Dr. Montessori realized that children’s play is their work—their effort to master their own bodies and environment—and out of respect she used the term “work” to describe all their classroom activities. Montessori students work hard, but they don’t experience it as drudgery; rather, it’s an expression of their natural curiosity and desire to learn.
Although students are free to work at their own pace, they’re not going it alone. The Montessori teacher closely observes each child and provides materials and activities that advance his learning by building on skills and knowledge already gained. This gentle guidance helps him master the challenge at hand—and protects him from moving on before he’s ready, which is what actually causes children to “fall behind.”
We do not provide snacks or meals, as we believe it is healthier for children to enjoy home-prepared meals. Additionally, we’ve found that children are more likely to eat foods they are familiar with from home.
We are happy to work with families to find a budget that works; however, since we are intentionally small and privately owned, we may not have the ability to work with every budget and provide aid when we can. We do accept state vouchers as we have space available.
You will love our Brightwheel Technology! You'll download the Brightwheel app on your smartphone, and your child will have an account. Our teachers will post videos/pictures of your child's day on your child's feed as well as sleeping and eating patterns. You'll be able to message with your child's teacher throughout the day as needed.
No. Although StoryHeights Montessori was founded by and affiliated with StoryHeights Church, there is no religious education or bent in our curriculum or teaching style. We welcome people of all faiths to our school.
Our infant and toddler programs are a 90-day contract. As long as you give us 30 days' notice that you're leaving the program, then your enrollment deposit will be applied to your last month with us. Our primary program is a 10-month contract from September-June. Your enrollment deposit is applied to your absolute last month with us (not at the end of the school year).
An advantage of the Montessori approach—including multi-age classrooms with students of varying abilities and interests—is that it allows each child to work at her own pace. Students whose strengths and interests propel them to higher levels of learning can find intellectual challenge without being separated from their peers. The same is true for students who may need extra guidance and support: each can progress through the curriculum at his own comfortable pace, without feeling pressure to "catch up."
We might note that from a Montessori perspective, every child is considered gifted, each in her own way. For every child has his own unique strengths—it is all a matter of degree.
Our school is ADA compliant.
For more information contact us or visit:International Montessori Foundation
We ensure a safe environment by making all of our campuses tree nut and peanut-free. Additionally, whenever a child in the classroom is diagnosed with an allergy to a specific food, we take immediate action by prohibiting that food in the classroom.
Yes, your child is on your schedule.
Yes! At StoryHeights Montessori, we introduce baby sign language to infants and toddlers to support early communication and reduce frustration. We focus on practical signs like “more,” “all done,” “eat,” “milk,” and “help” to help children express their needs before they can speak. Parents are encouraged to reinforce signs at home for consistency!
Absolutely! At StoryHeights Montessori, parents are always welcome to stop by, check in on their child, or breastfeed in a comfortable space. We believe in open communication and a warm, inclusive environment where families feel connected and involved.
No, StoryHeights Montessori is not a co-op, and parent volunteering is not required. While we love family engagement, our experienced teachers and staff handle all classroom and school operations, allowing parents to be as involved as they choose.
No, children do not need to be potty trained to attend StoryHeights Montessori. We support each child’s potty training journey at their own pace and will mimic your home routines and cultural hygiene practices within reason. Our goal is to create a consistent, stress-free experience that encourages independence and confidence.
Yes! At StoryHeights Montessori, we encourage creativity and imagination, and children are welcome to engage in pretend play. While traditional Montessori environments emphasize real-world experiences, we recognize the importance of imaginative play in development. We guide children to ensure that pretend play respects classroom materials ("works") and keeps friends safe, fostering both creativity and a structured learning environment.
