Dearcroft Montessori School

My kids spent their elementary and part of their secondary at Dearcroft before moving to a new country. Dearcroft was not only a school to us, it became our family and the kids enjoyed every single day during their time... Not to mention, Dearcroft provided them with the best education and taught them many life skills that will remain with them forever.. Special thanks to all the staff, the administrator and of course Mr. Phippin.

Added: I am sure others have had different experiences. I’m speaking on my experience and how my family and I were treated. The reality is we were treated horribly by Ms. LaRoche, Gordon Phippen and Catherine DeBorba, because we spoke up in regards to our concerns. Really unsettling behaviour considering I was leaving my child in their care. It’s nice to see ‘the owners’ perfectly scripted response now for the world to see, when previously my many phones calls and emails went unanswered. All the best. — -

My daughter started in the toddler program doing a full year and is presently in the casa program. After my daughter started the toddler program at age 2 under Ms LaRoche, Mrs Shipton and Mrs Kim’s care, not only was it a safe and loving environment but at the same time one that nurtured independence and responsibility to duty. The toddler teachers are an excellent mix all being very consistent with the Montessori principles as well as someone my daughter could always count on whenever she needed that extra touch of kindness. My family have been especially appreciative of Ms LaRoche plain honesty to us as parents, it has help us work together to help my daughter grow. I value her honesty to us as parents very highly. Needless to say the foundation done at the toddler level has helped my daughter immensely at the CASA level, and I say this not only in the academic sense but more her attitude to learning. My daughter still speaks dearly about Ms LaRoche, Mrs Shipton and Mrs Kim every now and then, for a child her age to be doing so even though she has been in the Casa class for half a year already says a lot of the positive impact they had on her. A special note on the administration at the school, Mrs Deborba never cease to amaze us with her consistently prompt replies and follow ups. At Dearcroft Montessori I know my kids are in safe hands and nurtured to be independent, respectful and responsible individuals.

I don’t normally write reviews, however, at a time when teaching our children about the importance of standing up for others and being an ally is more important than ever before, it is for this reason I feel compelled to stand up for Dearcroft Montessori School by sharing my own amazing experience with them. Let me first start by saying I have extremely high standards as a parent - and it is for this reason I chose Dearcroft Montessori for my toddler - over the other accredited Montessori schools in the Oakville and nearby areas. What stood out to me immediately was the warm and caring atmosphere shown to me by the staff who work there. It was very clear that their knowledge and passion for children is second to none, and I feel very lucky to be part of such a caring and intimate community. My son has been in Ms. LaRoche’s and Ms. Kim’s toddler class since September 2018. Under their caring leadership, he has excelled and continues to excel in all areas, including his vocabulary, confidence, and overall independence. I have a very positive relationship with Ms. LaRoche, Ms. Kim, and Catherine DeBorba, and I have seen and experienced first hand the excellent care they provide to my son and our family on a daily basis. I'm especially grateful for the amazing care and attention that Ms. LaRoche has shown my son and our family. She has my son's best interest at heart, and I have come to rely on her as a positive influence in my son's daily life and development. There is no other class I would rather my son be in than the toddler program at Dearcroft Montessori under the compassionate and kind leadership of the staff who work there. I want to personally thank Ms. LaRoche, Ms. Kim and Catherine for the positive difference they make and continue to make in my son’s daily life, and in our family’s life. Added: Thank you so much for your thoughtful response. I really appreciate it. Your kind reply further validates the amazing customer service I continue to receive from Dearcroft Montessori. I want you to know that I have registered my son for next year's toddler class because of how much progress he continues to make under Ms. LaRoche's wonderful leadership. And what's truly music to my ears is when I tell my son that he's going to school to see Ms. LaRoche - his face lights up with a big smile and he shouts - 'yay!' in sheer delight. That to me is a true testament of the caring learning environment that is carefully and thoughtfully orchestrated by Ms. LaRoche and Ms. Kim. PS: Every time I call the Dearcroft office, Catherine continues to impress me with her above and beyond customer service and knowledge about the school. Her warm and kind demeanour truly embodies and accurately represents the values of the caring and intimate school that make Dearcroft stand out. Your team is truly amazing! Thanks again, Lidia

highly do NOT recommend