The Montessori philosophy is only a portion of the reason we chose Millhopper Montessori School. The school's founder is a hands on creator and visionary. Her training and intuition have been the driving force to bring together and retain a group of teachers and staff who have given the school a spirit
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Posted by a parent on 10/03/09
The teachers at Millhopper Montessori School are well-prepared, creative, and kind. We find the curriculum to be challenging in the best possible way, as it is both advanced and stimulating, with plenty of hands on learning. Their is a focus on education as a life-long pursuit. . The methodologies
... Read more used by the teachers encourage global awareness and personal responsibility. In the three years our daughter has been at Millhopper Montessori school she has received individualized education (small group learning), many experiential learning opportunities, and less busy work and computer testing than at her previous private school. We wish we had switched her to MMS sooner. Her abilities and her enthusiasm have increased threefold. . Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/02/09
As a parent of a pre-schooler, I have been extremely pleased with my child's progress at this school. The atmosphere is just like I would provide at home - structured and organized. The teachers set rules and the children learn respect and boundaries. They learn to be kind to each other. Their confidence
... Read more soars as they accomplish new tasks which most children wouldn't even be exposed to until much older in public schools! Our child is ecstatic knowing she can go to school everyday and be challenged and treated with respect. She is proud of what she learns. We would not get this from ANY other pre-school or public school around. Our family would highly recommend this school for any age! Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/02/09
I, as a student love MMS! It is a creative and hands-on enviornment. I am in the middle school program, and we are a tight-knit group who have fun with every assignment in drama, video production, art, music, and drama. Wehave specialized classes that tie into each other with a vast ciriculum. Though
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Posted by a student on 01/09/09
I disagree. The Millhopper Montessori School compared to public school is teaching 2 to 4 grade level above. The teachers have a long track record at the school and I think the school is serving as an amazing educational opportunity for children. Very worth the money spent.
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Posted by a parent on 12/28/08
We have been very pleased with this school. They allow children to grow and learn at their own pace. We are very happy with the after school programs. There are so many choices this year that the children can stay busy whatever our work schedule. A great school because the teachers really care about
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Posted by a parent on 09/28/08
We were disappointed with the school. I took my 2yo out. The environment was cold and too strict for kids at such a young age. I found the teachers to be stern and unfriendly, really didn't know how to interact w/ young children.
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Posted by a parent on 05/29/08
Most private schools in Gainesville are a waste of money. The teachers are underpaid and undereducated, they are no good. The admin puts the teachers first, so the admin is no good. The kids and parents end up losing and te whole community. Go to public.
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Posted by a parent on 05/28/08
Millhopper offers one of the worst examples of private schooling as per our experience with our 2 kids. Their main concern is tuition and teachers... their last, is unfortunately the students and their parents. They are not cooperative with the smallest of issues.
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Posted by a parent on 05/27/08
Our daughter has attended MMS for three years. As a kindergardener, she can add, subtract, multiply and is learning to divide. She reads at a 3rd grade level and can converse on any number of topics. The faculty and staff is outstanding. From the reviews you can see that the people who have a problem
... Read more with this school are parents who have kids who can't or don't perform. The school has taught us that children are little sponges and the more you expose them to the more they learn. If you're not willing to invest the time in your child's education, this isn't the school for you. But if you are dedicated to being involved in your child's development, I can't think of a better school. Parent involvment is superb and that's one of the reasons that my wife and I like it so much. Read less
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Gainesville schools — Millhopper Montessori School is located at 8505 Nw 39th Ave, Gainesville FL 32606. 8505 Nw 39th Ave is in the 32606 ZIP code in Gainesville, FL Millhopper Montessori School is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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