Culver City , CA
Montessori Academy of Culver City

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (3.8)

Parents at this school, on average, believe that conflicts between children:
...are handled well in a way that gives me confidence in the safety of my child

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Director's Description to School's Approach to Discipline

'The Montessori discipline is an 'inner discipline.' The child develops control over his own behavior through his work with the Montessori materials. Dr. Montessori noted that so many so called discipline problems occur when children were really frustrated by lack of proper, constructive and intellectual stimulation. When a child's intellectual and creative energies are utilized in a constructive manner there is no energy left over for deviate behavior.' -- Extracted from the Montessori Academy of Culver City website

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.0)
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided
Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly

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Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.5)
Screen and identify all visitors
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others

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