Chippewa Valley Montessori Charter School

My child has been a student here since 4K and she's loved it. The school has helped her take initiative, stay organized and develop her social skills. She's taken part in leadership opportunities and extra-curricula activities that have really helped her growth in and out of the classroom. We were fortunate to get a spot for her as the lottery is very competitive.

My daughter is in kindergarten at CVMCS and I knew that I wanted her to go here when I first heard about the school when she was only 2. She is a very busy little girl, but also very independent so I love how this school is able to let her choose her work while still being very structured. All of the teachers seem to really love what they do and understand the children. I love how the school has so many different opportunities for parents to be involved. We are so lucky to have a free Montessori school in our district! Without it, I am not sure where I would send my child to school. She is learning so much more than at a traditional school and is soaking up all of the knowledge!

My three children have attended this school for 7 years. We live 20 minutes away and applied for open enrollment, enrollment is free by the way. I have worked in another elementary school in the same district for the last three years, and I can say if it weren't for this Montessori school I do not know where my children would attend school. This last school year I had many opportunities to volunteer, and did so with much enjoyment! I know many instructors thru working with the district and have to state that you won't find as many as the teachers at Montessori who truly care about each child as an individual. They also treat the families with the same respect and the communication home is excellent. A major concern of mine regarding my children's learning environment. It is suited to work for the child, very safe and peaceful. I could not have imagined a better elementary learning experience for my children!

We've just started here. Our daughter is in kindergarten and loves it. We took a tour of the school last year and were impressed with not only how the kids were learning (we're new to Montessori), but the environment. So relaxed, yet focused. We've met a number of other parents from the school and have had a few meetings/discussions with teachers & staff. All very friendly and very community oriented. We're encouraged to volunteer and I'm looking forward to my opportunity to join in the fun. In a few years, our youngest will join her sister at this school. Overall, I'm very excited for both our girls', and ours (!), experience here.

I have been to better, pulled my child out it's over rated. It's rare to see the staff smile while dropping off your child and its more rare to hear a good morning. It's small things like that that sets the attitude for the day and about school. They seemed to be understaffed, and stressed. Volunteers are not allowed. (huh? even with a background check) I could never find an accurate answer for the daycare charges and you'll never see a PRINTED explanation of what the charges or rates are. Pay attention, keep track. They only clean once a week using a vinegar base on the childrens toys, expect to see strep, pink eye and plenty of viral infections. I am all for organic for the most part, except for things that can end up in another child's mouth.