What Our Parents Say

Here is what our parents have to say about Montessori Harbor-Mesa School.

Olivia loves this school and I could not imagine her anywhere else! Thank you for being such a great influence. - Heather
Our daughter Tayler attended the Montessori Harbor-Mesa school from preschool through 6 grade. What a wonderful experience we all had! This school has helped our daughter to be independent, responsible, and accountable for her actions.
At a very age, the school’s curriculum instilled self-motivation, independent learning and self-discipline. All of the teachers are very well qualified, certified, experienced, skilled, dedicated and nurturing to every child.
The teachers encourage every child to always do their best. we were amazed on how far our child had come in such a short few years. We ere also amazed at how advanced our child was in comparison to other children we were around. The teachers and curriculum well prepared the kids for the future.
The teachers were constantly engaged with the parents in planning the level of work being taught. Based upon our shared desires, our daughter was consistently being encouraged and challenged to excel beyond her grade level. Subsequently, she was well prepared for challenges that followed her 6th grade graduation.
With class size being small, there as a lot of one-on-one focused time. Today she is a freshman in high school and the things that she learned at Montessori Harbor-Mesa have created a great foundation for her as we can truly see them carried though to today.
We still apply many of the concepts in the Montessori theory today as we maintain consistency in everything we do while providing her problem solving and leadership opportunities.
In retrospect, Montessori Harbor-Mesa school was a great place for our daughter and our family. – Liz and Bob Y.
 

 

We like the learning environment that Montessori Harbor Mesa School provides for the kids. They get one on one instructions. The number of students per teacher is small, the kids get to know each other better, and the teacher gets to know each student better. Thank you Mrs. De Frenza and Mrs. Rebecca. - Mrs. Castaneda

Seven years ago, we attended Isabelle’s Open House, saw the teapot and cup, spoon and marbles, learning the way of Montessori and how subtle concepts like eye and hand coordination, top to bottom, left to right are instilled in the mind of the child. We’ve been hooked ever since and only wish the school offered seventh and eights grades. Thanks to Mrs. De Frenza, Mrs. Rebecca and all the other fine instructors who have given our daughter a strong foundation for her future.
- Paul and Kathryn Grybow

Almost nine years ago we enrolled our daughter in the preschool based on our neighbor’s recommendation. To be honest at that time we were not completely sold on the Montessori teaching method , however, over the years we’ve become sold on both Montessori and this school. We’ve been amazed not only at our child’s progress but also on how much she enjoys school. The teachers have been great at not only teaching but also making it enjoyable for the children so they do not lose their love of learning. The system which allows the students to learn at their own pace also means they do not fall behind the class if they get sick for a couple of days. The classes are small enough so that the teachers can understand exactly at what level the students are capable of and then they push so they do not get bored or slow down to make sure they completely understand a subject before they move on. This year our daughter will be graduating the sixth grade but we still have her two younger siblings in the school and intend to stay. -Anthony and Laarnie Smith 

We think that Montessori Harbor-Mesa School has a great academic environment for kids. Both my kids are doing well here. They’re both stimulated with the academic challenges and enjoy the various different subjects offered here such as arts and crafts, field trips, preparing for the musical programs. We’re especially grateful to the teachers for their teaching techniques and compassion toward the kids. The small sized classroom gives the teachers more time to focus on each kid’s needs and ability to help them grow at their own level. We also noticed that our kids knowledge in certain subjects like math and spelling seemed to be more advanced than their current grade level, thanks to the dedication of their teachers always pushing them to their best potential.-Jonathan and Christine Pham

Small class sizes. Individual attention. The ability for your child to progress at the pace that is right for him or her. A stimulating environment that fosters a love for learning. What more can parents ask for? Our children enjoy school and are thriving both academically and socially. We are very happy we made the decision to first enroll our children at the preschool and then move them to the elementary school. -John and Julia Riss

Our daughter has attended Montessori Harbor-Mesa School for 3 years, beginning at the Pre-school. In that time we’ve had the joy of watching our daughter grow mentally, intellectually, and spiritually. This is in no doubt, a large part to the personalized interaction of the school. Though she has had several teachers as she progressed, our daughter has always felt a positive connection to her teachers-as they have created a nurturing and learning environment.

In addition to the core studies, the offered extracurricular activities ranging from music, to computers to gymnastics have all helped to add fun and perspective. We are greatly appreciative and proud that our daughter has attended Montessori Harbor-Mesa School! -Lorenz Marquez and Cynthia Ventresca

This school has instilled in our daughter a solid foundation of academic learning and good manners. We especially appreciate the method of teaching which allows each child to progress at their own comfortable pace regardless of what grade/classroom they are in. This provides the student with a definite head start should he or she be transferred to a public or other school. Although there are some costs with private schools, I would recommend and have recommended Montessori Harbor-Mesa School to any parent looking to provide their child with quality education. -Roderick Velarde