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Jacksonville Beach, FL
Montessori Tides
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Telephone: (904) 241-1139 · Website: www.montessoritides.com
Contact Info
Montessori Tides
533 2nd North
Jacksonville Beach, FL
32250
http://www.montessoritides.com
Tel:
(904) 241-1139
Director:
Kathy Graham, director and owner.
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School Philosophy and Mission
"The Montessori method of instruction is available through six levels: 0-3, 3-6, 6-9, 9-12, 12-15, and 15-18. This unique pedagogical philosophy set out almost 100 years ago by Dr. Maria Montessori ai...
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Ages, Class Size, days & Tuition
| Ages | From
1 years
6 months
to 3 years |
| Days: | 5 day(s) a week 8:45 am- 11:45 am |
| Tuition: | $5,900/Year |
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Key Statistics
| Extended day | Yes |
| Age cutoff for enrollment | 1 years and 6 months |
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Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
"8:00 AM - 8:45 AM (Toddler)
7:45 AM - 8:30 AM (Primary)
7:45 AM - 8:00 AM (Elementary)
Montessori Tides provides after school care for parents who need additional childcare.
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Application Information
| Applications accepted | Because our philosophy includes promoting a better understanding of montessori, we strongly encourage parents to observe our school. observations of the classrooms begin after the first six to eight weeks of school. if you wish to make an appointment, please call the school office. observation days are tuesday and thursday. a parent classroom observation and meeting with the director/administrator to answer questions and discuss the child's readiness for school is also required. children with special needs may require assessment or testing (at the parents' expense) to make an admissions decision. in addition, elementary children require a teacher-child interview (including prior school records review, if available) to determine developmental and performance level, and a child visit for a day to the classroom to orient the child to the program. pre-admission requirements: 1. toddler program: the child is at least 18 months old by september 1. the child is not more than 36 months by september 1. the child is showing signs of growing independence and a need for separateness. 2. primary program: the child is at least 2 years and 9 months by september 1. the child is not more than 6 years by september 1. the child is fully toilet-trained and mature enough to benefit from the primary environment. 3. elementary i: the child is at least 5 years and 9 months by september 1. the child is not more than 9 years by september 1. the child is mature enough to take on a longer school day and the responsibilities of the elementary classroom. 4. elementary ii: the child is at least 8 years and 9 months by september 1. the child is not more than 12 years by september 1. the child has had prior experience in elementary i. |
| Application Information | $150.00 |
| Acceptance criteria: | Admission is open to all children without regard to race, color, religion, or national origin. Placement is available throughout the school year depending on the current enrollment and the child's readiness. Children are accepted on a first-come, first serve basis. However, preference is given, in order or priority to: 1. students returning to Montessori Tides School 2. sibilings of students returning to Montessori Tides 3. siblings of former Montessori Tides School students 4. Montessori transfer students 5. other applicants |
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