Discovery Montessori School - Seattle, WA

  • Neighborhood: Queen Anne/Magnolia
  • Telephone: (206) 282-3848
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Basic Stats

Total enrollment 43
Student/teacher ratio 7:1
Established 1983
Average tenure for teachers 5 yrs.

% of teachers with:

- Bachelors 60%
- Masters 15%
- Teaching credentials 50%
- CPR 100%
- First aid 100%
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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.

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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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Features of the Preschool

Provide a third year More > Yes
Provide a kindergarten and elementary school program No
Affiliated with a religious institution No
Some experience serving children with special needs More > Yes
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Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.2) Four Stars

Building, bathrooms, hallway Four Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Four Stars
Outside play equipment Four Stars
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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
Playground More > Check
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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.

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