Gloria Dei Montessori School

Posted: September 13, 2024

I have been incredibly impressed with this school. We enrolled our son in the Toddler classroom and have been exceedingly impressed. The level of communication with the Brightwheel App has been helpful. The teachers are trained in Montessori principles and you can tell the philosophy is implemented to a high standard in the classroom. I find the school to be affordable with high quality care! I am grateful.

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Posted: April 1, 2018

Child in 3-6 age group never received homework. Parents were told to not help at home and to let the teachers handle everything.

Posted: April 1, 2018

They might be effective in the higher grades but not all teachers are effective in the 3-6 class.

Posted: April 1, 2018

Yes for compassion, but not so much for respect. The children do not learn boundaries and I have seen students speak disrespectfully to adults without being addressed about it by their teachers.

Posted: April 1, 2018

The Director takes interest in the students and parents.

Posted: April 1, 2018

The Montessori method has this built in to the teaching style.

Posted: April 1, 2018

Posted: April 1, 2018

Mediocre...if you are using Dayton Public Schools as the bar, then it is FANTASTIC, but if you live in a different area or expect much more from a school where you pay tuition you will probably be disappointed.

Posted: February 13, 2016

My daughter has never experienced the Montessori method of teaching. After attending Gloria Dei, her confidence has soared. She loves the work and helping other children. The teachers are amazing. They care about the children. Laurie is God-sent. She is very open and down to earth. I could see that she is very passionate about the scool.

Posted: February 13, 2016

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Posted: February 16, 2011

My son has been raised using the montessori methods and is thriving. GDMS is great because the teacher is in tune with the interests of my child and provides interesting materials and topics that are completely in sync. This provides a most exciting learning environment. Additionally the school fosters leadership, group cooperation, group problem solving and participation, and provides a safe and peaceful environment. It's an amazing place.

Posted: January 19, 2011

Our children have attended GDMS for 3 year now, and the kids both respond to the question "How was school?" with "ROCKIN' GOOD!" They learn life skills, including leadership, self-confidence, problem-solving, even flower-arranging and bird-watching. We have watched our 6 year old son make amazing progress with his reading and writing skills, and our 4 year old daughter is exeriencing a wonderful social environment. They spend a good amount of time outside, and they seem to be getting a very well-rounded education.

Posted: January 17, 2011

This is an amazing school with strong curriculum, excellent teachers and community parent involvement. The leadership at the school is very in tune with what is going on in the classrooms and communicates with the parents regularly. My daughter absolutely loves school and looks forward to going everyday. I have to drag her away when when it is time to pick her up.

Posted: January 14, 2011

GDM is a true community. Parents are involved. Teachers are dedicated. And Children thrive! Whether your child has a Montessori background or not, Gloria Dei does a wonderful job of supporting chlldren along their educational path. I have one child who came in late to the Montessori world (5 grade) and one who only knows GDM - both thrive.

Posted: January 14, 2011

All four of our children attended GDMS. Our older daughter is now the Director, her dream come true(from age 8 or 10). The community that evolves with parents, students and staff continues on beyond time constraints. The commanraderie that exists continues into this timeframe with ease--friendships developed at GDMA continue, also even though they are all in their mid-30's. Scholastically it is beyond any classroom in the area--the term "follow the child" is definitely

Posted: January 13, 2011

My children love going to school, and actually look forward to going. They are learning material much faster here than at a public school, and they don't even know it!!!! The community here is fantastic, and all the parents help each other and their children.

Posted: January 13, 2011

Truly caring teachers and administrators. Great environment for learning. Couldn't imagine our son anywhere else!

Posted: January 13, 2011

The best thing to have happened to us! By the end of the third grade my son nearly hated school. We found GDMS and turned him completely around. Now he can't wait to get to school. They are great educationally, but also teach the children important socialization skills. The kids get plenty of much needed exercise which helps keep them focused. They have rock wall climbing, skating, ice skating and swimming each year. There is a camping trip every year as well as a night spent at Sunwatch. Field trips are many and very varied. We are going to miss the school when he has to leave for 9th grade. Very, very highly recommend this school.

Posted: January 13, 2011

We have two girls one 3 and one 10. Our 10 year old attended GDMS and really thrived in the environment they provide. We enjoy the Montessori method enough that we attempt, when we can, to imitate it at home. Our 3 year old is there now and thrives in this environment as well. We recommend GDMS to all our friends and have been glad to be a member of their community.

Posted: January 12, 2011

My four year old son attends GDM and loves it. I really appreciated their concern for healthy snacks/lunch and their commitment to getting the kids outside a lot. The environment is especially good for helping my high energy boy learn how to get along with others and to properly channel his energy.

Posted: January 12, 2011

Gloria Dei is an excellent school. The children are learn in a community environment. Besides the 3 R's, the children learn to respect each other and appreciate the diversity of the classroom population. The teachers are excellent leaders who care about each member/student in their community/classroom. Under the leadership of the teachers, the children take ownership of the classroom, the materials and ownership of their education. Parental involvement is always welcomed and encouraged. I know my children are receiving an excellent education and acquiring valuable social skills that will enable them to be strong leaders and community members through their school years and into adulthood.