About
Montessori Academy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit school in Paradise Valley, AZ, serving children from Toddler through 8th Grade. Guided by the Montessori philosophy, the school emphasizes hands-on, self-directed learning in calm, thoughtfully prepared, multi-age classrooms. Students progress at their own pace with lessons introduced at developmentally appropriate times, building independence, concentration, and intrinsic motivation while developing core academics in math, reading, and writing, along with skills such as time management, conflict resolution, and self-regulation.
Programs include Toddlers, Early Education, Kindergarten, Junior Elementary, Senior Elementary, and Middle School, with extended care options. The campus features grass athletic fields and multi-use sports courts, two swimming pools used for physical education and seasonal swim programs, classroom computers with internet access, garden areas with a pond for outdoor learning, large covered playgrounds and picnic areas, and dedicated arts and crafts spaces. Separate car lines support safe, efficient drop-off and pick-up.
Montessori Academy partners with families and educators to support academic, social, emotional, and physical growth. The school maintains a student-centered approach aligned with state standards and fosters a collaborative community focused on integrity, leadership, stewardship, and student achievement.