New World Montessori

My son started here as a 3 year old in the preschool program and is on his 2nd year! I went on a serious hunt for preschools before deciding on New World and knew right away this was the spot for my child. Most of all he adores his teacher and really responds to the Montessori philosophy. The program offers everything for a well-rounded child such as practical life ,play,academics,music,art,etc.There is a sense of community with warmth and respect for the child. After touring elementary schools I am hard pressed to find anything comparable for lower and upper elementary as well.My son is soaring academically and I don't want him to lose the zest for learning which is being fulfilled here. The school director is warm, approachable and open to suggestions. A real gem!
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The school is a series of mismatched buildings with several play yards. My son and daughter have gone through the infant, toddler and pre-school programs and enjoyed every day. The teachers are very nice, and easy to contact if there are any concerns. So one can be involved with their child's development even while working full time as so many need to do these days. My son is in the elementary program now and he loves his teachers and is excited about each new think he is learning. The relationship a kid has with their teacher is so important to making learning an enjoyable experience and we are happy to have found the great teachers at New World Montessori. We hope to have both our children stay through elementary.
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This is a great school. My son has been here for two years in preschool. The teachers are really warm and nice. The principle is strict about montessori method and cares about students. We feel lucky to find this school on our first year living in LA!
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The teachers are wonderful and my child is blossoming. Although the physical structure could use a face lift, it is well maintained and the staff is wonderful. Plus, they are always fund raising to make it even better!
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Our children are blossoming in this program, and they now approach learning with zeal.
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New World is a school like no other. The teachers and staff care for our children with such warmth and love. My daughter is constantly asking questions about the world around her and I am shocked at her academic growth.
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My son has been at this school for three years in the pre-school. His experience has been wonderful. I am amazed at the fact that he is reading chapter books in pre-school, he knows basic math concepts and geography. He can even name every country in South America. In pre-school! This school is very academic and embraces the Montessori method. The buildings are older and do not look fancy so if you are interested in asthetics, you'd probably want to move on. But if you are interested in substance, this is a wonderful school. The parents and children are very diverse, grounded and down-to-earth. No pretentiousness here. I think this school was a great start for my son's academic education. I do not know much about the toddler program, however, and the room there seems a bit muted. In general, this is a solid, academically-focused school.
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f you are a working parent in West Los Angeles, this is the place to send your baby or tot. They have a year round program and long hours if you need it. Plus its a real school.
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My son is finishing his second year in the preschool program and will be the Lower Elementary this fall. I love this small and intimate school, the teachers really get to know each student and are there for them 100+%. It is a wonderful atmosphere were children are allowed to grow, learn and have a say in what they are learning. Awesom little gem of a school.
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In my opinion, if you are a working parent in West Los Angeles, this is the place to send your baby or tot. They have a year round program and long hours if you need it. Plus its a real school. My one year old came home on day three of school, grabbed his nose and said 'no..' My son started eating from a bowl and not from the table after a few days. My son is now 20 months old and already using the potty part- time. My son comes home happy. Whenever I add a toddler song to my ipod I find he knows 25% of the words already. Plus there is a toddler dance class on Thursdays. I feel lucky this place exists. If you want in, prepare to stand in line. There is a waiting list.
--Submitted by a parent