East Fort Worth Montessori Academy

As a former teacher at this school, I can honestly say that ratings are low because students are not being properly instructed in academics. Further, absolutely no accountability exists for students with behavior issues. And there are plenty of students with extreme behavior issues at this school. Administration is a joke and highly unorganized. Students learn from the adults around them. Unfortunately, the adults around these students are often undertrained, undereducated, or simply not experienced enough to run a school. Teachers are unhappy and looking for other jobs. It is sad that parents are being fooled into thinking their students are getting a great education--when it is mediocre at best. Hence the great schools rating of "4."
--Submitted by a teacher

I could write a review based on my experiences, however my children's point of view would be much better! My daughters speak of their experiences daily! They are very eager to learn and make GOOD GRADES! The academics are rigorous and they keep them busy. They love to care for the many school animals and enjoy the their time in the outdoor learning environment. We could not have been afforded a better "free" education. I also had a son enrolled here and he is doing very well in 7th grade in a FWISD school. If he had his way he would still be at EFWMA! The teaching staff are Montessori Certified, as well as, State Certified. I have never had a problem or question left unresolved! The school Director has a vision and she is constantly working towards making the school better for the children enrolled. I'M A VERY PROUD EFWMA PARENT!
--Submitted by a parent

This was the worst educational experience we've encountered. Unfortunately we gave them a second try and my son attended for 2 years. Half-way through the 1st year we learned his teacher was not Montessori certified. The 2nd year he was stabbed in the leg with a pencil, got a black eye and more...and being one of the few caucasians enrolled, he was constanly bullied. We asked the principal and staff for help to no avail. They gave minimal support and did not follow through with communication. The teachers are not organized and obviously are not controlling the students. When we enrolled in public school this year he scored low, although he was given high marks at EFWMA. If you want your child to grow and learn in a positive environment, do not send him to EFWMA.
--Submitted by a parent

I think that this is a wonderful school and I know that the employees work very hard to make sure that my child is successful. My child's teacher has her state certification and her Montessori certification. I always feel welcome here.
--Submitted by a parent

My wife and I just took a tour of this school and I am very impressed. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. The school was recommended to me by my neighbors and they are very satisfied with the school.

My child attends the PreK campus at the Stop Six Diddley Center. I love the staff. It's a great Montessori education.
--Submitted by a parent

I cannot say enough good things about this school. As a parent, I certainly have a voice here. When you walk down the halls you hear happy children. The Montessori philosophy was new to me but the staff members know what they are doing and my four year old was reading the first semester. Truly amazing!
--Submitted by a parent

After home schooling our son we looked long and hard for a school. Small class sizes. Tutors when needed. They even do Saturday school. I think the teachers go the extra mile to make sure my son succeeds. I wish they would add a middle school. I think that if more parents would participate in the PTO functions the school would offer more programs.
--Submitted by a parent

This school is a complete mess. Administration is disorganized and my childs teachers seem stressed. We won't be back next year. Very sad.
--Submitted by a parent

I am extremely unsatisfied with this school. The administration lacks communication and they are not truly a Montessori school. Most teachers don't have their Montessori certification so basically it's false advertisment. The PTO meetings are highly unorganized and lack significance.
--Submitted by a parent