History

Milpitas Montessori School was founded by the late Sarah De Lanerolle in 1975. It was the first Montessori school to open its doors in the city of Milpitas.

Philosophy

At Milpitas Montessori School, children experience an enriched Montessori approach under the guidance of experienced and caring teachers. The program is individualized, recognizing each child’s unique pattern of growth, talents and needs. Milpitas Montessori School will operate with the principles, objectives and methods laid down by the late Dr. Maria Montessori, the originator of the Montessori school of thought.

At Milpitas Montessori School, teachers help children acquire the attitudes, skills and habits necessary for them to function as creative members of a democratic society. Students are provided a stable and secure environment in which to learn and grow. We utilize children’s natural curiosity to help them discover the joy of learning. Our children develop inner-discipline, that is to say, to develop control over their own behavior. Our teachers help children become mature, self-reliant and responsible individuals.

Accreditation

Milpitas Montessori is a member of the American Montessori Society (AMS). The Milpitas Montessori staff consists of carefully selected, qualified teachers, many of which hold advanced graduate degrees. Our head teachers are Montessori trained and certified. Our assistant teachers have a background in Early Childhood Education.

Special Recognition

We strive to be the best school out there and it shows! Milpitas Montessori School has been voted "Best Private School" in Milpitas by the residents of Milpitas four years in a row.

Supporters of the Montessori Philosophy

You'd be amazed to hear of the many significant people throughout our history who have gone to Montessori schools, sent their children to Montessori schools, or supported this method of education (e.g., Mahatma Gandhi, the co-founders of Google, and the Dalai Lama). Click here to read the entire article.