About Carrig Montessori School
Carrig Montessori School is a traditional Montessori preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten and lower elementary located in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Children ages three four and five years old, in our Primary Program, are offered five day programs from 8:30am to 1pm, 3pm, or as late as 6pm with our Extended Day option. A summer program is available allowing for enrichment year-round.
Our Lower Elementary students, in grades first through third, attend five full days with an extended day option available.
Owned and operated by local parents since 2009, we are committed to providing high quality Montessori education at an affordable price. Our tuition reflects a true desire to serve the community and remain accessible to families in the neighborhood.
Our space is comprised of two classrooms, equal in size, allowing for a total enrollment of 40 children. Student-teacher ratio is one teacher per six students. Outdoor play space includes a private patio and the playgrounds at Cooper Park, located directly across the street.
Below are just a few of the reasons why CMS is considered one of the best schools in the area.
A Traditional Montessori Approach
Children learn best when they feel they have made their own discoveries. The materials in our Montessori classroom allow children the opportunity to explore, create, and build understanding through hands-on experiences. Our combination of a supportive, warm, nurturing environment, paired with a commitment to high fidelity Montessori, consistent expectations and a commitment to academic excellence allows students to comfortably progress in all areas of their development. Parents of students who have moved on from CMS often report that their child has advanced social skills compared to their same age peers and are often a full grade level above their classmates when it comes to academics.
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Highly Qualified Staff
All head teachers hold or are working toward a Master's Degree in Education and are trained in Montessori education. Teachers at CMS, many of whom live in the neighborhood, are hired not only for their qualifications but also their commitment to educating the whole child. CMS believes that the dedication and enthusiasm of teachers is reflected in the success and happiness of the students.
Parent-Teacher Communication
A strong relationship between parents and teachers is an essential part of any preschool experience. At CMS, frequent communication will take place by phone, e-mail, and at pick up and drop off. A photo rich parents-only blog keeps CMS familes updated on the latest happenings in the classroom. Twice a year, parents are invited to formal classroom observations, followed by parent-teacher conferences.
Our Location
Carrig Montessori School is located on Olive Street, a quiet single-lane road in residential Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
The school's many windows look out toward the recently renovated Cooper Park. While primarily used for daily trips to the playground, it is here where CMS families gather for the school's picnics and year-end celebrations.
When each school day comes to an end, families picking up from CMS will often find one another at the park's playgrounds for impromptu playdates, further strengthening the unique sense of community found at the school.
Despite this peaceful setting, CMS remains a short walk from the many stores and restaraunts that surround the Graham Avenue stop on the L.
While many families walk or bike to school, those that drive will find a decent amount of street parking and easy access to Bushwick, McGuinness, Metropolitan, and the BQE.