Coral Reef Montessori Academy Charter

I withdrew my daughter from CRMA because I feel she was not learning. I am very disappointed in this school and parents should reconsider before choosing this school for a proper education. The faculty and staff are not the most friendly and the classes are way too big. My daughter's 1st - 3rd class had 37 kids in it! And it was the same in the other 1st - 3rd classes. My daughter attended CRMA from pre k4 - 2nd grade.....I gave it a chance and I can honestly say I was still unhappy with the school and so was my daughter.
--Submitted by a parent

I have two son's that attend CRMA, to say we love it is an understatement. The students are with the same teachers for three years and throughout that time a real bond is formed. The teachers become more than teachers, they are extended family members thaty can describe your child almost as well as I can. The lessons are hands on so the students learn not by memorization but by actual experience. But their lessons dont stop at academics they have a holistic approach that nurture happy, health conscience, well rounded members of society. The students are the most respectfully well behaved kids I have ever experienced and that says alot considering it goes from k3 to 8th grade. Even the oofice staff are hands on and always helpful and caring...they know your kids too. The leaders are phenominal they seem to really support their teachers and of course the students. They are always looking for innovative ways to improve the school. Where else would the director invite parents to her house to host a meeting reguarding parenting classes-they truly care. The parents are great everyone is so invovled-its everyones school and I love the diverse atmosphere. I love CRMA!
--Submitted by a parent

This is one of the few Montessori schools in the country that honestly tries to adhere to the Montessori Philosophy, while striving to meet state standards. The school has an outstanding reputation for meeting the needs of each student, including those individuals who require educators to think "out of the box" in order to come up with solutions for the child to be successful. The staff is hardworking, committed, creative and compassionate.

CRMA provides a nurturing, Montessori environment while meeting the needs of the whole child. The teachers that work at CRMA are there because they truly love to teach. Despite long hours with lots of take home work, low pay and increasing responsibility they show up day after day with a smile on their face and full of enthusiasm to start the day with new and exciting Montessori lessons. The children are cared for with respect and love.I addition the school has a family like environment unlike any other school in Dade County.
--Submitted by a parent

CRMA is outstanding. I have a 2nd grader and an 11th grader who was a former student. The nurturing and leadership they receive is not common for many other schools. At this school, children are treated as individuals and their teachers encourage their individualism.
--Submitted by a parent

My kids attended this school from PK3 to 8th grade they are both now in High School and every day I realized they had the best education, the best teachers and staff. At CRMA the teachers, administration and staff really care about their students. CRMA is not a perfect school but is one of the few schools that care about the children!
--Submitted by a parent

coral reef montessori academy charter school is very unique and diversified community.... there are people working and children attending the school from all over the world and from all walks of life. we truly work together to teach our community not only academics but how to get along with and accept others of all different background, ethnicities and beliefs.
--Submitted by a parent

Because it provides every student the possibilities to succeed, to demonstrate their talents and be nurtured as valuable individuals. My daughter is an 11th grader, and a former CRMAC student. With the help of the Montessori education, my daughter is a successful HS student, involved in her community, in school organizations and with aspirations of pursuing a career of service.
--Submitted by a teacher

The education that my daughter has received there at CRMA is exceptional. Her teacher is unlike any other teacher I have ever come across. I would recommend to any parent that is looking for an excellent education for their children to place them at CRMA.
--Submitted by a parent

It has help my niece and many other children that I know be themself and leave on their own terms.
--Submitted by a parent