Montessori Preschool is a solid, comprehensive early learning app built by people who actually know Montessori education. It covers an impressive range of skills from phonics to coding to practical life activities.

But here's the thing: this is fundamentally a digital workbook, not a creative playground. The Montessori method emphasizes self-directed learning, which the app does provide through choice of activities, but you're still choosing from predetermined lessons rather than truly open-ended exploration.

The subscription model is both good (no ads) and annoying (another monthly charge to manage). At 8 years old in app years (released 2017), it may feel a bit dated compared to newer educational apps, though the core content remains solid.

If you're looking for structured skill-building that mirrors what happens in a Montessori classroom, this delivers. If you want imaginative play and creativity, look elsewhere.