Norwood Open School: A Montessori Infant Community

We've been extremely happy with Jamie and Esme as our son's teachers. They love children and they love helping them thrive.

Fantastic school for infants and toddlers. We love our experience with Jamie so much!

Jamie has a wealth of knowledge in early childhood development. She cared for my son when he was a baby with serious health issues. I’ve had confidence and trust in her always. She is an all around beautiful human being and has a natural gift with little ones.

I had the pleasure of working with the owner of this school back in 2013. She was always kind and patient with all of the children and kept a calm and peaceful environment. She created simplistic and meaningful materials for children ages birth to three years old. I loved learning from her and highly suggest Norwoods Open for your child!

Our daughter has been attending Norwood Open School since she was an infant. The classrooms are beautiful and orderly, providing opportunities for meaningful play in a fun and engaging space. The outdoor area is huge, and Jamie has designed a clever nature-based play area. Jamie & Jennifer communicate with the children in a respectful and kind way and with an admirably calm demeanor no matter the situation! While the focus is on learning and building skills, there is so much fun and joy happening- mudpies and handmade crafts and silly songs. The school is an environment built on respect, authentic affection, and community; we are so happy to be a part of it!

Jamie taught our daughter starting at 15 months. I could not have asked for a more thoughtful teacher. We love the way she communicates with the children; so calm, respectful and mature. It makes kids feel at ease and respected, even at their youngest. She sets up a beautiful environment for children and is so attentive to their needs. We love her as a teacher and wished more teachers interacted with children like Jamie does.

My entire family have had the pleasure to experience Norwood Open School. Jamie Pettit is a delightful, intelligent, and caring woman. I am thankful to have had her be a part of my children's lives.