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Campbell, CA
San Jose Montessori

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents.

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Telephone: (408) 377-9888

• Summary
• General Info
• Curriculum &
  Teaching Approach
• Quality of
  Teaching
• Home/School
  Connection
• Discipline,
  Health & Safety
• Ages, Schedule
  & Tuition
• Application &
  Admissions
• Kindergarten
  Placement&Tips

General Approach to Learning

	Play-based
	Play-based with some structure
	Predominantly teacher-led instruction
	Montessori
	Waldorf
	Co-op
	Reggio-Emilia

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Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (5.0)
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions
Ability to sit still for longer periods of time
Ability to be a part of a group of children
Self-sufficiency and independence
Awareness of others’ feelings
Cooperation with other children

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Curriculum and Teaching Approach

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
SJM is a traditional Montessori school, and follows the philosophy of Maria Montessori. Classroom set-up, curriculum, etc. follows the Montessori format.

Parent #2
The Montessori approach to learning is multi-sensory, developmental and whole child oriented. Language, geography, math, music, art and independent life skills are a few of the subjects which are learned as children do their work. The general format is that a teacher demonstrates (teaches) activities (work) to children individually or in small groups. Then, children can do that work when they choose to and at their own pace. Not only are the teachers available to assist, but other older students can help mentor their peers as well. Free play outside is available during the day, though teachers provide fun opportunities for the children. Social and emotional development is modeled and supported by the teachers, but allowed to develop amongst the children.

Parent #3
This school follows the AMI Montessori philosophy with the children choosing activities and the teachers instruct in individual or small group settings.