There was once a 5-year-old little girl. She was a sweet, quirky thing, well-behaved and sensitive,…read moreactive and adventurous. She loved lizards, bugs, horses, and drawing more than anything. Her mom and dad were so excited for this little girl to start school, to see all she'd learn, and to learn all she'd become. However, the hopes and dreams these parents had for their little girl would not come to pass. After a short time in kindergarten, the little girl started getting poor conduct grades for "not paying attention. The school set up the first conference and began to tell the parents how wrong their little girl was. The girl began coming home upset, stressed out, scared to go back, and claiming that her teacher hates her. The parents tried ADHD meds for the child. In 6 months, the little girl was on 4 different medicines. Upon taking the first dose, she was listless, glassy-eyed, and had sobbing episodes. She didn't enjoy the critters and the horses and the drawing. The smiles went away. And she did no better in school. This precious little girl is Emma, and she is mine. In December 2014, we started at ABC Montessori. Their love for children, interest in fostering the individuality of the children, and in the development of the child's brain are immediately evident. The passion they have for the Montessori method is inspiring. They have restored our daughter's motivation and joy for learning. Today, our daughter seeks answers. She explores. She is respectful. And she absolutely loves her school. There, she is a helper, a friend, a great student, loved and praised by her teachers, and extremely well-behaved. She sits down to her work daily and focuses on what needs to be done. She completes book reports and science fair projects. She knows things about culture and history. She reads "chapter books" and she has straight A's!! She laughs and plays and does not want to be picked up at the end of the day. I have my little girl back!! For all of this I am thankful for the Montessori method. But even more so, I am eternally grateful for the careful, thoughtful planning, attention, and intuition of the ABC Montessori staff, and for their concern and care for the whole child. My daughter WILL be successful. In fact, she already is!

From the owner: Heritage Montessori School is a Montessori school proudly serving McDonough, Georgia and the…read moresurrounding communities. Our establishment has earned Montessori accreditation and offers a multitude of educational programs including middle school and preschool programs for the bright and intelligent youth of Henry County. Using only the most effective Montessori methods, we encourage our students to think independently, to solve problems and to take responsibility for their actions. It is you mission to provide the highest quality education among McDonough schools to build a strong foundation for your children's future. Contact us today to learn more about our educational programs. We look forward to speaking with you soon!

Please dont listen to the ONE negative review on here. Theami took two of my babies after a…read morehorrendous experience at another local Montessori and it was the best decision I ever made. She truly loves these kids and its a great school.

Our experience at Theami Montessori school has been truly incredible! My 4-year-old loves going to…read moreschool every day. The hands-on activities and interactive learning environment keep him engaged and excited about discovering new things. Every time we walk outside, I am constantly getting questions about the sky, the moon, leaves, different animals, just anything he sees and reads. He is constantly curious and has so many questions. As a second-year student, I've seen such growth in his independence, he picks out his own clothes, makes his bed, cleans up after himself including sweeping and vacuuming if necessary. Mrs. Shahnaj is incredibly attentive and is always encouraging my child to explore at their own pace. The mixed-age classroom is wonderful for helping him develop social skills, and he is learning to communicate and cooperate with children of all ages. My son started when he was 3 and immediately Mrs. Shahnaj noticed areas he needed to improve on with his social and emotional development and started to work on correcting it. She also let me know things I can work on to improve his emotional development at home and now I can truly see a difference. We are still working on some things but there have been major changes. Montessori school operates differently than public school, which I love. The children go at their own pace and each child focuses on what they need to develop. Each child is working on different things, but every child is still exposed to all areas. My son has learned so much in his year and a half he has been there. He has developed skills I know he will use for the rest of his life. I couldn't be more pleased with the development my child has experienced during his time at Theami. It's been a wonderful experience, and I'm excited to see how he continues to thrive in this supportive, enriching environment!

CountrySide has been such a gift to our family, and we are truly grateful to have found it. The…read moreteachers are not only warm and attentive, but they also work with the children -- so beautifully, creating an environment that is both calm and deeply nurturing. We especially appreciate the care and creativity they pour into each lesson and experience, making every day meaningful , engaging ,and fun. Our son comes home happy and excited about his school day, and that joy is a direct reflection of his wonderful teachers. We are so thankful for countrySide and feel fortunate to be part of such a thoughtful, wellrounded community. We know our son will look back on his time here with fondness -- and we will, too.

Walking into Countryside Montessori felt like stepping into a dream. It was inviting, clean, warm,…read moreand bright. It immediately felt safe, and I knew right away it was somewhere I would feel comfortable leaving Letty. Ms. Hanne and Ms. Anita showed us around and encouraged Letty to explore and try new things. It was so nice to see other adults believing in her abilities. And as soon as Ms. Hanne took out the guitar and began to sing, I knew there was no other school for Letty. Ms. Hanne -- you are one in a million. Your passion, patience, and joy in teaching children are both impressive and inspiring. What a wonderful and meaningful life you've created for yourself! Cheers to you, and to your many years ahead.

My grandson has been attending this school for 3 years. The Montessori teaching method provides an…read moreoutstanding learning environment. He started writing and sounding out words at 4 years old. The school is a community where all are welcomed, parent involvement is encouraged, and provides an outstanding education!!!

ConS: They give great tours and promise you the world, but their follow through on their promises…read moreis weak. They struggle with communication. Upon asking for a meeting with the head of school, she refused, as I had not spoken with all of her subordinates first, even though I was paying almost $1000 per month for a glorified daycare. They spent most of their day outside, even in the hottest hours of the sun... in the dead of summer. I was highly disappointed with CBMS. They lack in diversity, and it is evident. I even wondered, at times, if race played a part in the "issues" they had with my two year olds behavior. They are not equipped to deal with any kind of transitional period for toddlers. I began getting calls to pick up my toddler two days after school began because he was crying at nap time, even though, Tracy told me that they were amazing with the kids and helping them transition. They were very supportive of my son having a bottle at nap time, and even said that they are willing to rock kids in the rocking chair, if a child is having a hard time at nap time. Then, once I paid the $800 non refundable registration fee and the contract, Tracy told me that rocking and bottles are not aligned with the Montessori way of creating independence. I would have appreciated it more, if they told me that when I was touring their facility, instead of trying to sell me on the dream, just to get the money. One of the "issues" was that my two year old would tap the teacher on the shoulder when he wanted her attention.... again, he's two. Their expectations are unrealistic. My child is not a robot, and he is an amazing kid because of that. CBMS is just not cut out for anyone who wants a positive, encouraging environment for their child. They don't even believe in saying "good job" or "wow! That was great! I'm proud of you" to kids. I wish I had been warned about them, prior to paying so much to receive so little. We left before this point, but beware- at the 6 week mark, they can dismiss your child if you don't align with ALL of their beliefs and if your child hasn't adjusted to the Montessori way (which is apparently playing by themselves and napping on their own with no transitions). Positive: The afternoon teacher, Bailey, was amazing! We loved her and her positive attitude and outlook. She always had a smile on her face, and the kids respond very well to her positive energy!

This is an amazing Montessori school with a Gold Level accreditation with Montessori Educational…read morePrograms International (MEPI) and GAC accreditation with the state of Georgia, serving children ages 18months to 5th grade for 40 years.

I can't say enough good things about Hillside. This school has become an extension of our family…read more The level of skill and passion these teachers and staff have for Montessori education is amazing to watch. We have had one child there from 18 months through Lower Primary, and our second child starts in a few weeks. The value of sending our children here instead of to a daycare has been huge. Watching friends who live other places and don't have a Montessori option send their kids to daycare where they pay more money for a bare minimum level of childcare has been eye opening. At Hillside, we always know our kids are safe, cared for, happy, and learning. When our son was 2 years old, he came home singing a song that we couldn't quite understand the words to. That night at bedtime, he pointed to a map and said "That's North America!" That was when we realized he had been singing the continents song all afternoon. He has grown in practical skills (helping us with dinner every night), creative ability (he loves painting and drawing), and emotional maturity (helping with his little sister because he is used to "being a leader" in the classroom at school). I don't write reviews often, but Hillside deserves more than five stars.

Could not recommend this school enough! It is true Montessori in a loving and safe environment with…read morea wonderful staff as the cherry on top.

The teachers and assistants do a great job of guiding the children. They're ready to provide…read moreassistance and they let the children work on their own. The classrooms are well equipped, clean and organized. Outside there are a variety of spaces; including gardens, wooded areas and play areas. The school is well managed and staffed by a great group of people who make it a second home for my family.

I love this school. Love pours out of the heart of the owners (Mrs. Debi & Mrs. Nancy). They love…read moreyour children. They work with your students at every and any level. My oldest went there from ages 9-14; she is now 20 and graduating college with her Bachelors 2 years early. She did not like to read when she began at RSMA in 2013 and now is an author and won the Readers & Rising Star Award at this school. She loves books; she even has a book vlog on IG. My two youngest attend started as toddlers as well and they are still progressing. I thank God for this school.

Our daughter has attended RSMA for 2yrs, both as a toddler and a primary student. The staff is…read moreextremely caring and professional. Mrs Kaycee and Mrs Jill in the toddler class are great people. Mrs Nancy in primary is incredibly experienced and also great. The school has taken every precaution reopening during COVID and thankfully is prioritizing child development over risk aversion. We cannot say enough positive things about the school and staff, and we are so thankful and blessed to have our daughter there.