We love the independent learning that Montessori is all about and appreciate that it is really about structuring the classroom in such a way that Ivy would be engaged to think for herself. Creativity is the utmost important skill - original thought - in a world that is relying more and more heavily on AI and the automation of all industries. Our goal is for Ivy is that she has a passion to learn, and that passion can only be possible when a child is in the driver’s seat of their own learning. We want her to grow and develop into the person she is supposed to be and feel that the structure and guidance of a Montessori classroom is ideal. 
Ivy is also a quick learner, and we want to find a school that can help her grow in her enthusiasm for learning. When she first went to daycare, she cried once and never again. She didn’t understand English, but in three months it became easier for her. She has a great memory. If you tell her a story, she can tell it back to you right away. She is strong academically. She enjoys writing letters and numbers, and she can cut straight and curved lines. She loves reading and asks questions nonstop. The first thing that she does in the morning when she wakes up is read. She gets me to ask her questions from the book, and she answers my questions and explains what is in the book. Our hope is that Ivy develops her love for learning and finds her place in this world. 