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Countryside Montessori Prescho

721 Northport Drive, Madison, WI, 53704-0537 -

School Notes Overview:

At Countryside, the philosophy is to build on the special qualities that the children already have. We strive to help them develop a sense of independence and continuous growth. The Montessori Method is based on a personalized approach to education. Every area of learning entices the child to explore and grow. The guidance found in Montessori classroom exists through one’s self and supported by the adults. The self-directed materials and freedom that is provided in the classroom maintain “ground rules” for conduct and behavior. In addition to this, the Montessori teacher is a constant model and example for the children. The teacher’s role in discipline is also apparent in the way in which materials are offered and demonstrated. Problem-solving (conflict resolution) in preventing problems is a guide to self discipline....

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School Overview:

	Countryside Montessori Prescho
School Type	Early Childhood / Day Care
School Membership(s)	American Montessori Society (AMS) The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
Religious Affiliation	Nonsectarian
Grades Offered	Grades Nursery/Preschool - Prekindergarten
County	Dane County, WI
Student Body
Total Students	45 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(WI) School Avg.
% Students of Color	n/a	14%
Students by Grade
	Pre-K - 40 students
	Kind - 5 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	2 teachers
	This School	(WI) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:19	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	182 days	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	6 hours	7 hours
Admission Deadline	None / Rolling

School Notes:

At Countryside, the philosophy is to build on the special qualities that the children already have. We strive to help them develop a sense of independence and continuous growth. The Montessori Method is based on a personalized approach to education. Every area of learning entices the child to explore and grow. The guidance found in Montessori classroom exists through one’s self and supported by the adults. The self-directed materials and freedom that is provided in the classroom maintain “ground rules” for conduct and behavior. In addition to this, the Montessori teacher is a constant model and example for the children. The teacher’s role in discipline is also apparent in the way in which materials are offered and demonstrated. Problem-solving (conflict resolution) in preventing problems is a guide to self discipline.
Profile last updated: 01/20/2007

School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (53704)	School Zip (53704)	(WI) State Average
Population (Approximate)	43,176 people	5,362,884 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	45%	24%
Population Average Age	35 years old	35 years old
Average Household size	2.2 persons	2.4 persons
Median Household Income	$42,958	$43,153
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	4.9 rooms	5.4 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	44 years old	48 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	55% / 45%	63% / 37%