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"When we were looking around for schools to send our 3 year old daughter - our main priority was focused on education and overall learning experience. We didn't want to send her to a "daycare", we wanted to give her the best education from the start.

Growing Minds Montessori School was the first school we toured and were immediately impressed with the educational tools and learning stations set up for the children. The Director Mrs. Ansari is very dedicated to her school and it shows in her manner with the children and the organizational and educational thought behind her classroom set up.

Not only is she the director but also leads one of the classrooms as a teacher which shows her level of involvement in her school. The teachers are impeccable and care for the children as if they are their own - speaking in a nice way, teaching them manners and always respecting each other

We couldn't have asked for a better environment for our daughter to be in - it's diverse, warm, welcoming, and intelligently stimulating. Our daughter comes home singing and talk about her friends and school experiences. It's all a parent could hope for in a school."

Sarah Sarhan

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"I cannot begin to express how fortunate we are to be a part of the Growing minds community and family . This school is by far the most nurturing and loving environment I have ever seen . I have worked around children for years and my experience with my son at GMMS has far surpassed all my expectations .

They instill a self confidence in their children that leads them to WANT to learn and succeed . Parent involvement is highly encouraged and my experience in the classroom has been inspiring . I have seen my son as well as the other children grow leaps and bounds in just a few short months .

Yes , you can expect your child to be reaching their fullest potential academically and surpassing grade level standards but far more importantly they will grow their self worth and true excitement for learning . Seeing my son welcomed into the classroom with his classmates cheering his name and his never wanting to miss a day of school is all it took for me to understand the loving environment they create .

Mrs Ansari and all of the teachers at growing minds are exceptional and have created a true Montessori with a truly special experience . The kids are taught to respect one another and themselves .The Montessori Method builds a strong foundation for your child's future . If you haven't heard of the Montessori method I highly recommend taking a tour and seeing what they have to offer :)!"

Nora Nasr

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"Both of our Children have graduated from kindergarten at Growing Minds Montessori School (GMMS). It was the best decision we made by choosing GMMS as their first school. This school has not only provided a strong base to our children, it proved to be an excellent contribution to their growth and passion for learning. GMMS underwrote for their beautiful personalities and other skills needing for their future endeavors. We are grateful to be part of GMMS family with Mrs. Uzma Ansari and her dedicated Staff. Your excellent leadership skills and unconditional love has made this school the best school and we truly appreciate everything you did!"

Deep & Rajni Vasishta

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"Our son Dominick attended Growing Minds for 2 years, starting at the age of 4. He was able to learn at his own pace and was excited to attend school every day. We watched him grow and flourish with each passing month as his reading and math skills continuously improved. Mrs. Ansari and the other teachers were very attentive and I could see that they genuinely cared about each child at the school. There were lots of fun ways for parents to be involved in their children's learning activities as well. Dominick particularly took a liking to Geography while learning about different countries and cultures at Growing Minds. Now he is in 4th grade at Windermere Preparatory School. He's in the Advanced Math class, and received straight As on his latest report card. He also placed 2nd in his class in a recent Geography Bee school competition. We are so appreciative of the knowledge, love, and attention Dominick received in his years at Growing Minds Montessori School."

Vince & Cari Falcone

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"Growing Minds Montessori is an enchanting learning environment which has been lovingly crafted by its director, Mrs. Ansari, and her dedicated team of teachers. I knew beyond doubt that this would be the perfect school for our daughter after attending an Open House. I am an elementary school teacher, and I was in awe as I walked around looking at the children’s projects in the classrooms. The math, reading, and writing was easily on par with the work that you would expect to see in a first or second grade classroom. It was also very evident that these preschool students had assumed an incredible level of autonomy for their age. The practical life skills area of the classroom has a huge assortment of items you would not expect a young child to be able to maintain, and yet there everything was in its proper place and the children had just left the building to play outside. Our daughter has now finished her first year with Growing Minds, and she would be completely ready to enter kindergarten this Fall. She is still a couple months shy of her fourth birthday. The teachers are that competent. The classroom environment is peaceful. They play soft music in the background while the children work. Any given day that you drop in, you’ll find some children working on an independent project, others working in pairs and groups, and teachers giving individual or group lessons. I know from experience that this is no easy feat - but the teachers make it look effortless. The classrooms are cheerful and well-organized, and the playground is delightful (and well shaded - a bonus in Florida!) We are at peace knowing that our daughter is in such a nurturing environment. Teachers will stop to study a bug that has caught a child’s attention, or to help them pull up acorn sprouts to uncover its roots. Everything is approached with a sense of wonder. Hugs are given generously throughout the day, and the children are showered with encouraging words. Once when our daughter became ill while at school, Mrs. Ansari held her until she fell asleep. Every day when I say goodbye to my daughter, I feel like I am sending her off with family. Growing Minds has had a huge influence in shaping our little one’s character. There is a constant emphasis on treating others with respect. The teachers always speak to the children in gentle voices, and negative behaviors are treated as learning opportunities. Children are taught how to work in a group setting and how to manage conflicts in a way that promotes cooperation. Parent involvement is fantastic, and all events are well attended. Parents are assigned one month for which they help out with classroom activities, celebrations, field trips, etc.. It’s a wonderful opportunity to get to know other families while making a difference at your child’s school. I volunteered last year to read with the children as a “Reading Mom”, and there are many other ways to be involved. Student diversity is also exceptional. We are thrilled that our daughter is being exposed to so many different cultures in her interactions with classmates. Traditions from around the world are celebrated throughout the year, with parents presenting on their culture’s holidays and customs. We have found the teacher and parent communication to be wonderful. Student work is sent home on Fridays. Every month we receive a very detailed newsletter by email, along with a link to hundreds of pictures posted to a Shutterfly account that show exactly what is happening in the classroom. Pickup and drop off are very well organized, and we look forward to seeing our daughter's teachers as they are always eager to share information about her progress, especially those academic firsts (first time she wrote her name by herself, first words read, etc..) Growing Minds Montessori is a gem of a school where children truly develop a love of learning. "

Crista Cueto