MY SON HAS BEEN AT DGM FOR OVER 3 YEARS NOW, and I can not say enough about the quality of education that he is receiving. He is not yet 4, but can count to 20, knows the alphabet by site and their sounds, and can write his name. He is very confident, independent, & loves to learn. The staff is very loving and dedicated to making the children’s experience the best it can be. There are some exciting changes happening at the school. This is not a daycare; this is a school even at the Infant level. If you want your child to be independent, self-confident, and love learning, look no further. If you do your homework and understand what Montessori is all about, you will soon discover the value that lies behind the Desert Garden Montessori doors.
Anonymous Parent
I HAVE TWO CHILDREN that have been there from preschool through 5th grade and it has been an oasis. The teachers are all very active and positive in the childs development. The school really does live the environmental path and the children grow up with it as part of their life. They are shown respect and taught respect for each other. it is a kind and intellectually stimulating environment.
Anonymous Parent
THIS IS MY FAMILY’S SECOND YEAR at Desert Garden Montessori, and my son continues to grow beautifully in his understanding and awareness of the world, himself, and how he relates with others. He is still quite young, and the kindness and emotional nurturing he receives every day from his teachers and everyone at the school is incredible; I feel it’s a second home for him, and he loves going in each morning. The staff are friendly and professional, responsive to feedback, and really seem to welcome the ideas of parents. There are many involved parents who make the community strong, and the teachers really know how to reach students as individuals. Every child should have the chance to learn and explore in a school like this!
Anonymous Parent
DGM IS A GREAT SCHOOL, an outstanding environment and a strong community. My daughter was enrolled there from grade 1 until grade 5, when she went into the public school system for grade 6. She was extremely well prepared academically at DGM, receiving straight As from the first month in the public system. However, my daughter and I made the decision to return to DGM for grade 7 as she was missing out on life skills development, community focus, and giving back. She loves being back at DGM, still getting As, and is developing great life skills and great lifetime friendships.
Anonymous Parent
WE HAVE THREE CHILDREN in this school and we are in our first year. I read the reviews before my children started attending DGM and was concerned about the tuition cost and the remarks regarding the quality of education. Currently I have 1 in the infant room and 2 in primary. I couldn’t ask for better teachers and staff. DGM has options for payments and if you or family members have time for volunteering they are more than happy to work with you. This is more than a great education, it is a community that embraces children and offers wonderful experiences that encourage kids to grow to their fullest potential. For those parents who felt their children didn’t do as well in a ‘normal’ education system I have to believe it was because they didn’t’ fully understand the true building blocks of a Montessori education.
Anonymous Parent
MY SON HAS BEEN AT D.G.M. SINCE INFANCY. He is now in his first year in the lower elementary program. All the teachers that he had are still there and when they see me, still ask me how my child and family are doing. Although I have to admit that I miss the closeness I felt in the primary with teachers and other parents, elementary has been exciting. My son is blossoming each day. Parent involvement is centered on me being their to support my son in any way they feel is necessary. My family is looking forward to being at D.G.M. as long as it meets our sons needs.
Anonymous Parent
