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Little Elephant Montessori
- licensed capacity
- 24
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $220
- year first licensed
- 2015
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About
About Little Elephant Montessori
Little Elephant Montessori is a licensed child care center in Berkeley, California. The state has licensed it since November 30, 2015, for up to 24 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with full-time care and part-time care. It lists monthly tuition from $220 to $2,425.
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 3 visits since Jun 2023, with 0 Type A and 1 Type B citation.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 24 months to 5 years
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 24 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 24 months to 5 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care and part-time care |
| Approach | Montessori |
| Staff-to-child ratio | 1:10 |
| Class size | 21-24 children |
| Daily life | Extended care: Morning extended day 8 AM - 8:30 AM |
| Licensed capacity | 24 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Elephant Montessori lists monthly tuition from $220 to $2,425. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Alameda County has a median price of $516 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 3 days extended care 3:30 PM - 6 PM | $220 |
| 3 full days 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM | $2,165 |
| 5 days extended care 3:30 PM - 6 PM | $370 |
| 5 full days 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM | $2,425 |
| 5 half days 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM | $2,165 |
5 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
Infant
Center$516
Home daycare$361
Toddler
Center$371
Home daycare$311
Preschool
Center$408
Home daycare$345
School age
Center$434
Home daycare$279
State record
Inspection reports for Little Elephant Montessori
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 3 visits to Little Elephant Montessori since Jun 2023. Its published counts show 0 Type A and 1 Type B citation across those visits.
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child care center
- Capacity
- 24 children
- First licensed
- 2015
- License number
- #013422045
Summary
3 visits since Jun 2023 · Last visit Jun 18, 2026
Type A citations 0 · Type B citations 1, as the state counts them
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- Jun 18, 2026Inspection
- Jan 7, 2026Visit
- Jun 6, 2023Inspection
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FAQ
Questions about Little Elephant Montessori
Is Little Elephant Montessori licensed?
Yes. California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed November 30, 2015.
Does Little Elephant Montessori have inspection violations?
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 3 visits to Little Elephant Montessori since Jun 2023. Its published counts show 0 Type A and 1 Type B citation across those visits.
How many children can Little Elephant Montessori care for?
24, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Little Elephant Montessori's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Elephant Montessori cost?
Monthly tuition from $220 to $2,425, as it lists it.
What is Little Elephant Montessori's phone number?
(510) 597-1963.
Where is Little Elephant Montessori?
2008 Mcgee Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703. The nearest other daycare we list is Shu Ren International School, 0.1 miles away.