Montessori Learning Center

Three of my children have attended Montessori Learning Center on Franklin Avenue in Ridgewood over the last 4 years, and it has been an incredible experience for them and myself as their mother. They have been well prepared for kindergarten, and I feel happy and at peace during my work days knowing that they are with such a nurturing staff. Whether it’s assistance with potty training, learning educational skills, emotional regulating after a meltdown, or separating from me first thing in the morning, my children’s needs have been met with expert professionalism and tenderness. My children and I love this school and I highly recommend them.

I am so thankful every day that we found Ridgewood MLC and Ms. Amy. A year ago I transferred my son from another pre-school that was not a good fit. I expected an adjustment period (leaving his old friends behind and going to a completely new environment), but he absolutely loved it from day one. He was sad to go to school previously, but at MLC he has never resisted going to school a single day. Ms. Amy is truly a one-of-a-kind educator. She cares deeply and is on point, keenly observant, and a master of classroom management. The kids listen to her and are proud to meet her expectations. She deeply understands my son as an individual as I am certain she knows all of her kids. She gives the kids the respect they deserve and models empathy, kindness, patience, and calm. She works individually with each child to make sure they are kindergarten ready socially and academically. She is creative at managing problems and always readily available to discuss any concerns or ways to further support my child’s development. I rarely write reviews but was disheartened to see the 1 star review from another parent, who is upset about a specific staff member even though she writes the administration has apologized. I generally would not hold the school responsible for any minor scrapes my kid gets into as an active now 4-year-old boy. This school is an absolute gem to the community and I will be sending my daughter as well as soon as she is old enough.

My daughter attended the Montessori Learning Center in Ridgewood for two years, and she thrived there. She was is the Bird's Nest class with Ms. Amy and Ms. T, both of whom are dedicated, nurturing, and patient teachers who have a true talent for working with young children. She also enjoyed the Spanish classes taught by Ms. Rocio. The environment and array of in-class activities helped my daughter achieve notable social and age-appropriate academic growth while encouraging independence. She was well prepared for kindergarten. And most importantly, she had fun, felt safe, and made friends. All in all, we had a great experience with the Montessori Learning Center.

This Montessori school is fantastic. The teachers and staff are warm, down-to-earth and flexible. They were a godsend when we were new to the area and looking for someone to take our son who wasn’t potty trained yet into a school program. They have wonderful events (Mother’s Day Tea, School Picnic, etc…) that include the kids and parents. Very special. Highly recommend them!

Enrolling our child at Ridgewood Montessori Learning Center is the best decision we could have made. Having several Montessori options in the area, this neighborhood gem was exactly the environment we were looking for. The staff is nurturing, engaged & really take the extra steps to create a one of a kind community. We are blown away by the progress our child has had throughout the school year. I can't recommend this school enough.