Business Details
33 Years
experience
Creative K-8 Education in Baltimore, MD
At Greenmount School, we are dedicated to providing a creative and inclusive education for students in grades K through 8. Our approach emphasizes multicultural, cooperative, and experiential learning, fostering an environment where students thrive through active participation and exploration. We believe in the power of hands-on education, as seen in our field trips to the Chesapeake Bay and civil rights movement music projects, which deepen understanding of complex systems. Our intentional focus on intercultural understanding and self-awareness is woven into every grade level's curriculum, using diverse literature and engaging activities like improv and cultural research. Community programs like our Buddy Program and Parent Cooperative ensure students develop interpersonal skills while connecting classroom learning to real-world applications.Founded in 1993 by visionary parents, our school has grown from a single classroom to a vibrant community in Baltimore's Remington neighborhood. We maintain small class sizes (12-16 students) to ensure personalized attention and meaningful engagement. Our mission is strengthened by strong family participation, with parents contributing 20+ hours annually to school operations. Through Service Learning and Thematic Learning initiatives, we cultivate curiosity, responsibility, and a sense of belonging in every student. Our instructional model prioritizes student inquiry, exploration, and experiential learning across all subjects.
Services
Creative Education
Multicultural Curriculum
Experiential Learning
Community Programs
Parent Cooperative
Thematic Learning
Service Learning
Small Class Instruction
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer experiential learning through hands-on projects and field trips
- Our small classes (12-16 students) ensure personalized attention
- Intercultural understanding is embedded in all grade-level curricula
- Parent Cooperative strengthens community involvement and learning
- Established in 1993 with proven success in student engagement
Services
Creative Education
Our creative education approach emphasizes student inquiry and exploration through hands-on projects. We combine academic rigor with experiential learning to spark curiosity and wonder. Teachers design lessons that connect classroom instruction to real-world applications, making learning meaningful and engaging for K-8 students.
Multicultural Curriculum
Our multicultural curriculum includes novels and primary texts from diverse perspectives. Through improv exercises, cultural research, and government debates, students develop intercultural understanding. This approach helps students appreciate different backgrounds while building social-emotional skills and global awareness.
Community Programs
Community programs like our Buddy Program and Community Day foster cross-grade mentorship and hands-on learning. Local experts guide activities that strengthen school connections. These programs create a supportive environment where students develop interpersonal skills and community responsibility through collaborative experiences.
Parent Cooperative
The Parent Cooperative requires 20+ annual hours of family participation in school operations. Parents assist in classrooms, chaperone field trips, and support events. This active involvement strengthens the learning environment and demonstrates community investment in each child's education through practical, hands-on engagement.
Thematic Learning
Thematic learning connects classroom instruction to real-world applications through cross-disciplinary projects. Students explore topics through multiple lenses, making meaningful connections between subjects. This approach develops critical thinking skills while showing practical applications of academic concepts in authentic contexts.
Questions
What grade levels does GreenMount School serve?
We serve students in grades K through 8, providing age-appropriate education from kindergarten through middle school.
What makes GreenMount's curriculum unique?
Our curriculum emphasizes experiential learning, multicultural understanding, and community engagement through hands-on projects and collaborative activities.
How does parent involvement work at GreenMount?
Parents participate through our Parent Cooperative, contributing at least 20 hours annually to classroom support, events, and school operations.
What are class sizes at GreenMount School?
Our classes maintain 12-16 students to ensure personalized attention and meaningful student-teacher interactions.
Where is GreenMount School located?
We are located at 501 W. 30th Street, Baltimore, MD 21211 in the Remington neighborhood.
