A Heartfelt Thank You to Ms. Elena Morales and Smaller Scholars Montessori Academy !…read more Our son has been at the school since he was just 18 months old, and this place has truly become a second home for our family. As he now prepares to start elementary here, we reflect with deep gratitude on the impact Ms. Elena has had on his journey. Ms. Elena's dedication, warmth, and the thoughtful application of Montessori principles have been transformational. Thanks to her care and guidance, our son is not only well-prepared to start Elementary but he has also grown into a more confident, independent, and kind-hearted little boy. She has nurtured his curiosity, encouraged his growth, and helped shape the values he will carry with him into this next chapter. Thank you Smaller Scholars for everything you've done for our son and to Ms Elena for all the children lucky enough to be in your classroom. -- The Iannone Family

Great school and great community! We love the school and our daughter has flourished here. Any…read morequestions or concerns are always addressed immediately. I love that all the teachers know all the students name in the school regardless if they are in that class or not. Couldn't be happier with our decision to send our toddler here!

The teaching quality is inconsistent, this makes it hard to stay motivated, especially when you're…read morenot getting the support you need. On top of that, the school seems to prioritize appearances over actually improving the student experience.

I went here and have a niece here. But I DO NOT appreciate Skyler in ACE. She and I had issues. And…read moreI do not agree with her side eyed, smirk, giggle to me. If she treats a grown woman like that then how does she treat my niece AND the rest of the kids. NOT OK!

Not a good school. Not even a safe one. Bullying is normalized and an everyday occurrence. My kid…read morewas hit, kicked, pushed, shoved etc on a weekly and sometimes a daily basis. Teachers would do this as well (bullying). My son was bullied by a teacher repeatedly. Admin would rarely respond, and if they did it was to find a way to blame the victims of bullying. I am not alone in this, as I met other parents who felt the same. Based on our experience - we would not recommend going to a school, where your child is not safe.

This is the WORST school your child could ever be inscribed into not only are the staff almost like…read moreghost because they never respond but also the fighting and bull in this school is horrible.

I am writing this review to encourage parents to carefully consider their options and make an…read moreinformed decision when choosing this school. I can only speak to my personal experience. I moved to Texas in February and enrolled my daughter in this public school after missing the private school enrollment deadline. We previously lived in Florida, and I believed that attending this school for one year would be manageable. Unfortunately, the experience has been extremely disappointing from the beginning. The enrollment process was disorganized and redundant. Although all documentation was submitted online, I was still required to bring physical copies. Communication was lacking, as there were no clear instructions regarding where to go upon arrival. We had to walk around the campus trying to locate the enrollment office. "Meet the Teacher" day was equally chaotic. There was no clear communication, and the event itself was poorly organized. When we finally located my daughter's classroom, I learned that the teacher had 29 students and no teacher's aide. As a former kindergarten teacher, I know this class size is not appropriate. Approximately two months later, I received a letter from the state indicating that Texas requires a 22:1 student-to-teacher ratio and that the school was out of compliance and requesting an extension. The first day of school was alarming. There were very few staff members present and no clear directions for where children were supposed to go. At dismissal, my husband arrived to pick up our daughter, and the school was unable to locate her for nearly 30 minutes. Staff had no idea where she was. I was at work and ultimately used an AirTag in her backpack to confirm she was still inside the school. She was eventually found hysterical, as there was no staff directing kindergarten students during dismissal. On her very first day, children were simply expected to know where to go. Dismissal procedures continue to be a major safety concern. Children are allowed to walk out unsupervised. This creates a serious risk, as a child could easily be taken without notice. Students wear color-coded cards, but all parents receive the same white card, making it difficult to identify which grade level is being released. I have personally observed a teacher leave approximately ten kindergarten students unattended. I have also witnessed staff members who were not actively supervising students. In one instance, I watched a child get pushed off a 6-8 foot platform and lie on the ground for several minutes while the supervising adult remained on their phone and did not intervene. Additionally, backpacks are frequently left outside for days at a time without being secured. My daughter has also experienced bullying. She is mixed race (Irish and Indian) and has been subjected to verbal harassment, having her clothes written on, and physical aggression. I have raised these concerns multiple times with her teacher and emailed the principal, but no action has been taken. As a result, I have had to instruct my daughter to defend herself. Communication from the teacher has been consistently inadequate. Items are sent home without instructions, with the expectation that parents will simply know how to support the material. I am a highly involved parent and make every effort to reinforce learning at home, but without guidance this has been difficult. I emailed the teacher six times asking for clarification regarding a book sent home and received no response until the parent-teacher conference, where I brought the book with me. The teacher acknowledged seeing the emails and stated she sent the book "just in case" I wanted it, without providing any educational purpose or instructions. The curriculum itself is also weak and below what I would expect for a kindergarten program. The final issue involved speech services. My daughter previously received speech therapy at her former school, which I paid for out of pocket, as it was not part of an IEP. I submitted all relevant documentation four months ago and worked with the school to continue support. I later learned that the staff member handling the process went on leave without notifying us. During a scheduled meeting, there was confusion about whether it was virtual or in person. At the meeting, the principal asked how I knew my daughter needed speech therapy and had not reviewed the documentation I submitted until that moment. I explained my daughter's challenges with pronouns and sentence structure. Her teacher stated she had not noticed any issues. I expressed concern that with nearly 30 students, it would be difficult to identify these needs. Ultimately, I was told the school would not provide services. After waiting four months, this decision was communicated, wasting valuable time when I could have continued services privately. Despite my willingness to pay, I was told it was unnecessary, which I strongly disagreed with. Would not recommend

My son started Kindergarten this year, during a pandemic, and this school has been so great at…read moretrying to navigate the situation for the children. They use enhanced safety measures and provided both virtual and in class options. The staff cooperates and coordinates so well together for drop off and pick up. They take time to say "good morning" to each student. Our teacher, Ms. Wren, is amazingly dedicated. My son has been genuinely learning, despite the pandemic. Finally, the PTA, too, is down to Earth and works well with the school, which is an added bonus!

We got to be a part of Westside Montessori School for a year and a half. I wish we'd had more time!…read moreIt is such a warm and caring school. We're so thankful we found the school when we had a real need and our daughter was welcomed in. The Upper El teachers are incredibly kind, patient, and truly get to know each child as an individual. There's a nice balance between structure and freedom, allowing students to explore and learn at their own pace. The teachers gently guiding them with respect and encouragement. When we had opportunity the observe the classroom we always saw students focused and enjoying their lessons. We also appreciated the sense of community the school offered--it feels like a second home. There are lots of special gatherings and fun events. It's clear that the teachers and administration genuinely love what they do. Our daughter felt safe and comfortable at Westside, she gained not only academic skills but grew in confidence, responsibility, and leadership. We highly recommend Westside Montessori School!

We've been a part of Westside Montessori for 5 years and we have always loved the school and…read moreteachers. My children have been taught to be well rounded, respectful and independent. It has brought pride and joy to our home to be able to say our children attend this school!

Best school for grand daughter so far. Really like it. Christmas program was fantastic. Check it…read moreout.

Our children attended The Branch School for many years. It was a wonderful experience. They…read morereceived a top notch education.. They teach respect for others, peace making, compassion, team work, as well a love for learning. We could not have found a better school for them.

Absolutely love this school. Ms. Shae runs this school like a well oiled machine…read more It is always clean, the staff is friendly and they handle your child as if it were their own. We get super prompt responses to inquiries and the convenience of the location is unmatched. If you are looking for a quality daycare that provides tons of activities, dedication, cleanliness and organization, this TLE is for you. Kiana, who is usually at the front desk, is VERY resourceful and helpful. She knows the process and procedures like the back of her hand. She is very professional and takes pride in her job. Keep up the good work!

The Learning Experience Eldridge has been a true extension of our community. From directors to…read moreteachers with support staff they truly do provide care, education, and a safe environment for children of all ages. Additionally, they are responsive, informative of concerns, host events (for total family), and or upcoming changes with fair notice. As parents selecting the appropriate child care is critical and I would recommend TLE Eldridge to any parents in the area.

! Thats all i got to say when i saw the tuition?!? Did not sit around long enough to wait for…read moreanything else....

If your family doesn't have a legacy at this school, don't waste your time applying. When some of…read morethe school own faculty says that your kid has a better resume than 95% of the kids in the school and they don't get in, there is something wrong here. They denied my first kid in 2016 and now in 2025. It's a very exclusive country club for the elites. I'm sure the reputation is widely known through out Houston, but no one says anything about it and I'm sure many people share your feelings regarding legacy admissions and its woke culture.