Foothill Montessori School

Best school in the the area! I am a longtime parent of this school. My son attended this school years ago and my daughter just finished last week. I was really shocked to read the reviews below because I feel like this school has only become better. The changes have all been positive and the teachers are all still the same. I even formed a great relationship with the director who insists on updates of my daughter. This school has always been like part of my family and will continue to be. If you are looking for a place that is loving, with great teachers, this is it!
--Submitted by a parent

We WERE planning to keep our child in the school for first grade and maybe longer. That is until the the new owners took over. Since the new director came in weve lost the computer class and the fun after school classes that we had last year. classes like gymnastics and sports. We weren't even told these things were being cut. The classes just disappeared. We pay for these things so we really resent losing them. Next year we'll take our chances with the public schools. At least they tell the parents whats going on.
--Submitted by a parent

I like the teachers. But the school got sold a few months ago and now its not as good there. My preschool son started crying every morning cuz he doesn't want to go anymore. The new owners have made the place look better. but when i'm having a hard time paying tuition I wish they would spend the money on the kids instead office furnture.
--Submitted by a parent

My child has been attending for over a year. While it's true that the teachers are fabulous, the school came under new owner/administrators in November, and many parents are unhappy about it. Many of the changes that have been put in place by the new and very young director have not been good for the classes in general or the children. If you're looking for good teachers and don't care about terrible administrators, then this is the school for you. And, by the way, the school has a new name: Montessori School of San Dimas.
--Submitted by a parent

Foothill Montessori is a wonderful school. My two (2) year old daughter began school there in Dec 08' and she totally loves it. She has learned so much and she has made plenty of new friends. All teachers and assistants are great, caring and loving to all the children. And I am thankful for that. I never worry about my daugther while she is there at school. Once again, thank you Foothill Montessori!
--Submitted by a parent

I love the school. My son loves it. His teacher is the best I've seen. She is truly dedicated, patient, and loving towards the children. My son has learned more there in a few months than he did in almost a year at his previous school. I am truly blessed to have found this great establishment!
--Submitted by a parent

I love this school. My son is so happy there and i feel like he is getting a real quality education from teachers who are excited to see him succeed. Many friends and family were concerned that i was starting him in school so early (he is 2) but now they are amazed at how he has blossomed- socially and mentally. I love sneaking in to watch him hard at work on his 'jobs' and i am amazed each time i watch him throw his snack remains in the trash, push his chair in, put his placemat away and wash his hands, all without being asked! They really do all they can to enhance the family dynamic and understanding of the child. Parents can be as involved as much or as little as they like, but most are happy to do what they can because it is easy to see results.
--Submitted by Nancy B, a parent

As the Director of this school it is important to know that we have 45 students in the 2 year old through 2nd grade classrooms. We have three teachers, two teaching assistants and an excellent Montessori program that also includes Spanish, dance, music, yoga, and computer classes. We offer complimentary breakfast to students before 8:30 a.m. and all day school students receive complimentary lunch each day. Our teachers are Montessori certificated and we are open 12 months a year from 6:30 - 6:30.
--Submitted by an administrator