Arbor View Montessori School

At Arbor View Montessori School, we believe that children are naturally curious and eager to learn. That's why we cultivate this natural desire to allow them to reach their full potential in life. We understand the importance of the earliest years in a child's development, which is why we provide a learning environment that fosters growth and exploration. Our school is designed to be like a home, warm and accepting, providing safe limits within which the child is encouraged to become self-directed and self-disciplined while developing creativity and a positive self-image.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide a nurturing environment that encourages children to learn and grow at their own pace. We believe in the Montessori method of education, which emphasizes hands-on learning and self-directed exploration. Our experienced and trained teachers provide guidance and support while allowing children to take ownership of their learning process. We strive to create a sense of community and belonging among our students, parents, and staff.

Our Programs

At Arbor View Montessori School, we offer a range of programs for children from birth to age 6. Our programs are designed to cater to the unique needs of each age group, focusing on developing cognitive, social, and emotional skills. Our programs include:

• Infant Toddler Program: For children from birth to 3 years old, our infant toddler program focuses on developing sensory motor skills, social-emotional skills, and cognitive skills.
• Preschool - TK Program: For children from 3 to 5 years old, our preschool program focuses on developing social-emotional skills, problem-solving skills, and literacy and numeracy skills.
• Kindergarten - 1st Grade Program: For children from 5 to 7 years old, our kindergarten program focuses on developing literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving skills.

All About Montessori Education

At Arbor View Montessori School, we follow the principles of Montessori education, which emphasizes self-directed learning and hands-on exploration. Our teachers are trained in the Montessori method and provide guidance and support while allowing children to take ownership of their learning process. We believe in the importance of the Montessori method of education, which:

• Focuses on self-directed learning: We encourage children to take ownership of their learning process and make choices about what they want to learn.
• Uses hands-on materials: Our materials are designed to engage children's senses and motivate them to learn.
• Emphasizes practical life skills: We believe in teaching practical life skills, such as cooking, cleaning, and self-care, to help children develop independence and self-confidence.
• Fosters social-emotional learning: We believe in teaching social-emotional skills, such as empathy, self-awareness, and self-regulation, to help children develop healthy relationships and manage their emotions.

Meet Our Team

At Arbor View Montessori School, we have a team of experienced and trained teachers who are dedicated to providing high-quality education to our students. Our teachers are:

• Lydia Saadeh: Our founder and director, Lydia has a master's degree in educational administration and is accredited by the Association Montessori International (AMI).
• Miss Tara: Our preschool teacher, Miss Tara has a degree in early childhood education and is trained in the Montessori method.
• Miss. Lydia and Miss. Tara: Our infant toddler teacher, Miss. Lydia and Miss. Tara, have a combined experience of over 10 years in Montessori education.

Testimonials

At Arbor View Montessori School, we pride ourselves on our high-quality education and nurturing environment. Here's what some of our parents have to say about us:

• My younger child goes here currently. The older child used to go here. Now he is in elementary school. I do like the school. Very clean and spacious. I like the play area in the back. Miss. Lydia and Miss. Tara are the best. I wish they had more teachers. - Shelly S.
• This is a place where a mom's heart feels safe. This is a place where a mom's heart feels safe to know that her kids are in a loving environment where the teachers care. Today I took my two toddlers in, MJ and leo. Of course, there were some tears. - Marchella M.
• My daughter has been going to the daycare here for a little over a year now and we love it! I know she is in great hands every time she is there. The teachers and the principal are very nice and super loving to my daughter. - Jamie D.