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Oakland, CA
Growing Light Montessori School
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neighborhood: Dimond / Laurel · Telephone: (510) 336-9897 · Website: www.growinglight.net
Kindergartens that preschoolers from this school are now attending
Head Royce School, Redwood Day, Redwood Elementary, Park Day School, French American School in Berkeley, Joaquin Miller Elementary
Advice from Parents to Prospective Parents on Admissions
Parent #1
Timing was everything!
Parent #2
I was very honest and open with the Director about what I felt would be important for my son and for our family.
Parent #3
On-going visits with the staff and principal.
Parent #4
I applied early (October), and called the very friendly administration a few times to inquire about our application.
Parent #5
I viewed the school, asked the director if she had space for my daughter-she said yes. I gave her my deposit and was finished. I didn't feel I needed to submit an application to many schools to be told by directors that I needed to wait and see. The director is very honest.
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