Nurturing curiosity and creativity in an exceptional learning environment where children flourish.
Enrolling now for ages 18 months through 6 years
An exceptional learning environment where children flourish.
Enrolling now for ages 18 months through 6 years. With over 22 years of experience with the Montessori method, our educators build a strong foundation for future academic and personal success — grounded in Montessori, enriched with STEAM.
Explore
Educate using open-ended, hands-on experiences to allow each child to build concepts, test ideas, and find out how things work.
Engage
Provide a variety of engaging and prepared classroom settings and activities to appeal to varying interests and each child's unique learning needs.
Grow
Encourage the child to progress to the next level once a skill is mastered — the child sets the pace for their own advancement and achieves their individual potential.
Our programs.
We offer programs for toddlers aged 18 months up to 3 years, and for young children 3 years up to 6 years — rooted in the Montessori method, enriched with STEAM.
Toddler House
A warm, nurturing environment where your youngest learner takes their first steps toward independence, with individual attention from caring teachers.
- Sensorial Montessori materials
- Low child-to-teacher ratio (fewer kids per teacher)
- Daily outdoor play
Pre-K Program
Our flagship program covers language, math, science, creative arts, and social development — rooted in Montessori with STEAM woven throughout.
- Reading, writing & phonics foundations
- Math concepts through manipulatives
- Kindergarten readiness
Kinder Advancement
An extended learning program for kindergarten-age children who want to keep growing after school hours, blending enrichment with continued Montessori exploration.
- After-school enrichment & extended care
- Advanced Montessori materials
- Smooth bridge to elementary school
Summer Program
A joyful, structured summer that keeps curious minds active — themed weeks, outdoor adventures, and the friendships that come from learning together.
- Weekly themed learning adventures
- Outdoor play & nature exploration
- Open to enrolled and new families
Spaces built for hands-on discovery.
Every corner of a Valley Oak classroom is sized, shelved, and stocked for little hands to explore independently.
Practical Life
Pouring, spooning, and buttoning work that builds fine motor skills and real independence.
Sensorial
Color, size, and texture materials that sharpen the senses and lay groundwork for math.
Language & Math
Sandpaper letters and bead chains that turn abstract concepts into something children can touch.
Outdoor Garden
A secure play yard where children dig, plant, and watch their own small harvests grow.
To fly higher and stronger.
Valley Oak Montessori is the best preschool for your toddlers and pre-kindergarteners. We understand the importance of childhood, and it is crucial to celebrate these wondrous years of your child while also creating beautiful memories. We build a solid foundation for a lifetime of learning by stimulating curiosity, creativity, and understanding.
"Our Montessori-certified teachers guide mixed-age classrooms where children learn from — and look after — one another, the same way they would in a big, patient family."— Our Story, Valley Oak Montessori
Every classroom pairs traditional Montessori materials with STEAM exploration, so children build focus and independence while discovering science, art, and math at their own pace.
Varsha Kumar
Co-Founder & Director, Valley Oak MontessoriValley Oak Montessori was founded by Varsha Kumar to bring an authentic Montessori education to families across San Jose and Milpitas. With over 22 years of experience in the Montessori method, Varsha and her Montessori-certified teachers guide mixed-age classrooms where children build focus, independence, and a genuine love of learning.
"My goal is to nurture each child's curiosity and creativity, helping them engage with their world in an inquisitive, responsible, and compassionate way."
A gentle rhythm, not a rigid schedule.
Montessori classrooms move at the pace of the children in them — here's the shape a typical day takes.
Arrival & Greeting
A warm hello, breakfast, and a moment to settle in.
Uninterrupted Work
Children choose their own hands-on lessons.
Outdoor Exploration
Fresh air, garden work, and active play.
Community Table
A supervised hot meal, shared together as a class.
Rest & Quiet Work
Naps, books, and calm independent tasks.
Enrichment & Pickup
An afternoon snack, then music, art, or yoga before a happy goodbye.
Hear what Valley Oak families are saying.
We're grateful for every family who's shared their experience.
"We are extremely happy with our experience at this preschool. The environment is warm, welcoming, and truly focused on the well-being of each child."
"Our daughter has a wonderful experience with this preschool. The classroom is well-organized, engaging, and full of activities that balance learning and play perfectly."
"We deeply appreciate Ms. Varsha and Ms. Vinita for their exceptional leadership and constant support. The teachers are all incredibly caring, patient, and dedicated."
Enrolling now for ages 18 months through 6 years.
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