The Best Environment for Young Minds to Grow
Montessori Academy, founded in 1965, is the oldest Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) accredited Montessori School in New Jersey, and the only AMI accredited school in South Jersey.
Why do so many families choose Montessori?
Our Programs
Toddler
18 months to 3 years
Primary
2.9 years - 6 years
Elementary
6 years - 12 years
We chose it for all three of our children because we believe it is the best learning environment.
-Jennifer Levas, Parent
Visit us!
We invite you to visit our school, meet the teachers, and observe the children in their classrooms. We encourage you to ask questions learn about the opportunities available at all levels of our programs.
The Rooster’s Crow
For details, please check the Google calendar.
Monday, 8/25 -
first day for returning students enrolled in the ECP program
Mo., 8/25 - Thu., 8/28 - 9:00am - 10:00am - new student orientation Toddler and Primary
Thursday, 8/28 - 9:00am - 10:00am - new student orientation
Elementary
Monday,
9/1 - School closed (Labor day)
Tuesday, 9/2 - First day of school for all students
Sunday, 9/7 - 4:00pm - 6:00pm - Welcome potluck for all families
Thursday, 9/25 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm - Back to School night for all parents
Friday, 10/10 -
1/2 day noon dismissal - ECP open
Friday, 10/10 - 6:00pm - Anniversary Gala - 60 years MANJ at ICC/Voorhees
Monday, 10/13 -
school closed (Indigenous people's day)
Tuesday, 10/14 - 1/2 day, noon dismissal - new parent conferences - ECP open
Monday, 10/20 - school closed (Diwali)
Fri., 10/25 & Sat. 10/26 - Silent Journey & Discovery (parent event)
Wednesday, 11/26 - 1/2 day, noon dismissal - ECP closed
Thu. 11/27 & Fri., 11/28 - school closed (Thanksgiving)
Monday., 12/22/2025 - Friday, 1/2/2026 - school closed - ECP closed
Friday, 1/16 - 1/2 day, noon dismissal - ECP open
Monday, 1/19 - school closed (MLK jr. day)
Thu., 1/29 & Fri., 1/30 - school closed - ECP open - Parent/Teacher conferences (all)
Recent Blogs
Montessori nurtures the will as a vital life force, guiding children from impulse to conscious choice, fostering independence, responsibility, and purposeful action.
Practical Life activities in Montessori foster independence, confidence, and a sense of belonging as children learn real-life skills through meaningful, hands-on work.
Active listening helps children feel heard and understood, reducing outbursts and building stronger, more cooperative relationships at home and in the classroom.
Montessori education nurtures each child’s potential by aligning learning with natural development, fostering independence, curiosity, and lifelong growth.
Montessori or Conventional:
What’s Best For Your Family?
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