Happy Childrens Montessori

Top notch Montessori school here. My son just finished up his third year and my daughter her first. It’s been great for both of them.

My wife and I consider ourselves very lucky to have come across Happy Children’s Montessori. Its been a blessing to not only have our child attend but has given us, as parents, a valuable experience in being a part of high-​performing and demanding school.
I came across their location and website with a Google Map search looking for Preschools. The preschool itself makes use of a few rooms of Hillsboro Presbyterian Church. Though its not directly affiliated with the church, the school does share Christian values, by having themes during each month (ex: Respecting others, Self-​control, Honesty, Patience, and Kindness).
As the title of the school implies, it implements a program based on the work of Maria Montessori. The school also make use of methods based on the book Love & Logic when dealing with issues or areas of conflicts with kids. The kids typically get a lesson on an item of their choosing or something they’re encouraged to work on. From there the child «works» on demonstrating proficiency and is on to their next piece of work.
The emphasis is definitely on the child’s «work». The kids start a project and can return to it each and everyday until they get it done. They learn how to respect one another, each others’ space/​work areas, ask for assistance when needed, and how to politely move around.
Its not only about work and learning, there’s time for play, outdoors in a safe play area, or a large indoor playroom for running around and burning off extra energy. They plant flowers in a garden, have a field day near the end of the year, and hold 2 concerts, 1 before Christmas break and 1 before the end of the school year. They have 1 field trip a year, when they visit a local pumpkin farm during the fall.
We couldn’t ask for a more well-​rounded preschool and more loving teachers. Heather and Kaycee really are angels to our kids. Guiding them, celebrating their achievements, and making them feel warm and welcome at all times. I will forever be thankful for having come across this school, making the choice to apply/​register, and having the opportunity to get our child enrolled. God bless you, and thank you for reading our review.

Life changing. The best preschool and kindergarten. Not just academics, but life skills, and social courtesy. (With success… A place like this actually exists?)
Our children are able to learn so many things at their own pace in a loving and peaceful environment. The teacher is amazing with the children.
We wanted our slightly shy, yet jumping and active, always wandering, waiting for something «fun» son to be ready for kindergarten. We were so impressed, we decided to keep him there to do kindergarten! He is much more focused and confident (still jumping and active… but at more appropriate times). Then, we couldn’t wait to send our strong personality, ever so independent daughter there to learn ASAP! Now she is much more directed and challenged than directing and challenging. :) The changes in both of them are extraordinary! (Thank you Heather!)
They are able to learn so much more than you’d expect in such a short school day. We highly recommend this school. Our lives have changed for the better thanks to Happy Children’s Montessori. The Montessori methods are great, of course. But it is the teacher (and her assistants) that makes them Happy Children.

My daughter, Iris is a student of Happy Children’s Montessori and this year is her 1^st year going to Montessori. Since she started the program Sept 2012, she has been improved in many ways. Her English has been improved and she learns manners such as how to behave & talk to others. She also became very independent. With many diff educational programs, she enjoys very much. She loves to go to the school & she sings every morning when we are on the way to school. I highly recommend this school. We are very appreciate Heather & Emma’s support & help. Thank you so much. Happy new year to both of you!

Our 4 y/​o has flourished while attending HCM for about the past year. He comes home teaching us things I didn’t expect him to learn for another 2 years. ie the continents etc. He is excited to learn new things, and seems very happy most days.
I appreciate the diversity in class as well. All the children are very unique but seem to have formed an excellent class and bonded. The cleanliness of the class is impeccable as well.
I also believe the pricing is excellent as well. You never want to skimp on your childs learning to save a few bucks, but HCM seemed to be on the lower end of monthly costs, so that was an added bonus.
I would like to note: It takes a pretty strict and disciplined person or persons to keep our 100% crazy 4 y/​o boy in check and get him to focus on things. Heather and Kaycee were up to the task and have succeeded.
We are sad to be moving out of state and having to take our son out of the school, but I hope my review will help you to decide to at least check it out and replace him with your own pride and joy so the other children can keep on growing together.