South Suburban Montessori School

South Suburban Montessori School offers an authentic Montessori education that follows the Montessori approach in its classrooms. The program emphasizes academic achievement and critical thinking skills as key parts of student learning. Teachers are described as nurturing and caring and create a home-like learning environment where students can work at their own pace and develop independence.

• Ages: 1–14 years old

Founded in 1970, South Suburban Montessori School serves children between 18 months and 14 years. The school states that the values of compassion, authenticity, respect and excellence are central to its program. According to family testimonials, the classrooms emphasize respect, honesty, fairness and acceptance, and the school focuses on teaching independence and encouraging students to lead rather than follow.

Last updated July 3, 2026.