Cottonwood Montessori School

The learning environment in the classroom and out of the classroom is a warm, nuturing, and inclusive experience. My children have learned to manage themselves and their learning in a responsible manner. The teaching staff truly enjoy their role as mentors and educators. I originally chose the school for the external environment. I continue to enroll year after year for the internal classroom.
--Submitted by a parent

Cottonwood School in Corrales has helped my children in problem solving both in the academic and social arena.
--Submitted by a parent

I love Cottonwood Montessori because it provides a cohesive school community that fosters curiosity for learning, compassion for others, and respect for all living things.
--Submitted by a parent

Cottonwood is nestled in the Bosque of Corrales, NM. The tranquil environment combined with energetic teachers who create a happy learning space is the best place to go to school. When your child runs to class... you know they are in the right place. All the children are happy, independant and have great self esteem. The Montessori system allows them to know the "whole" of it. From preschool to 5th grade an activity such as simply washing a desk teaches writing skills. "Specials" are included: Drama, PE, Music and Art. Each of these specials integrates the theme for the year such as Greece or Africa. It is a place where everyone knows everyone. Empathy is taught along with respect and you know how special that school is in helping guide your child when they are out in public and the wonderful compliments you recieve about your child. Please pick this school! It is well deserving.
--Submitted by a parent

It's a nurturing environment that promotes education, emotional intelligence, peace and diversity!
--Submitted by a parent

Cottonwood school is a place where education is stimulating and exciting and never grows dull or boring. Children learn to explore their worlds on multisensorial levels. Educational themes are delicately woven into each aspect of learning and the children are exposed to not only the academics but also the arts.
--Submitted by a parent

The teachers are beyond amazing - their expertise and enthusiasm make such a difference in how much my kids have learned! The 7-acre campus adjacent to the Bosque provides such a unique learning environment. And the way the arts are integrated with the curriculum helps students to be very well-rounded.
--Submitted by a parent

The teachers continuously provide an excellent learning environment: my daughter is in 4th grade and she loves to learn. She comes home each day from school with more and more information that she learned that day. It's not about how you dress or who your friends are - it's about what you know and what you have learned. She has always felt safe and loved and accepted no matter what she may say or do.
--Submitted by a parent

I have two children that attend this school and we couldnt be happier!
--Submitted by a parent

10 Stars!!! I am so thankful I found Cottonwood for my two daughters. It is what school should be. We felt so welcome and there is so much respect between everyone in the community. The teachers are world class. There is a Montessori trained teacher in every classroom and an assistant. All of the kids (PK too!) receive instruction in Art, Music, PE, Environmental Ed. every week from experts in their fields. There is a garden, orchard, chickens. Elementary walks to the river/bosque. They use the nutured heart approach to discipline that catches kids being 'good.' Kids learn the core academics, respect, responsibility, manners, conflict resolution, how to work independently and together, critically think, time management. Don't let the buildings fool you. New buildings are in the works. The children go on to the best schools in Albuquerque.
--Submitted by a parent