Community Montessori School

More than two years in, our daughter loves CMS and so do we. After visiting more than a dozen schools in the area when we moved here, the CMS environment felt the most right for us (even if it is a bit more or a drive from home). But it is well worth it with a fantastic teaching and support staff, a deep commitment to Montessori education, and lots of space to roam and play = happy children. We're extremely grateful for all the hard work put in to re-open and keep everyone safe during the pandemic, which has allowed the children to continue to thrive and be together during a very challenging time.

We love CMS! We searched high and low for a school for our toddler. As with all parents, we wanted to find a caring teacher, a nurturing environment and a safe school. We were also looking for an environment that would allow our son to have an organic education and time in nature. We were SO lucky to find CMS. Upon touring the beautiful campus, you can see the school staff takes pride in the entire environment and all staff are so caring to the children.

Our 2 year old loves this school! He comes home happy and spouting off all of his classmates names and talking about the chickens.

My son has been attending CMS for 3 years now. It is a fantastic school and he has really thrived there! We plan to continue his education into elementary for many years at CMS. The grounds are beautiful and peaceful and I feel like it contributes to the learning environment. There is a big emphasis on nature which I love, and he still learns all the fundamentals to keep up with regular public schooling. I would definitely recommend this school.

Our child started at CMS when he was 16 months old. He is now 4 years old, and his development has been amazing, both mentally and socially. He is developing an inquisitive mind, and he is learning to seek knowledge independently. Socially, he plays well with different age groups, which is a direct reflection of the socialization he receives in the classroom. The campus is second to none. It's spacious, beautiful, and peaceful. Most telling of all, HE loves to go to school. We are beyond pleased with his experience there and intend to keep him enrolled through the elementary program.

If you're considering a Montessori School for your family, THIS is the place to be!  My son has been there for 2 years now after spending his kindergarten and 1st grade year in public school.  We decided to make the switch after his enthusiasm for life and learning disappeared. I finally convinced my husband to give us 1 year -- "just 1 year and we'll see if we notice a change.  If we notice an improvement...if he comes back to life, we'll stay.  If he remains unmotivated, then we'll move on."  Those were life changing words for us!  Within a few short months, and thanks to his AMAZING friends and teachers, we watched our son's renewed vigor for life gradually unfold.  We're here to stay and so very excited there's an upper elementary program on this side of town.   You will LOVE it here! The teachers, families and staff are committed and involved.  If you're curious about Montessori schools, just do like we did and take a tour :)

We love CMS! My now 5 year old transitioned a year and a half ago from another daycare and the teachers and administrators were attentive and nurturing while still modifying the curriculum for her needs (she was just starting to read). The administrator is transparent  and open to feedback. The other families that have been there for a while are also really supportive. CMS staff are way more flex… More

I have had an amazing experience at Community Montessori. Not only are my two children academically stimulated but they are emotionally and socially nurtured. The administrator is accessible and open to feedback which is important to me. My children are happy and feel loved and supported there. Our family has been there for over two plus years and I find it be a safe, loving, nurturing environmen… More

This school is under current investigation by EEC and DCF for physical abuse allegations, and a host of other violations. Please consider before sending your child.

This review is for the admission process. Our child was struggling with public virtual learning so we began researching private schools and we came across Montessori and loved the Philosophy so called two in the area (both AMI/USA member school) to see if it was possible to transition if the child was already in 3rd grade. &#34;Not a problem&#34; we were told, just cycle in on the next school year so that they begin in the next 3 year group. The first Montessori school, the process was simple: Zoom interview about 30 mins and if you like you can enroll since they have 2 openings available. Community Montessori School&#39;s admission is more complex. The process starts with in-person campus tour. My husband went because I just had a baby. We paid $100 non-refundable application fee. Also, we are asked to submit parents questionnaire, former teacher questionnaire (we homeschool so we had to contact previous teacher), her sample math and writing work. And Lastly, my daughter was scheduled for a campus visit. the campus visit was rescheduled because the teacher&#39;s questionnaire has to be submitted before the visit. we had it sorted with her previous teacher who was kind to help my daughter with her admission. My husband took day off work to sit outside while they &#34;evaluated&#34; our daughter.The visit includes campus tour, meeting the teacher, and easy math and writing test. Our daughter was excited to talk about the great stuff they have and the farm animals, so excited to be going back to school. Now decision came thru an email by the Admission Director. I quote &#34;..almost all of our currents students re-enrolled which leaves almost no room for new students. While {my daughter&#39;s name} is a bright girl who appears to be on level with math and writing, she does not have a Montessori experience and we worry she may struggle in an unstructured, self-directing setting. We have decided to go with another candidate who is coming from different Montessori school&#34;. and followed by recommendation to check out public charter schools in the area. The admission director did not even recommend other Montessori schools in the area. As a minority, I felt very discriminated. does that mean that our child is not fit for Montessori school? The other Montessori school we contacted didn&#39;t have a problem whether a child has Montessori background or not. and we were honest that we did not have Montessori background in the beginning of the admission process. When i received the email, I cried and felt heartbroken for my daughter. how am i going to tell her this?It took us few days to tell her. we just told her that they do not have available spot for new students and just left out the other details why. The hard part was to hear my child say &#34;maybe i did wrong in the interview&#34; &#34;did the teacher not like me?&#34; of course, choosing the candidate with Montessori background is the most convenient option. at the end of the day, this is just business and should not take it personally. I hope they review the admission process, especially the part when a child is invited to visit the school only to be rejected. the whole admission process took 3 months from the day i contacted them up to the final decision.

Our son has attended CMS since he was 8 weeks old. I signed him up for the Nido (infant room) when I was only 4 months pregnant with him, we knew we had gold. Now, at four and a half, we know without a doubt that the compassionate, loving, intelligent boy he is, is because of our partnership in raising him with CMS. Jeanette and her team in the Nido celebrated every milestone, and deeply loved our son and the rest of the babies in their care. Norma in Casita helped us navigate potty training and the &#34;2&#39;s&#34;, held our hands and offered so much warmth and advice when we needed it. Jody, in Children&#39;s House, is hands down the most talented educator I have ever met. Her intuition, patience, and true love for the Montessori method makes her the most stellar Guide you will have the pleasure of working with. It truly does take a village, and we&#39;ve been so blessed to have this school be a part of ours.

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