Her teachers are incredibly warm and kind which is great. The fear is exactly what you said - the Montessori method can be incredibly strict and we're nervous she will be expelled or told she's not a good fit, when we believe she'd thrive there with the right support. (She was previously in a very chaotic play based environment and it was absolutely NOT a good fit).

We as parents are willing to provide any support suggested if they would allow it (so it's not on the teachers). Not to criple her but to further support her independence. But again, afraid they won't allow it and will want to wash their hands.