Thacher Montessori School

Founded in 1971, Thacher Montessori School is an independent school serving more than 200 children ages 3 to 14. Thacher is dedicated to nurturing children’s innate love of learning and preparing them to succeed in all aspects of life — both academically and socially.

With roots in the child-centered educational philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori, Thacher offers a competitive academic curriculum taught in a stimulating environment where each child is inspired to become a confident, independent learner and to reach his or her highest academic potential. In addition to a core curriculum, Thacher offers enrichment classes, such as Spanish, music, art and drama, as well as extra-curricular programs and extended aftercare. Organized into multi-age groups with low student-to-teacher ratios, Thacher classrooms are designed to allow teachers to work one-on-one and in groups with their students and for children to learn from one another. Well-equipped classrooms and well-trained teachers allow children to work at levels that are challenging for them.

Thacher’s unique educational approach fosters leadership skills, problem-solving strategies and critical-thinking. Well-prepared for their academic future and challenges ahead, Thacher graduates go on to some of the finest secondary schools in New England.

2010 Graduates

OUR MISSION

Thacher Montessori School is a diverse, collaborative learning community. Through the Montessori method, we embrace each child's unique potential and cultivate a passion for discovery. We empower children to achieve academic excellence and become confident, compassionate, and proactive members of the world community.

Our Purpose

To prepare a nurturing and enriching learning environment for children based on their needs, incorporating the principles of Montessori education

To encourage respect in all aspects of school relationships, believing that respect should flow in all directions within the Thacher community

To protect and develop each child’s self esteem, believing that a strong self-image is essential to the total development of the child

To foster a sense of community among staff, students, and their families in which diversity is valued, individual opinions are respected, and a life-long love of learning is promoted

To provide a framework in which children can work together and learn from one another; where choices are allowed, creativity is encouraged, and independence is balanced by self-discipline

To recognize the individuality of each child, respecting the need for each child to progress at his or her own rate, and believing in the unlimited potential of the human spirit

To encourage problem-solving and critical thinking skills

To advocate for the rights and needs of children

To develop in the children a sense of responsibility to one’s self, the community, and the universe

Thacher Montessori School

ANNOUNCEMENTS

NOTES HOME

PAST ISSUES

COMING UP AT THACHER

Tuesday-Thursday 8/31-9/2
AP Conferences

Tuesday, 9/7/10
Open House
9:00 am Children's House (CH) & Toddler (T), A-L
10:15 am CH & T, M-Z
1:00 pm Lower Elementary (LE)
3:00 pm Upper Elementary (UE)

Wednesday, 9/8/10
8:00 UE/Adolescent Program (AP) students begin
8:00 am LE 2nd & 3rd year students begin
8:15 am Toddler students begin (full-day)
8:20 am new CH students begin - 11:30 dismissal
3:00 pm Elementary After-School-Care (ASC) begins

Thursday 9/9/10
8:00 am 1st year LE students begin
8:20 am new CH students - 11:30 dismissal

Friday 9/10/10
8:20 am new CH students - full day
2:45 pm CH/T ASC begins

Monday 9/13/10
8:20 am - all CH students attend

Saturday 9/25/10
1:00 pm Back to School Picnic (location TBA)

2010-11 Medical Forms available for download.

Graduation
click here to view one of our 8th grader's "Graduation Speech"

2010-2011 School Calendar

SUMMER 2010 READING LISTS

Children's House SRL
Lower Elementary SRL
Upper Elementary SRL
Adolescent Program SRL

Click here to view a school tour.

SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENT HOTLINE
781-897-5720