My son spent about 6 months here the majority of the time in the Infant Room. Mary Ann is AMAZING…read morewith children. Mary is also good. My issue was in the transitional area (the area for the too big for infant room and too small for prek)...not super organized...and we always left the place thinking...do they even know where his food is stored? Not a good feeling. They seriously need to update...wood paneling makes it look dark. And cleaning WHILE kids are still there...not healthy. Other than that...I mean...our kid was safe...not super babied...but safe. Every day care has its faults. I will say the pre-k program seemed very impressive. I may put my kid back with them for that.

My son went to the Montessori in Teaneck for almost two years. All of the ladies were amazing and…read morea pleasure to see on a daily basis. I wish he could stay with his teachers forever as he thrived and learned so much with them. Ms. Sam Ms. Yamile and Ms. Rosa you are all awesome I don't think people tell you that enough. It was a comfort leaving my son everyday knowing he would be well taken care of... I think it's great that you guys have a summer camp and my son will definately be back!!!

There are no words to express my gratitude and appreciation for the teachers and staff here but I'm…read morehoping I can share some insight that will help the next parent explore this for their own children! We wanted a space where our child could grow, explore and develop their own sense of curiosity and TMH exceeded all of that. With the evolution of technology assisting in all aspects of our lives now; a learning experience that is grounded on building blocks and a hands on approach was fundamental when we were looking for early education. Not all children learn the same and the teachers do a great job at tailoring their approach to each and focus on their curiosities. Every part of the curriculum is so thoughtful and intentional. Some of the smallest activities are teaching them a skill that eventually becomes something bigger.  It's amazing to witness and the parents get a chance to see this first hand during parent visit days. "I didn't know my child could do that" is a common sentiment I hear amongst the parent group.  Beyond the curriculum - Our child will be completing the kindergarten program after having spent 3 years in the school and she couldn't be more excited. Her early days were supported by the older friends in the class and now she gets a chance to do the same. They are now some of her closest friends and the parents too!  The level of confidence and independence they have developed along the way has been nothing short of amazing. Having witnessed many of the friends in the class grow into their own personalities throughout the years have been fun to see. It's no surprise that families often enroll their siblings to TMH even after the older ones have graduated!

From the owner: Our students love learning and go on to succeed in grade school, and in life, as independent,…read moreadaptive self-starters. Visit us to appreciate the warm, caring, inviting atmosphere that Montessori House children, parents and teachers enjoy so much. And we are a Full Member School of the American Montessori Society -- so we're True Montessori. We offer full-day and half-day programs for children ages 2-1/2 to First Grade on a school schedule from September to June. We also offer after-school programs and childcare until 6 p.m. days school is in session. And we offer Summer Camp in June and July.

I'm really surprised by the review about the Seedlings Classroom below. My son just started in the…read moreSeedlings Classroom this year and so far our experience has been wonderful. There was a simple miscommunication when it came to his diapers (super minor) and the teacher rectified it right away and contacted me to clarify/discuss. The teacher and/or school are always reaching out, even for something simple, to keep me and my husband apprised and informed. We appreciate this so much and truly find it to be a reflection of those they hire to nurture and educate the children. We find their COVID protocols very well followed, and we're not nervous sending our son here a few days a week. The staff, teachers and administration always greet us at pick up/drop off and make us feel like our sons going to a special place and loved. In reference to the other comment on curriculum, they're under 2 years. They are just getting acclimated to going to school, let alone the ability to do a true art masterpiece. I think that's a bit unrealistic when it comes to an expectation of artistic ability at that age. Our son has come home with some really great art projects and we're really happy with his progress being he's not even 18 months old. He's learning so much already and we're grateful. Overall, we're very happy with Ridgewood Montessori and will continue to send our son for years to come (as long as everything stays as great as it's been!). In addition, once our daughter is age appropriate we would love to continue the legacy with her attendance as well. Thanks RW for a great experience and for showing our son love, attention, and teaching him every week. We're proud to be part of this school!

My son has been at Ridgewood Montessori School since 2018. He began in 3rd grade and is now in 6th…read moreand I can't say enough positive things about the personalized education he is receiving. From the incredible teacher to student ratio, personal education plan for each child, and all students in the elementary school even learn a real instrument (mine is learning guitar) ... the list goes on and on. I have even been impressed by the amazing handling of the past 2 years of Covid protocol.... All impressive!! I personally feel that these children have had the most "normal" school experience possible during the past two years giving them support and consistency that children need. Teachers are very responsive to emails and always make themselves available both before and after school for any concerns both in person and via zoom. Administration knows all the children by name and engages with them regularly. We came from another private school where our experience was disheartening and are so happy to have found our Ridgewood Montessori School Family!

We love this gem of a school hidden away on beautiful Cottage Place in Ridgewood!! Both my children…read morewent here and thrived under Ms. Chizuru's gentle, yet structured guidance. Day after day Ms. Chizuru works with little minds and bodies on numbers and reading and motor skills and art. Take a Tour! See for yourself how calm and peaceful you feel as you step into Ms. Chizuru's Little Crane school. This is what your kids will experience EVERYDAY of their young lives!!

littlecrane is a tiny gem of a school , my two young grand children go there ,they are both eager…read moreto go each day and show a big improvement with their ability to play /work on their own and with others. Ms Chizuru and staff are wonderful caring and nurturing. What a wonderful start for young minds.

My two daughters attended this school from 2005 to 2010. I agree that the school is better suited…read morefor children with a sense of structure, or this organized becaus they will not spoil the children, and it does require a certain amount of structure in the day and a child who is willing to work on it . However, the amount of care and personal attention that's my daughters got here was amazing, all of that in a very clean, perfectly organized environment that prepared both of my daughters to continue and excel in excellent private schools. We As parents were very happy and I am planning to put my third daughter in when she comes of age. I think the best testimony to the greatness of the school is my oldest daughter memory. Even today, she claims that the real difference in her education was her kindergarten years and she still remembers all teachers dearly.

Is your child is an active explorer? Curious, kind and always in motion? This school is not for…read morethis type for sure. We started out with great hopes but the underlying problem of this school surfaced pretty fast. This is a one-person show and the rest of the teachers and aids are changing very fast. The Montessori method is great but keeping children sitting on the line for an ​extended period​ of time is simply unacceptable. Also,​ each time when they line up for any activity they have to stand motionless otherwise they won't participate in any activity. Her solution - sit back on the line. So what are they doing all day?! Nothing! Young children should never experience such harsh treatment. This woman shows​ no genuine emotions towards the children. Her only way to manage the classroom is by ​screaming and yelling. Harsh verbal discipline (HVD) is scientifically proven to be harmful therefore it is a wrong choice to keep the children under control. The last drop before we pulled out when we realized the water bottle was almost full in the lunch box after a whole day in school. Imagine your child was neglected without drinking for more than 6 hours. Extremely​ disappointing experience! No trust what so ever! Oh,​ and your children's​ vocabulary will pick up a few new expressions such as: "I am overwhelmed with you"; "Shut your mouth!"; "Be quiet" and "It is your​ fault". Isn't that great​!? I am very happy that I could save my child from this bad energy and harmful environment.

Excellent school . My student attended Horace Mann NYC…read moreUPenn Wharton Stanford and Harvard Graduate from Spring School. They offer a bespoke ultra-rich curriculum for curious and motivated kids. The peer students are excellent. Don't worry about the small size school. It is superior in every way that counts to inspire a joy of life long learning. And all that is an understatement. The Montessori methods are great.

In my experience, this was an extremely disappointing and unprofessional environment. My son…read moreexperienced repeated distress at this school, including incidents involving both peers and a teacher that left him feeling humiliated and singled out. I became increasingly concerned about how reports of harassment were handled and whether adequate support or accountability existed when concerns were raised. The situation escalated to the point that I had to remove my son from school during the day because he was emotionally upset and crying. As a parent, I expected professionalism, student protection, and thoughtful handling of complaints. Instead, I felt our concerns were minimized rather than seriously addressed. Academically, we did not find the education justified the cost. Families considering this school may want to ask detailed questions about student support, complaint procedures, and how reports involving staff conduct are investigated.

I am a parent but also an educator. I cannot say enough about how fantastic Rising Stars Academy…read moreis. They are the best!!! My son would come home with art projects that were very well planned. The level of planning in the art projects is professional quality. These were not "cookie" cutter art projects. Also, Mrs. Cecilia would teach the kids Spanish every morning...and she taught my son how to dance professional salsa for the end of year party!! They also have a high quality science program with lots of materials. It is a structured school that uses some Montessori methods. They have both an indoor and outdoor play area, which helps for those long winter days ..and sprinklers in the summer. Their tuition is very reasonable for such a high quality program. However they gave me the option to pay a little extra for instrument lessons & soccer camp to come to the school. The breakup of class sizes is 4 kids to 1 teacher so all the kids get tons of individual attention. You have the option to buy a healthy lunch. I can't recommend them enough!!! My son is older now and he still talks about what he learned at Rising Stars Academy!

From the owner: preschools,childcare, daycareread more

I have twin boys who started attending TopStone since they were 2.5 years old…read more Top Stone really nurtured my children to become independent 5 year olds. They also prepare the kids well academically for kindergarten. I highly recommend Top Stone to anyone who is looking for a preschool!

My daughter attended Topstone Montessori for about two years, and overall we had a very positive…read moreexperience. The teachers are warm, patient, and genuinely care about the children. We always felt that my daughter was well cared for, and communication with the teachers was clear and reassuring whenever we had questions or concerns. Academically, she learned a lot, but what stood out to us was the strong focus on independence and daily life skills. She learned how to follow routines, take responsibility for her work, and be more confident in her day-to-day activities. We noticed these changes not only at school but also at home. The classroom environment felt calm, organized, and supportive, which really helped her enjoy learning and feel comfortable. We're grateful for the foundation she built here and would recommend Topstone Montessori to families looking for a caring environment that supports both academic and personal growth.

The best approach and mix between french and american culture in the Tri-State. This os tge place…read morefor your kids to be balanced and receivevthe best of both culture grounds

Our son was a student at the French American Acedemy at the Englewood campus. He was there for 3…read moreyears since PK3. We recently relocated to Europe. I first want to express my deepest gratitude to Jeremie the principle of the Englewood Campus and Anne- Sophie the owner on the education and nurturing environment they provided for our Son. Through their commitment, vision and dedication for the FAA community, our son was able to matriculate into the french educational system with ease. For that ,my husband and I are extremely grateful. I had many fairs. How well our son would do with moving to a new country , entering a new school system without knowing anyone. That tension was put to rest with how well our son has been doing. Our experience at the French American Academy in Englewood with the curriculum , and how the staff foster learning and community togetherness has been truly impactful on our family. Thank you to everyone at the Englewood Campus. Best, Kerriann L.