Montessori is a very special teaching method based on the research and lifelong work of Dr. Maria Montessori. She dedicated her life to studying the development of children and found that students learn exceptionally well when they are able to explore their learning environment, when they have materials in their hands, when they are given choice, and when learning is geared toward their individual needs and interests.

We carry her work forward by providing these experiences in our public Montessori program. Montessori teachers are trained to observe and pay very close attention to students so that individually paced instruction can be provided, whether that is to provide intervention or accelerated instruction.

Our Montessori classrooms are set up in three year age configurations and there are many benefits. Students are able to stay with their teacher for three years, and in this time the teachers develop a deep understanding of student needs to accelerate instruction. Additionally, there is a clear bond that is formed with each student and their family.

In Montessori, we seek to educate the whole child, not just intellect, but a child’s social, emotional, and physical well being. Our ultimate goal is for each child to reach independence and become problem solvers for the world.

In addition to the standard Montessori curriculum, students at Austin Montessori experience P.E., Library, Music, I Can Lab, Art, and Band. Select students receive services for GT, Bilingual/ESL, and Take Flight.

Austin Montessori students have the opportunity to extend their school day through our after-school sports offerings.

Attend a parent orientation prior to our annual Choice Lottery.  Three year-old Pre-K students are also asked to complete a student/parent admissions interview prior to the lottery process.

Support your child by:

• Being on time and in class every day.
• Reviewing expectations of school behavior.
• Maintaining communication with the teacher.

• Does ECISD offer transportation for Austin Montessori students? - Students who reside 2 or more miles from the campus may begin riding the bus at kindergarten.
• Does Austin Montessori offer an after school enrichment program? - Campfire is an after-school program operated by an ECISD partner organization.  Students may attend Campfire beginning at 5 years of age.
• Do students wear uniforms? - Yes
• Is there tuition for PreK-4?  - Yes, PreK-4 students who do not meet income eligibility requirements will pay a tuition fee.