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Education for Life

An AMI Montessori school for children ages 15 months to 12 years

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

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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.

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The Rooster’s Crow

Friday, 2/14 - 1/2 day, noon dismissal - ECP open

Monday, 2/17 - President's day - school closed - no ECP

Wednesday, 2/26 - LifeTouch spring pictures - uniforms optional

Monday, 3/4 - Elementary bake sale - 7:30am - 8:30am

Friday, 3/7 - Upper elementary community service

Monday, 3/31 - Eid ail-Fitr - school closed - ECP open

Monday, 4/14 - Thursday, 4/17 - Upper elementary SAT 10 testing

Friday, 4/18 - Good Friday - school closed - no ECP

Monday, 4/21 - Friday, 4/25 - Spring break - school closed - ECP open

Friday, 5/2 - 1/2 day, noon dismissal - ECP open

Tuesday, 5/6 - Elementary bake sale - 7:30am - 8:30am

Friday, 5/9 - Upper elementary community service

Thursday, 5/15 & Friday, 5/16 - Parent/Teacher conferences - School closed - no ECP

Friday, 5/23 - 1/2 day, noon dismissal - ECP open

Monday, 5/26 - Memorial day - school closed - no ECP

Friday, 6/13 - Year end festivities - 5:30pm

Tuesday, 6/17 - Last day, 1/2 day, noon dismissal - ECP closed

Wednesday, 6/18 - Friday, 6/20 - School closed - ECP closed

Monday, 6/23 - First day of summer program

Friday, 7/4 - Independence day, summer program closed

Recent Blogs

Our Montessori Bookshelf: Autism Awareness

March 31, 2025

Celebrate Autism Awareness Month with our curated book list, fostering understanding and appreciation of neurodiversity in children. Explore stories that inspire!

Stages of Development Series: Maturity

March 24, 2025

Explore the final stage of human development (ages 18-24) through a Montessori lens—where independence, purpose, and meaningful societal contributions take shape.

Stages of Development Series: Adolescence

March 17, 2025

Explore the transformative adolescent years (ages 12-18) through a Montessori lens, fostering independence, social growth, and meaningful contributions to society.

Stages of Development Series: Childhood

March 10, 2025

Discover the key traits of childhood development (ages 6-12) and how Montessori education nurtures reasoning, independence, and social growth in this crucial stage.