Drummond Elementary School

Our 3yro daughter had her first day at Drummond today. We have experienced several different school climates within CPS and Drummond's school community far exceeds them all. When she wouldn't nap today even the principal took some time to come in and sit with her. As a parent, that speaks volumes to me about his interest into the well-being of my child. Her teacher was so gentle and kind, yet honest in communicating what I imagine was a fairly tiring and challenging situation. We are so thrilled to be a part of this new community!
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Drummond Montessori is the first public Montessori in Chicago. The teachers and admin are great. The school is small for CPs it's a great community. The students range from 3 yrs. To 8th grade. The big kids are really sweet with and great takers of the little kids. We feel lucky to have gotten in and are thrilled that younger siblings can enroll.
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Excellent overall school. Could not ask for better from a public school. My son has always been in Montessori, but came from private, so moving to public there was a change, but it was a easy move. Everyone has been great. Only thing I would change is more after school programs (sports, etc.), but if that is my only complaint that is not bad!!
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This school is the best school you can find. My daughter has attended other schools before this one but this one is by far the best. The school is small, which helps children feel comfortable. The students are great! All the students know each other even when they are in diffrent grades. I walked in to Drummond one day and see a teenage student saying hello and starting conversation with a pre-schooler! You don`t see THAT in other schools. If you are planning to enroll your child this school do so. This school has a loving,caring,and safe atmosphere that you and your child will love. This school also has tutoring after school and teachers are more than willing to help your child if they are struggling with school and this school has NO bulling.
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This school is horrible! The programs are not satisfying at all. My son is 9 years old and just after 3 months of attending this 'great school' he started cursing and having negative thoughts about school and education. My advice to any parents considering enrolling their child at Drummond school, DO NOT DO IT.
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Our daughter attends Drummond Montessori in the 3 yr old program. She loves it!! We are so impressed with how much she has learned and how mature and independent she is after just a few months. The teachers are great as is the principal. Parent involvement is high and the kids are well-behaved. We can't say enough good things about the school.
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Wonderful atmosphere, student-centered learning. Exceptional school.
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Great teachers, programs, and overall great atmosphere!
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The kids at Drummond are smart and the teachers help them stay motivated.

Great program, great teaches , great sense of community
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The staff is excellent and my children are being prepared for life-long succes.
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I think their teachers are wonderful and the curriculum is great! My three grandchildren are in the Motessori program and they are all doing very well. They look forward to going to school each day.

drummond is a wonderful community of dedicated teachers, administrators and parents and my kids love school.
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the supportive, caring and open community of staff, parents, and teachers are awesome and quite rare in a big city.
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Drummond is a free public Montessori for 3 year olds through 8th grade and it rocks! The teachers, kids and parents are the best.
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We are so happy to be part of the Drummond community. We have been so impressed with the classroom materials, instruction and incredibly dedicated parent community, teachers and principal. A real gem and a great model for other urban public schools.
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Drummond provides an excellent education as a public school in Chicago. The level of experience of its teachers is outstanding and their community outreach is tremendous. We have 2 kids at the school and both have transitioned so well to school and we know it has everything to do with the quality of the staff at the school.
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The Montessori program enables each child to learn at his or her own pace, keeping the child's interest level and involvement at a high level. The administration pays close attention to each child's individual needs and my grandson in first grade is learning by leaps and bounds.

amazing school- a model for the city of chicago. a committed teacher and parent partnership.

Great schools? Not what most people think when someone says Chicago Public Schools but sometimes there is as true of an exception to the rule as Drummond! In a sea of tumultuous times and often misunderstood students in the city, there sits an oasis of learning and welcome respite for weary. As I wait to pick up my child I notice how people from all walks of life despite personal politics are shaping this school. We all work towards a common goal, and the wonderful thing is that OUR kids SEE this and hopefully that will shape their outlook on life in a positive manner. Ms. Kerber is a shining example of what a caring teacher should be. She is the ideal for what all early childhood teachers should strive for. Mark Neidlinger is the compass that guides the dedicated staff towards a wonderful goal. Thank you for all your hard work.
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