Would not recommend this school to anyone. And strongly urge anyone considering this school to do…read moreyour research first as they do not follow the standard Montessori teaching practice at all. Staff are not licensed educators, and instead only certified which they received from a quick online course. Classrooms are chaotic, lack structure and guidance and lack any form of teaching. On numerous occasions when picking up my child, I found them wet, cold and being neglected leading to pneumonia. When contacting the school to discuss concerns I encountered directors and staff that were dismissive, would down play my concerns and who were defensive. My experience was both disheartening, and unsettling. Following investigation into this facility I learned that they are NOT a registered school as lead to believe but instead is licensed under a child card day care facility which in my experience is very much how they operate.

Little Friends Montessori has been such a gift to our family. We have been attending for four…read moreyears. I have a child with special need and from the very first day, the staff made us feel completely welcomed, supported, and seen. You can tell they truly care about every child who walks through the door--not just as students, but as little people with their own personalities, strengths, and needs. The teachers are incredibly patient, nurturing, and intentional. They meet kids exactly where they are and help them grow confidently at their own pace. My child comes home excited, proud, and full of stories about what they learned or explored that day--everything from practical life skills to creative projects and hands-on activities. What I appreciate most is the genuine warmth of the community. It feels like an extension of home. They communicate clearly, celebrate milestones big and small, and create an environment where kids feel safe, loved, and encouraged. If you're looking for a place where your child will be understood, supported, and inspired every single day, I can't recommend Little Friends Montessori enough. They've truly made a difference in our lives.

I went to Outlook Christian School for my junior and senior year of high school. It was an amazing…read moreexperience. The teachers are supportive, and are always willing to go the extra mile to help the students learn and grow. At Outlook, the parents are always filled in on what is happening with their student. The kids learn how to grow in their faith, but also as a family. They have art classes, wood working, basketball, VBS in the summertime, and days where the kids get to press their own apple cider. The list of activities goes on, and the love that is there at OCS is endless. They are accepting, and only wanting the best for each of the students. (For the high schoolers, there is a prom as well! Last year, they rented a limo, we ate at the rooftop of Basil and Board, did an escape room, and then took pictures on the bridge in downtown Salem).

My children and I both loved Outlook. The curriculum is rigorous and the teachers are very…read morequalified. We are very thankful for our time at Outlook.

This place is a not a true Montessori school. Teachers are poorly trained if at all, children are…read moredisrespectful and out of control. Overpriced daycare maybe but not a school.

I can't recommend this school enough. My daughter started at MDC when she was 3.5 (she's 5 now) and…read moreit has been a wonderful place for her. She's always been very quiet and reserved with people so starting school was a hard transition for her but I'm grateful we had MDC. Every step of the way her teachers were nurturing and encouraging, creating an environment where she has thrived. Socially she is still reserved but she has grown immensely. She talks in front of her whole class on sharing days! This from a kid who literally wouldn't speak anyone for the first 6 months. Our family members always comment on how far she's come and how confident she is. If she hadn't been in an environment where she felt safe and allowed to explore things at her own pace I don't think we would have had the level of success we have had with her social issues. Her teachers are extraordinary and she adores them. I have experience with another popular preschool in town and the level of compassion and care from the teachers here at MDC is far above. Academically she's on point, if not ahead. She has a late birthday so, as of now, she's not in kindergarten yet but academically she is at the same level as her friends in Kindergarten at a S/K school out south. At MDC she began reading when she was 4 and now, at 5, she is reading compound words and even some long vowels! She knows all letter sounds, several blends, recognizes sight/cvc words, creates her own story books, writes numbers, counts to 100... but beyond that she's loving learning about other cultures, the world, and art. I'm always impressed by the work she comes home with and things she tells me that she has learned at school. I know she didn't learn that from mom & dad! We plan to continue her education here as long as we can.

I completed the class, and it was awesome. Chris was amazing!! All of them were great. It was very…read moreinformative and interactive. Thank you!!

Penny is an awesome teacher! Very thorough and friendly Will recommend to family, friends and…read moreco-workers.

My daughter has went here from 1st grade all the way through 8th grade. She absolutely loved it!…read moreThis is actually her last year here and she is already very sad to have to say goodbye. The teachers are wonderful, caring, and always look out for the kids. I have been notified promptly anytime there was an issue (example: my daughter tripped and fell and got cuts while outside at recess). No school is 110% perfect, every school has their flaws, but this school has always managed to pull together and do a great job! This is a lovely small country school, very family oriented. We couldn't recommend it enough! We'll definitely miss LVCS!

My son attended this charter school from 2013-2018.I pulled him at the end of this school year…read moreafter two serious injuries happened while under the care of the staff.The worst part was,I was not notified,as the staff didn't even notice his half shut black eye as he boarded the bus.Makes you wonder how professionals that are responsible for overseeing the basic safety of children in their care,didn't notice,as he passed by several staff members on his way to board the bus.Even more concerning is the lack of academics,and unconcerned staff members. The school boasts low student teacher ratio..you think a staff member would have been alert to notice serious injury during head count while boarding bus.Glad we are finished with this school.

Ballyntyne Learning farm is a favorite summer activity of ours. This camp embraces nature in a…read moretrue hands-on way. I knew my daughter had an amazing educational experience when she came home and began to elaborate on her learning. Kiely is an incredible teacher who has a true passion of early childhood education and the experience of nature and the learning that can come from it.

We love Ballyntyne Learning Farm. A very positive and welcoming place that offers so much fun and…read morelearning for children.

I've done a painting class and attended craft club. Both experiences were great! I had fun and got…read moreto create something that I loved.

Took a painting class at Vortex Pub and Eatery. Loved it! Great 2 hour+ social activity with the…read moreGal-Pals. The instructor was a hoot and she made it pretty much idiot proof... there were 30 non-artists and not one bad painting in the end - some versions were AMAZING! Highly reccommend! Note: arrive early and sit toward the middle so you can hear the instructor.

I like to school so much the teachers are really nice kind but some teachers get annoyingread more