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Authentic Montessori Education for Toddler to 8th Grade in Shoreview, MN
Founded in 2021, Oak Hill Montessori builds upon a 60-year legacy of Montessori education in Shoreview, MN. As an AMI-accredited charter school, we offer authentic Montessori programs for children aged 16 months to 8th grade, combining tuition-free upper school education with tuition-based early childhood programs. Our seven-acre campus features purpose-built Montessori environments that foster academic growth, independence, and social development through hands-on learning.Our certified Montessori faculty employs mixed-age classrooms and individualized instruction to cultivate executive function, intrinsic motivation, and lifelong learning skills. We maintain a strong commitment to equity through anti-bias, anti-racist education, inclusive policies, and community engagement initiatives that reflect our core values of compassion, inclusivity, and environmental stewardship.
Services
Montessori Education
Special Education
Summer Camp
Before School Care
After School Care
Details
- Year established: 2021
Highlights and features
- We offer AMI-accredited Montessori education with certified faculty and century-proven methodology
- Our mixed-age classrooms foster leadership, collaboration, and individualized learning paths
- We maintain a 6:1 student-teacher ratio with educational assistants in every elementary classroom
- Our equity framework integrates anti-bias, anti-racist education across all grade levels
- Seven-acre nature campus provides unique outdoor learning and exploration opportunities
Associations and certifications
- Association Montessori Internationale (AMI)
What people say
Passion the OHMCS staff have
Love and attention
High quality Montessori Education
Beautiful outdoor campus
Strong community engagement
Services
Montessori Education
We provide authentic AMI-accredited Montessori education from toddler through 8th grade. Our mixed-age classrooms and hands-on materials develop independent thinkers and lifelong learners. Certified teachers use individualized instruction to nurture academic, social, and emotional growth in a nature-integrated environment.
Special Education
Our inclusive programs support diverse learners through Montessori principles and individualized accommodations. Specialized staff implement tailored learning plans while maintaining integration with general education peers in a supportive environment that values neurodiversity.
Summer Camp
Nature-based summer camps extend Montessori learning through outdoor exploration and creative activities. Programs maintain small ratios and mixed-age groups to foster leadership while providing continuity with our educational philosophy during seasonal breaks.
Before School Care
Supervised morning care provides flexible drop-off from 7:45-8:45 AM. Qualified staff facilitate structured activities and breakfast service in a safe environment that prepares students for the academic day ahead.
After School Care
After-school programming offers supervised care until 5:30 PM with enrichment activities and homework support. Flexible scheduling accommodates family needs while maintaining a structured environment that extends learning beyond regular school hours.
People
Childrens House Guide
Montessori Educator
Certified Montessori teacher with specialized training in early childhood education. Committed to nurturing independence and curiosity through hands-on learning experiences that follow the AMI framework.
Questions
Is Oak Hill Montessori Community School tuition-free?
Our K-8 Upper School is tuition-free as a public charter school. Toddler and Pre-K programs operate on a tuition-based model.
What accreditation does the school hold?
We are accredited by the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI), the original organization founded by Dr. Maria Montessori in 1929.
What programs are available for different age groups?
We offer Toddler Community (16+ months), Elementary (Grades 1-6), and Upper School (Kindergarten-8th Grade) programs with mixed-age classroom environments.
How does the school support equity and inclusion?
Our ABAR (Anti-Bias, Anti-Racist) framework includes curriculum integration, staff training, inclusive policies, and community engagement initiatives that promote equity across all school operations.
What is the student-teacher ratio?
We maintain a 6:1 student-teacher ratio with lead teachers and educational assistants in every elementary classroom to ensure personalized learning experiences.
