lovely Nancy. Ms. Dani, who floats around the classrooms is so loved, she's an amazing assisting teacher and an extra helping hand wherever it's needed, and it makes such a difference. The enrichment programs are also a huge bonus...Mandarin and Spanish classes, plus gymnastics and dance during recess, are things you don't find everywhere and add so much to the kids' experience. Whether you plan to continue on to public school (and we're lucky to have some of the best in Palos Verdes) or move on to a competitive private school, your child will be in great hands here. The principal, Michelle Collins, is wonderful, she's always around, approachable, and easy to talk to if anything ever comes up. We truly feel lucky to have had our kids at Rolling Hills Montessori. The teachers genuinely care, and it really shows. I would absolutely recommend this school. Love, the Andrianopoulos Family read more

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We have had a wonderful experience at this Montessori school, with one son still at the school and one daughter who graduated. The director Ms. Michelle is exceptional. She is warm, organized, and genuinely invested in the children and families. You can tell the school is thoughtfully run, and communication is always clear and responsive. The teachers are also outstanding, particularly Ms. Trish and Ms. Michelle. They are patient, attentive, and truly understand how to support each child's development. Our two children have made incredible progress in early reading and writing skills, and the academic foundation being built here is impressive. Our daughter was very ready for Kindergarten when she started. Beyond academics, the school creates a joyful and family community. They do an amazing job incorporating holiday and seasonal activities throughout the year, which makes the experience fun and memorable for the kids while still staying true to Montessori principles. We feel very confident that our remaining son at this school is being nurtured, challenged, and well-prepared for the next stage of learning. Highly recommend this school to any family looking for a strong Montessori program. read more

I cannot say enough positive things about RHM. This school embodies everything you could hope for in an early childhood environment. Our eldest daughter graduated from preschool this past year, and leaving was genuinely emotional for our family. The teachers are deeply invested in the children--they take the time to truly know them and support their growth with care and intention. Now, as our two-year-old begins in the toddler program, my appreciation for RHM has only grown. The school thoughtfully balances play, imagination, and time in nature with a strong foundation that prepares children for kindergarten. Most importantly, my children leave each day feeling happy, secure, and loved. That is what matters most to us. read more

Rolling Hills Montessori has been great for our little boys! We really love the grounds -- the trees & shaded playground that goes into a sandy play space really make it for us. We have also loved meeting the other parents and families -- as new PV residents, that was also a nice perk for us. Their full hours are 7:30am to 6pm, which has also been helpful for us as we both work. Overall, it has been a wonderful experience that I would recommend. read more

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My child has been at RHM for almost 2 years now and our experience has been nothing short of exceptional. She adores both her current teacher and her previous teacher and I have seen so much personal progress both socially and academically while she's been there. We have also felt so much warmth and support as a family from the teachers and from Michelle. It's not just a school, it's a community. We'll definitely be sending our other child there when she is old enough, I can't speak highly enough of RHM. read more

RHM is an amazing school with supportive and caring staff and teachers. Ms. Michelle takes everything into account including safety, learning environment, child development, and academics for every child, to ensure a phenomenal learning space. The teachers are very attentive and supportive, and are empowering in a Montessori way. My son is a current student and we have seen a significant change in his independence, confidence, learning, and maturity. His previous preschool was fine, but my son was stuck in a class with younger children and baby aged kids, which stunted his growth and development. Now he's thriving at RHM and actually likes going to school, which is a big deal. Ms. Michelle and the teachers are committed to all the students and intimately know how each of the kids are doing and what type of work, challenges, activities, etc are needed to keep each student growing and thriving. The classrooms and school environment is clean and is located on a beautiful campus with lots of space for the students to run and play outside. I highly recommend RHM! read more

We've had a great experience with RHM for our two toddlers. The teachers are warm and attentive, and the environment is calm, nurturing, and well-structured. Our girls have grown so much in independence and confidence. Highly recommend for families looking for a thoughtful toddler program and community! read more

Absolutely amazing gem of a pre-school. Both of our kids attended here through TK and 1st grade, and have moved onto other private schools. Our children came out well prepared and were very ahead of the curve at their next schools. If we decided to ever have more children, we would definitely be back! Thank for you the wonderful years @ RHM! read more

I've been on yelp for 14 years and this is my 7th review - I only spend the time to write a review when it's important to me. And, Rolling Hills Montessori is very important to me. My older two children attended two wonderful preschools, but when it came time to enroll my third child in preschool I renewed the process of reviewing schools. I decided to enroll my youngest of three children at RHM - I wish I had found it sooner. I remember decades ago I didn't have a cellphone and I put off purchasing one because I knew that once I had a cellphone I could never go back to not having one. Then, I had a "stupid phone". When I was using my "stupid phone" I put off replacing it with a "smart phone" because I knew once I got a "smart phone" I could never go back to using a "stupid phone". Well, then I got a smart phone and I wondered why I waited so long. RHM is the "Smart Phone" - I thought my children's first preschool (a highly rated multilingual, modern, enrichment-rich, Montessori school) was wonderful until my children began attending the second school (an amazing nature-focused, preparatory school led by certified Early Childhood Specialists and licensed Lead Preschool Teachers). Then, I was happy with their second school, until I found RHM. Finally, I know my youngest child is receiving the best preschool education of all my children. The instruction and lessons in the classroom at RHM carry over to the skills and interests that my youngest child is displaying at our home. She is a happy and responsible child, and is developing skills faster than either of my older children. Once you tour the grounds, see the classrooms, and meet Ms. Michelle (the school wouldn't be here without her) you'll know what I know - this is the best place for kids and the parents who love them. read more

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Our 3-year-old daughter has been at RHM for just about a year now. We've put her in now three different daycare facilities before RHM, and by far, RHM has been the best. It's safe, nurturing, and no-nonsense. Every since LePort Montessori closed, we had been searching for a school that really practiced Montessori fundamentals, and not just bastardized the name. We've finally found that at RHM. If you can appreciate real adherence to the Montessori way, RHM is for you. Michelle and her staff have been excellent. In our discussions with the teachers, they have a surprisingly much longer-than-average tenure (compared to other schools we've experienced), which is a testament to how well the school is run. Also, I realize that all kids are different, but RHM pretty much single-handedly potty trained our daughter. This is obviously a reflection on our poor parenting, but in a week, she was trained. Your mileage may vary. Unfortunately for us, there seems to be a few events/closures a year during "work hours" that make it quite difficult for us to participate, as we both have full time jobs. Perhaps other families at RHM don't have scheduling issues, but this is the only "negative" I can think of. If your schedule is more flexible, this is a non-issue, obviously. RHM's before and after hours care options have been clutch for us; highly recommended if you work longer hours or have an unpredictable commute. Finally, Michelle is an authentic, trustworthy, and stand-up person. She genuinely cares about what is taught at her school (and what isn't taught, if you catch my drift), has been extremely supportive of our family values, and confirmed the role RHM plays, and doesn't play, in our daughter's upbringing. She's committed to quality and Montessori fundamentals - and it shows. So grateful for her and RHM! read more

Both of our boys attended Rolling Hills Montessori, and it has been a fantastic experience for our family. The school has excellent leadership from the principal, and we are consistently impressed by the cleanliness, organization, and thoughtful learning environment. We have seen wonderful growth in our children's development, both academically and socially. We are very pleased with our experience and cannot recommend this school enough. read more

I have 3 kids and the 2 oldest started at 2 years old and graduated kindergarten there. The toddler program is amazing. They pretty much potty trained all 3 of them. My daughter has Ms Mishelle for all 4 of her years there after moving out of the toddler program. We love Ms Mishelle. My son had Ms Trish for 2 years and Ms Mishelle for 2 years. He still says he misses and wishes he can go back there. My baby is now with Ms Trish and will stay there till he graduates kindergarten. I can't say enough good wonderful things about all of these teachers and can't forget all the amazing helpers. They have so much love for the kids that it's very hard for them to move on and go to a regular school. read more

Sharing our love for RHM Preschool! All three of my kids have thrived here, thanks to the caring and nurturing teachers who truly understand their individual needs. The variety of extracurricular activities keeps my kids excited, and I appreciate how the owner ensures a safe environment while promoting independence. Grateful for this wonderful place that is my babies' second home! read more

Rolling Hills Montessori - Montessori Schools Near Me - Rolling Hills Estates, California

Rolling Hills Montessori is an absolutely amazing school. We have our son attending for the past 3 years since daycare and currently in pre-k, and we're so grateful for the experience and positive impact it has had on our son. We have seen him grow significantly during his time there, both emotionally and academically. The teachers are very caring and thoughtful and are very quick to alert of us any concerns and work with us to address them. The campus and facilities are beautiful as well, tucked away in a safe, quiet neighborhood, surrounded by nature. Cannot recommend Rolling Hills Montessori enough! read more

We've had two kids attend RH Montessori and have nothing but wonderful things to say. Michelle and her team are organized, thoughtful and have a wealth of experience. This is a wonderful place to start your child's education! read more

We absolutely love Rolling Hills Montessori (RHM) preschool! Our son has been attending RHM for a few years now, and we're getting ready to enroll our youngest. Reasons why we love it: Leadership * The director, Michelle Collins, commits 100% to the school & kids * Teachers genuinely care about their students * Room parents keep other parents informed with regular communication Education * Montessori method focuses on independent, curious learners * Small class sizes ensure individual attention * Prepares kids well for elementary school Family-Friendly * After-school care plus early morning-drop off for working parents * Fun events like family taco night * Birthday celebrations in class Other Bonus Areas: * Beautiful, well-maintained facility with engaging learning materials * Bi-annual student performances celebrate events/different cultures * Outdoor play area for children to play Our time at RHM has been great. We feel incredibly lucky to have found this school. read more

We love Rolling Hills Montessori!! We have 2 kiddos attending here. One is 4 and the other is 2! Both love going to school and have grown and developed so much since they started. All the teachers are great and knowledgeable, Michelle is understanding and sweet. The setting and surroundings are green and safe! We highly recommend this school!! read more

We sent both of our kids to Rolling Hills Montessori and had a wonderful experience. It is located on a big property with an expansive outdoor/playground area. The staff is amazing and a special shout out to Miss Trish who went above and beyond with her dedication to teaching -which prepared both of our kids for elementary school. We will miss our days at RH Montessori and highly recommend this great school! read more

My oldest has been at RHM for the last 3 years and now all three of my children go here. I've been so happy with all the incredible, loving, hard-working teachers. Michelle, the owner has been amazing and such a delight to chat with everyday. She is so caring, sweet and personable. The growth I've seen from my children is outstanding. My son started the pre-school program shy and very introverted and just 4 months later he is a completely different child, excelling in school, playing with all the kids and talking/communicating so well. They take the time to truly get to know the kids and genuinely help them grow and exceed. The campus is beautiful, set among trees surrounded my nature, we love it and will be heartbroken the day our last baby finished at RHM! read more

Rolling Hills Montessori is a great school. My oldest son attended there and now my daughter is going to RHM. Teachers are great and the director Michelle Collins is fantastic and really have done a superb job throughout the pandemic. I'm sure we will greatly miss RHM when my daughter graduates. I highly recommend this school. read more

My son has been attending Rolling Hills Montessori for two years now and my daughter will be starting there in the toddler class in August. I cannot say enough about this wonderful school. The beautiful campus, the most caring teachers and the programs they have are fantastic. My husband and I toured every pre school in the area (about 10 schools), before deciding on RHM for our son. It is hands down the best of the best. The school accommodates and fulfills my son's needs at every turn and he is thriving as a result. The toddler class teachers are amazing - extremely caring, patient, and very hands on. With their help my son was potty trained in 10 days! All the teachers work tirelessly to go above and beyond for their students and really communicate and work well with the parents too. Michelle, (the owner and founder) has really set the bar high for those wanting a proper Montessori education and environment for their children. I wholeheartedly recommend Rolling Hills Montessori. read more

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Michelle and the teachers have been incredible. They have worked tirelessly to provide our kids with safe in-person learning and play throughout a difficult and scary year. My son is thriving and learning much more than he did in public TK. The lessons are individualized and have been well-tailored for my son. The highlight of this year so far was the incredible international festival. My son has a newfound love for singing and dancing. I am so grateful for this school and Ms. Collins! read more

Pros: Beautiful campus that attracts kids and parents. Over friendly. Cons: I didn't get any help when my child was in impulsive phase. Rather,oral complaints and writtencomplaints. 1×1 on my son to protect other kids,instead of giving some help to my child. We moved him to another Montessori School and doing great.No impulsivity,no speech or communication issues reported.Rather,they asked us not to worry and be at peace. Improving on fine motor skills as well. Sits in circle time well. Gives me the headlines of what happened at school. All this change in 1.5 month. We were feeling very down at one stage to hear so much,sometimes at the front of the gate when we happen to cross staff. The new school helped my child to improve on eating lunch,worked with us to send fruits to decrease his school crackers intake in snack time. These steps show that he is being helped. What I felt is,they control parents from questioning/following up by being adamant in responses sometimes making it uncomfortable to follow up next time. When everything is good, everyone is happy and normal. But, when something started to change, there was no help. Based on how he is treated, he shows respect in teachers, not just the main but assistant teachers as well and also other classroom teachers.He happily wanders and wishes them. No experienced faculty in after school child care to control active kids who's energy never gets exhausted. We definitely care about the place where he spends most of his time during weekdays, especially long days. read more