The Clover School - Midtown Bathurst Campus

We are extremely happy with our experience at Clover School. Starting as a toddler, our son has blossomed in this calm, kind, and loving environment. The teachers and staff are exceptional—not only warm and attentive but genuinely invested in each child’s development. They’ve been incredibly supportive through life transitions, always there to help our child navigate new experiences with patience and care. It’s been wonderful to watch him grow in confidence, curiosity, and kindness. We are happy to be part of Clover community and we highly recommend it to any family seeking a loving environment for their little one.

I can’t say enough good things about The Clover School! When we were looking at various options for our little one at the time, we were immediately drawn to this school because of the hands on learning and nurturing environment they cultivated. The school exposes the children to various activities and topics each week from gardening to French to gym to arts in order to create a rich learning environment. Moreover, all of the staff are kind and caring, and the teachers keep the parents updated on what the class is learning for that week (which as a parent is much appreciated). We have seen our little one grow and learn so much and becoming proudly independent all thanks to the school. A huge bonus is the option for extended care, at hours that are actually doable if you are a working parent. Lastly, this is a privately funded school and the tuition reflects as such, but honestly we don’t regret it one bit and it is in line with other Montessori schools we had toured. Overall, I would highly recommend enrolling your child to The Clover School!

I have been an RECE at The Clover School since 2015. I truly love working here, and over the years it has felt like a second home to me. When I became a mother in 2022, it was a no brainer to enrol my child! She has thrived at this school! She is so loved and cared for, not only by her classroom teachers, but by everyone here. I couldn’t have hoped for a better environment for her to learn and grow in!

As my daughter prepares to graduate from The Clover School, I can't help but reflect on the last 6 years and contemplate how much she has grown, both academically and personally. From the very first day, the nurturing environment and dedicated teachers have fostered her natural curiosity, independence, and love of learning. The Clover School’s Montessori approach has truly shaped her into a well-rounded individual. Whether I’m watching how she can think critically, her confidence in problem-solving, or her compassion for others, I see the positive effects of her education every day. Beyond academics, the school has emphasised life skills, creativity, and emotional intelligence—qualities that will serve her well as she steps into the next chapter of her life. As she prepares to enter into middle school, I’m incredibly grateful for the strong foundation this school has provided. The focus on self-directed learning, respect for each child's unique journey, and the integration of nature and community have given my daughter tools that go far beyond the classroom. Thank you to the entire team for playing such an instrumental role in her growth. I highly recommend the Clover school to any parent looking for a place that truly understands how to develop the whole child!

A terribly bad school.

I have decided not to send my child to The Clover School, even though they already scammed me out of over $10,000, and keep asking me for $15,000+. Pros: The school does offer real Montessori education. Cons: The location is terrible; the playground is in poor condition, located right next to a terrible apartment; when we visited the school, the air around the playground had the smell of weed. The classrooms are in a semi-basement, and some rooms don’t get enough natural light. Most importantly, the management seems more focused on extracting money from parents than upholding the school’s philosophy of love and care. I can’t send my child to a school where profit comes before their well-being. My Experience: I called the school in August, and they told me that spots were still available in the toddler class. Tracy told me to use the email link that she sent to me half a year ago to submit my application and payment. I chose the option A to pay the full tuition upfront ($25,312). However, one of the administrators, Pamela Chong, replied that Option A was no longer valid since the deadline was in March. She claimed I could only choose Option B or C( also past the due date), requiring me to pay more. But when I called the school, another staff member, Tracy, said the materials they had sent me months earlier were still valid, directly contradicting Chong’s statement. I was forced to choose the more expensive Option B. I asked if I could tour the school again in August to help make my final decision. Chong told me they were closed and wouldn’t offer tours for the next two weeks. Trusting them, I went ahead and paid the tuition without a tour. However, that same evening, I found out through the school website that the school was indeed offering tours, and appointments were available for the next day. I felt deceived, especially since they had already taken over $10,000 from my bank account—the school’s attempt to hide this information and rush me into a payment felt like a scam. Despite my frustrations, I booked a tour for the next day, hoping to give the school another chance. When we arrived a few minutes late, the staff hurried through the tour and wouldn’t allow us to enter the classroom for my kid, even though it was empty. When we asked to see a classroom for the older children, we were denied and told they had to move on to the next tour group, even though we still had 10 minutes left. The staff seemed impatient and dismissive, starkly contrasting how they treated us before we paid. Final Decision: After this experience, I contacted the school to withdraw, as my kid didn't even attend the school, and we no longer trusted them. They refused my refund request, stating that I could only withdraw if I paid the remaining $15,000+ in tuition. This level of greed and deception is outrageous. I’ve never encountered a school so focused on money at the expense of students and parents. My child hasn’t even attended a single school day, yet they’ve already taken over $10,000 and are trying to get more. Also, the toddler class wasn't full nearly half a year after the application deadline. It would likely be fully enrolled near the beginning of the new semester if it were a really great school. The school’s actions make me feel sick, and I believe other parents may have been similarly misled into signing contracts with non-refundable clauses. I’ve reported The Clover School to the education authorities and am taking legal action. Schools like this, that scam parents out of tuition, need to be held accountable.