Summary

Contact Info

Bluebonnet Montessori (Lakeway)
15099 Debba Dr.
Austin , TX 78734
Tel: (512) 266-6626

General Approach to Learning

Play-based

Play-based with some structure

Predominantly teacher-led instruction

Montessori

Waldorf

Co-op

Reggio-Emilia

Application Information

Applications accepted

Upon birth

Wait list

Yes

Deadline for applications

Rolling

Key Statistics

Age cutoff for enrollment

3 years

Extended day

Yes

Parent Ratings

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

Quality of teaching

Development of social skills and work habits

Home-school connection

Parent community

Discipline

Facilities

Health

Safety

Handling of separation

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed: 2

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (3.3)

Building, bathrooms, hallway

Classroom equipment and furniture

Outside play equipment

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
This school is very aware of each child's uniqueness and independence. They really try to make each child feel special and to encourage their strengths. They are very supportive, and you can tell that they really care about your child.

School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

Our ultimate goal is to provide the best environment for the free and natural development of each unique individual! We have a profound respect for each child ! You will notice that we do not call our youngest students toddlers for toddling is not the most important thing they do! This is the most important part of a human's life. The most recent brain development research has proven what Maria Montessori scientifically observed more than 90 years ago. This is the time when children are absorbing knowledge from their environment (where the environment consists of the physical environment and the mental, emotional environment - the communication with other human beings - adults and children). It is the time of absorbing and discovering. Discovering their own self and the beautiful world around!

We will be calling our youngest students the discoverers!

We will join our discoverers in their journey of discovery and do some discovering of our own. For each individual for us is an unknown entity! Through scientific observation we discover who each child is and prepare the environment and the activities for each one to allow the natural drive for intellectual, mental and social growth to bring the joy of discovery!

Bluebonnet Montessori is a community
of people dedicated
to the creation of
the nurturing environment
which will ultimately provide children with:
Education for Life
Joy of Discovery
Love of Learning
Universal Values
Independence for Life

Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

Director has not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source

Curriculum & Teaching Approach

General Approach to Learning

Play-based

Play-based with some structure

Predominantly teacher-led instruction

Montessori

Waldorf

Co-op

Reggio-Emilia

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (4.0)

This school has increased my child's:

Ability to listen and follow directions

Ability to sit still for longer periods of time

Ability to be a part of a group of children

Self-sufficiency and independence

Awareness of others’ feelings

Cooperation with other children

Curriculum and Teaching Approach


Language					-
Oral language	-	-	-	-	n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs	-	-	-	-	n/a
Storybook reading	-	-	-	-	n/a
Emerging literacy skills	-	-	-	-	n/a

Cognitive Development					n/a
Math and number sense	-		-	-	-
Time & space	-	-	-	-	-
Sci. reasoning/physical world	-	-	-	-	-
Music	-	-	-	-	-

Visual arts	-	-	-	-	-
Physical activity	-	-	-	-	-

Other subjects taught					n/a

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
This is a Montessori preschool, so the teachers follow each child's lead and work towards that child's strengths.

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (4.6)

Full of energy and seemingly happy in job

Patient and affectionate with children

Talks with children and listens carefully when they are talking with him/her

Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior

Provides feedback on what my child does during the day

Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate

Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses

If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (3.4)

Conducts an open house at start of school year

Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year

Conducts regular parent teacher conferences

Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year

Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year

Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools

Separation

OVERALL RATING (3.0)

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (3.5)

Parents:

- Fundraise

- Hold social events outside of the school (with and/or without children)

- Encourage play dates out of school

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Phone Calls

- Voice Mail

- Email

- Special Meetings

- Two or More Regular Conferences

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (5.0)
Parents' Opinions
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

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.7)

Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable

Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided

Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly

Safety

OVERALL RATING (5.0)

Screen and identify all visitors

Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition

Ages	Class Size	Days	Tuition
From 3 years to 6 years			$7100/Year
From 3 years to 6 years			$6100/Year

Extended Care

- This school does have extended care

Application & Admissions

Application Process

Applications are accepted: Upon birth

There is a wait list for upcoming school year.

Deadline for applications: Rolling

Application fee: $0

Admissions Process

Acceptance criteria: Selective based on we consider age, gender, and previous experience when enrolling children.

Age/Child Requirements

Child must be 3 years to enroll.

Kindergarten Placement & Tips

Kindergarten Placement

Kindergartens that preschoolers from this school are now attending

Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.

Parents' Admission Tips

Advice from Parents to Prospective Parents on Admissions

Parent #1
Putting them on the waiting list well in advance.