History
Bernie's Montessori School's second location was established in 1992 in the Rivergate Apartment building to serve the downtown Minneapolis and the surrounding area.
Specialties
Bernie's Montessori School in downtown Minneapolis serves children 33 months through Kindergarten age. School specializes in Montessori method of education with children having hands on experiences within an individualized learning environment. The Teacher is a guide, observer, and helper to keep the child self-motivated and set their own learning pace. Montessori Environment offers freedom and boundaries while creating a sense of order. The child has the freedom to move and work in the classroom with the Montessori materials that enable early learning in math, science, reading, writing and practical life. Bernie's Montessori school provides nutritious snacks and beverages; Offers music and drama classes; visits to the Minneapolis Library. In addition to the the classroom activities, children have daily outdoor play time. There are also several fun and educational field trips during the year.