1 / 4GREAT FOUNDATIONS MONTESSORI-NORTHWOOD
LICENSED4980 IRVINE BLVD., IRVINE, CA 92620
DAY CARE CENTER in Orange County, California
- Hours
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Licensed for
- 132 children
The public record
- License number
- 304371486
- License status
- LICENSED
- License type
- DAY CARE CENTER
- Licensed capacity
- 132 children
- Address
- 4980 IRVINE BLVD., IRVINE, CA 92620
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- +17143899500
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- May 7, 2021
Hours
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Sat
- Closed
- Sun
- Closed
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
Licensing visits on record
California records 4 routine inspection visits and no visits prompted by a complaint to GREAT FOUNDATIONS MONTESSORI-NORTHWOOD.
- Most recent inspection visit
- Inspection visit
- Inspection visit
- Inspection visit
What California does not publish here
The state publishes when licensing staff visited, not what they found. We do not hold California’s inspection findings, so nothing on this page tells you whether a visit resulted in a citation. A visit count is a measure of licensing activity, and a facility visited more often is not for that reason a worse one. Read the findings in California’s own facility search.
Amenities and accessibility
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.
How the reviews split
The 4.6 average comes from 26 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star22
- 4 star1
- 3 star1
- 2 star1
- 1 star1
From Google
Recent parent reviews
My 4 year old daughter has been going to GFM - Northwood for almost 3 months now and we absolutely love it here. She has bad separation anxiety and the entire staff has been so understanding, patient and kind while helping her work through it. It is not only a nurturing environment where children can learn, explore, and further develop their skills, but also a place where teachers genuinely care about each child’s overall well-being. Every morning, I drop my daughter off with peace of mind, knowing she is in good hands and receiving excellent care while I am at work.
Taylor PoeseJun 20, 2026For the past four years, with both my first and second child, it truly feels like the Montessori teachers have helped raise my kids alongside our family. The school’s philosophy, caring teachers, and solid academic foundation all work beautifully together. The teachers genuinely care about each child and create a warm, supportive environment where kids grow confidently and independently. We’ve had such a positive experience here, and I would highly recommend this preschool to any family looking for a place that truly cares.
JH HongFeb 5, 2026We met the right people! You always can trust them it is a great school! My youngest son has been in the school for a year. He has lots of friends and he likes everybody! All teachers and manage team are amazing!! Thank you Ms.Pia, Ms.Marry, and Ms.Kattie & Ms. Kelly! You are the best!
James MaFeb 2, 2026This school is a wonderful place for students and staff. The teachers and leadership genuinely care and work hard to create a positive, supportive learning environment. Having seen the school's commitment to its students over the years, I can confidently recommend it to families looking for a strong and caring community
Oliver P.Feb 2, 2026A hidden gem in Irvine. Wonderful families building a strong community. The students seem happy and thriving, greeting the teachers daily with open arms and big smiles on their faces. A well prepared environment for them to explore, learn, grow and respectfully be themselves. What stands out is that the teachers are loyal to the school for many years if not more than a decade. Highly recommended.
Henny DietersJan 26, 2026Our daughter's been here since she was two and has since advanced two classes and is now almost five years old. She's learnt so much from the various teachers and classmates she has interacted with at this school. She brings home her school work everyday, and we can see pictures of her in class doing activities periodically shared over the school portal. There are a bunch of fun events for parents to take part of, my favorites are the seasonal event related like the Father's Day performances, and annual open houses, where you get to go into the classroom to interact with the teachers, staff and other parents and see in person what your kids do every day. The staff and faculty members are all very friendly and do their best to attend to your needs. The school operates at a working parent friendly schedule, where we could drop off the kids early 7am and pick up 5:45pm. Sometimes the school closes early at noon for staff development or early closure before holidays so they can get some deserved rest. Which is mostly communicated ahead of time. If you are looking for an institution with great education acumen, organized operations and parent friendly convenience, this is the place.
David LiangNov 3, 2025
Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.
Questions parents ask about GREAT FOUNDATIONS MONTESSORI-NORTHWOOD
Is GREAT FOUNDATIONS MONTESSORI-NORTHWOOD a licensed child care provider in California?
- Yes. GREAT FOUNDATIONS MONTESSORI-NORTHWOOD holds California licence 304371486, currently listed as "LICENSED" by the Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, first issued on May 7, 2021. Confirm current standing with the agency before enrolling.
What kind of child care licence does GREAT FOUNDATIONS MONTESSORI-NORTHWOOD hold?
- California licenses GREAT FOUNDATIONS MONTESSORI-NORTHWOOD as a day care center, a category that covers preschool-age children in a centre-based programme. The category comes from the state's own licence record, not from the provider.
How many children can GREAT FOUNDATIONS MONTESSORI-NORTHWOOD care for?
- GREAT FOUNDATIONS MONTESSORI-NORTHWOOD is licensed for up to 132 children at one time. Licensed capacity is a ceiling set by the state, not a count of current enrolment or of available places.
How often has California inspected GREAT FOUNDATIONS MONTESSORI-NORTHWOOD?
- California records 4 inspection visits to GREAT FOUNDATIONS MONTESSORI-NORTHWOOD, the most recent on May 27, 2026 and the earliest on record August 4, 2022. The state publishes the dates of these visits but not what they found, so this count reflects licensing activity, not results. Read the findings themselves in California's own facility search.
Has California visited GREAT FOUNDATIONS MONTESSORI-NORTHWOOD in response to a complaint?
- California records no complaint-driven visits to GREAT FOUNDATIONS MONTESSORI-NORTHWOOD. That means no concern prompted a visit on the public record, which is not the same as a clean inspection history: the state does not publish what its visits found.
Who holds the licence for GREAT FOUNDATIONS MONTESSORI-NORTHWOOD?
- The licence is held by LA PETITE ACADEMY, INC.. California lists the licensee separately from the facility name, so the two often differ. The facility is in Orange County.
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About this record
This page republishes the public license record maintained by the Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. Fields marked "Not listed" are absent from the state's published data, not hidden. Verify current license status with the agency before enrolling.
Where this comes from
- Primary. California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division facility search, facility 304371486.
- Context. Our explainer on how California daycare licensing and inspections work, and on California child care assistance.
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