Little Genius Montessori

We have a toddler and preschooler currently enrolled. We couldn't be happier with the experience. Our youngest gets to be in a guided, yet independent setting where she feels empowered to take care of herself. Our preschooler is challenged but feels confident in his learning. They are outside every day and the school provides snacks and meals. All of the staff at Little Genius Montessori are warm, supportive and positive. We have not seen any turnover in staff, and feel that they really care about our kids. Amber and Danielle, the directors, work tirelessly to make sure that Little Genius Montessori is a wonderful learning environment.

Our child (1.5 yrs old) has been attending LGM for the last 6 months or so. We absolutely love it! They are very good at communicating with us about what we should be ready for in the coming months (toilet training and such). Our child loves the other kids. Also they have been amazing with flexibility given that we only need part time care. Its nice to know when I drop my child off they receive similar care as he would at home. Stop what you are doing and schedule a meet and greet with Amber now.

We have had our daughter enrolled in this school from age 1 up through age 2.5. Our daughter is very independent and likes to learn. We are very satisfied with the directors and teachers that we have been exposed to. You KNOW it's a good environment for your child when they are excited to go to "school" and they talk positively and happily about all of the teachers and directors. LIkewise, it's easy to talk with the adults who work there - another terrific sign. We love that we get a report card for each day that accounts for food, potty usage, emotional state, etc. When we have had a question or concern we have mentioned it directly to either the teachers or the directors, and have been satisfied with the responses we have received. While a relatively new program, they are learning and adapting to their feedback quickly. We have been impressed with the changes we have seen in our short period there, and hence have decided to keep our daughter enrolled because she has thrived under their care.

I am so thankful we found Little Genius Montessori school for our 4yr old daughter. It truly is the best. My daughter has grown educationally, emotionally and her self confidence has increased tremendously since she started. She has made so many new friends also. I interact on a daily basis with the directors (Amber and Danielle) and have found them to be very kind and caring. They are invested in this school 100%, they listen to concerns, answer my questions and are very respectful about the privacy of other parents and children. Megan and Rhonda (my daughters teachers) are very helpful with situations that occur at home and school. They show compassion towards the children while keeping the learning fun and diverse. They encourage the children in their work, teach the kids teamwork and how to help each other. Many life skills that I don't see in many adults these days! I appreciate that the doors are locked at all times, they know who is in the building at all times. I think the safety and security is great. I usually pick her up, one day my husband had to and he got interviewed before being let in. One more thing (I could go on and on) the children are outside almost every day! They just put on rain gear if its wet, layers in the cold and sunscreen in the hot weather. Thank you!

Our daughter has been in the infant, toddler 1 and toddler 2 classrooms over the last year. She has loved all her teaches and is always excited to go to "school". LGM has taught her a lot of independence skills that my husband and I never thought a toddler could do. They handle inappropriate behavior with grace and compassion for the children and have been very patient with our child. Outside play is a regular part of the children's day and they are out on the playground every couple hours. This is fantastic for our very active child and she comes home relaxed and ready for quiet time. Danielle and Amber have done a great job of hiring excellent staff and implementing the Montessori philosophy. LGM is a great resource to the Gresham community.

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