Montessori School Villa

Excellent school with the current staff and director Mrs. Asche, we have been there since 2006 with our 3 children. However, WARNING, the Board of Directors is changing the current Director/​Head Teacher, so BEWARE. Ask lots of questions when you attend OPEN HOUSE or observation. They will not disclose this info to future parents.

Not sure why there are 2 separate listings for this school, but thought I’d add my review from the other one over here as well as add a bit now that our son is in first grade. Below is what I wrote when he was 2 months in:
We searched around and went to several Montessori schools. I was interested in a school that kept to the true concepts laid out by Maria Montessori. I was surprised at how many schools use the name but fail to use the methods or materials.
The teachers are all Montessori trained with years of experience which makes a big difference with Montessori methods. Our son started 2 months ago and already the teachers know him very well. I’m also impressed that they have taken the time to provide parent workshops so that parents can understand the methodology and materials.
**update now that our son is in first grade. I’m extremely happy with our choice. Our son’s kindergarten teacher had one more student from Villa as well as knew of another in another kindergarten and said she was amazed at how well kids come out of Villa. Academically advanced, well adjusted, and well behaved — she was curious to see the school to find out what leads to such a strong combination compared to some other schools.

Our first kid went to this school couple of years ago and now the second one is attending it. We zeroed in on this school after talking to many such schools. Firstly we wanted a Montessori since both our kids are fairly hyper and we wanted a system that would calm them down in a constructive and positive manner. Secondly we wanted a school which was very caring and provided individual attention. On both of those counts this school stood out.
This school has been great for both our kids and teachers are almost like family to us now. My older kid still remembers them very fondly and keeps in touch with them. Even my niece is now attending this school.
Overall this is a great school that helps kids develop in the right way in the formative years.

When deciding on a pre-​school for our daughter, we knew that we wanted to go the Montessori route. We evaluated several Montessori schools online and visited five schools in person. Villa was the first we visited and the one we ultimately chose.
It just felt right. The staff was wonderful. Each was committed to continuing the work of Maria Montessori and it was clear from talking to them that the program was firmly rooted in the Montessori tradition. They had all of the requisite tools for the children and the program was structured for the individual to explore and grow. Beyond the staff, the parents were heavily involved with the programs and dedicated to the school’s success. There is a true sense of community at Villa and everyone is there to support each other.
Our daughter attended for three years and transferred to first grade from the kindergarten program. She was ready emotionally, mentally, and socially. This program is committed to the success of the child and the teachers ensure no body is left behind. Our daughter is now doing extremely well in first grade. She has the inner confidence to help her tackle any obstacle presented her and I attribute a lot of this success to Villa. Our son will be ready for pre-​school this fall and we intend to send him to Villa.
I highly recommend this school and would be happy to discuss it with anyone that is interested.