Seattle, WA
Discovery Montessori School

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (4.9)

Parents at this school, on average, believe that conflicts between children:
...are handled extraordinarily well in a way that not only gives me confidence in the safety of my child but also reassures me that my child (and his/her peers) are learning the early skills needed to socialize effectively with one another

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Director's Description to School's Approach to Discipline

Self-Discipline is a guiding principle. The Child is motivated to succeed and to do the right thing. The community atmosphere is conducive to friendly lessons in good behavior and making choices to benefit others. Parent-Teacher communication supports success.

Director's Response to a Sample Discipline Scenario

Description of how teachers handle the following scenario: Child A and Child B are good friends and usually play together. One day, Child A decides to play with Child C and tells Child B, 'I don't want to play with you today. I'm playing with Child C instead.'


This free association is accepted and children learn that it is safe to make choices. This choice is usually varied from one activity to another and does not imply that a child would only play with one other child for the day.
Also, any child can ask to watch or join in an activity and it is the option of the child who is responsible for the activity to allow other children to watch or help.

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parent #1
Discovery Montessori has been very supportive of our family through developmental stages and health issues. They are always positive about my child.

Parent #2
The school has an enclosed play area with a variety of structures and a garden.

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.9)
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided More >
Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly

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Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.7)
Screen and identify all visitors More >
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others

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