This is a phenomenal school. My three children have attended FVAM. The curriculum is tailored to…read moreeach student so that s/he learns to their full potential whatever their needs may be. The environment is diverse, respectful and responsive. Sharon Healy is an outstanding Head of School and understands child development extremely well. Almost all teachers are trained in Orton-Gillingham (upon which the Montessori reading curriculum is based). This gives added protection to help identify learning/reading issues and to address them at an early age, or at any age as the case may be for transfer students. Now that my two daughters are in college, they realize what a special place FVAM was and plan on sending their own kids!

This school is absolutely amazing. We attended here before moving further south and honestly my…read morechild entered Kindergarten in our new town so well prepared. He reads fluently and is just so well-adjusted socially and emotionally. I completely credit the teachers and staff at FVAM. They took a shy somewhat nervous kid and really did wonders with him. Your child would be in excellent, caring hands at FVAM. Cannot recommend them enough! PS most people don't know, but they do early education (toddlers) and summer camp too. Enjoy!

TLDR - was ghosted completely after a visit; didn't feel we were welcome…read more A bit of a background, we visited this montessori to explore the possibility of enrolling our old child (less than a year old), when eligible in 9 months or so at the earliest. My spouse and I, we are both immigrants with no immediate family here for the support. We both have graduate degrees in STEM and work full-time. This montessori, given its proximity to our home and hours of availability, would have been a great option for my child to enroll. Unfortunately, we felt we were not really welcome here based on our visit and follow-through, or the lack of it. My wife made the first approach and was strongly encouraged by a staff at the school to arrange a possible visit. For clarification, the visit is a part of the multi-step process of getting admission. This staff mentioned to my spouse that this would be the best time to explore the possibility of enrolling our child. My spouse was very excited for the visit, which had to be scheduled between 9-10 am when they accommodate at most 2 people/families a day. The visit was alright for the most part. There were few odd moments here and there but we have gotten accustomed to those from our visits to other daycares and such. We were also informed by the staff giving the tour, a different staff from the one who my wife initially contacted, that the admission is really competitive and difficult to get. This sounded slightly different than the prior information from the staff. It was still understandable given how strained childcare and educational services have been in the area. At the end of the visit, we were given a brochure but were informed that they were out of the application form - odd again but not out of the norm. We were told the staff had our email and will send us the application form, and we could also reach out if we had more questions. My spouse emailed this staff with the questions the very same day. After getting no response for a couple of days, my spouse called the said staff and left a voicemail after receiving no answer. We never heard back and never got that application form. My wife again emailed the following week to no avail. We were ghosted and started wondering if we failed to meet certain standards they had set, unbeknownst to us.This is even more baffling given the fact the staff barely asked us, the parents, anything to know us. Now, in any other place, this would be an issue with one staff. Here, based on the information available on their website, it sounds like the multi-step admission process goes through certain staffs, not committees. We started asking ourselves what the chances are that if we couldn't hear back after multiple attempts or receive an application form, our application will be adjudged fairly, let alone be accepted. I am not sure whether I should be happy that the staff showed us how the "educational place" is before we got heavily involved or I should be saddened that an early development school is unwelcoming to many.

I remember being so worried with our first child - are we doing the right thing? Maybe we should't…read morebe doing this; Maybe we should be trying that etc. And I have to admit, till this day, I keep having the same inner dialogue. But there is one area, where this conversation has ceased. And that is 'What is the right school for our children?'. MSGH is a unique Montessori school that not only provides an authentic education that perfectly balances academics with life & executive skills, but a school that has created such a loving and caring community that we truly call our second home. That is the one area, where I don't have to worry anymore - I know my children are being lovingly cared for, receive the right amount of support to flourish emotionally and to grow into mature individuals that are strong academically but also feel responsible to make our world a better place for everyone.

I don't understand how this school is still in business. Worst management with burntout teachers…read more Take your kiddos elsewhere.

My daughter has been in the Discovery centers' infant/toddler program and now in the toddler…read moreMontessori program and next fall she will be starting the primary program. My son has also recently entered the infant toddler program. Both of my children absolutely love this school and really like their teachers. As a mom it feels nice when your children are excited about their day at school and look forward to seeing their teachers and friends. My children have learned so much about self care, independence, sharing, and many other academically enriching activities while at this school. I highly recommend you take a visit and see for yourself.

Treetops Montessori gave our 4 children (3 girls, 1 boy) the most wonderful head start on their…read moreeducational and social development. The environment inspires kids to progress as quickly as they can in an inclusive setting that's about kindness, respect and enabling students to achieve individually, as well as in a group setting. The teachers took the time, all the time, to key into our kids' needs and although ours have graduated, they have many fond memories of Treetops! The community feeling created by Treetops truly develops a child's love of school and continued learning. HIGHLY recommend!

From the owner: Treetops Montessori is owned and operated by Gary & Beckie Galonek, lifelong residents of the…read moreSturbridge/Southbridge community. The facility has two spacious, child-oriented classrooms to enhance self-direction, organizational, and fine-motor skills. Treetops is located in beautiful Fiskdale, MA on over 1 acre of land for discovering, gardening, exploration, and developing gross-motor skills. In 2008, Treetops celebrates our 35th year in the tri-community area, and continues the mission of providing a "prepared environment," possessing certain order and allowing children to learn at their own capacity in a non-competitive atmosphere. The many different areas of the classroom (listed on right) help teach academics as well as social skills. Together we build a peaceful classroom where harmony, kindness, and acceptance are encouraged. Treetops Montessori Open House for the 2017-2018 school year enrollment will take place Saturday January 21, 2017 from 10:00am-12:00pm.

Montessori Discovery School, located in Norwich, CT is an oasis in a desert of school systems…read morestruggling to connect with their students. I consider the discovery of this gem one of the most fortuitous findings in my lifetime. MDS melds the Montessori philosophy with their unique perspectives to create an ideal environment that nurtures their students, instilling in them the passion to learn on their own. Students develop the skills to funnel their natural curiosities into a solid method for learning- students are not so much taught new ideas and concepts- they are given the tools and the guidance to do this on their own. This basic foundation for acquiring knowledge is essential and will serve the students well into adulthood. Students also learn to interact with each other in a respectful manner. The most stunning thing you will notice if you view a school in session is just how quiet the classrooms can be. Students are also taught skills such as cooking, cleaning, and other household tasks as a way of developing personal responsibility. My son has thrived in this fertile environment. I am thankful every day that he had the opportunity to attend such an innovative and creative school.

A beloved community committed to students development, nurturing learning and individualized…read moreattention. From the classroom, to wonderful activities, the teachers are committed to supporting and helping children thrive! Absolutely love this school.

From the owner: We invite you, parents, to join us for our upcoming 2026-27 Open House- Sunday, February 22 at 1pm…read more Visit wtm.earth to resister for the Open House! Willow Tree Montessori is a quaint school with AMI primary and toddler programs that provide a creative, adaptive environment that responds to the needs of individual children. We seek to balance academic and social development to foster responsibility and cooperation within a supportive learning community. Our school community is close-knit with an active parent body!

Impressive foundations can be built here and the facilities are in line with the "prepared…read moreenvironment." If looking for a key to The Gunnery, Taft, Deerfield Academy or the like you'll find it here!

My family and I moved to the area in 2012 and looked at several schools. Our intention was not to…read morebe in private school but the difference in everything from basis of education and the calm and attentive environment at Washington Montessori made us feel it was the best place for our child. I often thank the teachers for raising such a wonderful person. She is smart, very creative, a unique thinker and problem solver; she understands complexities in many areas, plays and reads music, enjoys art, nature, math, science, language. She has great friends and loves going to school every day. She is really known by all her teachers, each one "sees" her, her strengths and weaknesses, and they have all helped her grow, learn and change. We have a wonderful community of parents, kids and friends. One of my favorite experiences and when I really understood the Montessori method was when I participated in "The Voyage" - you spend a day as a Montessori child and learn as they do. I wept for the gift my child has with the education she is receiving and wept for what I missed as a child by not having it. I feel strongly that not every school is the right one for every child, but I feel so lucky that we have found the right one for ours.

With summer ending, I wanted to write my experience with Hudson Country Montessori School…read more As a mom of a 3 and 2 year old, who went through the pandemic and had trust issues with daycares or "strangers" caring for my kids, I can't thank HCMS enough for the amount of peace and reassurance they've given me. Everyone there is just absolutely lovely and such beautiful people. They have shown my children so much love and care. My daughter is a Velcro baby, meaning she's a literal baby koala. I can't thank Alexa, Rose, and Renee, in the infant room, enough for holding her when she wanted to be held, as long as she wanted. She then moved up to the waddler room, with new teachers, but they are as amazing as the infant room teachers. Sara, Susan, Chelsea, and Rebecca are literal angels. I just can't thank them enough for everything they've done for my daughter and us. They took such great care of her this past year. My son started in the toddler 2 room with Ms Mimi, Graciela, and Kristie. We absolutely love them! They're all such sweethearts! Ms Mimi is so good with the kids! She knows exactly how to take control of her class, which are all toddlers! Touché to her! Ms Mimi is also so loving and caring. I really couldn't have asked for a better school for my children. They've learned so much while being there and they've made such amazing friends and connections. I also love their security! It's gated, and you need a special passcode to enter the school. Although my children have only had the teachers listed above, everyone in that building is so friendly and welcoming. Ms Carmela is in charge of the toddler program, and she is just so amazing. She takes her time to meet families and hears any concerns you may have. If HCMS was on your list of schools to check out, go with it! You won't regret ever enrolling your kids there. It's a real Montessori school, filled with loving, hardworking, respectful teachers. You'll really see your children bloom into such smart, independent, loving, little people.

Amazing facility and staff.They are experts caring and very attentive. Highly recommended if there…read moreis room.

My granddaughter, now in fifth grade, has been a student at Northampton Montessori since pre-K and…read morethrives there. She can't wait to get to school in the mornings.

This is a review of the Toddler program only. I can't review any other program because my son only…read morewent to the toddler program for one year. I wanted more for my son for his early year than day care so my wife and I spent the extra money to send him here. We have no regrets. Felice DiMartino, Kirsten Dudkiewicz, Kathy Holmes and Liz Montgomery are badasses! They always have plans for the kids and are very attentive to their needs and wants which is really fakking hard sometimes. They are great! Totally worth the money.

Simply an amazing school. Highly recommend it for all ages. Highly trained, courteous, and peaceful…read moreteachers/ guides. Children thrive at AMS.