My husband and I wanted a place where our girls could grow academically / intellectually but also…read moreas human beings with all their strengths and flaws. We enrolled one daughter at first and watched - in a very short period of time - her flourish, begin to label her emotions, respond to positive encouragement... so now both of our girls are there and we couldn't be happier with the positive outcomes we see every day. To say this school has changed our life would be accurate. Highly recommend!

A level of education that many believe to be a pipe dream. Come experience the difference!read more

Although their space in the Emory Valley Center is a bit older, the staff have done a wonderful job…read moreof sprucing up the classroom for the kids with homey lamps, child-sized furniture, and hundreds of those great Montessori lessons to engage the mind, body and spirit. The amount of staff support and the quality of the staff are exceptional, and the parents are very involved and supportive. Best place I could imagine sending our little boy.

Jamie is wonderful! We worked together at a Montessori school in Portland for quite some time - she…read morewas an excellent guide to our students and had immense patience. Jamie also has an incredible sense for what types of learning activities would be interesting for kids in the 1-6 age group, often making materials herself, to help students learn life skills such as folding towels or opening and closing snaps, buttons, zippers, and velcro. I would trust Jamie with my child in a heartbeat, and know that she is extremely dedicated to creating a wonderful learning environment, focused on child needs, opportunities for learning, and school organization to assist in keeping parents updated and involved in their child's development.

Jamie came into our life several years ago and has been taking care of our little girl for the past…read more18 months, since she was 14 months old. Since then our girl has blossomed - learning language skills, socialization, independence, and was even potty-trained around her 2 year old birthday. I attribute this to the amazing environment Jamie has created with Norwood. Jamie is patient and kind, she treats the kiddos with respect and such great love. Both of my girls have been in Jamie's care and they both feel confident and secure with Jamie. Outside of the children's care, Jamie has created a community for the families who are attending and have attended Norwood. It is simply the most amazing, special place and I feel lucky to be a part of it with my family.

Doesn't look like much when you pass it, but this is the place you want to send your toddler. The…read moreteachers there are so special, and take the time to know your child as an individual. Ms. Ginnie and Ms. Pam are an incredible duo who love and respect tiny humans. I have always felt my child was in the best hands with them, and that is a feeling money can't buy.

From the owner: The Montessori School of Rome serves students from 18 months through 10th grade, in a Toddler…read moreprogram (18 months - 3 years), a Primary program (3-6 years/kindergarten), a :Lower Elementary program (1st - 3rd grade), an Upper Elementary program (4th - 6th grade) and an Adolescent program (7th - 10th grade). We are a private school emphasizing, as do all Montessori schools, peace and tolerance, and admit students without regard to race, religion, or creed.

My 4- and 2-year-olds both attend this school and we love it! It is truly an atmosphere of love and…read morerespect and has cultivated an excitement about learning in both of my kids. It also fosters independence and my kids are capable of so many things that I never thought they would be at their ages. The teachers are kind and patient, but firm, and they really get to know you children and appreciate who they are as individuals. The fresh, healthy snacks from a local co-op are just a bonus. My only problem with the school is that it doesn't go past age 6. We'll be so sad to leave!

I have a 2 year old and 5 year old at SMS. My 5 year old has been attending since he was 3 and the…read moreschool opened. We were planning on homeschooling but I still wanted our kids to start with some school environment experience. Smyrna Montessori School was everything we were looking for. My children get lots of individual attention, are encouraged to explore and learn as much as they want and have had some wonderful friendships develop. There is a strong sense of respect modeled through kindness towards the teachers, classmates, learning materials and the world (cultures, the environment). The teachers love my children like they were their own and are passionate about the Montessori style of learning. Both of my children have gained a lot of confidence and independence since they began there. If I ever have a question I can set up a time to talk with any teacher. I'm always impressed with how aware they are of everything my child deals with on a daily basis, what their strengths are, how much progress they have made in areas of behavior, character and learning. I do wish they extended beyond the Primary program (3-6 years). I don't think there is any problem with illness any different than any other school environment. I don't love that the lead toddler teacher spot has changed hands a few times, but I understand that when a teacher has a baby she will want to take time to be with her new baby. This has been the only reason for teachers leaving that I am aware of. Those teachers have stayed in contact with the school and return for visits when possible. We feel very fortunate to be at Smyrna Montessori School and are so happy it opened at the perfect time for our kids. And as far as safety goes, our children are referred to as precious gifts, children are not allowed out of the classroom unless a teacher or parent is with them and the school and yard are secured during the day. I have no concern for my children's safety at all. Montessori is a different approach to learning than what a lot of people are used to, but for us it has been perfect. Oh, and I LOVE that I get an email and photos every week from each of my kids teachers touching on what the kids are working on and enjoying and some explanation about the Montessori process.

I love my daughter's toddler teacher! They are amazing!read more

I visited 7 different daycare / schools before deciding on which to enroll my son. Stepping Stone…read morewas one of the cleanest and most organized. I liked how there was not a lot of clutter and kids are encouraged to be independent. After making my list of pros and cons I was down to 2 schools. The reason why I decided on Stepping Stone was because of the kids. I sat in a toddler class then a preschool class and the kids were all so calm and well behaved. My son has been attending since Feb 2016. He started out in the nursery and is now in the toddler class. He has learned so much and surprises me sometimes when he comes home. It is a great school with a great staff!

We toured a total of 12 local schools and went to 3. Medlock Bridge Montessori blew away our…read moreexpectations. Our toddler is extraordinarily happy and comes home singing and telling us wonderful stories about her day, what she's learned, and her friends. If you want more details, feel free to reach out, but I can say we couldn't be happier with the all aspects of the program, school, and teachers.

If your child has any type of personality, this school isn't for you. Constant complaints about…read morebehavior (doesn't stand still in line, tugging on clothing during circle time, dancing and singing during work time -- this is a 3 year old, by the way). If your child is meek, timid, and the stepford type, this is a perfect choice for you. Seriously, if your child is a conformist, Montessori would be a great choice. If your child is a social butterfly, better off with a different type of school. Lesson learned for us after a long year. We didn't reenroll. Teachers were nice enough, but it was clear that most aren't comfortable dealing with children that don't conform.

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