Scribbles Montessori

I just want to let know that this school is incredible. It has been only a month that my son started going to this school and I see such a drastic positive change in him. He had become disciplined and sincere.
I would highly recommend this to everyone.

It’s with a sense of immense pleasure and gratitude towards the teachers of Scribbles and Centerville Montessori, that I watched my daughter grow and develop her personality in the last 1 year.
Because of slot unavailability in Scribbles, my daughter went to Centerville Montessori first where she loved every bit of her time. She would speak volumes about Ms Glenda, Ms Lisa and Ms Sundari every day and will refuse to come home after school. I was so pleased to see her formative years being guided in the hands of such experienced and Montessori certified teachers. In the beginning of this year, I moved her to Scribbles so that I can drop and pick her up on my commute route and the wonderful experience got better. Its such a relief to know that Ms Elizabeth has a kind but strict eye on every child and she would interact with me at every opportunity and let me know her observations and advices. My daughter became more focused, independent and confident.
Thanks to these 2 schools, I am now a true believer of Montessori philosophy and method of education. Keep it up!

It is always fun for parents to watch the kids growing.
We also enjoyed watching my son growing. But scribbles montessori made us proud in his growth with all the self development skills. He is growing along with Self confidence, indepence, positive approach, the right communication with exceptional vocabulary. And social skills for his age like taking turns, observing others, Learn from others.
I would like to thank all the teachers for not just teaching him the right things. But also made taught how to learn by himself.
In my experience I would say scribbles Montessori has «master» the Montessori skills.

Our daughter has been going to Scribbles for over a year now. Our daughter loves going to the school, which makes us feel better about choosing the school. There is good balance of academic and social skills in a true Montessori way. We especially love the dedication of Ms Elizabeth towards all the kids in the school. Her class teacher Ms Mary is very good at managing the class and with Ms Fei provides great attention and care that these 4 year olds need and require at this age. Overall we are happy with our daughter’s progress, care and we have decided to continue in Room III when she graduates. I am hoping my daughter will continue to love the Montessori method in Room III too and develop socially, as well as academically. Kudos to the whole team at Scribbles.

I joined my daughter when she had just turned 3. She started in Room 1 and was there for 2 yrs. I agree with Madhuri on all aspects. My little one looked forward to going to school every day. I have seen her grow so much in the past 2 years socially and also also confidence wise.
Every daycare/​private school you ask the registration fee is non refundable whether there is no space or you decide not to join your child. Also if you are interested in Montessori schools, read up on the web about their philosophy before you even call the school. When I called up in 2012, Ms. Elizabeth clearly stated that I need to bring my child for observation and gave me an appt. I went with her and while I sat in the class, my child was asked to participate in the circle time and art. I was very happy with the way my daughter felt comfortable with the other children and also with the teacher. I conveyed my interest and I was more than happy to pay the registration fee and was asked to pay the deposit as we got in.
My daughter was a poor eater and I always checked with her teachers when I picked up. She would always eat at school! :) She made really good friends. I also liked that they have atleast 2 – 3 big events during the school year. It gave an opportunity for the kids to perform. The newsletter is really good. I regularly read it to understand what was going on in the class.
They have happy feet, Tuff tumblers and piano. My child enrolled in all three and was looking forward to each class every week. Saves lot of driving time!
My only con is Parking during events. If you are late, there is no parking on the street and you had to park 3 blocks away and then walk.

My 3.5 year old daughter has been going to Scribbles since March 2013 (she wasn’t 3 yet by then) and she loves her new «big kids» school! We chose this school based on word-​of-​mouth reviews from a couple of coworkers and we are really glad we did! She was in Room 1 when she joined and loved Ms Savita, Ms Sara and Ms Regina… thanks to their care and attention, she got used to the school and formed new friends very quickly. She is now in Room 2 and asks if she can «live» in Ms Mary’s class everyday and complains about having to leave school in the evening :)
She was in a very good Montessori daycare since she was 1.5 years old and was used to the routine a bit earlier, but loves all the new «jobs» she gets to do at Scribbles. She loves her play time, follows all the rules (in fact imposes some on us;)) and is much more confident about herself. She stands up for herself and says a stern «No, thank you» when she does not like something and she also appreciates the things we do for her in a very vocal manner. She knows what is right or wrong for the most part, is very disciplined and follows our instructions. And she is also the same active, playful, logical and social child that she has always been. We like it that while preserving her true nature and personality, the school is teaching her the important things in life and helping her develop her personality.
They have art, language, practical life, sensorial, math, etc at school and my daughter also enjoys her Happy Feet dance and Tuff Tumblers classes — definitely saves us time from driving her back and forth to classes on weekends. They also have classes for soccer, keyboard, etc and we are waiting until my daughter is a little older on the advice of the school (the administrator suggested not to waste money while the kid is still too young when we were ready to pay for the soccer class, which I thought was very nice — of course, at the end of the day, this is a personal choice and decision by each parent but I liked it that she cared enough to make the suggestion). Their lunch menu looks well-​rounded and I like it that the teachers make sure the kids complete at least half of what they serve on the plate (which is a big deal for picky kids). Their snack menu has various kinds of crackers and apple juice — I do wish they offer more variety but I noticed the couple of times I went early that my daughter loves her snack and so, am fine with it!
The administrator and the teachers all talk and breathe Montessori philosophy. If you are looking for a true Montessori school in the area which would foster overall development of your child, Scribbles is the place for you — the administrator Ms Elizabeth even trains Montessori teachers all over the world and is very experienced. They also conduct workshops to educate the parents on Montessori tools, how to bring up the kids with values, how to discipline them in a positive manner, how to interact with them and boost their self-​confidence, etc.
We were concerned about the negative comments on Unilocal and explored the details before applying — we talked to other parents we know and they only had positive things to say about the school. And the office did mention to us upfront that the $ 50 registration fee is nonrefundable and that we should not pay it if we were not sure about the school (and that we might not get admission depending on the available spots, timing of our application, etc and the $ 50 was still nonrefundable). Actually, 2 other schools that we were considering at that time also said the same and their registration fees were even higher at the time, so we just assumed that this was normal. And they do make it very clear during the admission process and also every month (in their newsletter to parents) about the notice period and prorating the monthly dues against the initial deposit. I did hear from a parent of a kid who left the school that they do adjust the deposit against the last month fees without any issues as long as you give the notice appropriately. Just wanted to add what I learned as a parent who currently sends my kid there :)
The only problem that I can think of is the parking. The school is a part of an apartment complex and has limited open spots for parents during pickup and drop-​off. I handle this by parking my car outside the complex and never had to walk more than a few steps to get to the school.

What’s wrong with these people. I called and booked an appointment to tour the school. When I arrived they just looked at me blankly as I went from ‘I have an appointment for a tour’ to a helpless ‘t-​o-​u-​r– im here to see the school’.I’m Indian, so it wasn’t my accent that bothered the Indian lady– apparently director — there. She was being quiet to make me realize that I should have brought my child along. Seriously? She glanced at another person who also made big eyes and shrugged until I was like– I’m here to tour the school — to enroll my child. Is something wrong’. She shook her head disapprovingly and said, if you had called we’d have asked you to bring you child with you.’ I made an appointment and time on a working day you crazy woman! She could have just asked me. My kids school is down the street and I’d have brought him! Finally she said. How old is your child. I told her. Well, call next time and bring your child with you. You’ll have to first full an application form before we do a tour. ’ eh?
Can’t imagine my kid learning communication or manners here! She needs a lesson first.

Scribbles Montessori is a TRAVESTY posing as child education.
It is a RIP OFF.
My son and I sat in and observed the class. I thought it was ok, it was a structured environment and I thought for a year it might be a good environment for my son who needs a bit more structure than he gets at home.
The administration of the center is comprised of the prinicipal and the prinicipal’s assistant. The Assistant was a young, haughty girl and the principal is an older haughty woman. Both acted as if their center was so special, I would be lucky if my son were to be accepted. I don’t know why I stuck around and paid the enrollment fee to get him considered for this center. I should have read the warning signs.
I filled out the registration paperwork. I asked for some literature on the center (ie: photocopied information). They told me only those students who were enrolled actually got these 10 cent photocopy sheets they had that described the center and its philosophy.
I don’t know what possessed me. Perhaps manipulated by their superior attitude, I actually paid my 50 $ registration fee. I was told they would contact me in 2 weeks. No one ever contacted me. I called them and was told they would return the call. I called 3 times, leaving voice mails, no on returned my call. Finally, about 6 weeks later, I tried again. A live human being (the assistant) actually answered the phone. She informed me that my son had not gotten into their school. No apologies, no excuses for not informing me earlier. Nothing.
I told them I had applied to their school in good faith, that I had given them a $ 50 registration fee, and they had not even provided the courtesy of notifying us of my son’s acceptance status so I could make intelligent decisions about where his last preschool year would be spent. I asked for my registration fee back. They, of course, told me that it was nonrefundable.
I know people who send their children to this center and these parents are happy with the education their children are receiving. But I believe there is something wrong with the way this institution does BUSINESS, I believe they are either unethical, irresponsible or BOTH, and their haughty attitude about their center is a grand turn-​off.
I am thankful that my son never went there. He went to Gan Sameach which is an INCREDIBLE preschool and now he is in Kindergarten at a wonderful school where he is happy and self-​motivated to learn. These people probably did me a favor, but I am pissed that I had to pay $ 50 for the lesson.