Rutherford Montessori School

I give the highest recommendation for Rutherford Montessori School.  We came to RMS nearly 4 years ago after the daycare we were in was closing.  We had already moved our first child (who was under three) twice due to relocation and our second had just turned one.  We were besides ourselves.  We had looked at every other daycare in the vicinity and were not finding the right fit.  Almost as soon as I walked into RMS, I knew it was the right place.   Every room we walked into the teachers were happy and engaged with the children.  I knew it was a good sign that the teachers had working with Diane for many, many years (some over a decade!).   We immediately enrolled our kids.  The school takes such an individualized approach to each child. They coaxed along my shy tentative oldest and work to balance my headstrong second without ever crushing her spirit. Along the way, we had a third child who started in the infant room where she was given an incredible amount of love and attention.   My oldest is now in kindergarten and is thriving academically, socially, and emotionally.  Not only do the children learn all the appropriate academics, they are also taught to work collaboratively, support their friends, and take personal responsibility. We’ve had great experiences with each of the teachers.  We’ve experiences a true partnership with Diane and the teachers for which we are grateful.

I do not even know where to begin with how thrilled we are with Rutherford Montessori School. We moved our son here when he was 2, a few times a week, just expecting him to do better being apart from us and get to socialize. Instead, in addition to the social and emotional nurturing he received, the cognitive developments we have seen are off the charts. Our son is now 3, though a young 3, and excelling socially, physically, emotionally, and academically thanks to the well-rounded curriculum (yes, a curriculum at age 3!) and support he receives from RMS. I leave my son each morning not worrying about being apart from him because I know he is in the best possible care.

I couldn't be happier with my decision to enroll my children in Rutherford Montessori School. I can't say enough about the quality care and CLEANLINESS of this school! Ms. Diane is on top of everything, and although kids do/will spread germs, Ms. Diane keeps it contained. She constantly updates the parents about any issues and responds to concerns immediately!

I have two children that are currently in pre-k 4 and pre-k 2. I, proudly, am the definition of a helicopter mom lol. Nevertheless you could imagine how hard it was for me to let go. With that said, the warm loving teachers @ RMS helped me and my babies make the transition into school. Ms. Peggy has an amazing way about her, both my children were weary to start and she handled both introductions incredibly! My daughter took more time to adjust, she was getting herself so worked up that she literally made herself sick. By the 5th class she finally had a great day! Ms. Diane kept me informed about everything daily and was so kind to send me pictures to help put my mind at ease!

I absolutely love the curriculum at RMS! My son is learning Spanish, and actually retains the information to use it at home. He is always so proud to tell me what his job of the week is, who he worked with, how they dressed "Rosie" the smartboard calendar tool (which is his favorite topic lately). The Montessori program is wonderful at teaching children independence, my kids now ask "Mommy can I set the table? Mommy can I help clean up my toys? Mommy can I read 4 books tonight?" this shows me the incredible growth and development in my kids. I couldn't be more proud to be apart of the Rutherford Montessori School family!

My husband and I are so thankful that we found Rutherford Montessori. We are constantly blown away by how amazing the staff is. They are all so loving and truly care about the children.  Since the moment we walked in and did our tour with Ms. Diane, we knew that was the place for our daughter. She has been going since she is 4 months old and it is the best decision we've ever made.

I have 2 children who have attended Rutherford  Montessori school and 1 who is currently in the pre-k 3 program. After searching the area for a  preschool which not only offers a great educational program but also has loving and caring staff I found the Montessori school and have been with them ever since. The moment you walk through the doors you feel like your at home, everyone from the director to all of the caregivers are so welcoming and truly care about your child. I had a very hard time with the idea of leaving my babies, but the staff at Montessori put me at ease and I always left knowing my child was getting the best care and love daily. They also do so much for the children such as mothers/Father’s Day breakfasts, Halloween parade, a visit from the fire truck during fire safety week, and the most beautiful holiday show in December. Also my 2 older children who went through the program were more than prepared when they entered kindergarten, their teachers were so impressed by what they already knew when they started. Great education and so much love and care at the Rutherford Montessori school!

From the minute we came for our visit in the Toddler room, I knew that our son would be well cared for. This was cemented by the fact that he LOVED coming to school. I never had to cajole or bribe him in the morning as he was always so excited to go into each classroom he was lucky enough to be a part of.  Beyond the love he was shown, he learned an enormous amount. My husband and I were constantly amazed by the questions he asked and the knowledge he attained while at school. Even recently he has been asking us to give him simple addition questions and telling us, &#34;3 + 2 equals 5, right mommy? Ok now give me more numbers.&#34; He asks us when we are out and about and at home, &#34;what does that spell?&#34; Not only that but the independence he learned was amazing. He always cleans up after himself at home which I know is a direct result of what he has learned at school. The impact you all have had was never more apparent than during the lockdown. He asked us each morning, &#34;Am I going to school today?&#34; While I know he missed his friends, it was not them he spoke about when he talked about missing school, he talked about his teachers and wanting to see them. He couldn&#39;t wait to show them something he made or a toy he loved. Not his friends but his teachers. That speaks volumes to me about the environment you have all so lovingly curated. During our time at home he had no problem sitting at the table and doing his &#34;homework.&#34; He never fought me when I asked him to complete academic work. This is because of the curiosity instilled in him and the structure of learning that he experienced each day before we were on lockdown. As an educator I fully understand the correlation between teacher relationships and student achievement. When a student feels safe and cared for, they are able to learn. I know that the foundation you all have set for my son will ensure his success throughout his school years.

I couldn&#39;t be happier with my decision to enroll my children in Rutherford Montessori School. I can&#39;t say enough about the quality care and CLEANLINESS of this school! Ms. Diane is on top of everything, and although kids do/will spread germs, Ms. Diane keeps it contained. She constantly updates the parents about any issues and responds to concerns immediately! I have two children that are currently in pre-k 4 and pre-k 2. I, proudly, am the definition of a helicopter mom lol. Nevertheless you could imagine how hard it was for me to let go. With that said, the warm loving teachers @ RMS helped me and my babies make the transition into school. Ms. Peggy has an amazing way about her, both my children were weary to start and she handled both introductions incredibly! My daughter took more time to adjust, she was getting herself so worked up that she literally made herself sick. By the 5th class she finally had a great day! Ms. Diane kept me informed about everything daily and was so kind to send me pictures to put my mind at ease! I absolutely love the curriculum at RMS! My son is learning Spanish, and actually retains the information to use it at home. He is always so proud to tell me what his job of the week is, who he worked with, how they dressed &#34;Rosie&#34; the smartboard calendar tool (which is his favorite topic lately). The Montessori program is wonderful at teaching children independence, my kids now ask &#34;Mommy can I set the table? Mommy can I help clean up my toys? Mommy can I read 4 books tonight?&#34; this shows me the incredible growth and development in my kids. I couldn&#39;t be more proud to be apart of the Rutherford Montessori School family!

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