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About Little City Montessori

An independent, private Montessori school serving Philadelphia families from toddler through elementary with authentic Montessori education.

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Our Mission

To provide an authentic Montessori education that nurtures the whole child — intellectually, socially, emotionally, and physically — in a joyful, inclusive community.

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Our Vision

A world where every child is respected as a capable, creative individual, empowered to pursue their passions and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

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Our Values

Respect, independence, curiosity, community, diversity, and a deep commitment to the Montessori philosophy of following the child's natural development.

Our Story

Little City Montessori is an independent, private Montessori school serving Philadelphia families from toddler through elementary, offering authentic Montessori education with credentialed teachers.

Meet Our Team

Our dedicated educators bring years of Montessori experience and a genuine passion for nurturing each child's potential.

Sarah Mitchell
Head of School

Sarah brings over 15 years of Montessori education experience. She holds an AMS credential in Early Childhood and a Master's in Education from the University of Pennsylvania.

James Rodriguez
Primary Lead Teacher

James is a passionate Montessori educator with AMI credentials. He has been guiding Primary students at Little City for 8 years, fostering curiosity and independence in every child.

Emily Chen
Toddler Lead Teacher

Emily holds an AMS Infant-Toddler credential and believes in creating warm, responsive environments where the youngest learners feel safe to explore and discover.

Michael Thompson
Elementary Lead Teacher

Michael guides our Elementary students through the Great Lessons and beyond. With a background in environmental science and Montessori education, he brings learning to life.

Lisa Park
Admissions Director

Lisa welcomes new families to our community. She is dedicated to helping parents understand the Montessori approach and finding the right fit for every child.

American Montessori Society

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