Stepping Stones Montessori
Tel:
(616) 451-8627
- Stepping Stones Montessori was established in 1983 by a group of dedicated parents.
- It continues today with a Parent Board and functions as a non-profit.
- Our programs currently serve children from the age of 12 weeks to 15 years of age.
- Stepping Stones Montessori is a member of the American Montessori Society.
- Many of our faculty are active members of the North American Montessori Teacher's Association (NAMTA), the American Montessori Society (AMS) and Association Montessori Internationale (AMI).
- Stepping Stones Montessori School nurtures global citizens and guides each child to realize their unique potential.
- We are not a typical school. We aim to sustain an environment that enables each child to thrive as a life-long learner who is self-directed and responsible; self-confident and respectful; and self-aware and globally-conscious.
Quick Stats (2020-21)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-9
- Students: 172 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
| School Type | Montessori School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | American Montessori Society (AMS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-9 |
| Year Founded | 1983 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 172 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 17% State avg.: 16% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 14 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 12:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 20 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Students dress for the weather and to be comfortable working all over the classroom.) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Admissions Director | Sarah Danielski |
School Notes
- Stepping Stones Montessori was established in 1983 by a group of dedicated parents. It continues today with a Parent Board and functions as a non-profit. Our programs currently serve children from the age of 12 weeks to 15 years of age. Stepping Stones Montessori is a member of the American Montessori Society. Many of our faculty are active members of the North American Montessori Teacher's Association (NAMTA). Stepping Stones Montessori School's Mission: Engage each child's passion for learning through the Montessori philosophy of education. Sustain an environment that enables each child to thrive as a life-long learner who is:
- Self-directed and responsible
- Self-confident and respectful
- Self-aware and globally-conscious
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School Reviews
| 5 SSMS has been a fantastic choice for my daughter, I couldn't be happier. Love the Montessori way, (which I was new to), it's so effective I have begun incorporating their methods into my parenting with wonderful results. The staff is so caring and knowledgable regarding; teaching, development and growing children through play and study. Never been so happy about a decision for my daughter... - Posted by Parent - Vincent |
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