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The Ocean State Montessori School offers Montessori programs for children in preschool through sixth grade.
Founded in 1973, it is the oldest Montessori school in Rhode Island. Our Mission Statement: The Ocean State Montessori School fosters independence, self-esteem, and a life-long love of learning by providing an academically excellent and nurturing Montessori environment for children in preschool through sixth grade.
School Motto: 'Fostering independence, self-esteem, and a lifelong love of learning.'
School Mascot: Pending Information
The Ocean State Montessori School is the oldest Montessori
school in Rhode Island. It was founded in 1973 by a group of
parents interested in the Montessori Method. They secured a grant
to purchase Montessori materials and hired a teacher and two
assistants to teach 30 students in a church in Barrington. Over the
years the school has expanded, adding additional Montessori
classrooms and programs.
The Ocean State Montessori School currently provides Montessori
programs for children ages 3 through 12 (preschool through sixth
grade). The Ocean State Montessori School is licensed by the Rhode
Island Department of Education and the Rhode Island Department of
Children, Youth and Families.We arean affiliate member
of the American Montessori Society (AMS). Our teachers all hold
bachelor`s or master`s degrees and have received, or are in the
process of earning, their AMSteaching credential.
Ocean State Montessori School is committed to serving the needs
of all children and families supporting and celebrating diversity
in the community we serve. Our classrooms provide this "prepared
environment" in which children are free to explore and learn at
their own pace. Each classroom has a full component of Montessori
materials. The teacher acts as a guide to the classroom,
recognizing periods of readiness, introducing new materials and
demonstrating how to use them.
Our Programs:
Wee Threes Program (for children who turn 3 between
September 1 and December 31)Our Wee Threes program
addresses the unique needs of the younger three year old child and
provides a wonderful introduction to a Montessori education.
Primary Program (ages 3 - 6, preschool - kindergarten)The
3-year Primary program creates an atmosphere conducive to the young
child's natural inclination to learn and explore.
Lower Elementary (grades 1 - 3)Our integrated curriculum
supports the Elementary student's understanding of abstract ideas
and the development of their social and moral selves.
Upper Elementary (grades 4 - 6)The Upper Elementary
classroom gives students the opportunity to take on larger issues
and greater responsibilities for academic advancement.
At every level, our curriculum also includes art, music,
language, and physical education.
Grades: PK-K | 52 students1.9 miles 401 Elmgrove Ave Providence, RI 02906 (401) 861-8800
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School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(2 reviews)
54/22/2021
Our 2 children have been part of the OSMS learning community for the past 13yrs. Each and every year we are happy and excited for our children to continue their love of learning with the OSMS faculty and staff. We have a choice of where to send our kids, we choose the Ocean State Montessori School.
- Posted by Parent - Scott
511/2/2018
Over the least 7 years, we've watched as our son grow creatively, socially and academically in the nurturing OSMS community. The faculty and staff are caring, intelligent individuals that support, challenge and grow the kids in every way. I'm looking forward to what the next three-year cycle will bring in Upper Elementary.In short, we love it!
- Posted by Parent - cheryl e
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