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Seattle, WA
Discovery Montessori School

Four And Half Stars

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

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neighborhood: Queen Anne/Magnolia ·  Telephone: (206) 282-3848  · Website: www.discoverymontessorischool.org

Basic Stats

Total enrollment 43
Student/teacher ratio 9:1
Established 1983
Average tenure for teachers 5 yrs.
% of teachers with:
- Bachelors 50%
- Masters 15%
- Teaching credentials 100%
- CPR 100%
- First aid 100%

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Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.4) Four Stars
Building, bathrooms, hallway Four Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Four And Half Stars
Outside play equipment Four Stars

source:This information was provided by parents

Transportation and Drop-off Policies

Transportation

- Parents bring their children to and from school

- Located close to public transportation

Dropoff Procedure

- Parents walk their child into the classroom

- 8:45 AM is the earliest time a parent can drop off a child

Late Pickup Policy: Call if late / Fees after 15 minutes if no notice.

source: This information was provided by the director

Features of the Preschool

Provide a third year

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Yes
Provide a kindergarten and elementary school program No
Affiliated with a religious institution No
Some experience serving children with special needs

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Yes

source: This information was provided by the director

Facilities Include:

Classrooms (with bathroom attached)
Classrooms (with kitchenette attached)
Music room
Art room
Library
Three classrooms with integrated curriculum includes arts and practical life. Restrooms are common to 3 classes. Public Library is across the street. Check Mark
Playground

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Check Mark

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Accreditation, Membership & Awards

Accreditation by the National Association of Young Children No

Other Memberships

Pacific Northwest Montessori Assoc. & North American Montessosri Teachers' Assoc

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Director's Comments

Question to director: Do you have any additional thoughts on what parents should consider when looking at your school? Is there any advice that you would like to provide to prospective parents?


Discovery Montessori is based in this community since 1983. The school experience is introduced as an extension of home life. This is reinforced with home visits by teachers, parent volunteer activities and events, as well as a newsletter and parent meetings.

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
School is excellent. Wonderful teachers - skilled and caring. Fantastic classrooms and materials...plus evolving enrichment programs (such as music, language, dance). We've been part of the school for over 2 years - we feel lucky our son is there.

Parent #2
I love this school. It's an extremely nurturing environment for both of my kids. My son has had some typical boy issues, mainly with focus and the ability to want to work vs. play, and the staff have been extremely patient, encouraging, and have helped him to develop his love of learning. The community continues to get stronger each year. Great place to have your kids.

Parent #3
This is a great school! Great teachers, great atmosphere. The LONGEST session is from 8:45-3:15pm.
NOTE: They following the same school breaks at the Seattle Public School, however, so you have to plan for backup childcare or take your vacations then. You pay monthly regardless of school breaks.

Parent #4
Strengthes: Supportive, kid-centered philosphy, very experienced principle and teachers, strong community of families, positive discipline with a focus on developing independence, nice kids, excellent music program Weaknesses: This is not an accelerated curriculum, though there is individual attention to children's own levels. If you want to push early true academics at the expense of movement and play, that is not the focus.

Parent #5
When the kids leave the school, they have an incredible ability to focus, follow directions and are excited about learning. Most are very ready for Kindergarten.

Parent #6
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