Little Oak Preschool

Little Oak Preschool offers Montessori-inspired, play-based learning with STEAM activities, yoga, dance, music, and Spanish. The program also uses a multicultural curriculum and low teacher ratios, with infant, toddler, preschool, and TK/Pre-K options.

Programs

• Infants — Newborn – 18 months · Montessori-inspired, play-based learning; nurturing environment; STEAM activities; low teacher ratios; multicultural curriculum; yoga; dance; music; Spanish.
• Toddlers — 18-30 months · Montessori-inspired, play-based learning; nurturing environment; STEAM activities; low teacher ratios; multicultural curriculum; yoga; dance; music; Spanish.
• Preschoolers — 2.5 – 4 years · Montessori-inspired, play-based learning; nurturing environment; STEAM activities; low teacher ratios; multicultural curriculum; yoga; dance; music; Spanish.
• TK/Pre-K — 3.5 – 6 years · Montessori-inspired, play-based learning; nurturing environment; STEAM activities; low teacher ratios; multicultural curriculum; yoga; dance; music; Spanish.

At a glance

• Ages: 0–6 years old
• General schedule: Children's day includes morning exploration and greetings, snack, circle time, clean up, outdoor exploration, lunch, indoor exploration, nap/rest time, music and dance or movement, sharing/story time, snack, recess, and dismissal. Schedules vary by classroom.
• Facility hours: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM Mon–Fri

About the provider

Little Oak Preschool has served families since 1996. The director is Ms. Linda Friedlin. The mission is to cultivate wisdom and respect in children from an early age, so the love of learning and value of self and others continue to grow throughout life. The school uses a hybrid Montessori and play-based learning approach and holds preschool licenses #414005244 and #414005249. Families are encouraged to volunteer, take part in classroom events, celebrations, theme days, and share talents, hobbies, or cultural traditions.

Enrollment by tour and appointment; Monday-Friday by appointment. Monthly tuition is listed for September 2026 – August 2027 for infant/toddler and preschool/pre-K programs. Additional days may be added; contact school for sibling discounts and financial assistance information.

What families say

“My experience with Little Oak has been a pleasure. After a stressful move my 2 children have acclimated beautifully. They feel loved and accepted. The Montessori program was new to us but they are flourishing — these people have been a blessing to our family.” — Elise R., CA

“My daughter loves the place, the friends, and most of all the teachers. She learned so much in so little time and is now very independent. Activities are well organized and the room is always clean. Administration is friendly and tries its best to satisfy our needs.” — Veronique M., CA

“My son really enjoyed going to Little Oak. Friendly teachers and staff. Clean classrooms. Engaging activities! Staff always kept us in the loop and sent updates through an app. Grateful for finding this place!” — Marielle G.

Last updated October 24, 2026.