PHILOSOPHY

The Middle School at Bay Farm Montessori Academy is a learning community that is based on the educational philosophy of Maria Montessori.  It is typified by active, engaged, and meaningful learning, holistic approaches, respect for the individual, and collaborative enterprise.  Our curriculum is integrated, appropriately demanding, and rigorous.  Small group and individualized instruction is made possible through a low student/teacher ratio. Students are highly encouraged and taught to be self-directed, independent, reflective, and respectful. 

ASSESSMENT

We assess students through observation in the classroom, subject tests and quizzes, essay writing, portfolio development, project presentations, and standardized testing.  We work closely with individual students to help them strive for their personal best and to reach their full potential.   Traditional percentile grades along with narrative reports are communicated to parents through twice-yearly progress reports and parent/teacher conferences.

ACADEMIC CURRICULUM

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