NOT RECOMMENDED! The administration has terribly failed to handle a few issues lately. The teachers…read moreare fantastic, but every single teacher we have had over the last 3 years has left. Also, the school does not have any sort of air conditioning or circulation. We just recently found this out after two years.

This is a wonderful school that has unfortunately been subject to some serious mudslinging over the…read morecourse of the year. Everyday I witnessed my children being well cared for, nurtured & respected. Most importantly I fully trust that they are just as safe if not more so than at any other school in it's league.

Our experience with Pinyon Montessori School has been exceptional. The wonderful and knowledgeable…read moreteacher leaders create a nurturing & welcoming environment for children both academically and emotionally. The organization and structure are commendable, and communication is excellent. We love that its emphasis is holistic development, fostering curiosity, and hands-on learning. We're grateful for the wonderful educational journey our child is experiencing here and that its in the heart of downtown SLC!

From the owner: As a proud member of the Wildflower network of schools, Pinyon Montessori is a non-profit…read moremicroschool serving children ages 3-12. We offer comprehensive summer, academic year, and extended day programming centered on an authentic Montessori curriculum that nurtures social, emotional, and academic excellence. Our vibrant, equitable community in downtown Salt Lake City is led by veteran educators with extensive experience in school leadership and community development. We are committed to providing a supportive environment where every child can flourish. Accessibility is core to our mission. To ensure our programs remain open to families across all income levels, Pinyon utilizes a graduated, tiered tuition structure. This model is built on radical trust; we invite you to self-select the tier that aligns with your family's financial reality. In respect of your privacy, we do not require financial documentation for verification.

Garfield School/Academy is a warm, inviting, forward-thinking atmosphere for children of all ages…read more(infant - 12th grade). Since 2009, they have been guiding students to develop the skills they need to be successful in life. They offer inclusive Montessori programs for children from infancy through high school. Beginning with intensive early intervention services, which include in-class therapy services and parent education in the Infant, Toddler and Early Childhood (preschool-Kindergarten) classes, to their Elementary, Middle and High School programs, Garfield School offers the highest quality Montessori and inclusive education available. Currently, between their two campuses (Elizabeth & Garfield) they serve over 250 students from infancy through 10th grade, and will be adding an 11th grade class for the 2019-2020 school year. They embrace educational best practices to guide, inspire and challenge our students. Whether a student is gifted, typical, or in need of extra support, at Elizabeth Academy/Garfield School, every student's needs are met. Their MACTE credentialed and experienced Montessori teachers work collaboratively with special educators and therapists to individualize the learning experience for each child. As a model school for inclusion, they adapt the curriculum as needed, utilizing authentic assessment practices to ensure that each child is appropriately challenged and supported.

It is a beautiful school, were my daughter had the opportunity to learn from a peaceful and…read moreorganize environment all about the Montesorri Method. If you are looking Montessori in Utah look for Dancing Moose, it was amazing!

I have had two children at Dancing Moose- one in preschool and one in elementary school. Our…read morepreschool experience was satisfactory but our elementary school experience was extremely poor. Our experience felt unorganized with inadequately planned and poorly implemented curriculum. There was also an overall lack of communication. I will also note that the school advertises low student to teacher ratios, however, the majority of staff members working in the classrooms work as aides and do not hold degrees. I highly recommend against Dancing Moose for an elementary-age student.

So far we are loving Colors Immersion. They have 3 teachers and my kids love them all. It is a…read moreSpanish Immersion preschool for kids 3-5, but my 2.5 year old was accepted and he is LOVING it! Miss Maggie helped us potty train and he is doing really well. Both of my kids are super excited to go to school in the morning and are disappointed when there is a day off :) They are learning and having a great time.

I am so happy that I was able to find a preschool that is both spanish and english since that was…read moresomething very important for me! Maggie is an excellent educator and so are her other assistant teachers! My daughter loves coming here every day. She adores Maggie and all her classmates. She leaves there with such a happy attitude and is always singing whatever new song they learned that day! I can truly say that if your looking for a preschool for your child please consider Colors Dual immersion. You wont regret it! My daughter has learned so much! Thank you Maggie!

My daughter, who is 5 yrs old, has been going to this school since she was 2 years old. She has…read moreloved it from the very beginning! The teachers have been amazing and have challenged her, based on her needs. They have also gone above and beyond during the pandemic! They have done everything they can to keep the kids safe and at school. I love that they don't have any electronics and that it is more hands on learning. My son is 2 and started a few months ago and I hope he thrives as much as my daughter has been since going here. Thank you Miss Needra, Miss Samra, and Miss Debbie for all your hard work and patience!

I am very particular when it comes to child care because of what i have seen working as a pediatric…read morenurse for over 14 yrs. I also tend to be known as being very over-protective of my son. I must say that i love sending my son here! Staff have been so kind and genuinely care about the kids. Our son has learned so much since he has been here. I like the structure they have in place and our son is thriving in this school. I have recommended this place to other friends who too have made the same assessment as i have. We all continue to send our kids here.

Absolutely amazing school. It has the perfect balance of cleaniness and exploration. Our son…read morethrived academically and the teachers/ staff were all truly such a blessing.

My children attended and continue to attend Dancing Moose during their preschool and kindergarten…read moreyears, and they have truly thrived there. They enjoy the experience so much that they still ask about the school on a daily basis. The staff is exceptional--consistently attentive, supportive, and engaged. The teachers regularly follow up on my child's progress and well-being, which makes us feel confident and genuinely cared for as a family. We highly recommend Dancing Moose to anyone seeking a nurturing, high-quality early education environment.

I could not love this school more. We have two children enrolled. One in 3rd and one in 7th. They…read morehave both blossomed at the Elizabeth Academy. They look forward to school every day. I am impressed that they are learning Biology, Geometry, Geography and not just math and science. They are specific in the field they are studying. They take intriguing field trips that we talk about for weeks. The educational experience is very integrated. They love helping their peers and getting to know the children who are younger and older. Children are respectful and quiet. They are fully absorbed in the learning experience. We have been at the Elizabeth Academy for 3 years now and I only wish we had found out about it sooner. I wish all children could have an educational experience that is as magical as the Elizabeth Academy. In response to the two other reviews... My daughter who is in seventh grade has muscular dystrophy. She was a new student in sixth grade and was heavily encouraged to return in seventh grade. She, in particular, loves the school. For the first time in her life she is not the only child who is different. She is one of two children at the school with a severe physical disability there are also several children with profound mental disabilities. There are many, many children with mild disabilities of varying types. I know that some of these children are there on scholarship and I have seen them return year after year. The school tries to accommodate therapies within the school day. We have been at several schools in two different states. I have never had an educational experience with my children as good as the Elizabeth Academy. I think they do a fantastic job.

My child has been a student at Elizabeth Academy since they were 3 years old and are now in the 3rd…read moregrade. They have thrived being in the Elizabeth Academy program. The confidence in learning is so evident. They were able to spot a reading difficultly in my child and intervened early and now my child is thriving in reading! Something that I really prize is how the program leads to my child being kind and caring for others. The joy they have in helping the younger children by reading to them, spotting the classmate that doesn't have someone sitting by them and how excited they are to tell me about helping a fellow classmate with a difficult lesson.