Magothy Cooperative Preschool

"We absolutely love this school! If you value being involved in your child's early education, want them to be able to spend lots of time outdoors, and are able to make the co-op schedule fit your schedule, this would be a wonderful fit for you! The director, teachers, and community of parents are absolutely incredible here. Our daughter is in the Pre-K class this year and I am amazed at how much she has learned in such a short time without once feeling pressured or pushed past where she is developmentally ready. They are well-informed on child development here and honor that in their curriculum. They are still learning early reading and writing skills but the way they structure their day with so much exploration and child-led learning makes that feel like just another adventure to them. They aren't pushed past what they are developmentally ready to do, there are two teachers with a small class size and they work with kids individually frequently. Their curriculum is nature-based and the spend most of their time outdoors. Since starting at this school, I've noticed our daughter's appreciation for nature hass flourished. She points out cloud formations, leaves, and other things she notices to us all the time and she has a deep appreciation for the earth and how important it is to take care of it. I could go on and on about how lovely this school is! We feel very lucky to be able to be a part of it!"

"I do not agree with their hiring process. Leading someone on for two months, having them come in three times on their own time to work for free, and saying they will be in contact...and then they never actually contact you. I declined other jobs waiting on this one and then heard nothing back when they told me that I would. I just find it to be unprofessional and rude."

"The most amazing community of involved parents and incredible teachers. I could not imagine a better school. The instruction is nature based and the indoor and outdoor classrooms are eco friendly and designed to premote positivity in the students and the world around us all. I love being in the classroom as well as attending all of the thoughtful events. I only wish the school continued through elementary!"

"I have sent all of my kids here. A wonderful experience."