草榴社区

Garden Montessori School (Closed 2024)

204 Commerce Park Drive
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
previous
Garden Montessori School Photo #1
next
Garden Montessori School Photo #1
Garden Montessori School Photo #2 - Graduation 2019
Garden Montessori School Photo #3 - End of the year "Water Day."
Garden Montessori School Photo #4 - Hatching chicks in May.
Garden Montessori School Photo #5 - A visit from some puppies.
Garden Montessori School Photo #6 - Each child makes a quilt in their Kindergarten year. They use their skills in geometry, color matching and patterning. The entire process is a great lesson in perseverance and start to finish process.
Garden Montessori School Photo #7 - The Stanley Cup came to the Garden in 2016 after the Pittsburgh Penguins won. What an honor!
Garden Montessori School Photo #8 - Hatching chicks in May.
Garden Montessori School Photo #9 - The children LOVE "Water Day."
Garden Montessori School Photo #10 - Exploration in the garden and finding worms.
The Garden Montessori School is a child-centered, parent-inclusive school that provides a stimulating environment for Teachers and staff to respond to children's interests the Montessori method.
At the Garden we respect children's differences and encourage them to make appropriate choices thereby becoming self-directed in their learning in order to develop as responsible individuals and cooperative self motivated members of their community.
The Garden is staffed by certified Teachers, Aides and support staff.
Parents are encouraged to play an active role in the school.
Our school believes that education is a family concern. To foster consistency between the home and school, we offer parent education classes about Montessori education and philosophy.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Year Founded
1999
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
66 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Garden Montessori School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$ 5700 for AM Program M-F 8:30-11:30 $ 6500 for Pre-K 4 Program M & F 8:30-11:30 TWH-8:30-2:00 $6900 for Kindergarten M & F 8:30-11:30 TWH 8:30-3:00
Admissions Director
Sandra M. Durkin
Admissions Associate
Melissa Chapman

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Spanish

School Notes

  • The Garden Montessori School is a child-centered, parent-inclusive school that provides a stimulating environment for Teachers and staff to respond to children's interests using the Montessori method. At the Garden we respect children's differences and encourage them to make appropriate choices thereby becoming self-directed in their learning in order to develop as responsible individuals and cooperative self motivated members of their community. The children develop initiative and self confidence with planning and goal setting skills utilizing time management and organanizational skills. The Garden is staffed by certified Teachers, Aides and support staff. Parents are encouraged to play an active role in the school. Our school believes that education is a family concern. To foster consistency between the home and school, we offer parent education classes about Montessori education and philosophy.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Garden Montessori School cost?
Garden Montessori School's tuition is approximately $5,600 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Garden Montessori School?
The application deadline for Garden Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

Recent Articles

Social Emotional Learning: Education's Hidden Symphony
Social Emotional Learning: Education's Hidden Symphony
A musician's perspective on Social Emotional Learning reveals how this educational framework orchestrates success through five essential emotional competencies.
A Roadmap For Starting A 草榴社区 School
A Roadmap For Starting A 草榴社区 School
Use this roadmap as a set of talking points with your trusted mentors and professionals to start the private school of your dreams. You're not alone. Over the years, hundreds of folks like you have had the same dream. From Quintilian to Maria Montessori to Lucy Madeira Wing, visionary educators have established schools to teach according to their beliefs and methodologies.
The Spectrum of Islamic Education: From Secular to Orthodox
December 31, 2024
The Spectrum of Islamic Education: From Secular to Orthodox
This article explores the importance of Islamic K-12 education in today's secular society, providing a roadmap for parents to nurture their children's faith and academic success. Through a question-and-answer format between a parent and an imam, it addresses key aspects such as the types of Islamic education available, when to start, and how to balance religious and secular learning. The essay emphasizes the spiritual and moral benefits of instilling Islamic values in young people, offering practical advice and inspiration for families seeking to raise well-rounded and faithful individuals.