Community-focused Montessori School Serving Families Since 1976.

We strive to provide an environment that supports meaningful work in a community of learners that allows children to create a vision for their future.

Toddler and childcare programs.

Lower and upper elementary programs.

Curriculum for 7th & 8th grade students.

Announcement: Immediate Openings!

July 2nd, 2026

Is your toddler ready for a gentle introduction to Montessori? We have immediate openings in our toddler program for the 26-27 school year. Apply online today!

Our Mission

Our mission is to create a Montessori environment where your child’s early experiences with learning will help them become a self-confident, competent, cooperative adult. The competence the child attains is directly related to their engagement in the meaningful work of the Montessori classroom. We seek to provide a family-centered environment that enriches and nurtures the growth of the family and the child.

Programs & Curriculum

At Downtown Montessori Academy, we believe that children learn best when they are at ease and comfortable. The key is to see the hidden nature of the child at given stages of development and to design an environment that will fulfill the child’s innate potential.

Toddler & Children’s House

Ages 2 to 5

Downtown Montessori Academy offers a Toddler program for children 2½ to 3 years of age. This program is designed to support children building independence and self-confidence, which serves as a bridge between the child’s home and their future K3 Montessori classroom. The Children’s House program is a multi-age classroom serving students age 3 to 5. Our programming follows the Montessori philosophy which allows the child to further develop in areas such as self-discovery, sensory, and vocabulary.

Elementary Curriculum

Grades 1 to 6

Children in the Downtown Montessori Academy Lower Elementary program enjoy multi-age classes (grades one, two, and three) and a three-year cycle of study. With a low student/teacher ratio and with the help of assistants, a teacher can give patient attention to each student, and can determine a student’s learning style and interests. Students learn abstract concepts by working with Montessori materials, and the Lower Elementary lessons require self-discipline and enhance the student’s ability to concentrate.

Adolescent Curriculum

Grades 7 to 8

The Adolescent Program is an integrative and project-based learning environment designed to meet the social, emotional, and intellectual needs of our 7th and 8th grade students. Throughout each week, students participate in the following: math, language arts, humanities, occupations, academic writing, human growth and development, book group, coffee shop, in- and out-of-school community service, class council, restorative justice, student-led clubs, art, music, and gym.

How To Apply

Our mission is to create a Montessori environment where your child’s early experiences with learning will help him or her to become a self-confident, competent, cooperative adult.

Schedule a Visit

Our Open House opportunities have completed for the year. However, after submitting your application and being accepted to DMA, you and your child are welcome to come in for a school-day visit before making a final decision. Reach out to our Director of Admissions for more details.

Request an Account to Pre-Enroll

The 2026-2027 enrollment period is now open. Submit the online Pre-Enrollment Application in Skyward for your child to be added to our 2026-2027 lottery. Incomplete applications will not be processed until all requested information is submitted.

Lottery and Wait List

After submission, your child’s application is stored in our system. If the number of applications exceeds the number of seats available, a random drawing will be held to fill the available seats. Siblings of currently enrolled students and those with Montessori experience will be given preference. The 2026-2027 lottery will be held in mid-March. Letters will be sent to all applicants informing them of their acceptance or their number on the wait list. Drawing continues as seats become available. Wait lists will not be carried over from one year to the next.

Resources For Parents

Our mission is to create a Montessori environment where your child’s early experiences with learning will help him or her to become a self-confident, competent, cooperative adult. The competence the child attains is directly related to their engagement in the meaningful work of the Montessori classroom.

Welcome to
Downtown Montessori Academy

Welcome to our Montessori school, where curiosity meets education in a nurturing environment! Explore our holistic approach to learning, designed to foster independence, creativity, and a lifelong love for discovery in your child.

Visit Our School

Embark on a journey of educational excellence with us! We invite parents to experience firsthand the unique atmosphere of our Montessori school, where innovative teaching methods and a warm community come together to shape the foundation for a lifetime of learning and success for your child.

Get In Touch

Discover the transformative education your child deserves! Reach out to us today, and let’s embark on a conversation about how our Montessori school can provide a nurturing and enriching environment tailored to unlock your child’s full potential. Contact us for an educational experience that goes beyond the ordinary!

Disclaimer:

DOWNTOWN MONTESSORI ACADEMY is committed to providing the best education possible for every child, and welcomes all students. It is our policy that no person will be denied admission to the school; excluded from the benefits of student services; not allowed to participate in curricular, extracurricular, recreational, or other activities; or in any other way discriminated against because of ancestry, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability

Disclaimer:

DOWNTOWN MONTESSORI ACADEMY is committed to providing the best education possible for every child, and welcomes all students. It is our policy that no person will be denied admission to the school; excluded from the benefits of student services; not allowed to participate in curricular, extracurricular, recreational, or other activities; or in any other way discriminated against because of ancestry, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability

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