Our kids attend Duluth Montessori. It's a safe community where children learn iteratively through…read moreself discovery and experimentation over the same old teacher lecturing the class. Children develop confidence, independence, and true feeling of self reliance. We encourage you to come check us out.

From the owner: Established 30 years ago, The Duluth Montessori School is fully accredited by Association…read moreMontessori Internationale (AMI), the organization established to protect and maintain the integrity of the Montessori principles. We educate children 14 months to 15 years of age.

The teachers and staff at this school are caring and patient with the children. When you enter the…read moreschool it is quiet and as you look into the classroom windows all of the children are engaged. My grandchild is spicy and they still managed to work with them and teach them ways to cope with strong feelings while at school. This has trickled down to the home as well. My grandchild looks forward to going to school. The learning experience here is outstanding with each child working on an activity independently during work times. I would recommend Medlock Bridge Montessori to anyone who wants the best first learning experience for their young child.

We toured a total of 12 local schools and went to 3. Medlock Bridge Montessori blew away our…read moreexpectations. Our toddler is extraordinarily happy and comes home singing and telling us wonderful stories about her day, what she's learned, and her friends. If you want more details, feel free to reach out, but I can say we couldn't be happier with the all aspects of the program, school, and teachers.

Two of our kids attended GA Pre-K at AAIMS, and we're pleased with the quality Montessori education…read morethey received. Our kids had previously gone to a Korean daycare and we speak mostly Korean at home for retention, so our kids spoke very little English in the beginning of the school year. Director Ms. Nargis advised us not to worry, as kids can pick up English quickly -- indeed, she was right! By the end of the school year, both kids had learned to speak English decently well, could read simple books, and write simple sentences. My first child went on to Kindergarten and tested out of ESOL. We liked that students work on fundamentals like reading, writing, and math at a desk, but they also have independent play time to choose a hands-on activity around the classroom. They also clean up after themselves. AAIMS has a big outdoor playground for recess and they have weekly Playball time. AAIMS also offers ballet, karate, tennis, table tennis, and Spanish lessons for those who want to sign up, at a reasonable extra cost. AAIMS holds events to highlight the various cultural backgrounds of the students, which we really appreciated. Overall we're very thankful for the intellectual and emotional growth we've seen in our kids!

Reviews in Google are turned off. --…read moreAAIMS provides a safe environment with enriching extracurricular opportunities, BUT management concerns overshadow the experience. The director is diligent about compliance yet struggles with transparency, communication, and responsiveness to parent concerns. With a shift toward more openness, professionalism, and support for both staff and families, the school could live up to its strong state rating. At present, my experience leaves me unable to recommend it without reservations. Communication is filtered solely through the director. Although this may be intended to protect staff, it limits transparency as it seems like the director & owner, Nargis/Mini, wants to control the narrative. I commuted over 45 minutes each way because I believed AAIMS would be the right fit for my child. Unfortunately, my interactions with the director felt dismissive. She often seemed overwhelmed and reactive rather than calm and organized. While an email policy for communication exists, this policy was selective who it applied to. A WhatsApp chat was created by Nargis specifically to update pre-K parents about the lead pre-K teacher (Maria) abruptly leaving in the middle of a teaching day. After the lead pre-K teacher walked out, the director quickly began implementing changes to the pre-K program, including adding a Spanish class that was billed as an additional cost to tuition--with only three days remaining before the next month's payment was due. This timing felt concerning and confusing, as it appeared the changes were being made because Maria reportedly did not want the Spanish teacher in her classroom. It was unclear whether the director intended these changes while Maria was expected to return within a week, or if she assumed Maria's absence was permanent. The situation raised questions about decision-making, transparency, and whether these adjustments were being implemented in the students' best interest or for other reasons. On one occasion, after receiving parent questions and concerns, Nargis dismissed herself from the group and deleted prior messages--raising valid concerns about open correspondence, accountability, and her willingness to engage with parent concerns. Minor issues have sometimes been handled in a way that feels overly public and punitive. For example, I emailed Nargis regarding a mix-up with my child artwork, noting that another child's work had been included and that I would return it the next day so it could go to the correct family. She responded defensively, blaming another staff member for the mix-up rather than addressing the situation logically. I confirmed I would return the artwork. However, the director then forwarded my email to all parents, framing the situation as a problem caused by me rather than a simple mistake. This incident reflects a recurring pattern in her approach--minor issues are often blown out of proportion, handled publicly, and rarely resolved with a practical solution, giving the impression that parents raising concerns may be framed as the problem. Additionally, when we officially decided to unenroll my child, she left his belonging on the floor for us to collect it without having to interact with us as to dismiss us. Nargis claims it's because she was cleaning but clearly my pictures/timestamp show others belongings not on the floor. She made sure to remove those things and clean when I addressed this issue to further gaslight me. I have since found another facility & confidant to say this place is a toxic mess. You & your children don't belong anywhere you are not important & respected. Areas of improvement: Communication & Professionalism: School-wide messages often lack professionalism, can feel defensive, and minor parent concerns are sometimes shared publicly to frame you as the problematic parent for having concerns. A more professional communication system for updates (e.g., ClassDojo (free)) would benefit both staff and families. Transparency: Abrupt changes (such as program additions and tuition adjustments) are implemented with little notice or discussion, making the school feel less collaborative and more transactional. Director's Attitude and Behavior: The director's approach to communication and handling concerns can come across as defensive and controlling. In a role that requires regular interaction with parents, this behavior can negatively affect trust, collaboration, and the overall school community. More professionalism and openness would benefit both families and the school's reputation.

I sent my two kids to this school. The teachers have been always very good, and the current…read moreprincipal, Miss Z, is making a positive difference. I definitely recommend this school.

This school uses the title of Montessori to overcharge for basic day care administration, and its…read moreprimary focus seems to be towards making money. Despite having a tedious number of intake forms asking for dietary restrictions and allergy/medical information, this school will feed your child whatever they want and completely neglect dietary restrictions. I hope your child likes sugar and dairy! Despite the law requiring immunization records for school attendance, this school will neglect the intake of these records until 2-3 months in to your child attending their facility. I hope your child DOES have their vaccines though, because they'll still contract every viral or infectious disease the moment they walk in to this school. And don't worry, this administrative team will promptly communicate absolutely nothing about these known illnesses. Even if you communicate that your child will be out sick for a few days, no one else will be the wiser!! This includes the HIGHLY contagious pink eye as well. Did you pay your tuition in full? Well I'm sure this school appreciates the money! Because it comes with absolutely 0 guarantee that your child has a spot in the class they will hopefully attend for months and months. The moment they decide to give your child's spot away to someone else, you'll know by showing up to check them in and they'll deny you at the door. Thanks for paying in full! Seeing as the principal has no shame in sending her own children around school events to ask other parents to leave reviews so she can raise more money for this school - and that's a direct quote when being handed a QR code to leave a review - - despite the abundance of children and families who all pay to attend - it seems clear this organization is a thinly veiled cash grab hiding behind the Montessori name. I would highly recommend you consider other schools in the area. This one has been 3 months of wasted money. I've either been taking care of my own child due to these sick policy failures, my child's spot being given away and the "class is already full today", or because the school is literally closed for a full week like once a month.

This is our first year at Tree of Life, and we truly believe it is a "diamond in the rough." Not…read moreonly is the school more affordable than most early childcare providers (and certainly less costly than any other Montessori programs in the area which are known to be quite expensive), but the quality of education is top notch. Prior to enrolling here, our son attended a language immersion school. The first year, he had an amazing teacher and made great progress socially and academically. The next two years, however, he began to regress due to high teacher turnover, inconsistent instruction, and a 13:1 student-teacher ratio that wasn't conducive to much individualized attention. The 6:1 class size at Tree of Life has allowed my son to get lots of 1:1 time with his teacher. In addition, the mixed-age classroom, which is a staple of Montessori education, has provided my son with the chance to learn from older students. Moreover, the student-led, choice-based instructional approach, which is also a key feature in Montessori classrooms, has provided my son with ample opportunity to explore his interests while developing independence, confidence, fine motor skills, and intellectual curiosity. A mathematician and Montessori certified educator, Marla understands the stages of child development, and the value of high rigor and hands-on kinesthetic learning. Her classroom management style is firm but fair, and her guidance has informed some of the ways my wife and I support our son at home. Marla has a genuine appreciation for multi-cultural education. She regularly teaches about other cultural traditions like Holi, Kwanzaa, and the Chinese New Year, and invites special guests (including parents) to enrich the classroom experience by sharing their unique talents and traditions. Marla sends an update (both written and via FB group) on what was taught each week and what is forthcoming, is very responsive to email and text messages, and takes multiple measures to ensure her classroom is clean and safe (i.e., locked door, classroom cameras, optional masking, temperature checks, etc.) If an affordable Montessori education, in a small, in-home setting, with a highly skilled and caring teacher is an ideal learning environment for your child; and if an 8:30-4pm pickup works with your schedule, I'd HIGHLY RECOMMEND Tree of Life Montessori. It's a wonderful place!

My daughter attended the school from the age 2 to 5 from 2008 to 2010. She loved the teacher,…read moreMarla, loved the cozy environment and the montessori method. I picked this school mainly because it was so close to my work, but ended up loving the school. Marla is very serious about teaching, very responsible, and dependable and I can feel very comfortable leaving my daughter every morning. She has only up to 6 kids in her classroom and each child gets plenty of her attention. Only thing I did not like much about was the long nap time...she had a difficult time sleeping at night. A few years after we moved out of Atlanta, we visited the school because I had a conference. She welcomed my daughter for the week that I was staying in Atlanta and she loved being back in the school. The school has such a welcoming, warm environment and this school is my gold standard for preschools.

This school is better than the best. The staff is amazing. This school has a great learning…read moreenvironment. My son didnt know how to do things for himslefs and he is a three year old. Now he knows how to dress himself, knows how to eat and drink, and learned to share. What happpened to my kid is more than I expected in the good. My son changed in a month. Mom of the Alshammaris

From the owner: Johns Creek Montessori School of Georgia, serving children ages 8 weeks to six years old, is…read morecommitted to providing an authentic Montessori experience, based on Dr. Montessori's scientifically designed system of learning. Our vibrant, multi-age classrooms and high quality Montessori materials inspire organic learning and foster collaborative relationships. With Montessori-certified teachers in every classroom and a school leadership team with advanced education degrees, we provide excellence in Montessori education for your family. Parent discussion groups and workshops, as well as family outings and festivals have helped us to build a strong community of families working together for the good of the children

Both of my kids attended Montessori Scholars Academy, and they have thrived academically. They were…read moreselected for the TAG (Talented and Gifted) program and were even ahead of their grade level. The teachers and staff are exceptional, consistently going above and beyond to ensure that the children are both learning and safe. I had a fantastic experience with the school and highly recommend that new parents consider it when making their decision.

We were referred by one of our friends based on their positive experience. MSA didn't let us down,…read moremy kid went to Ms Mona and Ms Sharada classes. We are very happy with our choice.

So many things wrong with this school and too much to write. If you want information, email me at…read morealminaj@hotmail.com Absolutely worst place to handle a death threat was made to my 8yr old. They will tell you it was handled timely and orderly, but those are only lies. However, the school is probably somewhat safer now that I raised hell to provide a better protocol when a student threatens another. At least I hope so. This isn't about money, or defaming a school, this is about making ALL schools safer for our children. Period. They did not do that with mine.

My son has been here almost a year now and we love it. I previously took him to a different daycare…read morethat he could not adjust to, whether it was the teachers, schedule, I'm not sure, but as soon as we took him to core, he completely changed for the better! My son has now been moved up 2 times because of his progression. Before bringing him here, my pediatrician recommended a developmental therapist for him based on his 18 month check up, yet after working with the teachers here, he is beyond his age in speaking and social skills. Every time he moves up a class I get so sad he's leaving his teacher and think there's no way the next teacher will be as good as this one, yet every time, the teachers are exactly what he needs in that stage of development for him. I love that they have a garden, a class fish or similar in most classes, and other amazing learning tools to teach your child about more than just how to play to color. They really teach responsibility and are thorough in ensuring they're receiving an amazing education. If you are looking for a day care that cares about education and fostering healthy parent /teacher/child relationships, please come to core. Your child will love it. (Picture is in the hallway!)

Turnover was an issue for our family, as a number of teachers moved in and out of our sons class…read moreduring our time at this school. Currently, the school is giving us the runaround regarding the refund they owe to our family. They have not paid for over 90 days and continue to provide vague responses about the return of our money. At this point, there are appear to be some unethical business practices at play and we will be taking action to resolve the issues

I highly recommend Guidepost at Deerfield. My son has attended this school now for 1.5 years, and I…read morehave been beyond pleased with the teachers and administration. They are very caring, attentive, and focus on development and independence. My son is in the Spanish immersion program and participates in the extracurricular soccer program. He enjoys going to school each day and talks about his teachers and friends at home. I have experienced many daycares through moving between CA, TX, GA with my oldest child. Communication and cleanliness stands out above most others. I am happy to have my son at Guidepost.