Hockessin Montessori School

1000 Old Lancaster Pike, Hockessin, DE, 19707-0197
The Hockessin Montessori School supports the basic Montessori Methods in the multi-age classroom environment that stimulate intellectual, emotional ,social, physical and cultural growth. The school promotes development of self-motivation, independence, curiosity and concern within the framework of a developmentally appropriate academic program.

School Overview:

Hockessin Montessori School
School Type Montessori School
School Membership(s) American Montessori Society (AMS)
Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Delaware Association of Independent Schools
Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Nursery/Preschool - 8
Year Founded 1963
Student Body
Total Students 157 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 16% (DE School Avg.: 28%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 10:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
Average Class Size 20 students
Classroom dress code Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Admissions Director Janette Henry
Admissions Associate Jill Marine
Sports
Total Sports Offered 1 sports
Sports
Basketball
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 6 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Computer Club Dance Club
Drama Club Lego Club
Lego League Soccer

School Notes:

    • Before and After School Care
    • Enrichment classes in Art, Music, Spanish, Library, Computer and Physical Education
    • Summer Camp
    • Accredited By American Montessori Association and Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges

    Profile last updated: 10/05/2011

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Nearby Schools:

Hockessin Montessori School
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-8 | 0 mi. away
Hockessin KinderCare
Gr. Nursery School-PK | 0.4 mi. away
Wilmington Christian School
Gr. PK-12 | 0.5 mi. away
Towle Institute
Gr. 6-12 | 0.8 mi. away
Cacc Montessori School
Gr. K | 0.8 mi. away
Sanford School
Gr. PK-12 | 0.8 mi. away

View all schools in: Hockessin, New Castle County, Zip 19707

School Reviews:

  • Recommended April 25,2013 - HMS was a huge part of my daughter''s educational and emotional growth this year. It was her first time attending school of any kind, and the staff at HMS made the transition completely seamless. Her teachers, Annick and Gwen, along with Janette, Jamie, and all of the staff at HMS, gave her a sense of safety, individuality, and confidence that I hope she will carry with her for the rest of her life. At 4 yrs old, she began the year struggling to recognize letters, and last month she was actually sounding out words to me and beginning to read! She has learned social studies, geography, science, math, and reading, all through hands on play. She has even begun doing chores at home, especially sweeping and making her bed, all thanks to the routines instilled in her at school. Through all of the struggles we''ve had this year, mostly due to my divorce, my daughter has been able to cope extremely well and adjust to our new life with grace and ease. The opportunity for parental involvement is strong, and I''ve enjoyed attending the parent education workshops. To be honest, nothing I can write in a review on this site could possibly do the school any justice. We love, love, LOVE this school!*-Posted by Parent *

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