Summary

Contact Info

Brush Creek Montessori
1569 Brush Creek Road
Santa Rosa , CA 95404
www.bcmontessori.org

Tel: (707) 539-7980

Key Statistics

Extended day

No

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: 1

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Transportation and Drop-off Policies

Transportation

- Parents bring their children to and from school

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.3)

Building, bathrooms, hallway

Classroom equipment and furniture

Outside play equipment

Facilities Include:

Classrooms (with bathroom attached)

Classrooms (with kitchenette attached)

Music room

Art room

Library

Playground

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
We have 2 children attending this school. It has been an amazing fit for our children and our family. The staff is well qualified; the Director of the school is passionate about Montessori education. The school spans preschool to middle school, meeting each student where they are. In addition to the normal Montessori curriculum, students benefit from specialized classes in art, music, drama, Spanish and science. Children in the elementary program historically test higher than their grade level on standardized tests. The students are not only engaged in child-initiated learning from a very early age, they quickly become masters of conflict resolution and healthy community engagement. It's an amazing school.

School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

Director has not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source

Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

Director has not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source

Curriculum & Teaching Approach

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (5.0)

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					YES
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	-		-	-	YES
Time & space	-		-	-	YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world	-		-	-	-
Music	-		-	-	YES

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

Other subjects taught					n/a

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
As a Montessori school, the curriculum is an individualized approach to learning. Teachers give a lesson in each of your listed subjects, then allow the student to explore the subject, taking cues from the child as to when more information is needed.

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

Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
In addition to the Montessori cirriculum, both my preschool and elementary girls participate in Art and Spanish classes with specialized teachers. The Lower and Upper Elementary classrooms also benefits from a music, drama and science program. Without exception, each of these teachers is wonderful. Especially wonderful is the art program. The art teacher is truly gifted and seems to be able to inspire even the most reluctant participant.

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (4.3)

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 (5.0)

Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Pre-entry meetings with parents at school

Director's and Parents' Comments

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
As part of the Montessori philosophy, parents are not encouraged to drop into the classroom because the children are learning independance and self reliance. A parent's presence in the classroom counters this effort. We are, however, encouraged to check in with the teacher whenever there is a need. The teachers are wonderful at reporting how the day has gone and communicating any special areas of concern or milestones to be celebrated.

Drop-in Policy

- During school parents are not encouraged to drop-in

General Parent Education

-This preschool does not conduct parent education classes

-This preschool does connect parents with services and activities that can help you help your child develop better at home

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (5.0)

Parents:

- Sit on the board of trustees

- Hold social events at the school to build community

- Fundraise

- Go on field trips

- Volunteer in the classroom

- Receive newsletters

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

- Encourage play dates out of school

- Shares information on matter related to our children (e.g. babysitter lists, pediatricians, extracurriculuar classes, etc.)

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- 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

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
The school is located on almost 3 acres of property. There is lots of room to run outside.

Health

OVERALL RATING (5.0)

Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable

Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided

Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly

Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.5)

Screen and identify all visitors

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

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Extended Care

- This school does not have extended care

Application & Admissions

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

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
No. They met my child, she visited the classroom for an hour and she was accepted.