Over the last few years, RMS has lost the Montessori philosophy and is changing itself to be just another private school. The teachers are wonderful, but it seems they are not receiving the support they once had as the adminstration is more focused on maintaining a private school and losing the overall
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Posted by a parent on 07/27/09
RMS is a wonderful, small school. The Montessori methods, when they are appropriate for your child, lead to a happy, curious child with a lifelong love of learning. However, Montessori is not for everyone. When it works, it's awesome. For some, though, it's not a good match. Some pros for this school
... Read more are the Montessori methods, small size of the school, caring teachers, diverse student body, and lots of parent involvement. Some cons are limited after-school enirchment opportunities (like any small school,) lots of recent turnover in the administration (ending with a current Head who is well-liked and respected), and that the school may become too small socially in later grades where there are fewer students. Some students might find this limiting while others enjoy such a small peer group. Overall, it's a great school and worth a look to see if it's a good match for your child. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/14/08
RMS is awesome! We have two boys, and after six years, we couldn't be happier with our choice! As long term Richmond natives, we knew the choices out there, and chose RMS. As parents, one of our major goals was giving our children the basis to learn to independently think. This crucial process is
... Read more occurring in amazing ways. Our kids actually ask us for 'work' to do and read independently at several grade levels higher. RMS is a safe, nurturing place where our boys can be challenged to succeed. What more could you want as a parent, than for your child to want to go to school each day! Because parent involvement is encouraged, we have the unique ability to see the kids work, and are often blown away at what they are doing. Most importantly, the Montessori methods are creating independent leaders. RMS is truly about and for children!!! Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/26/08
A lot of folks from the 2007-08 class have been dissatisfied with the low focus on students. The teachers need help. They are accepting more students then they can handle. Folks have taken their kids out of here to collegiate.. Check out collegiate reviews, before making a decision.
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Posted by a parent on 02/15/08
This is a fabulous school which develops the whole child. The staff are caring, encourage independence, and best of all develop in the students a love for learning. I highly recommend this school.
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Posted by a parent on 03/09/06
My daughter attended RMS grades 1-8. I'm very pleased with teacher and parental involvement. Class structure allows flexibility to express individuality in caring environment. Academic instruction is good to strong, but range is sometimes limited by small environment. New academic improvements may help
... Read more correct this problem (new science bldg.). Teachers stress importance of respect, responsibility and cooperation with others. Great place to instill self-motivated learning. Downsides: RMS is poorly equipped to address special needs/learning disabilities; RMS tends to be a very insulated and protected environment where competition is de-emphasized, which works for some children, but maybe not all. I've worried this could make high school adjustment difficult on social level. However, several parents told me their children did very well during transition to other schools, and hopefully we'll experience same. Overall we've been very happy with RMS. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/06/04
My son went to pre-school at Richmond Montessori School 5 years ago. Since leaving Montessori and moving into the Public School system, he has always been well ahead of his class. Now in advanced programs, he continues to excel - in the top 3%. I believe his success is strongly linked to the great
... Read more start he received in this school. They taught him the 'art' of learning - making it fun and engaging. These habits and his incredible desire to learn has stayed with him and his friends who also attended this school with him. Read less
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Richmond schools — Richmond Montessori School is located at 499 N Parham Rd, Richmond VA 23229. 499 N Parham Rd is in the 23229 ZIP code in Richmond, VA Richmond Montessori School is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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