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The Whole Earth Montessori School
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Contact Information OUR ADDRESS
2930 228th St SE
Bothell, WA 98021

Phone Number
Call (425) 486-3037
Visit our website
http://www.wemschool.org/

Description

The Whole Earth Montessori School (WEM), established in 1986, is a Washington State approved Private School and an American Montessori Society (AMS) accredited Montessori School specializing in the instructional methodologies of Montessori education with the following goals in mind:

Developing respect for self through academic excellence: This begins at WEM with a prepared Montessori classroom that lends itself to student success; a clean, organized environment that includes an accredited staff and a full array of Montessori materials and learning activities in each classroom.

Global perspective by developing respect for others: WEM is fortunate to be centralized in an economically and culturally diverse community. Developing in each child a respect for others through an appreciation for the similarities, as well as the differences that exist among the people of the world occurs naturally in the classroom setting. This is enriched by both the Montessori curriculum and the parent volunteers who share aspects of their cultures with the students.

Respect for the environment through environmental awareness: Leading by example with the use of on-site Solar and Geo-Thermal systems, WEM offers students more than just a recycling program. The Whole Earth Montessori curriculum and campus offers students a hands-on experience and education from our 2.5 acre, natural environment. Activities range from stream-keeping, gardening and horticulture to studies in alternative energy.

THE MONTESSORI LEARNING ENVIRONMENT:

The learning environment is central to the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori.  Acknowledging this, the Whole Earth strategy to advance the school’s mission is stated in the following manner: 

“Believing children to be the most valuable natural resource on Earth and the best hope for the realization of our vision, we will offer a prepared environment in which each child can grow in his or her own time and way toward their greatest potential; mentally, emotionally, socially, creatively and spiritually.”

“It is the child who is the future of humanity.  It is he who constructs the adult of the future.  He possesses powers of concentration and spontaneous learning that the adult does not possess; for this alone, he deserves a tremendous amount of respect.  He is smaller, but not inferior; he is one who is to be revered.”  - Maria Montessori

 

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Bothell, Washington
2930 228th St SE

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2.00

My child is not that type and before meeting him, I was told they didn't want to admit him. They never met him, they only met my husband and I.

Posted by on 01/14/2017

When trying to register my son at this school I felt that they really were after a "type" of child that they wanted at their school. My child is not that type and before meeting him, I was told they didn't want to admit him. They never met him, they only met my husband and I. Luckily we found a school where our son is excelling and is cared for and loved. If your child has any challenges or is different in anyway, find another school.

5.00

From day one I have felt nothing but gratitude and appreciation for what the school, staff and leadership provide.

Posted by on 11/29/2015

This school is the heart and essence of Montessori. My daughter has been part of this amazing community for the last 7 years and my son just started in early childhood. 

For my 4th grader, Her love of learning, confidence in the world, and her respect of self, others and the environment around her are only a few of the amazing gifts she has received. She is still in love with learning and challenging her self daily.

For my son, he is loving his class, his teachers and making new friends.  He is quickly learning how to be part of a community and his love of learning is growing. He is well cared for and the teachers continuously watch out his well being.

The teachers are connected, tuned in and always watching out for the best interest of each student. 

From day one I have felt nothing but gratitude and appreciation for what the school, staff and leadership provide. Academically she is excelling, and their approach of educating the "whole child" has allowed her access to a well rounded education. 

The school is also working to build a thriving parent community including a Parent Advocacy Group, out of school meet ups and parents night out.  I feel a true sense of community being built and friendships being formed. 

Overall, I know this is a learning campus that exceeds the qualifications of their American Montessori Society accreditation status.