School Choice

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:

1. to foster academic excellence 

2. to cultivate problem-solving skills. 

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: 

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 

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

• Public, Charter, and Private Schools

• Basis vs. Great Hearts

• Keystone, SMH, St. George's

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.