Montessori School of Manhattan Beach

Montessori School of Manhattan Beach offers toddler, pre-primary, primary, and lower elementary Montessori programs. It also offers after school programs with art, crafts, and music; on-site enrichment programs with tennis, soccer, foreign language, art, and music; and a summer school with Tennis and Soccer lessons and daily swim lessons.

At a glance

• Ages: 2–8 years old
• General schedule: Year round programs at the Peck location.
• Facility hours: Open as early as 7:30am until 6:00pm at the Peck location.

About the provider

The school was founded in 1968 by Judy Ernst, an AMI certified Montessori teacher and teacher trainer. It says it has been in operation for more than 50 years and serves children from preschool ages through the elementary level with a mission to enable them to develop their individual gifts within a respectful, loving and supportive community. The school also says staff have an average employment length of 10 years or more.

• Toddlers — 18 months · Montessori school program.
• Pre-Primary — 2-3 year olds · Montessori school program.
• Primary — 3-5 year olds · Montessori school program.
• Lower elementary — Montessori school program.
• After school programs — Includes art, crafts, and music.
• On-site enrichment programs — Includes tennis, soccer, foreign language, art, and music.
• Summer School — Summer sports camp with Tennis and Soccer lessons and daily swim lessons at Peck Campus on-site pool.

The school says there is an open door policy with administration. Observations are encouraged by appointment. Early enrollment is recommended due to popularity.

What families say

“We're excited to continue seeing our lil one thrive with the incredible teachers and staff at the school along with the programs that are offered.” — Mia K.

“The teachers and staff are knowledgeable, loving, thoughtful and professional.” — Kolleen P.

“One of the best schools in South Bay, hands down.” — Leslie H.

Last updated September 24, 2026.