Montessori Community School is a school in Charleston, SC. The school serves students ages 3 to 13 years old through Primary, Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary, and Middle School classrooms. The faculty includes teachers who are both Montessori and state certified.
The school utilizes a unique approach to learning through an environment and materials purposefully designed to stimulate a child's interest and natural desire to learn. The program features multi-age classes, an emphasis on materials rather than textbooks, and collaborative rather than competitive work. Beyond academics, the school offers athletic programs that support teamwork and physical development.
Located on Wood Ave, the school is about 0.1 miles from Springfield Elementary School and a short drive from Ashley River Road and Bees Ferry Road. The campus is situated near Church Creek and St. Andrew’s Parish Church, and is approximately 0.8 miles from Saint Andrews Fire District Station 3.
The school is recognized as a No Place for Hate, reflecting a dedication to creating an inclusive and respectful community. The elementary program has achieved an "Excellent" rating, and the middle school program maintains an "Excellent" status. The school has also demonstrated success on state assessments, including SC READY ELA, Math, and Science.
Montessori Community School provides a dedicated Montessori education and child development for the Charleston community.