Education for Life

An AMI Montessori school for children ages 18 months to 12  years

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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?

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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

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Friday, 8/14  - Last day of summer program


Mon., 8/17  - Fri., 8/28 -    school closed for all programs

Mon., 8/31  - Extended Care Program (ECP) resumes

Mon. 8/31 - Thu. 9/3 - Orientation week


Fri., 9/4  - Teachers in-service - ECP open

Mon., 9/7  - school closed (Labor Day)


Tue., 9/8 - First day of school - Welcome Back!

Sat., 9/19 - Welcome potluck - 4pm - 6pm

Wed., 9/23 -  Back to school night - 7:00pm - 8:30pm


Fri., 10/9 - 1/2 day, noon dismissal - in-service - ECP open

Mon., 10/12 - school closed - ECP closed

Tue., 10/13 -  1/2 day, noon dismissal - ECP open - new student/parent conferences

Sat., 10/17 - Silent Journey & Discovery - parent event


Wed., 11/25  - 1/2 day, noon dismissal - ECP closed

Thu. 11/26 & Fri., 11/27  - Thanksgiving break - school closed - ECP closed


Wed., 12/23 - 1/2 day, noon dismissal - ECP closed

Thu., 12/24 - Fri., 1/1/27 - Winter break - school closed - ECP closed


Recent Blogs

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November 2, 2026
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Child working with geometric solids on a rug near a sunlit window
October 26, 2026
Discover how young children effortlessly learn through the Absorbent Mind at Montessori Academy of New Jersey—plus tips to support early learning at home!
Child climbing on a wooden indoor play ladder in a bright room
October 19, 2026
Learn how Montessori Academy of New Jersey supports toddler development through movement, freedom, and trust—plus tips for your infant and toddler at home!
Two children on a classroom floor working on the tree of life material.
October 12, 2026
Discover how Cosmic Education sparks curiosity, wonder, and imagination in children ages 6–12 at Montessori Academy of New Jersey. Read our latest blog post!

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