Guidepost Montessori at Powell

"I am incredibly grateful for the exceptional experience my children have had at Guidepost Montessori. The staff's dedication to the Montessori approach is evident, but what truly sets them apart is their genuine care for the kids. The way they speak about my children reflects a deep understanding and affection, assuring me that my little ones are in capable hands. Additionally, the administration's impactful role in the school's turnaround further highlights the commitment to excellence. Guidepost Montessori has not only embraced the educational philosophy but has also fostered an environment where each child is known, valued, and nurtured."

"Great workplace environment. I am so grateful that our new director has stepped up and built this lovely community of guides. The hiring and onboarding process is very thorough which as a guide I appreciate. Management is also very helpful with aiding classrooms when needed and does a good job knowing what goes on in their classrooms. It is a wonderful experience to work with so many Montessori passionate people who care about children. Management also shares the same level of love for the children as us guides do. Our location has turned into a school that I am proud to say I work at. As Guidepost continues to grow to other locations, I hope they are just as wonderful as our location and I also hope that the families feel the same way. - Lead Nido Guide"

"Our experience with Guidepost Montessori was deeply disappointing and distressing. Despite our hopes for a nurturing and supportive environment for our 3-year-old son, we were met with a lack of understanding, communication, and support from the school administration. Our son was suspended for a week just before Christmas due to hitting, kicking, and biting behaviors. We met with the school, and requested their input to be proactive by having someone from their headquarters observe our son. This never took place after constant requests for a follow-up meeting. Instead of working with us to address these issues and explore potential underlying causes, the school abruptly informed us that he could no longer return, without any prior meetings or attempts to find solutions together at the end of January. Furthermore, our son reported instances of mistreatment by his teacher, including one incident where his hand was squeezed forcefully. Such behavior is unacceptable and deeply concerning in an educational setting meant to foster trust and care. It's evident that the school's handling of our situation fell short of providing the necessary support and resources that our son, and by extension, our family, needed. We can't help but feel that our experience may have been influenced by discriminatory factors, as we were the only Black family in the class. This adds another layer of distress to an already difficult situation. In sharing our experience, our hope is to shed light on the shortcomings of Guidepost Montessori and prevent other families from experiencing similar hardships. Every child deserves a fair chance to thrive in an environment that values their individual needs and provides genuine support to both children and their families."

"Our experience has been absolutely first-class. The leadership team and classroom guides are professional and have truly taken a genuine interest in caring for our kids. I highly recommend considering Guidepost Powell!"

"I can not say enough good things about this school. I wish I could take the teachers (guides) home as live-in nannies - they are amazing! They take such good care of my two kids, sending daily updates with pictures and EXTENSIVE daily details. It is very clean and materials are cared for. I love the sense of community here as well. There are very wonderful families with sweet kids that I feel very lucky my children get to grow with!"