Google reviewers rate Preston Ridge Montessori 4.8 out of 5 based on 64 reviews, with the owner responding to 80% of them. Positive feedback highlights a diverse, inclusive community, nutritious meals, and extracurricular activities like yoga and soccer. Parents frequently praise staff communication, classroom cleanliness, and camera access for monitoring child development. Recurring themes include improved socialization, independence, and smooth transitions for new students. The sole low-star reviews cite an upsetting experience with a toddler and difficulty securing a tour.
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Amazing community, amazing staff, and great with the kids. I love Preston Ridge Montessori
James, thank you for sharing such kind words about Preston Ridge Montessori. We are grateful for your trust and so glad to hear that you feel supported by our community and staff as we care for and teach your child each day.
Mrs Nikki and Laurie are great for the growth of this center and the development of these children
Mitch, thank you for sharing these kind words about Mrs. Nikki and Laurie. We’re glad to hear their dedication is supporting the growth of the center and helping the children learn and thrive.
We had a very upsetting experience with Preston Ridge Montessori in Alpharetta.<br>Our toddler attended the school for only two days before we made the decision to withdraw him. We had visited the school numerous times and observed the classroom before enrolling, so we felt comfortable with our decision to give it a try.<br><br>However, while he was there, we observed him on the classroom cameras sitting apart from the rest of the class and crying. What was especially upsetting was watching the teacher and aide walk past him without engaging with him, offering him a toy, or even acknowledging that he was upset. This was very concerning to us because he is a friendly, social toddler who normally engages with the people and children around him and does not typically sit isolated by himself.<br><br>We immediately went to the school to get him. When we asked about what we had observed, we did not feel that the teachers provided a satisfactory explanation for why he had been left in that situation.<br><br>Even more concerning to us, after this experience, our child became fearful about being left alone. As parents, it was heartbreaking to see our previously comfortable child develop that fear following such a short experience at the school.<br><br>We also had a difficult experience trying to obtain a refund after withdrawing him, which required repeated emails and conversations with the school.<br><br>I sincerely wish our experience had been different. No parent wants to see their toddler crying and isolated while adults responsible for their care walk past without engaging with them. Based on our experience, I would not feel comfortable recommending this school to other parents looking for a school for their toddler.
Lisa, we’re very sorry to hear about the experience you describe and the impact it had on your family and your toddler. Supporting children as they transition into a new environment and responding to their emotions with care is extremely important to us, and we regret that you left feeling unsettled. We would appreciate the opportunity to speak with you directly about what happened and your refund experience; please contact our parent support team at 800-527-3848 so we can talk this through together.
My daughter is 1.5 years old and has been attending Preston Ridge Montessori for a little over a month now and she loves it!! This was her first time away from home and the first week was hard for her but now she loves coming to school and loves her teachers!! I can also see a change in her socialization skills and independence, I am so happy we found Preston Ridge!!
Alma, thank you for sharing this wonderful update about your daughter’s experience at Preston Ridge Montessori. It is so special to hear how her confidence, independence, and social skills are growing, and we feel honored that you trust us to be part of her early learning journey.
We absolutely love this school! It’s a very diverse and inclusive community where every student is genuinely cared for and supported. They do a wonderful job teaching practical life skills while also giving each child the individual attention they need to grow and develop.<br><br>The school also offers a great variety of extracurricular activities, including yoga, soccer, painting, and more. We’ve been so happy with our experience and are already looking forward to having our next child become part of this wonderful school community!
Leah, thank you for sharing such kind words about our school community and programs. It means a lot to know your family feels supported and that your child is thriving, and we’re honored you’re planning for your next child to join us as well.
We have been very pleased by our experience Preston Ridge Montessori. We appreciate the thoughtfulness and caring nature of the staff, Ms. Nikki, Ms. Laurie, Ms. Alma and Ms. Sumathy. We appreciate the changes Ms. Nikki has implemented to further improve our experience, from communication to food preparation. We feel empowered to send our child to school and know that there is thoughtfulness behind with the day to day experience.
Simran, thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback about Preston Ridge Montessori and our team. We are glad the communication, daily care, and recent improvements help you feel confident sending your child to school and appreciate your trust in us.
We have had a wonderful experience with Preston Ridge Montessori! Our daughter speaks very highly of her teachers, enjoys the menu (which is fantastic to know she’s getting nutritious meals) and we have peace of mind knowing she’s learning and is in a safe environment while we are away!
Brooke, thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback about Preston Ridge Montessori. It means a great deal to know your daughter feels supported, enjoys her meals, and that you have peace of mind while she learns and grows with us in a safe environment.
My baby absolutely love it here . After two weeks she has progressed so much ! She’s more independent on so many levels for her age. So thank you to her teachers for all the love and patience.
Brittany, thank you for sharing this thoughtful feedback and for trusting us with your baby’s early learning. It means so much to hear how independent she is becoming, and we will be sure to share your kind words with her teachers and team.
My son’s favorite words regarding Preston Ridge Montessori, “I LOVE SCHOOL.”
Hearing that your son says “I love school” about Preston Ridge Montessori truly means a lot to our team. Thank you for sharing this; we’re grateful for your trust and are glad he feels happy and excited to learn here.
We recently made the decision to move our child to Preston Ridge after several years at another school, and we were honestly nervous about making such a big change. Moving a young child away from a familiar environment, teachers, and friends is never easy. We were so pleasantly surprised by how smooth the transition was, and we truly credit the warm and welcoming environment at Preston Ridge.<br><br>The teachers are incredibly caring, patient, and genuinely sweet with the children. From the very beginning, our child felt comfortable and welcomed, which gave us so much peace of mind as parents. She’s excited to go to school every day, has settled in naturally, and is really thriving. Seeing her build relationships with her teachers and classmates and become so comfortable in a new environment has been such a relief to us.<br><br>One of the things that really stands out to us is how thoughtful the school is about the children’s overall well-being. They have an in-house chef, and we recently learned that the meals are prepared without added salt or sugar. Even for occasional treats, they use alternatives like maple syrup rather than processed sugar. Those kinds of details really matter to us. The food already tastes great, but knowing that the school is so thoughtful about what goes into it makes it even better.<br><br>The cameras are another feature we really appreciated, especially during the transition. Sometimes you just miss your kid in the middle of the day, and being able to take two minutes to check in and see them in the classroom is such a nice reassurance as a parent. I don’t find myself checking nearly as much now that our child is fully settled, but in those early weeks, it made a big difference.<br><br>We also really like the school’s approach to learning. There’s a strong Montessori component, with an emphasis on allowing children to take the lead and building on their interests. At the same time, the teachers do a great job introducing activities and concepts that help prepare them for the next stage, including kindergarten. It feels like a good balance between following the child and making sure they’re developing the skills they need. I especially like that the teachers find ways to make learning interesting and engaging while still making sure the kids are learning what they need to learn.<br><br>Ms. Nikki, the director, has also made a great impression on us. She’s clearly passionate about the school and is constantly looking for ways to improve an already wonderful environment. She’s approachable, open to feedback, and makes a real effort to hear from parents and understand what is working and what could be even better.<br><br>We are so grateful that we found Preston Ridge. After getting to know the school, the teachers, and the way they care for and educate the children, we feel confident that we made the right decision for our family. We would absolutely recommend Preston Ridge to other families looking for a nurturing environment, thoughtful teachers, strong early education, and leadership that genuinely cares.
Ritu, thank you for sharing such a thoughtful reflection on your family’s experience at Preston Ridge. It means a great deal to our entire team to know your child feels happy, secure, and inspired to learn here, and we are grateful for your trust and recommendation.