It's a school of good intentions, but I will never recommend anyone to take their child there, or work there. The environment is pretty, but there are not enough activities that are developmentally appropriate, and most of the teachers are not trained Montessori, which creates more stress on the children and the teacher. With the stress, there is a lot of emphasis placed on discipline than would be necessary if the activities and schedule were more developmentally appropriate for the children. The structure is too rigid for young children of that age. The set of the center would be for children who are FULLY potty-trained, disciplined and quiet. Which represents a small percentage of children. There is a happy and sad face chart, which is hardly ever accurate, and it just creates tension between the parents and their children. I've heard parents often say they are searching for another center that better suits their child.

Mrs Maronie and her staff at AJ Ward are the best. I recommend all of my friends and co workers.

I love how they have transformed my child. My child use to be very shy and would not come out of her shell. A.J. Ward Montessori has brought out an artist out of my child. I've been with them for over 5 years and would recommend them to everyone.