Objectives of
Village Montessori School:
At Village Montessori School
we are dedicated to the principles and philosophy of Dr. Maria
Montessori, whose in-depth study of children and methods of
education led her to a deep awareness of the dynamic importance
of the first six years of a child's life. These are the
years during which character and intelligence are being formed.
The Montesssori
philosophy is based on love for the child and respect for his
dignity and worth as a person with the objective of helping each
to develop to his fullest potential.
Characteristics we
encourage are: a sense of order, freedom of choice within
limits, increased curiosity, independence, persistence, ability
to concentrate and self-confidence.
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Administration and Faculty:
We are a
family business begun 24 years ago by Patricia Aubin, a dedicated Montessorian who feels the
greatest gifts we as educators can give to young children are a
respect for and a belief in themselves, a deep knowledge of the
satisfaction of work well done and especially, a lifetime love
of learning.
Laura Kerwin,
the Administrative Director, has seen the benefits of a
Montessori education in her own children and believes in the
value of the full cycle of learning for the first six years of a
child's life
Our teaching staff
excel both in educational qualifications and years of
experience. Many have been with us for over 15 years.
They are known for the warm personal approach they bring to the
classroom. All are college graduates and have degrees in
Montessori education.
Every teacher also
has an assistant who has been carefully selected on the basis of
her awareness of the child and dedication to the principles of
child development.
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Enrollment Procedure:
We accept children from age 2 through second grade. A non-refundable $50 application
fee must accompany each application. Upon acceptance of your
child, the first tuition payment is due, together with a signed
enrollment agreement. This will guarantee his/her place in our
program.
It is the
policy of VMS not to discriminate for reasons of race, color,
religion or national origin in the selection of students or the
appointment of personnel.
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Hours of
Operation and Programs Available:
VMS is open from 7:00am
to 6:00pm. The Montessori School day is 9:15am to 12:15pm for
2 year olds up to 4 ½ year olds. The school day for children 4
½ and older is 9:15am to 3:00pm. Before and after care is also
available. Please see our program options below:
(Please click the Pre-Montessori link to the left for
information on our program for 2 year olds)
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Program Options for Primary
Montessori:
2010-2011 Tuition
prices will be available soon. Please check back often or
call for more information
| Hours Available |
Yearly Tuition |
| Half day (9:15am -12:15pm) |
$7,120 |
| AM Care + Half day (7:00am - 12:15) |
$8,160 |
| Extended Day (9:00am - 3:00pm) |
$9,100 |
| AM Care + Extended Day (7:00am - 3:00pm) |
$10,140 |
| Extended Day + PM Care (9:15am - 6:00pm) |
$10,760 |
| Full Day (7:00am - 6:00pm) |
$11,130 |
One month’s tuition is due with a signed
enrollment agreement to guarantee placement. Thereafter,
all tuition payments will be made via pre-authorized debit using
the FACTS tuition management system. There is a $41 fee
per year/per family to enroll in FACTS.
OR
You may choose to
pay the full years tuition
upfront and receive a 5% discount.
A 10% discount is offered for siblings.
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Inclement Weather Policy
If there is
the potential for a snow/ice storm in our area, the local news
stations will announce the status of schools in Montgomery
County. Please see the grid below so that you will
know what to expect from VMS.
| Montgomery County
Schools are closed |
VMS is closed |
| Montgomery County
announces a delayed opening |
VMS will open at
9:00am
(no morning daycare) |
| Montgomery County
calls for early dismissal |
Parents will be
notified by our automated phone messaging system if VMS will close early.
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