I have 2 kids at cbms. Both students have a great love of learning, due to their excellent teachers. The atmosphere encourages the kids to want to learn more and more everyday. I highly encourage prospective parents to come by and observe the students and teachers.
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Posted by a parent on 04/27/09
Our children have grown up at CBMS beginning at the age of 2 1/2. It was an amazing start relative to the more traditional 'day care' and they have continued to thrive. The Montessori method of teaching and learning is unique; focused on developing the child - not just academics. CBMS stays true to
... Read more that. Both of our children have developed a love of learning, the ability to research and get answers for themselves, a sense of community and how they fit into this world around them. Academically they are grades ahead based on standardized testing. They have developed into leaders, sensitive to those around them, understand compromise and working collectively towards answers. All great life skills. The school is small and has provided an intimate and safe place for our children to grow and develop; preparing them for life full of choices. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/26/09
I've worked at two other Montessori schools, and have visited several others. I am one of the 'new' teachers in the turnover referred to in previous reviews. Above all, CBMS is the best place I have ever worked. The staff and families are truly a community. 'It takes a village to raise a child,' and
... Read more every member of our 'village' is a valued contributor to each child's education at CBMS. In my experience of over a year at CBMS, I was immediately accepted as a valuable and appreciated member of the community. I have not encountered the mean spirited gossip, poor leadership and unfair treatment I have witnessed at other schools. We are truly a family here. I moved 800 miles to work at CBMS, and it was well worth it. Read less
Posted by a teacher on 04/26/09
Every school will have people that are unhappy. Most of these comments are so unwarranted and unnecessary. Dr. Montessori developed a phenominal program, and Carolyn Barron Montessori School does a wonderful job of fulfilling Dr. Montessori's mission. Come and see for yourself, you will truely feel
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Posted by a parent on 04/25/09
I completely agree with the 2 most recent posts about the 'CBMS' experience; it WAS AWFUL! This quote 'school' is very 'clicky', they determine who/what/where and how it should be handled according to them...not you who is paying for their salaries. It really is a shame that the downturn of events...new
... Read more teacher, new administration, n~economy of times has left a bad taste in our mouth; however, since my grandchild can't read, doesn't know how to rhyme nor recognize time/sight words like peers who attend FREE Pubpublic school, wI encouraged my 'friends' to leave this school as well; very political and very limited in helping your children achieve excellence in education. Beware... Read less
Posted by a other on 11/03/08
The statement about the changes in administration and teachers is true unfortunately. In two years, CBMS has lost nearly twenty teachers, assistants, and administrators. Every year promises to be the best because they claim they have weeded out the 'bad ones.' The school has lost many of their students,
... Read more but they are blaming the economy. It is not the economy. There are policies and practices that are only enforced for a selected few. They have unfairly fired teachers in the middle of the school year that has left students with having to get used to another person in the community. They have picked and chosen what students receive the most academic instruction and what students do not. Their 6-12 classroom had issues of bullying and threats. Even staff members bullied and argued with each other. It was a very negative experience for my children and myself. What a waste of money Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/01/08
Unfortunately this school is declining, not only in students, but in quality academic instruction in the elementary program. My grandchildren were there for two years. The first year was fine for them, but the second year was horrible. The administration cannot keep an academic director and the staff
... Read more argues constantly. The children do learn academics in a non traditional way, however the teachers pick and choose what students receive special instruction. My grandchildren cannot read like they should. My grandchild told me how smaller children were bullied and hurt by older children in the class. My grandchildren were left in the cold. They are now doing great in another school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/01/08
My Children attended CBMS for 4 years and loved their experience very much; however, I can personally attest that in our 4 years with CBMS, we had over 6 teachers, and complete change in administration. We did not receive the education that CBMS promised to deliver, but instead learned how to cut cheese,
... Read more polish silver and sew patterns. Our children did receive a love of learning, which in itself is awesome; however, when tested for other schools our children were 1/2 grades below current State of GA requirements. Thefore, I cannot say that spending this kind of money on a private school is worth the CBMS experience. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/17/08
My 5 year old daughter Lily has attended Carolyn Barron since the age of 2 and a half. I cannot say enough positive things about the staff, students, parents and most of all the philosphy of the school. My main desire for her is that school would be a place that fosters her love of learning and discovers
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Posted by a parent on 09/20/07
My three children attended this school from 2000 until 2003. The staff were first rate, parent involvement was high, and the facilities were excellent. My children excelled academically and emotionally here, and we were very sad to move and leave our school friends and family.
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creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
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English as Second Language
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Newnan schools — Carolyn Barron Montessori School is located at 195 Jackson St, Newnan GA 30263. 195 Jackson St is in the 30263 ZIP code in Newnan, GA Carolyn Barron Montessori School is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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