Daycroft School

Daycroft School is a Montessori school located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, serving students from toddler to 6th grade. The school's philosophy is centered on empowering each student with confidence, compassion, and a lifelong love of learning, providing a personalized learning environment that appreciates individual differences and nurtures the whole child. Daycroft's educational approach is student-centered, based on the principles developed by Maria Montessori, enabling students to take significant responsibility for their own learning and develop at their own pace. Key features of the school include a low student-to-teacher ratio, a "learn at your own pace" teaching philosophy, emphasis on independence and creativity, and a strong commitment to cultural diversity and community. The school's unique characteristics, such as its focus on student autonomy and personalized growth, make it a supportive and inclusive learning environment where each child can succeed and thrive.