Do you want your child to learn in a safe, respectful, and supportive environment, where they are encouraged to reach their full potential? If being independent, learning life skills, and promoting social skills alongside academics in an environment where children have the opportunity to learn with and from each other sounds appealing to you, then welcome to McDonald Montessori School!
Montessori schools are celebrated because of their unique approach to education that values the individual strengths of the child, as well as their interaction with the community around them. Classrooms are designed to hold multiple ages and promote the diversity of the world.
A Montessori education practices the principle of developing the whole child. By using this approach, multiple areas of the child’s growth can be nurtured.
The ultimate goal of McDonald Montessori is that every student is happy and successful. Since every child has their own unique gifts and talents, we can tailor their education to fit their needs.
Montessori schools are celebrated because of their unique approach to education that values the individual strengths of the child, as well as their interaction with the community around them. Classrooms are designed to hold multiple ages and promote the diversity of the world.
A Montessori education practices the principle of developing the whole child. By using this approach, multiple areas of the child’s growth can be nurtured.
The ultimate goal of McDonald Montessori is that every student is happy and successful. Since every child has their own unique gifts and talents, we can tailor their education to fit their needs.
A Holistic Approach to Your Child’s Education
Establishing a Strong Foundation for Learning
At McDonald Montessori, we prioritize creating a solid foundation for your child’s educational journey. Through carefully curated activities and personalized guidance, we ensure that your child starts off on the right foot, fostering a love for learning that lasts a lifetime. Our holistic approach encompasses not only academic development but also emotional, social, and cognitive growth, setting the stage for future success.
Developing Fine Motor and Social Skills
Your child engages in activities designed to enhance both their large and fine motor skills. From practical life exercises to sensorial materials, every aspect of our curriculum is tailored to support physical dexterity and coordination. We also know the importance of social interaction in your child’s development, and we foster an environment that provides for group activities and peer-to-peer learning opportunities as your child learns to communicate effectively, collaborate with others, and cultivate empathy.
Learning in a Multi-age Environment
We embrace the concept of mixed-age classrooms, providing your child with the unique opportunity to interact with peers of different ages and experienced teachers. This dynamic environment fosters a sense of community and belonging, where older children become role models for younger ones, and every child’s individual strengths and abilities are celebrated. By engaging in collaborative learning experiences and building relationships across age groups, children develop valuable social skills, empathy, and respect for the diversity that is needed in our modern world.
Establishing a Strong Foundation for Learning
At McDonald Montessori, we prioritize creating a solid foundation for your child’s educational journey. Through carefully curated activities and personalized guidance, we ensure that your child starts off on the right foot, fostering a love for learning that lasts a lifetime. Our holistic approach encompasses not only academic development but also emotional, social, and cognitive growth, setting the stage for future success.
Developing Fine Motor and Social Skills
Your child engages in activities designed to enhance both their large and fine motor skills. From practical life exercises to sensorial materials, every aspect of our curriculum is tailored to support physical dexterity and coordination. We also know the importance of social interaction in your child’s development, and we foster an environment that provides for group activities and peer-to-peer learning opportunities as your child learns to communicate effectively, collaborate with others, and cultivate empathy.
Learning in a Multi-age Environment
We embrace the concept of mixed-age classrooms, providing your child with the unique opportunity to interact with peers of different ages and experienced teachers. This dynamic environment fosters a sense of community and belonging, where older children become role models for younger ones, and every child’s individual strengths and abilities are celebrated. By engaging in collaborative learning experiences and building relationships across age groups, children develop valuable social skills, empathy, and respect for the diversity that is needed in our modern world.
Learning Through the Montessori Method
Staff that Cares
Our Montessori-certified teachers and staff are deeply committed to nurturing the holistic development of your child. With a keen focus on understanding each child’s individuality, we actively seek ways to tailor our approach to meet their distinct needs, ensuring a supportive and enriching learning environment.
Montessori Materials
Our Montessori-designed materials are carefully crafted to facilitate hands-on learning experiences and promote exploration and discovery among students. These tools are designed to engage your child’s senses and foster a deeper understanding of concepts across various subjects. Our materials play a crucial role in the Montessori method, supporting your child’s natural curiosity and desire to learn.
A Prepared Environment
Our Montessori-designed classrooms are meticulously designed to be child-centered and conducive to learning. The classroom layout is organized into distinct areas, such as practical life, sensorial, language, mathematics, and cultural subjects, allowing students to explore various learning areas independently. The prepared environment is thoughtfully curated to stimulate curiosity and promote exploration.
Reviews
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McDonald Montessori School!
“The teachers and staff are some of the most caring individuals I have met anywhere. After six years, they feel more like family than teachers”
~ Kate Mouak ~
“McDonald Montessori is exactly the what I was hoping to find! The teachers are warm, caring and exceptional educators! My kids are excited to go to school every day and can’t wait to tell me what they learned or what new lesson they were given”
~ Melissa Mullen ~
“THIS school is by far the SAFEST school in Hampton Roads. The owner of this school truly cares about each and every child’s well being and definitely keeps her children safe. My daughter has improved academically here within the first few months she attended. She has been there 2 years now and has shown improvement in her reading, writing, and willingness to learn”
~ Sherry Johnson ~
“The students are loved and elevated; my kids are offered countless hands-on learning experiences in a setting that is both orderly and beautiful!”
~ Kathleen Sigrist ~
“Our child needed a place that could tailor his education to his abilities and interests while also assisting in his journey to building friendships and becoming a kinder human. Our family found this in McDonald Montessori.”
~ Jennifer Hafner ~
Reviews
Click on the quotes below to see more of the great things parents and kids are saying on Google about
McDonald Montessori School!
“The teachers and staff are some of the most caring individuals I have met anywhere. After six years, they feel more like family than teachers”
~ Kate Mouak ~
“McDonald Montessori is exactly the what I was hoping to find! The teachers are warm, caring and exceptional educators! My kids are excited to go to school every day and can’t wait to tell me what they learned or what new lesson they were given”
~ Melissa Mullen ~
“THIS school is by far the SAFEST school in Hampton Roads. The owner of this school truly cares about each and every child’s well being and definitely keeps her children safe. My daughter has improved academically here within the first few months she attended. She has been there 2 years now and has shown improvement in her reading, writing, and willingness to learn”
~ Sherry Johnson ~
“The students are loved and elevated; my kids are offered countless hands-on learning experiences in a setting that is both orderly and beautiful!”
~ Kathleen Sigrist ~
“Our child needed a place that could tailor his education to his abilities and interests while also assisting in his journey to building friendships and becoming a kinder human. Our family found this in McDonald Montessori.”
~ Jennifer Hafner ~
Our Programs
Children's House
Children’s House is a multi-age classroom for children ages 3-6. In this mixed-age environment, children learn with and from other children, while exploring concepts in math, language, reading, writing, geography, science, as well as activities of daily life, at their leisure, while working with traditional Montessori materials.
For ages 3-4, school hours are from 8:30 AM to 12 PM. For ages 5-6, school hours continue to 3:00 PM.
Lower Elementary
Lower Elementary is a multi-age classroom for children ages 6-9. Building upon the foundation created in the Children’s House classroom, students further explore concepts in math, geometry, reading, writing, grammar, word study, geography, history, and science, while working with more advanced Montessori materials.
For ages 6-9, school hours are from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM.
Additional Care
McDonald Montessori offers Additional Care for both Children’s House and Lower Elementary students. For all students, Before Care is from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM, at which time school hours commence.
With Unlimited Care, which includes Before Care, the child may stay up to 5:30 PM, once their particular education is completed for the day. The amount of care needed is reflected in the cost of tuition.
Summer Camp
The learning doesn’t have to end when the school year is over! For ages 3-6, we offer a summer camp program which provides children with a safe environment to explore a different and exciting topic each week. Parents can choose to send their children to select weeks or the entire summer camp, which is offered from mid-June through the beginning of August.
Our Programs
Children's House
Children’s House is a multi-age classroom for children ages 3-6. In this mixed-age environment, children learn with and from other children, while exploring concepts in math, language, reading, writing, geography, science, as well as activities of daily life, at their leisure, while working with traditional Montessori materials.
For ages 3-4, school hours are from 8:30 AM to 12 PM. For ages 5-6, schools hours continue on to 3:00 PM.
Lower Elementary
Lower Elementary is a multi-age classroom for children ages 6-9. Building upon the foundation created in the Children’s House classroom, students further explore concepts in math, geometry, reading, writing, grammar, word study, geography, history, and science, while working with more advanced Montessori materials.
For ages 6-9, school hours are from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM.
Additional Care
McDonald Montessori offers Additional Care for both Children’s House and Lower Elementary students. For all students, Before Care is from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM, at which time school hours commence. With Unlimited Care, which includes Before Care, the child may stay up to 5:30 PM, once their particular education is completed for the day. The amount of care needed is reflected in the cost of tuition.
Summer Camp
The learning doesn’t have to end when the school year is over. For ages 3-6, we offer a summer camp program that provides children with a safe environment to exploree a different and exciting topic each week. Parents can choose to send their children to selected weeks or the entire summer camp, which is offered from mid-June through the beginning of August.
About Us
Tuition
See our tuition details for Children’s House Morning Only students (ages 3-4), Children’s House Extended Day students (ages 5-6), and Lower Elementary students (ages 6-9), as well as for our Summer Camp kids (ages 3-6).
Staff & Facilities
All lead staff members are accredited Montessori teachers. Our facility has two classrooms for Children’s House (ages 3-6), a classroom for Lower Elementary (ages 6-9), a Before Care and After Care room, a bunny, and a bearded dragon.
About Us
Tuition
See our tuition details for Children’s House Morning Only students (ages 3-4), Children’s House Extended Day students (ages 5-6), and Lower Elementary students (ages 6-9), as well as for our Summer Camp kids (ages 3-6).
Staff & Facilities
All lead staff members are accredited Montessori teachers. Our facility has two classrooms for Children’s House (ages 3-6), a classroom for Lower Elementary (ages 6-9), a Before Care and After Care room, a bunny, and a bearded dragon.
Reviews
See the great things parents and kids are saying about McDonald Montessori School!
FAQ
Have more questions? Read details about students, materials, classrooms, staff, and tuition!
Frequently Asked Questions…
What is the difference between a typical school (public or private) and a Montessori school?
There are many differences between a typical school and a Montessori school. The most noticeable difference might be that in a traditional school, all the students work on the same lesson plan at the same time. A Montessori school tailors the child’s development to their individual needs and abilities. To learn more about what makes a Montessori school different, please continue reading through our frequently asked questions.
What programs or general skills do students acquire in their Montessori training?
Students are taught a variety of skills which serves as a foundation for their development in such area as:
1) Practical Life (internal independence and external care of others)
2) Sensorial (developing senses, such as seeing, hearing, touching, tasting, and smelling)
3) Language (exploring letters, sounds, handwriting, and spelling)
4) Mathematics (developing concepts such as numeration, place value, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
Additionally, each school day includes active outside play time, as movement is essential to the Montessori curriculum.
What specific areas of study do student pursue and what materials do they use?
All Montessori students pursue a wide variety of educational endeavors. Using the Montessori-based materials, Children’s House students explore concepts in math, reading, writing, geography, science, and activities of daily life at their leisure.
Lower Elementary students will continue these same concepts at a more advanced level in areas such as math, geometry, reading, writing, grammar, word study, geography, history, and science. Lower Elementary students enjoy additional curriculum experiences like PE, a foreign language, and art.
All materials, with which the students use throughout the day, are the same traditional Montessori materials found all over the world. Please feel free to see a sampling of the Children’s House materials, as well as the Lower Elementary materials.
Are your teachers accredited? Is this a legitimate Montessori school?
Yes, all lead staff members are accredited Montessori teachers, and each teacher educates to the age group for which they are accredited and certified. Additionally, all support staff are trained and educated in the Montessori philosophy and method.
What is the teacher-to-student ratio?
Each class can have as many as 30 children with 1 teacher and an assistant. With traditional education, where all the students are following the same lesson plan, a low teacher-to-student ratio is preferred. With a Montessori education, however, this ratio is considered more than acceptable, as children are taught to work as individuals, as well as having specific group activities during the day.
Please see our answer to: How is the education customized to the uniqueness of my child?
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Hours Open
Monday – Friday:
7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday & Sunday:
Closed
Address
4200 Granby Street
Norfolk, Virginia 23504
Phone
757.423.1800