Our passionOur students drive our passion for education. Our mission is to promote academic excellence in a caring, nurturing environment. Montessori Academy is the largest Montessori school in Nashville, accepting students from age 18 months through 8th grade. Our joint accreditation with the American Montessori Society (AMS) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) speaks to our high standards and academic strength. We utilize the Stanford Achievement Tests, starting at the third grade level. Advantages of a multi-aged classroom Advantages of a sequenced environment Advantages of Co-teaching The following links provide more information: Schedule a Tour Admissions To download our brochures (PDF format) about the Montessori Classroom, please open the links below. Montessori vs. Traditional Classrooms What Parents Want to Know | |
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Quotes about MAWant to know what people say about Montessori Academy?
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School calendarJune 1 Summer Session Begins Plan for Fall August 11-13 Teacher In-service August 17 Orientation for all Students and Parents August 18 School Begins |
2009 Bookworm clubHelp your child experience the joy of reading all summer long! Keep those reading skills growing. Students who join the Bookworm Club will be able to track their progress right here on the Montessori website. Four benchmarks have been established to track your child's progress:
Please submit your child's name, level (K-8), lists of books, and which benchmark has been achieved via email to Brenda Bernstorf. Chrysalis Benchmark Rasheed Sarieh - 20 books Soaring with the Eagles Benchmark Kira Murphy - 50+ books Lucas Snyder - 50+ books Elise Snyder - 50+ books |
New Toddler ProgramMontessori Academy will open the first Toddler Classroom (18-36 months) in August 2009 at the beginning of the new school year. The energy and excitement on campus is palpable as facilities crews modify the classroom and as materials arrive that will make this a dynamic environment. Ms. Gretchen Kalus, a certified Montessori toddler teacher, will lead the classroom with an assistant. The class of 15 young students is already full. However, a waiting list has been established and parents are encouraged to place their child's name on the list. As children are ready to be moved to the Primary classrooms openings will occur throughout the year. Important information to consider:
To be placed on the waiting list for this program please fill out the application and enrollment agreement below and bring it to our office with the application fee. Toddler Application & Enrollment Agreement Tuition and Fees If you have further questions please contact Brenda Bernstorf. |
