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Counterpane School is one of very few Montessori environments in the country that extends the Montessori philosophy from the 3 year-old through twelfth grade. Approximately 80 students and 10 teachers share in this project-based, co-worker, co-learner environment.
Counterpane's Primary classroom has received the AMI Certificate of Recognition.
In 1995, Counterpane School became a member of the Coalition of Essential Schools, a national school reform organization founded at Brown University.
Counterpane`s campus is on 14 wooded acres with organic gardens, farm animals, and a profusion of wildflowers. The academic program relies on mixed ages, an interdisciplinary curriculum, and boasts a fully integrated arts program.
Counterpane celebrates a diverse population and 100% acceptance to college since first graduating class in 1991.
The student body from pre-school through high school is divided
into three communities of learners: Primary (3 to 6 years); Lower
School (6 to 12 years); and Upper School (12 to 18 years). This
format ensures an environment in which each student can develop
intellectually and emotionally at his or her own rate. Geography,
creative writing, problem solving, life science, and community
service are integral parts of the curriculum at all levels, Primary
through high school. At the Upper School level (12 to 18 years),
the curriculum is exclusively college-preparatory, and the
environment closely resembles a workplace with individual
contracts, group projects, team meetings, class discussions, and
student/teacher appointments. Independent study, joint-enrollment
with local colleges, and professional internships are incorporated
as achievement, commitment, and maturity permit. Long-term research
projects and community service involvement are inherent in the
program. Students address political and environmental
responsibilities as well as develop in-depth analytical and
communication skills. Throughout high school, each student is
assisted in evaluating and addressing his or her individual
strengths and weaknesses in order to achieve college readiness both
academically and emotionally. The resulting confidence,
self-awareness, and genuine desire for inquiry make college a
natural conclusion and confirm life as a continuous learning and
growing
experience.
Counterpane students enjoy acceptances from colleges such as
Auburn University, Berry College, Boston College, Boston
University, Bowdoin College, Brandeis University, Brown University,
Caltech, Carnegie Mellon University, Claremont McKenna College,
College of Charleston, Colorado State, Columbia University, Cornell
University, Digipen, De Paul University, Emory University, Georgia
Institute of Technology, Georgia State University, Harvey Mudd
College, Haverford College, Johnson & Wales, Macalester, M.I.T.,
New Mexico School of Mining and Technology, New York
University, Penn State Univ0ersity, Savannah College of Art and
Design, Sweet Briar College, Tulane University, the
University of Georgia, the University of Kentucky, the University
of Mississippi, and Virginia Tech.
To date, all graduates have been accepted to four-year colleges
or
universities.
Counterpane evaluates students through written assessments, and
students do not receive grades until ninth grade. Dual Enrollment
with a local university is encouraged during a student's junior or
senior year. A student may also opt for an additional year in High
School if personal needs or goals dictate.
Grades: PK-12 | 1,219 students9.5 miles 8817 Hwy 54 West Sharpsburg, GA 30277 (770) 251-6770
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School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(3 reviews)
52/24/2016
Counterpane Montessori School fosters an environment that is child-centered and develops the unique abilities and independence of its students. Our oldest daughter attends Primary and our youngest daughter participates in SOUNS. Best decision for our family.
- Posted by Parent - Dom.k
510/20/2015
Love the school! I've been A parent of an arrow child for two years now. I was unhappy with the public schools and this has been a great experience for both my children who are very different both academically and socially.
- Posted by Parent - Lchri
510/20/2015
My son has attended this school since he was 2.5 years old (he is now 13, in the 8th grade). He has learned how to be independent, how to study, how to manage his time, and how to love learning. The teachers are wonderful, wise, patient and kind. We are blessed to have our son here!
- Posted by Parent - lscow
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