About Us!​
Montgomery Montessori School is a Private School located in Orange County, NY. We are members of The American Montessori Association (AMS). Our program encompasses a Children’s House (3yr-5yr old), Elementary I Program (1st-3rd), Elementary II Program (4th-6th), and Middle School Program (7th-8th). We offer half day (3 days, 4 days, 5 days) and full day programs in our Primary classroom. Each program has a strong academic foundation while incorporating all the state requirements for Kindergarten as well as the Elementary and Middle School Programs (grades 1 - 8). We are committed to the whole child approach to education as well as the enrichment of the mind, body, and spirit. To achieve this task, Montgomery Montessori School stands on the four pillars of Montessori Education:

• Academic Excellence - creating joyful, life-long scholars
• Universal Values - teaching our children those values, which are common to all cultures such as: dignity, kindness, respect, and generosity
• Global Understanding - teaching our children to appreciate and understand other cultures
• Service - we believe all children should be taught to give as well as receive and to be a part of a larger community.
  
  

Montessori teachers are the dynamic link between the children and the Prepared Environment. They systematically observe students to interpret their needs and modify the environment to meet the needs and interests of the children. They present clear, interesting and relevant lessons, model desirable behaviour and evaluate each child’s individual progress. Montessori teachers respect and protect their students’ independence and are supportive and encouraging without the use of rewards or punishments. They facilitate effective communication and are peace educators, consistently working to teach courteous behaviours and pro-social conflict resolution skills.

One of the most notable attributes of a Montessori teacher is the enormous trust Montessori teachers place in the developmental abilities of the children. This is one of the most essential characteristics of our Montessori teachers (guides). It takes a tremendous amount of faith to “follow the child”. It is so much easier to say to the children, follow where I lead and no one will get lost. Nonetheless, with careful observation and planning, Montessori teachers remain constantly alert to the direction each child is heading and actively works to help them succeed.

Montessori teachers are not the center of attention in the classroom. Their role centers on the preparation and organization of learning materials to meet the needs and interests of the Montessori children. The focus is on children learning, not on teachers teaching.

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Homeschooling partnership

Montgomery Montessori School welcomes Homeschoolers who are seeking to provide their child with the best possible combination of homeschool and Montessori education. We are always happy to work with students and families who desire to create a more compassionate and meaningful world, and to be able to provide a positive and enlivening educational experience. We help and provide an at home curriculum and resources. (Home visits are available)

With a Montessori homeschool, the child directs the learning. Parents facilitate their child's education by connecting materials and curricula with each child's interests. They also create a prepared environment that encourages students to explore and discover.
​For families who educate at home, these methods can form the basis of a Montessori homeschool program. After all, if you are homeschooling, it is likely that you already ascribe to many of the principles that Dr. Montessori recommended such as wanting to create a customized educational plan for each child.
Additional resources
https://livingmontessorinow.com/category/unit-studies-2/
https://livingmontessorinow.com/category/homeschooling/
​https://livingmontessorinow.com/category/montessori-homeschool-classroom-and-materials/
Elementary Years
​https://livingmontessorinow.com/montessori-elementary-homeschool-inspiration-and-ideas/
http://www.montessoriforeveryone.com/The-Five-Great-Lessons_ep_66-1.html
https://www.montessoriprintshop.com/elementary-grammar-boxes.html
https://montessoricompass.com/scope-and-sequence
https://montessoricompass.com/language-arts
https://montessoricompass.com/mathematics
https://montessoricompass.com/cosmic-studies
https://livingmontessorinow.com/free-montessori-elementary-materials-online/
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Enrichment Programs. These programs are also offered to Homeschooling families supporting their educational goals. These are offered during school hours and after school clubs. Please ask when you call.
Art
Music
Movement
PE
Dance
Spanish
Gardening
Cooking
Sewing
Visits to the Library
River Fun
Class Trips
Community Service
​$60/class

Private Instrumental Lessons
​Piano Lessons
Flute Lessons
Guitar Lessons
Violin Lessons
Viola Lessons
Cello Lessons
Trumpet Lessons
Saxophone
click here for Private Instrumental lesson info and fees

Primary Program
Half Day-8:30AM-11:30PM
Full Day- 8:30AM-3:00PM
Elementary & Middle School
8:30AM-3:00PM
Extended Day
(additional fees apply)
Before Care-7:45AM-8:15AM
Afterschool Programs- 3:15PM-5:00PM
Enrichment Programs
​$60/Class/month
(Open to Homeschooling families)
Homeschooling Partnership including an at Home Curriculum