Awakening Seed School

I was a preschool teacher at Awakening Seed for 25 years. The director, Mary Glover, promotes a sense of community among students and staff alike. This sense of community can be readily seen in each classroom. As children form bonds of friendship with each other they are also encouraged to include children who are new, or less gregarious socially, in their play.
The curriculum is child-centered, and students frequently decide for themselves what their main unit of study will be. Other aspects of the curriculum (math, science, literature, writing...) are based as much as possible on the general study unit.
Awakening Seed students tend to assume a sense of ownership and responsibility for their school. In many cases I have seen this sense of ownership extend into adulthood. Former students often return to the school to reconnect with their former teachers. A sentiment I have frequently heard from both former students and their parents who return for visits is that their favorite school years were those spent at Awakening Seed. A more nurturing environment would be hard to find.

My three children attended Awakening Seed School from pre-school until they "aged out". The faculty and staff treated our whole family with kindness and respect. The children got a solid educational foundation from teachers who encouraged their creativity and curiousity. Every classroom has its own outdoor/garden area, and there is a big grassy yard with plenty of room for everybody to run and play. The Seed is more than a school -- it is a wonderful community.

Great school with a good mix of academics, arts and playtime. Our son learned a lot during his years and still remembers his time there fondly.

Excellent school with a rich & well-balanced education. Students receive a great mix of individualized support within a group environment. Each student is challenged to succeed, but at a pace that allows them to learn & build confidence. There is a real sense of community between the staff, parents & students that creates such a wonderful environment. It is quite common to have past students & parents stop by just to say hello - a real testament to the positive influence The Seed has had in their lives.