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 3 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 (2021)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-9
- Students: 120 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 | 120 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 11% State avg.: 16% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 21 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 6:1 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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