Exploring our preschool

I absolutely love capturing the learning moments where children say "wow" and " I did it!" its such a beautiful moment and a huge milestone, and they get to really dive into learning. As a teacher, those moments mean everything. I captured some adorable little explorers during work session, music class, circle time, and outside playtime!

Butterfly life cycle

At Little Explorers Montessori Preschool animals and nature are a big part of my program and the Montessori method. One of ultimate favorite things to teach is the life cycle of a butterfly.

Knobbed cylinders

This is sensorial work and the purpose of Montessori knobbed cylinders is to help children develop visual discrimination, fine motor skills, and an understanding of size and dimension

Binomial cube

The binomial cube is a way for a child to use dexterity and visual acuity.

Sand paper Numbers

Sand paper numbers help children start to recognize numbers by tracing them with their fingers.

Showing kindness to nature friends

At Little Explorers Montessori, teaching children kindness and compassion is so important . I feel the world needs a little more kindness, and it starts with our little critter and animal friends.

Meet Millie

Meet Millie our pet tortise. Shes extremely docile and is one year old. She loves her lettuce and baths. She enjoys sun bathing and exploring outdoors.

Our reading corner

Little Explorers Montessori has a comfy and fun reading corner that is very loved and is accompanied by a handmade tree made by Mrs. Jocelyn!

Practical life

Apple cutting work builds independecy by teaching children how to prepare their own snacks.

Pink tower

The pink tower teaches spatial awareness and fine motor skills.

Spindle box

The spindle box teaches children number sequence and quantity.

Music class

During music class children get to learn and explore instruments as well as sounds and learn how to read music notes.

Outside fun

Bubble fun!

Sound boxes

Presents sounds to children to encourage early readers.

Mystery bag

Children use their senses to discover what each object is inside.

Yoga class

It's a fun way to stretch and get some movement into your body!

Number tracing with sand

Encourages number recognition and sensory development.

Practical life

Orange juicing work helps with fine motor skills and also teaches children how to properly pour liquids.

Arts and crafts

We love arts and crafts at our preschool and have theme based crafts every week.

Clothespin work

Develops fine motor skills.

Mystery bag

Sensory work.

Morning play time sessions

Play time sessions during morning drop offs are very important in a montessori classroom because it teaches children how to interact with one another and helps build confidence and relationships, it also helps children expand their imagination through play with their peers.

A nurturing learning environment for children and families located in West Covina

Little Explorers Montessori Teacher

Welcome to Little Explorers Montessori Preschool!

Hi, I’m Jocelyn Gonzales, the owner and teacher. I'm a dedicated mother and passionate educator with over ten years of experience working with children. As the owner of Little Explorers Montessori in West Covina, I am proud to provide a nurturing, home-based preschool setting where children ages 2 to 5 years old can grow, explore, and learn through the Montessori method.

With a teaching certification from Long Beach City College, along with CPR, First Aid, and state licensing, I am committed to creating a safe and enriching environment for your child. My journey in education began in 2009, and through my experience in both public schools and Montessori classrooms, I discovered a deep passion for helping children develop independence, curiosity, and a love for learning.

At Little Explorers Montessori, we focus on hands-on learning with mixed-age groups, where the younger children benefit from observing and learning from older students. In addition to academic subjects like reading, writing, and vocabulary, we offer unique cultural experiences, including Spanish language lessons and anatomy. I also incorporate yoga and music to make learning fun and well-rounded.

Maria Montessori once said, “The hands are the instruments of intelligence,” and here at Little Explorers, we believe in the power of exploration and active learning to shape young minds. Join our little preschool in a love for learning that will last a lifetime!

To schedule a tour, contact via email or phone(562) 469-0227

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Our hours are Monday-Friday from 8:30am-3:30pm.

I offer after care up to 4:30 pm at additional cost if needed.

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