Amherst Montessori School

27 Pomeroy Ln, Amherst, MA, 01002-0100
Tel: (413)253-3101
Grades: PK | 12 students
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The Amherst Montessori School, is a non-profit school serving families throughout the Pioneer Valley. AMS’ children range in age from 18 months to 10 years of age. Following the Montessori curriculum, our children study in multi-age groups at three levels: Toddler, Children's House and Lower Elementary. By providing an environment rich in learning materials and opportunities, the Montessori teacher enables the child to apply his/her curiosity in the most enriching way possible. Montessori teacher follows the child in his/her learning, actively. The teachers are “scientists of child learning.” They take copious notes and observe the children, following them, yet guiding them.

School Overview:
Amherst Montessori School
School Type Montessori School
School Membership(s) American Montessori Society (AMS)
Other Montessori association(s)
National Association for the Education of Young Children
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - Prekindergarten
Student Body
Total Students 12 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 25% (MA School Avg.: 23%)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 4:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)

School Notes:

  • The Amherst Montessori School, is a non-profit school serving families throughout the Pioneer Valley. AMS’ children range in age from 18 months to 10 years of age. Following the Montessori curriculum, our children study in multi-age groups at three levels: Toddler, Children's House and Lower Elementary. By providing an environment rich in learning materials and opportunities, the Montessori teacher enables the child to apply his/her curiosity in the most enriching way possible. Montessori teacher follows the child in his/her learning, actively. The teachers are “scientists of child learning.” They take copious notes and observe the children, following them, yet guiding them.

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Amherst Montessori School
Gr. PK | 0 mi. away
The Hartsbrook School
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-12 | 2.4 mi. away
New Directions School At Nccf
Gr. 4-12 | 5.5 mi. away
The Macduffie School
Gr. 6-12 | 5.5 mi. away
The Montessori School Of Northampton
Gr. PK-6 | 5.6 mi. away
Smith College Campus School
Gr. K-7 | 6.1 mi. away

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