Welcome to

Oakland Community Montessori School

Liberating Minds. Liberating Genius.

Preschool & Daycare Serving Oakland & The East Bay

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Our Teachers are Experienced and Compassionate

Our teachers have over 4 decades of experience combined! We love children and care for each of our students as our own so that our parents and families can have peace of mind when they leave your little ones in our care.

Culturally Affirming, Justice-Rooted Curriculum

We honor the unique stories, traditions, and voices of every child. Our learning experiences are built to reflect the beauty and brilliance of our families and community—while fostering critical thinking, empathy, and a strong sense of self.

Little girl in a pink shirt reads a book while sitting on a rug on the floor at Oakland Community Montessori School, a preschool and daycare in Oakland, California

Get 2 Weeks Free* With Our Back to School Special!

*New Enrollments Only: Call us for Details.
Must enroll by October 31st

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Rooted in Community, Powered by Love

OCMS isn’t just a school—it’s a village. We build deep relationships with our families and neighbors. We believe early education should reflect the values of the community it serves: connection, care, and collective growth.

Freedom - Centered Learning

We create a space where children—especially those from historically excluded communities—are free to explore, express, and evolve. Our classroom is intentionally designed to nurture identity, confidence, and joy, not compliance.

Little hands are cutting colored paper at Oakland Community Montessori School, a preschool and daycare in Oakland, California

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Attention to Every Child
& Every Detail

We regularly update our learning materials to adjust to each child's interests and to carefully provide the support for their growth and success. Additionally, we have a daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedule that optimizes the health and wellness of all of our families.

Go Wild! Refer A Friend & Receive a membership to the Oakland Zoo

As a thank you for your partnership, we offer you a 12-month zoo membership - for you AND a friend!*

*Rules Apply: Contact us for details.

Potty Training is a Community Effort

We recognize that supporting our families also supports our students. We are educators. So, we don’t expect children to enter already knowing the “stuff” we’re supposed to teach them! We work with families on potty training and sleep training.

A fluffy brown teddy bear sitting on a green toddler's potty seat

2 tables with pink, blue and grey placemats set with a plate, fork, cup and cloth napking on a yellow rug outside at Oakland Community Montessori School, a preschool and daycare in Oakland, California

Healthy, Balanced Meals to Nourish Growing Minds

We provide a healthy breakfast, lunch, and snacks each day. Meals are served family style and our snacks are accessible to encourage independence. No more stress of packing lunches and planning meals - we’ve got you covered!