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Programs

The Montessori classrooms create an environment appropriate for the child’s different stages of development and to meet their individual needs within each stage. Montessori schools combine ages into approximately three-year ranges (for example, ages 3-6 or 9-12) in a classroom.

Infant

INFANT/TODDLER

8 weeks - walking class

walking - 18 mth class

18mth -2.9 yrs class

Developmental Spotlight: Early academics and fine motor skills; empathy and caring for themselves, their community, and their environment

 

The teacher, child, and environment create a learning triangle. The classroom is prepared by the teacher to encourage independence, freedom within limits, and a sense of order. The child, through individual choice, makes use of what the environment offers to develop himself, interacting with the teacher when support and/or guidance is needed.

 

First Plane: Infancy - Physical and Biological Independence, the Absorbent Mind

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EARLY CHILDHOOD & KINDERGARTEN

3 - 6 years

Developmental Spotlight: Early academics and fine motor skills; empathy and caring for themselves, their community, and their environment 

 

First Plane: Infancy - Physical and Biological Independence, the Absorbent Mind

 

Montessori Early Childhood programs support children ages 3 – 6 in becoming independent, responsible students who love to learn.

 

The Early Childhood level, for children ages 2 ½ – 6, encourages preschoolers to explore and discover, to collaborate with classmates, and to take ownership of their education. The Montessori Method encourages self-directed learning that promotes self-confidence, independent thought and action, and critical thinking, while fostering social-emotional and intellectual growth.

Child with blocks

LOWER ELEMENTARY

6 - 9 years

Developmental Spotlight: personal responsibility, independence and autonomy, leadership, and empathy and compassion

 

Second Plane: Childhood - Mental Independence

 

What sets Montessori apart in the Elementary years—ages 6 – 12 is the individually paced curriculum that challenges children academically and safeguards their well-being and sense of self. Engaging as contributing members of a respectful community, they learn to question, think critically, and take responsibility for their own learning—skills that will support them in later education and in life. 

  • Upper Elementary

    • ​(9-12yrs) opening 25/26 school year

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Admission

We currently have a waiting list for each of our classrooms for the 2024/2025 school year. Please print and fill out the admission application below and drop it off or mail it to Montessori School of Tupelo at
1955 Mount Vernon Road, Tupelo MS 38804.

Summer Camp (June & July)

  • Week 1: May 25-29 Little Gardener

  • Week 2: June 3-7 Little Builder

  • Week 3: June10-14 Little Artist 

  • Week 4: June 17-21 Little Farmer

  • Week 5: June 24-28 Little Scientist 

  • Week 6: July 1-5 Little Firecracker

  •  Week 7: July 8-12 Little Biologist

  • Week 8: July 15-19 Little Fitness

  • Week 9: July 22-26 Little Chef

Weekly Activities

  • Movie Monday

  • Watering Day Friday

Parent Partnerships

We ask that the parents of children enrolled continue their role as their child's primary teachers by entering into a partnership with Montessori School of Tupelo. Parent participation is the key to the development of your child and to the success of the school. We strongly encourage parent participation and support as it is an integral part of the Montessori Method.

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Ways parents can participate:​

  • Celebration of Life (Birthday)

  • Holiday Celebrations

  • Volunteering on a committee (medical, growth, fundraising, gardening, nutrition)

2024 Parent Education Nights

  • Sunday, May 5th 3:00-5:00 PM

    • practical life and hands-on Montessori 

  • Thursday, August 29 5:30-7:00 PM

    • Montessori philosophy and approach to education and Montessori math 

  • Sunday, November 3rd 3:00-5:00 PM

    • parent/teacher partnership and Montessori in the home

Parent Resources

More information and resources to help you and your child

American Montessori Society

Montessori Foundation

Association Montessori International

The History of Montessori

About Dr. Maria Montessori

"We have had our son here for two and a half years and let me tell you, it was hands down one of the best decisions we’ve made! Leaving your little one with someone during the day is a difficult thing to do but when you leave him in good hands it takes the worry away. This school has adopted the Montessori principles beautifully. They truly know how to nurture children and foster curiosity, structure, academics, independence, empathy, and a love of learning. The teachers truly care about my son. He’s been exposed to different cultures, music, and art. Most importantly he’s been allowed to be a child! The communication from the staff is impeccable. I get videos and pictures as well as communication through the Procare app and our GroupMe. I don’t just hear from them when something needs to improve. I hear about all the sweet and silly things he does all day! Meals and snacks are nutritious wholesome foods which is important to me. We couldn’t ask for a more well rounded, loving, and nurturing environment for our son!"
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