Oak Trails School

Oak Trails Montessori School is an absolute gem!. We could not be more pleased with the preprimary education our two children have received there. If you believe that your child should be educated in a peaceful, low-key, non-commercialized environment, that your child should be able to take nature walks and to garden at school and that your child s school should be a supportive environment that encourages individual exploration and expression, then you may be an Oak Trails parent! The school is a nonprofit and has no other agenda than presenting the Montessori method of education as originally envisioned by Maria Montessori. The dirt road can be tricky at times, and the outside of the school may not be what you expect, but once you get inside and see the children working, you will feel the magic.
--Submitted by a parent

This has been the perfect place for our little boy. We were first attracted to it's peaceful environment and the focus on daily living activities that children can do on their own to foster independence and confidence - especially at preschool age, they love to do these things (tie shoes, put on jackets, sweep, etc). As he has grown and developed, we've appreciated that he can explore the many wonderful Montessori activities at his level and speed. Attention spans of all the children really develop here. It is a caring, nurturing, healthy environment with healthy food, outdoor play, etc. We can't say enough about the teachers! The facility needs updates, but the tuition is low to allow all access to this great Montessori education - hard to have it both ways, and we could get over old facilities in the interest of diversity and quality.
--Submitted by a parent

After sending my first 2 kids to preschool at other schools, I cannot tell you how very different Oak Trail is! In the first month my 4 year old learned to tie his shoes, all 7 continents and is reading his first words. This school promotes learning at your child level, allowing them to explore the areas that they enjoy earning about first. They teach Spanish and French, all the kids have gardens, they cook every week. Snacks are healthy - and the kids eat them! Things like broccoli, fresh apples, green beans. I can't say enough about this school. We're so glad to have found it.
--Submitted by a parent

My daughters have attended the children's house (for ages (3-6). The quality of teachers is exception. I also like the philosophy of the school - no mass merchandise characters, no sugary foods in lunch, use of reusable materials etc. The school is located in a beautiful nature setting.
--Submitted by a parent