"When our son started preschool at another location, he had just turned three. In that first month he really struggled with separation anxiety. We were quickly told that perhaps he was simply not ready, and that we were welcome to try again in a few months. Rather than waiting however, we thought we would try another school to see if perhaps a better fit would be the solution. There are so many decisions you make as a caretaker, often wondering what the best course would have or should have been. This was not one of them. The change in our son has been truly transformative. This is not to say that he immediately overcame his separation anxiety. But, within a few weeks it had subsided substantially and a more confident, independent child emerged. I believe this was because Edmonds Montessori really took the time to get to know him as an individual. They do not take a one size fits all approach. Rather, they meet each child where they are and provide the space and support for them to feel safe, grow and develop. We're now in our final year with Edmonds Montessori and will be so sad to see this time end. But, we also know that our son will head off to kindergarten next year ready, thanks to the incredible skills, tools and relationships he has developed during his time at Edmonds Montessori."
"Both of our children attended Edmonds Montessori Preschool. My daughter thrived with the social aspect of a multiage classroom and the freedom to choose what she wanted to accomplish each day. The following year my son, less social than my daughter, also thrived in the Montessori environment that enabled him to be in engaged in multiple and diverse table work activities and experiences. We recommend Edmonds Montessori as a great first start in education!"
"My child attended Edmonds Montessori for two years. I think picking Edmonds Montessori as her preschool was one of the best early education decisions I have ever made. Coming from a trilingual and multi cultural family such as ours, my daughter at first had a difficult time adjusting to a preschool environment but Christi and her wonderful, talented and caring staff made my daughter's transition so much easier. She became happier and looked forward to coming to class everyday. I would highly recommend Edmond's Montessori to anyone who is interested in getting personalized, caring and quality early childhood education at a very affordable price. "
~Elif Baskava
"My son was in Miss Ella and Miss Penny’s class for two years. We liked that the children had the freedom to choose which work to do with gentle guidance where needed, especially in the second year. We also liked that the children could choose when to have a snack instead of being told when. Given that young boys especially need to move around, the freedom of movement allowed in the class was great for our son instead of being told to sit still for three hours, or observe what other children were doing. Interacting and working with other children was also allowed and encouraged, which was a wonderful experience for our son, especially in a multi-age classroom where the older children gained experience in helping their younger classmates. Upon completion of the Edmonds Montessori program, Miss Ella felt that our son was well prepared for kindergarten, so we decided to enroll him in kindergarten. Despite being one of the youngest in his full-day kindergarten class, our son’s teacher feels that he was very kindergarten ready and currently his math and reading are above standard for the grade level and advancing well. His kindergarten teacher also said that he is very well behaved and that he respects school materials such as books. It used to be fun to see him taking care of his Montessori classroom (dusting, wiping, watering plants, etc.) through the one-way window from the hallway. We feel that the Edmonds Montessori program was a great learning experience for our son and a solid launching for his kindergarten experience."
~Chino Shaver
“I had 3 daughters attend
Edmonds Montessori, and it really
had a positive impact on all of
them. We used to attend a more
traditional preschool, and the
difference was staggering. The best
aspect of it was how Ms. Ella's
class had a gentle, natural flow. It
was a peaceful classroom, with
children engaged in all kinds of
activities that interested them. My
girls went to kindergarten knowing
how to write well and we're
definitely ahead of their peers.
Best of all, they say preschool was
one of their happiest times! We
are so grateful to Ms. Ella and
Edmonds Montessori.”
~Karie Dostert
“I am so
pleased that I picked Edmonds
Montessori for my son. Mrs. Ella and
Mrs. Penny are both warm,
thoughtful, and extremely
knowledgeable about early childhood
education. My son thrived in their
class. He has learned so many things
to prepare him for kindergarten. I
would recommend this school to any
parent.”
~Vanessa
