Could you tour the school? Our first montessori was painfully linear and this one is so willing to not be. Last one literally they MADE her do phonics and every letter even though she had known phonics for years & years. New school they skipped that whole chunk and let her go on to the leveled books. That was what we found was the most refreshing. As they realize she grasps a concept they give her new more challenging work. It may at least be worth a tour. Also, we signed up for the tuition insurance. Not sure if your school offers this?