This school lacks proper training, support, and resources to help children with any sort of…read moreemotional disability. Their handbook states their commitment to working with each child and helping them succeed. However, if your child needs any sort of special attention or needs accommodations for a disability this school has no problem throwing your child out without warning or resources. This happened to at least two children this year and has proven to be systemic practice. Overpriced and unreliable we missed many days early in the year due to short staffing and no one to fill in. I think this school has good intentions but doesn't uphold their own values and promises to children or their families.

One of the things I most appreciate about Treehouse Montessori is the sense of community. It's a…read moresmaller school which comes with a more authentic, personal connection between families and with the staff. I feel like they genuinely care for all the kids who attend. We've attended larger daycare centers in the past where the owner sat at the front desk and didn't greet parents or kids when we walked in each morning. At Treehouse, it feels like they genuinely care about connection and fostering our son's development in a nurturing environment.

This is the worst preschool I have ever encountered. They are frauds as far as Montessori, when my…read morechild went there, only ONE teacher (out of 5) was trained in Montessori. The owner was as well but is rarely present & if she is- she is in the office. This is a "damage control" school, the ratio between student & teacher is about 1 to 20. There are usually enough staff there, because they were turned into the state- but that doesn't mean they are with the children! The lack of compassion for children is obscene. I removed my child due to the rules of no hugging & absolutely no affection. I have spoken to other parents & a teacher who left for this reason. This place is a joke for a Montessori- worst school in Fort Collins.

I have seen Rivendell School almost every week when I drive by to deposit my recycling. They have a…read morebrightly colored playground and a huge peacock statue that was once was covered in CD's which was very very creative! It reminded me of a real peacock! It has since lost the CD's and is now dressed Hawaiian style. About a week ago I saw that Rivendell has signs up for a book sale. The prices looked very reasonable. About 50 cents to 2 dollars, depending upon what type of book. I went in and looked around the place. I was very impressed! The school is fairly small and the main room is covered in books. A very impressive library! I bought about four or five books all for a very good price and the ladies that were working there were all very nice and sweet. After going to the book sale I decided to investigate more about what Rivendell School was about. I saw that they have been around Fort Collins since 1976. They are a nonprofit, secular private school. They have a huge emphasis on respect. They teach children how to respect the teachers and each other no matter how different you may be. In other words they don't let the cliche's run wild like at regular public schools. Their curriculum is less 'goal oriented' meaning they don't primarily focus on test scores and make things so directional. If a child needs a little extra attention then they can get that extra attention because of the small class size. Wow! How I wish I could have gone to a school like Rivendell! I was not impressed or amused overall with my public school experience and think I would have done much better in a place like this. While I don't have children I would highly recommend this place to friends that have children that are about to start school. I think they could greatly benefit from it. I also will be keeping tabs on the school's events and would love to continue to support this place! There really, really needs to be more schools like this!

Both of my children attend or attend here. The teachers are wonderful, caring, and highly…read morequalified. The curriculum allows students to progress at their own pace. The low teacher/student ratio provides a wealth of time for individual instruction in literacy, math, foreign language, science, and social studies. The school has a tight-knit community that fosters a life-long love of learning,, a trait that is more than worth the cost of tuition.

This licensed in-home preschool is fantastic! By using a mix of Reggio, Waldorf, and Montessori…read moreprinciples, Kelly has combined her University and real world training to create an environment scientifically proven to cater to how 3-6 year olds learn best. These early years are more critical to a person's brain development than any other time in their life, so picking the best possible preschool I could afford was important to me. This is the best bang for the buck in town! My children both thrived here. Kelly respects each child and really listens to them. She asks leading questions to empower them to explore and make their own discoveries. Because of small class sizes and her dedication to quality, she can update the daily provocations based on the children's interests and individual progress. She takes pictures daily, so you'll know what your kiddo is working on. Kidtooia is environmentally friendly and uses open-ended toys. I also admired the kind but firm way socio-emotional growth is nurtured here. Go in for the free tour, and your child won't want to leave. :)

From the owner: Kidtopia incorporates a unique blend of Reggio, Waldorf and Montessori principles. We view…read morechildren as competent, curious, and full of potential. The children take the lead in this program, as they propose ideas, make choices, develop and test hypotheses. The teacher closely observes and listens, asks leading questions, and helps to further that exploration. Our approach is cooperative and conversational. This is a half day program, for children between 3 and 6 years of age.

We love this little school! Our 2 year old started attending this fall and we are all loving the…read moreexperience!! After less than 1 week of drop offs with tears, he walks into class confidently with a big grin everyday. I can tell that he feels securely attached to his teachers, and feels safe in the environment. What a great feeling as a parent! While I'm at work he is learning how to grind cinnamon, water plants and count - it's the perfect place for him to be. Our whole family is grateful for the community, and we feel very supported by the teachers. His toddler teachers are wonderful, and really pour love and guidance into the kids.

Please fully educate yourself on this particular institution before sending your child here. There…read moreis a huge teacher turn-over without letting parents know. Children are taken off school premises and parents are not notified until after the fact. Very cold atmosphere. School does NOT allow parents to drop-by unless an appointment is made prior. Our experience with Montessori was AMAZING before we moved to Colorado. This school has been reported to Larimer County Child Social Services in the past. I highly recommend that if you are looking for a pre-school, stay away from this one.

This preschool has been and continues to be an INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE for my son. My son is…read moreextremely active and the staff at Loveland Montessori have helped him direct his energy toward positive learning. He absolutely loves the staff and we have seen a major change in not only his preparedness for kindergarten--in terms of academics, maturity, and social interaction--but also in the way he behaves and interacts at home. He is definitely learning to be an independent young learner and the environment at the school values his curious, adventurous nature. I am so grateful we discovered this great school. We are even planning to enroll our other child in their "tot" program!

We've had two kiddos in this school from toddler through Kindergarten. The teachers are amazing,…read morethe socio-emotional skills they develop and the relationships they foster are top-notch. I'd recommend this place to anyone looking for quality childcare in Greeley.

Exceptional school. Very responsive to all my questions and I had an easy experience enrolling my…read moreson in the toddler room. The Montessori method makes all the difference. My 2 year old has learned so much! I am so thankful that he is able to be in school and have the socialization with other children his age.