As an active member of the greater Brattleboro community for 39 years Hilltop Montessori School is home to 130 students 18 months to grade 8.
Hilltop's mission is for students to practice responsible independance in a caring community of curious, ciritical thinkers and thoughtful citizens.
The Montessori approach to education promotes genuine respect for the potential of every child. Hilltop's multi-age classrooms, caring and experienced teachers, and integrated curriculum enable a sense of self and wonder to flourish.
Hilltop's students and staff are hard at work and play in the spacious, sun-filled classrooms and all about the 43 acres of fields, woodland and trails.
It is the ultimate prepared environment where students of all ages serve as caring stewards of the land and insatiable explorers of boundless opportunity.
Join us for one of our Prospective Parent Visiting Days - see more under "Upcoming Events" below.
Zoe Proctor, Admissions Director, can be reached at 802-257-0500 ext 101, or zproctor@hilltopmontessori.org
For more information please visit our website at www.hilltopmontessori.org.
Hilltop Montessori School was founded in 1972 thanks to a group of
intensely-committed parents who wanted to provide quality
pre-school education for their children. The head teacher hired for
the job happened to be Montessori-trained and from this humble
beginning, a new kind of school was born. Hilltop's mission is for
students to attain responsible independence in a caring community
of curious, ciritical learners and thoughtful citizens. Students
will come to an awareness of their unique task in and
responsibility to the care of self, community, and the Earth,
Students will come to realize the fullness of their intrinsic
academic and creative potential, Students will come to maturity and
integrity according to their individual rhythm, pace, and style.
Hilltop Montessori School accepts children beginning in our Toddler
Program, 18 months through grade 8 in our Middle School
program. Our Elementary programs consist of the Lower
Elementary, for ages 6 through 9 and Upper Elementary, for ages 9
through 12. Our Middle School program serves ages 12 through 14.
Admission to the toddler and pre-K programs is possible in the fall
semester or in beginning in January, elementary and middle school
programs are considered on an individual basis with preference
given to transferring Montessori students.
HMS Diversity Statement
"We shall walk together on this path of life, for all things
are a part of the universe, and are connected with each other to
form one whole unity." - Maria Montessori
At Hilltop Montessori School:
We endeavor to honor the qualities that
make us similar to each other and those that make us different,
co-creating a space that values and respects the race, ethnicity,
national origin, immigration status, language, religion,
socioeconomic status, gender identity, size, sexual orientation,
and dis/ability of all students, families, and employees.
We understand that this effort is a work
in progress and that the achievement of such principles grows from
the work of educating ourselves and each other as we address our
biases and revisit program curriculums and school policies. The
empowerment of the members of our community will bring confidence
and compassion for understanding and communicating with a more
inclusive language, challenge discrimination and stereotypes, and
provide guidance.
We strive to develop, embrace, and
celebrate diversity in order to fulfill our mission, affirm the
principles of Montessori education, and carry out a responsible
role in our community.
Does Hilltop Montessori School offer a summer program?
Yes, Hilltop Montessori School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Hilltop Montessori School offer?
Hilltop Montessori School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Figure Skating, Nordic Skiing, Snowboarding, Soccer and Ultimate Frisbee.
What is Hilltop Montessori School's ranking?
Hilltop Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Hilltop Montessori School?
The application deadline for Hilltop Montessori School is Mar. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Mar. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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