About WEMS

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Founded in 1997, West End Montessori School (WEMS) is a classic Montessori school for children ages 16 months through 12 years of age.

WEMS is an American Montessori Society (AMS) Fully Accredited School. All of our teachers have received intensive training for the age level in which they work and hold AMS credentials from accredited training centers.

Our Programs

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Toddler

Our Toddler Cottage meets the needs of children from 16 months and independently walking through 3 years.

Early Childhood

Our Early Childhood Program for children ages 2.5 through 6 years encompasses preschool, junior kindergarten and kindergarten.

Elementary

Our combined Lower & Upper Elementary Classroom provides an interdisciplinary curriculum for students in grades one through six.

WEMS Mission

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West End Montessori School’s mission is to provide an authentic Montessori education in an environment that facilitates the development of self-confidence, both intellectually and emotionally.

We accomplish our Mission through these Guiding Principles:

  • Partner with families in the education of their children

  • Respond to the needs of children and their families

  • Meet individual learning needs of children through inclusion

  • Foster a community that respects racial, religious, cultural and socio-economic diversity through leadership and peace education.

WEMS Vision

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To provide a Montessori educational experience accessible to families of all economical statuses that establishes a foundation for students to positively impact communities with a focus on preparing students to live, work, play, learn, and respectfully interact in a culturally diverse and global society