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

I was amazed at the positive and calm environment created by the wonderful teachers during the…read moremorning work time. My toddler is learning to be independent and creative. The sensory activities and afterschool art is helpings build skills confidence. I highly recommend this school, specially if it's the first time for a child in a preschool environment. Teachers made the transition very smooth.

From the owner: We are the premier international family of early childhood schools serving infants through…read morekindergarten; after-schoolers, their families and communities. Through our unique learning environment; blending authentic Montessori methodology with Reggio Emilia inspiration, we Nurture, Inspire, and Educate children; fostering a lifelong love of learning.

This school is excellent. The children learned addition and subtraction in math, English…read morevocabulary, drew a world map, and sang songs in English, Spanish, and Chinese. Mrs. Indra is very caring and dedicated to the children.

My son began attending Cresco in December of 2020, and it has been an amazing experience! He…read morereceives excellent care and attention from his teachers and I feel comfortable and confident with the care he receives. I would highly recommend to other families.

I was a loyal family with this daycare for three years and always paid tuition on time and in full…read more Unfortunately, my experience at the end has been extremely disappointing and unprofessional. I have not received my deposit, which has been owed to me since August. The daycare has cited bankruptcy as the reason, but since then there has been little to no communication, no updates on the status of my funds, and I have essentially been ignored whenever I follow up. After doing some research, I learned that I am not the only one affected. Other families have also not received their deposits, and there are even teachers who have not been paid. This raises serious concerns about how the situation has been handled. It is incredibly frustrating and disheartening to be treated this way after years of loyalty and reliability. If you are considering enrolling your child here, proceed with extreme caution. Based on my experience, I would strongly advise against trusting your money--or your peace of mind--with a business that is clearly struggling and failing to communicate or take responsibility. Do not sign up with this daycare.

My family could not be happier with Guidepost Montessori Duluth! The directors snd teachers are…read morewarm, patient, and truly dedicated to nurturing each child's growth. The Montessori approach here is outstanding--our child is not only learning academically but also developing independence, confidence, and a genuine love for learning. The classrooms are beautifully set up, safe, and full of engaging materials that spark curiosity. Communication with the staff is excellent; they keep us updated and are always responsive to our questions. It's clear they put the children first in everything they do. My granddaughter looks forward to going every day, which says it all. We are so grateful to have found this school and highly recommend Guidepost Montessori Duluth to any family looking for a supportive, enriching, and joyful environment for their little one. ~NKelly

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.

I am so thankful for this school. My son has learned so much in 3 months. Ms. Rwan's class has been…read moreso incredible. They're so hands on. So patient. I'm so thankful to have found this community. All of the teachers are incredible. I couldn't rave enough about this place. 5 stars!!

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.

I went to this school as a student back in 2010-15 and I loved every year of it! Staff were very…read morefriendly, My peers were nice and I was in the after school program while waiting for my parents! Sadly nearly every staff member has left since I left but nice to see the place still thriving. For the parents reading this, I went out thinking I would forget or never see anyone BUT some kids went to the same Middle/High School as me! It was awesome to catch up with them after not seeing them for years!! Anyways, I loved this place and would 100% recommend this place to anyone.

This is a long and detailed review however please take the time to read it before enrolling your…read morechild in this school. This is also the very first review I have ever written on an online forum in my more than 40-year life, so please know this situation was a very impactful one to my son and our family as a whole. Our journey with Alpharetta International Academy (AIA) was mixed. My son attended for two and a half years, and the first two years were positive. The staff seemed attentive, and my son thrived in a supportive environment. During the third year, things changed. Because he was not fully potty-trained, AIA didn't promote him to the 3-year-old class, even though developmentally and academically he was capable of tasks well-suited to a preschool environment. Instead, he was placed in a class with toddlers as young as 18 months, which seemed overcrowded, leaving his teacher (what was perceived to be) overwhelmed. Her teaching style changed, as did her overall demeanor and patience level. As a result, our son became bored and unchallenged, which impacted his behavior. We began receiving calls to pick him up due to what we believe stemmed from the teacher's frustration. These calls came on two separate occasions, one for the teacher's inability to redirect him during circle time and once when he picked up a Montessori-sized chair and when he put it down, it came down on the teacher's foot. Mind you, these two times were the only time in now almost three years that we were called for these things or that there was any type of misbehavior communicated to us on behalf of the school. Both times we picked him up, we were assured by the head of school that his teacher would follow up with us about his behavior, but this never happened. We twice asked the teacher to move him into a developmentally appropriate class. Just two weeks prior to his withdrawal I urged her to move him into the developmentally appropriate class temporarily as a "trial". All of these suggestions and requests were refused. It was disappointing for the teacher to be so unresponsive to our requests to address this clear mismatch in placement. This was the same teacher who had worked wonderfully with him for two years and who had previously shown genuine care and understanding, so we were left confused as to her actions, or lack thereof. As a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience working with children, as well as the daughter of two Doctorate Level public school teachers, I understand that children are at their best when they're engaged in age-appropriate, stimulating settings. It was disheartening to see that the AIA staff now seemed unable to understand the impact a poorly suited classroom environment could have on our son's behavior and learning. To add to our distress and disappointment, the head of school sent a disingenuous response to my email with my intent to withdraw my son from her school due to a lack of a suitable and appropriate classroom environment. She did express regret at our decision, saying she loved our son and was committed to working with him. Her email response was a conflicting message, combining both overly kind and positive statements with underlying hurtful remarks. She informed us that we would still be responsible for paying a sizable early withdrawal fee, totaling thousands of dollars. Although we were aware of this fee in the enrollment agreement, my husband responded to explain that, given the circumstances leading to the change, we felt it was unfair to be held financially responsible for their choices and when we were already having to spent thousands to place him in a different learning environment. He also mentioned we would be leaving an honest review of our experience to better inform other families considering AIA. In response, the head of school reiterated the fee due and informed that we should "please understand that any communication perceived as a threat has been formally documented and will be addressed through the proper channels if necessary". This statement was unnecessary and upsetting to us, as we were simply expressing our intent to share our experience honestly. Ultimately, while we value the initial positive experience our son had at AIA, the handling of this final chapter left us with reservations regarding AIA's ability to make decisions that are best for the children they serve and questions regarding their authenticity in their mission statement. I hope this review helps AIA consider ways to better support students' needs and communicate open and in real time with parents. Lastly, I hope this review enables other parents considering AIA to make the most informed decision that leads to the most positive outcome for their child and family as a whole.

AAIMS Montessori School is truly a joy. From the owners and management to the dedicated teachers…read moreand staff, everyone works together to create a nurturing and enriching environment for children. The diverse cultural backgrounds and foreign languages spoken by the management and staff provide children with valuable exposure to different languages and cultures. That speaks volumes about the positive experiences children experience here. Hats off to the owners and management. At AAIMS, the well-being, growth, and success of each child is a priority. Rules and policies are not flexible, well regulated and clear for everyone.

When we moved from California last year, one of my biggest concerns was finding the right preschool…read morefor our daughter. We toured several preschools in the area, but nothing really felt like the right fit. Many of them felt a bit institutional. AAIMS, however, felt different. Ms. Nargis, the director, gave us a tour, and I could tell she really cares about the school. You can see how much thought she puts into it and how much she wants it to be a great place for both the kids and the teachers. The kids looked happy and playful, the teachers were welcoming, and the whole atmosphere just felt right. What I'm most thankful for is what happened a few months after our daughter started. Our family was going through a difficult season, and she developed separation anxiety and became very attached to her favorite blanket. As a mom, it was heartbreaking to leave her during that time. Ms. Nargis and Ms. Teressa were incredibly patient and supportive. They genuinely cared about helping her through that season. They kept me updated, worked closely with me, and gave her the extra reassurance she needed. Knowing she was surrounded by people who understood what she was going through and truly wanted to help meant so much to us. That kind of care is hard to find, and it meant the world to our family. Our daughter has come such a long way in overcoming her separation anxiety. Now she runs into preschool with a huge smile, and one of the sweetest things is seeing her comfort her friends when they're sad to say goodbye to their moms. That just amazes me. Watching her grow in confidence has been such a joy, and we're so thankful to all of the teachers at AAIMS. I also love the curriculum. It's engaging, age-appropriate, and I can see how much she's learning while still having plenty of time to play and just be a kid. We also appreciate the variety of extracurricular activities they offer, which gives the kids opportunities to explore new interests and build confidence. One thing I really respect is the way Ms. Nargis leads AAIMS. I know it isn't easy running a preschool and balancing the needs of so many children, parents, and teachers, but her love and passion for the school are genuine. You can tell she truly wants AAIMS to be the best it can be, and I really admire that. Moving to a new state came with a lot of unknowns, but finding AAIMS has truly been a blessing for our family. We're incredibly thankful for Ms. Nargis and the wonderful teachers who have loved, encouraged, and supported our daughter. Thank you for making her first preschool experience such a positive one. We'll always be grateful.

I removed my son from another school. Scared but in Hope's of a better education. I have never been…read moremore happy with the decision to let him attend excal. The director is absolutely amazing I personally think the best source of education for your child.... Keep in mind if your child has a special need this school is the best for thoughts needs. Shireen the director puts her whole heart into educating and meeting your child needs. As a parent who has resided in Alpharetta/Cumming Forsyth county area I can tell you my child has been though three places before getting to excal early childhood learning. He has never flourished this well with all the money we have spent for his education. Best school...

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Selected this Montessori for our 20 month old after moving back to the ATL area from overseas…read more Nora was a delight to meet and instantly made me feel welcome. Ms Manu was my child's teacher and she was equally warm and welcoming. The staff is all very friendly (Manuela at the front desk is the best and so very helpful!). The place is clean. They provide healthy meals. It is small but has all the necessary things for your growing child. This was my first Montessori experience and because of that I am bought in to the method of education. Keep up the great work, Ladies! My child is better for it, thank you for everything!!

We are very pleased with MMS and cannot say enough good things about the school director , Ms. Nora…read moreand her staff. They are kind, genuine and care for all the children. My son feels loved and wants to go school. We didn't have this experience at our last Montessori school in the area. Our son just turned two and is thriving. I recommend this school to any parent who is searching for the right environment for their child. MMS has it all. And they also have their own kitchen and prepare nutritious meals for the kids daily. A big help for working parents !