950 Norton Street 14621
(585) 325-0935
Pre-K/age 4 through Grade 6
Principal: Donna Gattelaro-Andersen
PTO President: Tashia Mitchell

Franklin Montessori School has a small-school atmosphere. Visitors often comment on the peaceful, culturally diverse student body which is committed to academic excellence and a serious work ethic. We use the Montessori approach which recognizes the child’s natural interests and desire to learn. Montessori-trained adults guide each child toward spontaneous discovery and learning as well as toward self-discipline and social appropriateness.

• Provides an enriched Montessori curriculum and hands-on materials that spontaneously promote deep conceptual learning in our children.
  
  
• Provides individualized instruction around each child’s achievement level, interest and need to explore and discover. Strong curriculum in math, language, science, and practical skills from age 4 through grade 6 promotes academic success.
  
  
• Peer mentoring and role modeling as well as long-term teacher-child relationships are served in multi-aged Montessori classes.
  
  
• Positive character is developed in environments where there are clear expectations that promote responsible choices along with freedom of movement.
  
  
• Curriculum incorporates New York State and District standards.
  
  
• Students are required to participate in all NYS exams and regularly achieve high passing scores.
  
  
• Sixth grade “graduates” are guaranteed a seat in one of the high schools at the Franklin Educational Campus which focus on bioscience, finance, and media arts.
  
  
• Provides strategies to help parents support their children’s learning at home, and holds parent nights in which students and teachers share accomplishments with parents.
  
  
• Parents must commit to attending two informational meetings prior to starting school and to a classroom observation.
  
  
• School uniforms required for all students.