School Choice

Welcome to our dedicated resource for parents who have witnessed the exceptional academic journey of their ExcellED Montessori-educated children and are now navigating the transition to K-12 institutions. You'll be delighted to know that countless ExcellED Montessori students have not only crossed this educational bridge but have continued excelling academically in their new K-12 environments.

 This page has been meticulously crafted to offer parents like you valuable insights, practical advice, and a treasure trove of resources to ensure you make the most informed and beneficial school choices for your child. With the right guidance and information at your fingertips, you can confidently support your child's ongoing academic success as they embark on this exciting chapter of their educational adventure.

Kindergarten is an exciting milestone in a child’s life and is a child’s first significant educational transition from toddler exploration to school-age expectations. It is a bittersweet emotional event for both parent and child. It comes with significant changes – no naps, more structure, more expectations, and letting go of your 5-year-old can be hard. In the Boerne/San Antonio area, several options are available for parents when their child are ready to transition from preschool to a K-12 organization. When making this decision, it's important to consider your child's needs, family values, and budget. Here are some of the options you can explore:

Excelled Montessori Plus was established with a dual purpose:

Our mission is to ensure that every preschooler is not only school-ready but also equipped with the critical thinking abilities needed for life's challenges and rewards. 

We have graduated over 90 preschoolers since 2019.

A recurring sentiment from parents has been that their children, having thrived in our Montessori setting, often feel under-challenged in subsequent educational environments. 

ExcellED Montessori offers a Kindergarten Program.

Kindergarten Entrance Age (Child must be 5 on or before )  Sept 1st

Public Schools

Boerne ISD, NISD

Charter Schools

Basis, Great Hearts, School of Science and Technology

https://sachartermoms.com/san-antonio-charter-schools-guide/

Private Schools

Key Stone, Saint Mary's Hall, Montessori School of San Antonio, Hill Country Montessori

Religious Schools

St. George's Episcopal, Cornerstone Christian School, Geneva, TMI (6-12)

 https://sachartermoms.com/san-antonio-catholic-schools-enrollment-guide/


Home Schooling

Online Schools

Public Schools: 

Public schools can be a great choice for many families, offering a comprehensive education that is accessible to a wide range of students. They offer a wide range of elementary, middle, and high schools, providing diverse educational opportunities. 

Features: FREE (paid for by tax dollars), Transportation, Meal Programs, K-12, Sports, AP, Facilities, Community 

Boerne ISD - Enrollment: Opens Marth 11th, 2024

Boerne ISD

Boerne Independent School District (Boerne ISD) is a school district located in Boerne, Texas, which is situated in the Texas Hill Country, approximately 30 miles north of downtown San Antonio. Boerne ISD serves the city of Boerne, the surrounding areas in Kendall County, and a portion of Bexar County. 

List of Elementary Schools:

Transportation: Boerne ISD provides daily transportation to students who live more than TWO MILES from the campus of regular attendance that services their home of residence as measured by the shortest route that may be traveled on public roads from the student's home to school.

Enrollment: Opens Marth 11th, 2024

Charter Schools: Open Enrollment: Monday, November 1, 2023 – Thursday, November 30, 2023

A charter school is a type of public school that operates independently of the traditional public school system but is still funded with public money. Charter schools are typically created and managed by organizations or groups of individuals, such as educators, parents, or community members. These organizations or groups are granted a charter or contract by a local or state education authority, which outlines the school's mission, goals, curriculum, and performance expectations. 

There are also numerous charter schools in the area. Charter schools often offer unique educational approaches and specialized programs. Research the different options to find one that aligns with your child's interests and needs. 

Texas 2024-2025 Enrollment Timeline

Our top recommendations would be Basis and Great Hearts.

Private Schools

Boerne and San Antonio have a variety of private schools, each with its own curriculum and educational philosophy. Private schools can offer smaller class sizes and more individualized attention. 

Keystone, St. George's Episcopal, Saint Mary's Hall, and Montessori School of San Antonio are our top recommendations.

Homeschooling 

If you prefer to have more control over your child's education, you might consider homeschooling. Texas has homeschooling regulations that you'll need to follow, but it allows for a highly individualized approach. 

The following table has a comparison between

School Choice Comparison

Montessori Schools

Montessori education is an option that emphasizes self-directed learning and hands-on activities. There are Montessori schools in the area that cater to various age groups. 

Religious Schools

 If you're looking for a school that aligns with your religious beliefs, you can explore religiously affiliated private schools in the area. 

Dual-Language Programs

 Some schools offer dual-language immersion programs, which can be a great option if you want your child to become bilingual or multilingual. 

Importance of High Quality Preschool for Life Readiness

“The most important period of life is not the age of university studies, but the first one, the period from birth to the age of six. For that is the time when man’s intelligence itself, his greatest implement, is being formed.” – Maria Montessori

So what exactly is required to be life ready?