Thoughts from Montessori Parents about the Elementary School Program

My Child has grown in both academics and social skills, we appreciate the educational philosophy and how it is executed.

We love the teachers, support staff and the sense of "family" at the school.

At MCDS, we have found a teaching philosophy which mirrors our personal parenting style of challenging our children at their own individual levels while providing individual attention. MCDS' elementary program continually provides our older daughter with an engaging environment, supporting the expansion of her free-thinking ability while upholding personal accountability.

My Children love coming to school.

Our deep appreciation for the Montessori method, and for MCDS in particular, has become more acutely developed as our younger son has progressed through the elementary school program. This child is our “alternative learner”, one who has significant strengths but also some challenges that might hinder his progress in a traditional public school classroom. Through patient and dedicated focus on his learning style, positive reinforcement of his strengths, and the commitment the MCDS staff makes to the Montessori child-centered curriculum, our son is succeeding both academically and socially with a wonderful group of friends. While many schools struggle with the diversity of a student body, MCDS celebrates it and leverages its diversity to the benefit of all students. We are grateful indeed for the MCDS “Big Tent”.

Our children are thriving at MCDS. They are both challenged with new concepts and confident in their individual abilities to master many skills and subjects. Just as important as their academic growth, they learn values of respect for all people in a supportive community. Teachers, students, staff, and parents are all part of the Montessori family.

One reason my family has chosen MCDS, as opposed to public school, is the small class size and individual attention given to each student. I feel the faculty embraces the whole child, both strengths and weaknesses, and works to help the student become successful both academically and socially.