27 Crane Rd, Scarsdale, NY 10583, United States
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5.0 out of 5 stars
(17 reviews)Hadley Miller
Yellow Acorn is a place where children are not only taught but truly nurtured. Ms. Laura, Ms Patti and Ms Dionisia are incredibly dedicated, patient, and genuinely passionate about Montessori principles. They created a warm, supportive atmosphere where our child felt valued and encouraged to explore her interests at her own pace. The hands-on learning approach and emphasis on independence instilled a sense of confidence and curiosity that will benefit her throughout her life. Ms. Rupa and Leena have done an excellent job cultivating the school’s environment as welcoming and inclusive, fostering a strong sense of community among the children, parents, and staff. I highly recommend it to any parent seeking a nurturing and enriching environment for their child’s early education. This was the Montessori school experience I was searching for. I’m so glad we found it.
Rohit Goel
Perfect blend of play-based and curriculum driven learning. We have been very happy with the faculty and the facilities.
Melissa Feldsher
Could not recommend this school more. Our daughter made huge strides emotionally and academically. Teachers truly go above and beyond. Compared to other preschools we looked at, the atmosphere at Yellow Acorn is calm, controlled, and conducive to learning — while allowing for plenty of opportunities to play. Was shocked my 4-year old was asking me questions about the Big Bang theory and Africa, which goes to show how varied the curriculum is, which is tailored to encourage each child’s interests.
John Khoo
Our son has been with the Yellow Acorn Montessori 3-5 program for a year, and the experience has been fantastic. His teachers - Ms. Yesim, Ms. Ya, and Ms. Grazi - consistently went the extra mile to foster a conducive learning environment and to ensure the class was well-adjusted. We were initially concerned that our son (born in end-December) would be too young to start, but the initial separation anxiety dissipated quickly due to the unstinting efforts of teachers to reassure him. Through the year, our son grew in confidence, developed a strong sense of independence and made a community of friends in the program. He was excited to head to school in the mornings. We are excited for what's in store next year at Yellow Acorn!
Jennifer Bauer
If you are looking for a warm, nurturing, and child-centered preschool for your child, Yellow Acorn Montessori is the right place. Ms. Lu and Ms. Annia make an excellent toddler (18-36 mo) teaching team and our daughter was excited to arrive at school every day. Their classroom is always inviting and they create work that is sparked by the children's interests. In addition to being the school director, Ms. Rupa is a knowledgeable early childhood educator and a partner in our daughter's development. She always makes the time to talk through any challenges or regressions that we're facing and we highly value her expertise.
J0hn
If you have the privilege of putting your child in Ms. Lu's or Ms.Annia's classroom, you will be rewarded with a wonderful experience and care from some of the most gentle and amazing people in the world.
Michelle Yu
If you are looking for warmth, trust, great education and learning for your child, then Yellow Acorn is the school for you. Ms. Rupa and Ms. Leena run an amazing Montessori school in Scarsdale and the children’s learning goes beyond the classroom. The way Yellow Acorn incorporates the importance of culture and diversity into their program is superb. Ms. Victoria and Ms. Laura are amazing lead teachers for pre schoolers. Both have incredible teaching methods dealing with various children and their age groups. This school offers extended day and it’s not just time when kids play in the gym. They have music classes and other fun activities. Ms. Rupa and Ms. Leena are highly educated women with children of their own who went through the same school system as most of us will go through with our kids in Westchester. They know how to start the foundation of great education and great character for your child. I highly recommend. My kids just graduated there and wish they could have more years there.
Debipriya Chatterjee
Absolutely great Montessori school. The teachers are amazing, dedicated, super knowledgeable and most importantly, trained to handle early childhood development. Our son went from being a shy, nervous, anxious toddler to a confident, articulate, social butterfly- all because of the encouragement and warmth of his class teachers. TL;DR: Highly highly recommend!
nali t
Our experience with the Yellow Acorn Montessori 3-5s program has been nothing short of exceptional! The wonderful director and teachers – Ms. Rupa, Ms. Yesim, Ms. Ya, and Ms. Grazi – have made an incredible impact on our child's development. Their dedication, understanding, and genuine love for the children shine through in every interaction. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed to teach at each child's level, fostering remarkable growth. We've noticed that our child is noticeably calmer and more focused since starting at Yellow Acorn. The emphasis on kindness and care of the environment has had a profound influence, with these attributes now evident at home as well. The community at Yellow Acorn is warm and welcoming, and our child has made great friends here. The before and after care options are also fantastic, providing flexibility and peace of mind for busy parents. We couldn't be happier with the nurturing and enriching environment that Ms. Rupa, Ms. Yesim, Ms. Ya, and Ms. Grazi provide. Thank you, Yellow Acorn Montessori, for creating such a positive and transformative experience for our family!
Teng Xian
I highly recommend Yellow Acorn to families that are searching for a diverse, inclusive, caring, respectful and supportive space. They have very rich programs (including summer camps), flexible hours for working parents (after-school hours). My son has a wonderful year at this school, we can see he is truly happy every day and he grows inner curiosity and a strong love of learning. We have already been looking forward to the next year!