RIDGEMOOR PARK MONTESSORI

Ridgemoor Park Montessori is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Grand Rapids Public Schools school district, located in Grand Rapids, MI with about 69 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 2 teachers, Ridgemoor Park Montessori has a student/teacher ratio of about 34:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Ridgemoor Park Montessori is a private educational institution located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic experience based on the Montessori philosophy. The school focuses on fostering independence, critical thinking, and a love for learning by creating a "prepared environment" that caters to the individual developmental needs of each child. By emphasizing hands-on, self-directed activity and collaborative play, the school aims to cultivate both intellectual growth and social-emotional maturity in its students.

The school serves a range of age groups, typically catering to early childhood and primary education, and is known for its commitment to the classic Montessori principles of personalized instruction and mixed-age classrooms. Located in the Ridgemoor neighborhood, the school provides a quiet, community-focused setting that encourages students to engage deeply with their curriculum and the world around them. With an emphasis on developing well-rounded individuals, Ridgemoor Park Montessori stands as a cornerstone for families seeking an alternative, child-centered approach to education in the Grand Rapids area.

For more information, contact Ridgemoor Park Montessori at (616) 819-5321 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.