Our Mission

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We believe in educating the whole child—mind, body, and spirit. We adhere to a growth mindset: that one's abilities are determined by one's effort and attitude, and failures are opportunities to grow. We believe that every child and adult has something to offer to the educational setting by simply being present; learning is a dynamic and exciting endeavor if everyone’s experience and wisdom are honored. We believe in empowering human beings of all ages through the implementation of the Montessori Method and philosophy as present and engaged Montessori educators. ​

We provide a beautiful, happy, and safe Montessori school environment for children 2.5 to 5 years old. Within this multi-age classroom, an American Montessori Society-certified guide gives lessons to the children, and peer-to-peer learning is fostered and respected with the understanding that learning is a dynamic activity that can happen at any moment, alone or in tandem with a friend or guide.