“The education of even a small child, therefore, does not aim at preparing him for school, but for life.”
-Maria Montessori
Welcome to Countryside Montessori School
At Countryside Montessori School, we offer a true Montessori experience, with knowledgeable and experienced guides. The Montessori method is unsurpassed in creating a love of learning that lasts a lifetime. We are privately owned by dedicated Montessorians who are on site and involved in all aspects of the school to ensure the highest quality education for your child.
Our Mission
Our mission is to create an environment that nurtures the best attributes of the human character. Compassion, respect and curiosity; to cultivate a child’s desire to learn, to invent, and participate fully and joyfully in life, independently and collaboratively; to establish and sustain a peaceful, authentic and holistic Montessori community that recognizes the uniqueness of each child.
Our Classrooms
Infant and Toddler: Nido
The Montessori nido community offers children six weeks to three years of age opportunities to explore their own capabilities and to develop independence within a supportive and caring environment. Our Montessori Nido community provides a nurturing place for our youngest children to begin their ‘education for life’.
Early Childhood: Casa
The Montessori casa community offers children 3 to 6 years of age the opportunity to explore their environment while striving towards independence, self-awareness, self-discipline, respect for each other and a deep love for learning.