Testimonials

Dandelions Montessori is such a wonderful and loving space for children!

I am lucky enough to have my 6 and 4-year-old daughters at this school, and I could go on-and-on about all of the amazing things about it.

First and foremost, Natalia, the Owner/Educator, provides a loving and safe environment for kids to learn, explore, and grow independently. With her positive discipline and positive parenting education and background, I know that my children are being spoken to in a way that is kind, yet gives them the opportunity to absorb situations in a constructive and meaningful way.

The Montessori method/program also focuses on independence, and our girls have thrived. The focus on learning activities in the morning has proven to give them confidence and independence, and they have learned a variety of language, math, and writing, not to mention they have picked up skills with sewing, music, and cooking. The children help Natalia prepare fresh lunches every day, which is almost entirely plant-based and extremely healthy. I wish I could get our girls to eat like that every day! They take two trips to the beach every week, which allows them to get exercise, appreciate the ocean, and explore our neighborhood without us (their parents), which has also increased their confidence, independence, and sense for adventure!

Our daughters are/were students during COVID, and Natalia has proven time-and-time again to be a calm, loving, and accommodating presence in our lives during a very challenging year. Again, I can’t say enough about how magnificent Dandelions is!

Natalia was my son’s Primary teacher (i.e. 3-5 yo classroom) at a Montessori school in north county. When she left the school to start The Dandelions Montessori we were really sad. Then Covid happened and that school closed for a while, and we started taking my son to The Dandelions. What a god-send! My son went right back to his normal school routine, with the same materials and the teacher he loved so much.

Natalia is an all-around wonderful educator. She is patient, organized, and nurtures the kids independence like no other.

Make no mistake, The Dandelions is not some Montessori-style daycare. It’s a proper school with a highly qualified and accredited teacher, that has all the proper setup and materials. My son has progressed so much in the last year it’s mind-boggling. The attention he gets in this small setting is unmatched.

The icing on the cake is the Positive Discipline aspect that works in tandem with the Montessori philosophy. It’s good for the children, and good for the parents if you choose to attend Natalia’s workshops. I can’t recommend The Dandelions Montessori enough!

This is the best place for children and Natalia is great.

She has magic inside her for children. My daughter loves her home school.

Mrs. Natalia is the best of all the preschool teachers I have met in my life.

She gives children peace of mind and self-confidence. And these qualities are the most important thing that a child needs to have to begin to learn and study anything in this world.

Mrs. Natalia has the ability to see and reveal the talent of a child. In addition, Mrs. Natalia can and is willing to teach parents methods of building long-term interactions with the child. By introducing those teachings into your life, you will be surprised how many daily routine problems will disappear and how your seemingly small children will take responsibility. Just be prepared not to lower yourself in the eyes of your children later.