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SEEDS OF GREATNESS

Academics & Programs

At Ridgewood, learning grows naturally. Our child-led approach nurtures curiosity, independence, and a lifelong love of discovery.

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The most powerful learning happens when a child forgets they're being taught. In our classrooms, you won't find rows of desks and lectures. You'll find children building, questioning, failing, and trying again because that's where real understanding lives.

— Mr. Kwame Asante, Head of Academics

Stars of Ridgewood

STUDENT

SPOTLIGHT

Efua Asante

Grade 5 | Science & Innovation Club

Science isn't just about facts, it's about curiosity and making the world a better place. I love building things that can help my community.”

National Robotics Winner 2025

STUDENT

SPOTLIGHT

Efua Asante

Grade 5 | Science & Innovation Club

Science isn't just about facts, it's about curiosity and making the world a better place. I love building things that can help my community.”

National Robotics Winner 2025

The Montessori Experience

Preschool

Ages 2.5 – 6 Years

Our preschool program fosters independence, curiosity, and a love for learning through hands-on exploration and a nurturing environment tailored to each child's developmental pace.

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Lower Primary

Grades 1 – 3 (Ages 6 – 9)

In Lower Primary, children delve deeper into academic concepts while continuing to work collaboratively and independently, building strong foundational skills for future learning.

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Lower Primary students working together on academic materials in a Montessori classroom

Upper Primary

Grades 4 – 6 (Ages 9 – 12)

Upper Primary prepares students for middle school by fostering critical thinking, responsibility, and global awareness through an integrated curriculum and real-world problem solving.

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Junior High School

Grades 7 – 9 (Ages 12 – 15)

Our Junior High School program builds on the Montessori foundation, preparing adolescents for secondary education through rigorous academics, leadership opportunities, and personal development.

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Junior High School students in a focused learning environment

Preschool

Ages 2.5 – 6 Years

Our preschool program fosters independence, curiosity, and a love for learning through hands-on exploration and a nurturing environment tailored to each child's developmental pace.

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Lower Primary

Grades 1 – 3 (Ages 6 – 9)

In Lower Primary, children delve deeper into academic concepts while continuing to work collaboratively and independently, building strong foundational skills for future learning.

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Upper Primary

Grades 4 – 6 (Ages 9 – 12)

Upper Primary prepares students for middle school by fostering critical thinking, responsibility, and global awareness through an integrated curriculum and real-world problem solving.

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Junior High School

Grades 7 – 9 (Ages 12 – 15)

Our Junior High School program builds on the Montessori foundation, preparing adolescents for secondary education through rigorous academics, leadership opportunities, and personal development.

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