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It was a great experience. It is wonderful to see how Bodhi Montessori has helped our daughter’s early childhood education and experience. She has become a very confident individual only because of her time at Bodhi.

Dhanya    

05/04/2025

My son first attended this school when he was 2.5 years old, and he graduated at age 4. I can say with confidence, and a lot of experience, that the school is excellent. You couldn't ask for more. When he started, my boy could barely talk. We did the best we could, but for well over a year during the pandemic he didn't see anyone outside his parents, doctor, and my in-laws. He didn't have any idea how to play with other children and he was scared of other adults. We believed that a larger school with a lot of kids would be overwhelming for him, so the fact that this school is small and based on the teacher/owner's house was a tremendous advantage. I can't say enough good things about Varshini. She is the owner, founder, and teacher at the school. She has excellent knowledge of the Montessori method. She can talk to parents about the philosophy and practices at a high level in one moment and then talk to nonverbal children in a way they can understand in the next. She is so thoughtful and caring. Every part of the children's day, from their works/toys (some appear to be handmade by her) to their outdoor play area has been carefully planned and well reasoned. Having a school inside a home is actually wonderful. It feels cozy, clean, and comfortable. After all, Varshini and her family live there. Her young children know and are really sweet to all the students. Her son was my son's first friend. This school has a mixed-age classroom. Kids of different ages (2-5) all learn and play together. I had misgivings at first, but now I greatly prefer this. Children participate in teaching each other what they have learned. For the youngest, it helps them build bonds and learn to socialize. The oldest learn mastery through teaching and helping. It also promotes nurturing and empathy in children. Because of the mixed-age model, we had a blissful summer where my now-4-year-old son could proudly introduce his 2-year-old sister to the program. He was able to help her warm up to "Ms. V" and the students and teacher's aides in a very short time. He took such pride in his role as a nurturing older brother and a senior member of the class! It did my heart such good to see it! Now, thanks to Varshini's efforts, my son is reading CVC words, talking fluently about everything including even his friends and his feelings, able to count to 100, and even doing some basic math. You won't see a lot of reviews here because this is such a small, close-knit program, but don't let that fool you. This is an excellent school, with an excellent teacher.

Grendel K
    9/1/23

This is an excellent place for kids to learn and grow. Both my pre-schoolers worked

with Ms Varshini and she is amazing. She takes time to evaluate each kid and really                                        Shraddha P.       help them grow individually. My 4 year old son has really improved with language                                          May 27, 2021

and writing over the last year.
I highly recommend the school.

My previous colleague Ms. Varshini  opened Bodhi Montessori recently. By coincidence,

I had a chance to do one of my observations at her school during my own training. 

 

I was impressed by the way Ms. Varshini created a well organized, aesthetic and authentic

Montessori environment at her beautiful house in such a short time. As I know her from

the Montessori school where we worked together previously, she is very passionate about

teaching young children. It was the same passion I saw when I visited her at her school.

 

When I was doing my observation, I was able to see all teaching areas in the Montessori

curriculum clearly on the shelves in the classroom. Ms. Varsihini had a very friendly, playful                           Ozgul Erol Tamur

approach in her presentations and was very attentive in her one-to-one assistance of each                      Jun 28, 2021

child and their needs. Children looked well adjusted to their environment and “normalized”

to me. (“normalization” is used as a Montessori concept!)

 

Every single child is unique and learns in a different way. There were times I thought about

some children who would do a lot better not only academically but also behaviorally in a small

size classroom. So, I would strongly recommend Bodhi Montessori for the children who feel

more comfortable and able to concentrate and learn better in a friendly environment with

smaller size.

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I was very happy with the teacher and Montessori curriculum at Bodhi Montessori. My kid

was always happy and looking forward to go there. The teacher is very experienced and loving                      Kriti Malik   

towards children. I will always recommend this place to others.                                                                             Aug 11, 2021                                                                                          

Our kiddo (now 4) started Bodhi Montessori at 2 years. He had lot of stranger anxiety due being born during Covid era and we were extremely nervous. Ms. Varshini was very open and welcoming and in no time our LO settled in with his new friends and teachers and began looking forward to his next day! Bodhi provided an App that worked great not only for sign in-out, but also provided photos, small video clips of the kids' daily activities With clean and various options for breakfast and snacks our LO was exposed to variety of different food textures and flavors. Occasional activities with guest teachers such as petting zoo, bubble shows kept my LO excited. Lots of practical exposure and real life skill teaching without any forcing was greatly appreciated. Various activities for parents to be involved with day-day learning such as volunteering to read, unique way to celebrate kids birthday, day at the Montessori observation, parent-teacher meetings to go over child's progress were also great. Overall, we were very happy with our child's growth there and made long lasting relationships! Highly recommend this homely environment set up.

Preeti

Sep 22, 2024

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Varshini Kannan is the lead teacher at Bodhi Montessori.

  • 13+ years of experience

  • AMS Certified

  • Positive Discipline Certified

  • Quality counts site

  • Committed to Lifelong Learning &Professional Growth

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She holds a Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, married and lives with two beautiful kids, a girl 12 yrs; and a boy 8 yrs; and her spouse at the home. There is pet dog, Bolt - 4yr old Golden retriever too.

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Our Goals

 

  • Build confidence in children

  • Develop their self-esteem by providing them independence.

  • Help them prepare for real world with critical thinking and maneuvering te world with ease, confidence and zeal.

  • Prepare them for the real world

  • Help them conflict resolve through peaceful discussion and role modeling.

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Our Values​

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  • Respect for the Child

  • Independence

  • Freedom Within Limits

  • Intrinsic Motivation

  • Peace & Empathy

  • Prepared Environment

  • Community & Collaboration

  • Lifelong Curiosity

  • Whole-Child Development

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