It is a natural process that develops spontaneously. It has grown to service 200 children between the ages of 2.9 and 12 years. A staff of 40 dedicated professionals guide the children through a program of Montessori Education at both the preschool and elementary school levels.
Children strive toward independence The most important learning years are birth to six.
Children need to work with tangibles before they learn the concepts of the abstract. We must not dwell on children's limitations. As well as a complete developmental and academic program, Thacher offers physical education, music, art, Spanish and drama. The whole school enjoys an ice skating program in the winter months and the elementary classes go camping once a year. Our After-School Sports Program encourages sportsmanship as well as team spirit.