The Children's House is a Montessori-guided school for children ages 2 to 6 in Verona, NJ. Our goal is to provide an education that enables each child his or her highest potential. The Children's House is a non-profit, non-denominational Montessori preschool that was established in 1966 and is currently located in Verona, NJ.
In our 50th year, The Children's House has been serving families in the West Essex community. Our children range from 2 years old to 6 years old and come to us from Verona, Cedar Grove, Montclair, Glen Ridge, Belleville, Bloomfield, The Caldwells, Roseland, Essex Fells and West Orange. We have a variety of programs available to meet the needs of children from age 2 1/2 to 6 years.
In our 50th year, The Children's House has been serving families in the West Essex community. Our children range from 2 years old to 6 years old and come to us from Verona, Cedar Grove, Montclair, Glen Ridge, Belleville, Bloomfield, The Caldwells, Roseland, Essex Fells and West Orange. We have a variety of programs available to meet the needs of children from age 2 1/2 to 6 years.
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The Children's House is a Montessori pre-school founded in 1966 by a group of dedicated parents seeking to provide their young children with a superb foundation for creative, life- long learning through the educational procedure of Dr. Maria Montessori.
The educational philosophy of The Children's House is rooted in Dr. Maria Montessori's pedagogy (method of instruction or teaching) that centers on the belief that the period of life from 2 1/2 to 6 years old is a unique time in a child's growth and development.A child will never again be able to amass, with such ease and little effort, the volume of information absorbed during this period.
The educational philosophy of The Children's House is rooted in Dr. Maria Montessori's pedagogy (method of instruction or teaching) that centers on the belief that the period of life from 2 1/2 to 6 years old is a unique time in a child's growth and development.A child will never again be able to amass, with such ease and little effort, the volume of information absorbed during this period.
We have a variety of programs available to meet the needs of children from age 2 1/2 to 6 years. Children ages 3-6 can enroll in our morning, afternoon, or full day program. The Children's House is a community of teachers and parents dedicated to the notion that we will provide the opportunity for your child to learn according to the natural laws of growth and development as outlined by Dr. Maria Montessori.
Here are a few highlights of our Montessori classroom and how they improve the quality of learning. It is the materials found on the shelves that make a Montessori classroom an exciting place to be!
Dr. Montessori believed "the hands were the instrument of the child's intelligence", that engaged, busy hands working with purpose and intent aid the child in developing a sense of order, concentration, muscle- coordination, independence and intelligence.
Dr. Montessori believed "the hands were the instrument of the child's intelligence", that engaged, busy hands working with purpose and intent aid the child in developing a sense of order, concentration, muscle- coordination, independence and intelligence.
Reviews (4)
Michele G.
Apr 29, 2019
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My daughter was enrolled at this school at the age of 2 1/2 for about 1 week and they slowly started to cut her time down. It started with her lunch period and it progressed to the school day. Keep in mind there are no prerequisites to enroll your child here. What should have been our first child's wonderful school experience was quickly turned into a nightmare. We were heartbroken and appalled at how our daughter was treated. They dictate to you what is best for child and leave you no options. They are heartless and so unkind. I do NOT recommend this school to anyone!! They preach the teachings
J. M.
Mar 19, 2019
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The Children's House is a wonderful school that follow the true Montessori Method, unlike some other Montessori schools in the area. This is our fifth year at The Children's House. Our first child completed all three years and transitioned beautifully into First Grade public school. She left The Children's House with great confidence and independence. Our second child started in the Young 3's program and is now in his second year. They are extremely observant of all the children and are always quick to involve parents in their development. They are patient, kind and very caring
Jackie M.
Mar 19, 2019
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We are finishing up our 3rd year at TCH and it has been a wonderful pre-school experience. The teachers have been warm and welcoming from the start. My son has learned so much, including life skills, patience as well as confidence in himself, which are taught as per the Montessori Method. He is grasping the math foundations which will help him once he enters public school. I am sad to see his final year is ending soon, but know that TCH has prepared my son for the next steps. I highly recommend this pre-school!
Greg Dilley
Jun 04, 2013
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We have been a part of the TCH family for 4 years.
My oldest who has graduated, is a smart, responsible, compassionate young boy because of his teachers and strong adherence to the Montessori methodology at TCH.
My second, who is currently enrolled, has grown before our eyes. He struggled with his verbal skills at first, but through the careful attention of his amazing teachers ("friends") he is speaking clear as can be. The school adapts to the child. He loves creating stories, so each day he comes home with one transcribed by his teacher, accompanied by a drawing. The teachers cultivate this
My oldest who has graduated, is a smart, responsible, compassionate young boy because of his teachers and strong adherence to the Montessori methodology at TCH.
My second, who is currently enrolled, has grown before our eyes. He struggled with his verbal skills at first, but through the careful attention of his amazing teachers ("friends") he is speaking clear as can be. The school adapts to the child. He loves creating stories, so each day he comes home with one transcribed by his teacher, accompanied by a drawing. The teachers cultivate this
