Nice, CA

Clearlake Montessori School serves the Nice community and surrounding Lake County areas with authentic Montessori education for children 6 weeks to 6 years. The center features highly qualified AMI-trained teachers who implement individualized learning plans focusing on practical life skills, sensorial development, and early academic foundations. Their spacious classrooms are equipped with genuine Montessori materials, and they maintain exceptionally low student-teacher ratios. The facility includes secure outdoor play areas with natural elements and gardens. Parents consistently praise the school's nurturing environment, strong communication, and the remarkable developmental progress children make. The center is fully licensed and maintains rigorous safety protocols including secure entry systems.

As the county's leading educational agency, LCOE operates multiple high-quality child development centers serving Nice and throughout Lake County. Their programs feature comprehensive early childhood education with developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with California Early Learning Foundations. The centers employ credentialed early childhood educators and maintain excellent staff-to-child ratios. Services include nutrition programs, family support services, and inclusive education for children with special needs. Facilities are modern, secure, and designed specifically for early learning with age-appropriate playgrounds and learning centers. The program is particularly noted for its strong parent education component and comprehensive approach to child development.

Lower Lake Early Childhood Center serves the Nice community as part of the Konocti Unified School District's early education program. The center offers research-based early childhood curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten success through play-based learning, literacy development, and social-emotional skills building. Certified early childhood educators provide instruction in purpose-built classrooms with dedicated learning centers for math, science, art, and literacy. The program emphasizes school readiness with structured activities that develop fine motor skills, early math concepts, and language development. Safety is prioritized with secure facilities, comprehensive background checks for staff, and regular safety drills. The center is praised for its strong community connections and smooth transitions to elementary school.