We are a true Montessori school with certified AMI/AMS Montessori teachers and qualified child care development providers from here and around the world. We are an elite, small, private Montessori school in Minnesota that embraces American heritage and cultural diversity. Our Burnsville and Apple Valley locations are in beautiful, safe, residential areas providing quality day care.
Children of preschool age love our blend of indoor and outdoor play, educational lessons, and other engaging activities. Our pre-kindergarten programs help children develop the social and school skills they need for the rest of their lives. From spelling and science to art and dance, our kindergarten classes include valuable lessons taught through fun activities.
Children of preschool age love our blend of indoor and outdoor play, educational lessons, and other engaging activities. Our pre-kindergarten programs help children develop the social and school skills they need for the rest of their lives. From spelling and science to art and dance, our kindergarten classes include valuable lessons taught through fun activities.
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American Montessori, Inc is developing a child care program designed for infants. It's a great solution for working parents who are seeking quality care in a compassionate environment for their little ones. Details of the program are still being worked out, so please check back for the latest information.
American Montessori, Inc's toddler program is designed for children 13 months to 32 months in age. We work with your children and help them grow and become active explorers. Please call today to request a tour. They start their day out working with Exercises of Practical Life and Sensorial in a group with the teacher and their friends or individually on their own.
At American Montessori, Inc, our preschool program is designed for children 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 years old. It's taught by our AMI Montessori teacher, Miss Sandy. She has been teaching this class for over 23 years. Our team of Montessori preschool teachers and aides will help with the total development of your child - emotionally, physically, intellectually, and socially.
The American Montessori, Inc pre-kindergarten program is specially designed for your 3 1/2- to 4 1/2-year-old children. It's taught by our AMI Montessori teacher, Miss Sandy. She has been teaching this class for over 25 years. The program helps children master their interest in math, reading, and writing before they move into the American Montessori kindergarten program.
The American Montessori, Inc kindergarten program is designed for children 4 1/2 to 6 years of age. It's taught by our AMS Montessori teacher, Miss Z. She has been teaching this class for the last 20 years. We offer the kindergarten program to students who wish to continue the Montessori schooling through kindergarten.
Reviews (13)
Danelle Schneider
Feb 02, 2022
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We love American Montessori! Miss Sandy and the teachers take great care of our son and give him so much love and attention. They really take the time to know each child individually! We like the smaller setting and we think our son just thrives. He learns so much more than he would at home and really loves the variety. It is his second home! The teachers and other parents are respectful and keep their children home when sick, which has really shown how important that is, since American Montessori hasn’t had to shut down during COVID yet. That’s really a testament to the cleanliness of the
Hailey Costello
Oct 27, 2021
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Our family could not adore American Montessori anymore than we do already. Our son started attending when he turned one and he has been excited to go to “school” everyday since. Miss Sandy and the teachers care so deeply about each student and love to watch them grow and thrive. The overall feeling of the school is so comfortable and we love the Montessori structure. If you’re considering American Montessori, look no further!
Cindy Xiong
Sep 30, 2021
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I would not recommend this daycare to anyone. My child did not attend this place thankfully. My experience with the enrollment process was very difficult. Miss Sandy was only responsive when I first was interested in the school. My subsequent emails about other questions/concerns I had were ignored. I still have not received a response. This center lacks professionalism and ethics. If they can’t even respond to my messages how will they take care of my child? Do not recommend!
Allyssa Arekpa
Aug 01, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value
We came to American Montessori when our son needed more structure and diversity than an at home daycare provided. Miss Sandy is incredibly understanding and kind with any situation that has come up. Unfortunately, we moved across the country, but would definitely recommend American Montessori to anyone.
We came to American Montessori when our son needed more structure and diversity than an at home daycare provided. Miss Sandy is incredibly understanding and kind with any situation that has come up. Unfortunately, we moved across the country, but would definitely recommend American Montessori to anyone.
Christine Keller
Apr 01, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value
I have sent both of my kids to the American Montessori and both kids have had wonderful experiences. All the teaching staff are attentive, caring and kind. My children have been enrolled from babies, through their excellent kindergarten program. I highly recommend the American Montessori.
I have sent both of my kids to the American Montessori and both kids have had wonderful experiences. All the teaching staff are attentive, caring and kind. My children have been enrolled from babies, through their excellent kindergarten program. I highly recommend the American Montessori.
Kate Crosby
Mar 29, 2021
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My kids started at the American Montessori, attending only during the summer months. They both loved it so much and were sad when the summer was over, and had to wait a whole year to return.
My son is currently attending the kindergarten program and is excited every morning to go to school. He has learned so much (way more than I anticipated) and really enjoys it!
Truly an amazing place with amazing teachers!
My son is currently attending the kindergarten program and is excited every morning to go to school. He has learned so much (way more than I anticipated) and really enjoys it!
Truly an amazing place with amazing teachers!
Vanessa Lopez
Sep 04, 2019
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The staff is great, Mrs. Sandy has always ensured my kids have what they need there. My son went here until he went to Kindergarten and my daughter has been there for 3 years. She loves her friends and the teachers. Both my kids learned a lot with their programs and my daughter is learning things to help prepare her for kindergarten. Very flexible and understanding management and Mrs.Sandy is so patient with the kids as well as the parents.
Suresh Bommineni
Nov 09, 2018
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Carrie Kneisl
Jul 27, 2018
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My son attended this school for almost a year before we had to move out of the area. He was 16 months when he started and just over 2 when we left. We absolutely loved our time there! He learned how to count, the ABC's and his vocabulary flourished. He loved his teachers and still talks about them daily. We will greatly miss American Montessori!
Naomi R.
Jun 15, 2018
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My child was enrolled Sept-June to have a more school-based structure instead of a play-based structure like she had previously at preschools. It worked well, as she was reading simple books by the end and sounding things out with phonics. She was not able to read before that. Her writing and math skills also improved to help prepare her for kindergarten coming the next year. I love the fact that she was learning everyday. She made her first best friend and has a book full of art to always remember.
The school even had a few family events like a Halloween Dance Party and a Mother's Day Tea
The school even had a few family events like a Halloween Dance Party and a Mother's Day Tea
Jessica Dougherty
Dec 12, 2017
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I can’t say enough about the teachers and staff at American Montessori. They are all top notch. We have 2 daughters currently 5 and 7 years old. Our older daughter started at American Montessori when she was 2 ½ years old and quickly was able to feel comfortable with her teacher and she learned a great deal. Our younger daughter started at 18 months and had so much fun, made friends, and learned a lot. She couldn’t wait to move to the next level each year and try something new. We never thought about leaving American Montessori they care so much about the kids and it shows.
When it came time
When it came time
Jennifer B.
Aug 28, 2017
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My son attended American Montessori for about a year and a half. He has loved it and has made so many friends. He has learned so much and is now more than prepared for Kindergarten. They go outside twice a day when the weather cooperates and have rest time which is still much needed at this age. His favorite day is Thursday which is Art day! Although I feel that the communication could be a bit better, especially in the beginning, we have been happy at American Montessori.
Jayme L.
Mar 17, 2015
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At the time I enrolled my daughter at American Montessori, I was seeking a program with structure and learning. To some extent these goals were achieved, but with a cost. The program offered here is strict, monotonous, and lacking in so many ways. Their website and director, Miss Sandy, will certainly paint a pretty picture of all the amazing things they do there, but that will be just the first of many lies from her mouth. I quickly began noticing how unhappy, and visibly stressed my daughter was upon pick-up. The children are routinely "shushed" and expected to behave as adults, not
