The mission of Montessori Academy is to prepare students to be life-long learners and responsible citizens of the world community. Through the use of Montessori methods and philosophy, an individualized approach in multi-age groupings encourages developmentally appropriate learning of academics, and social and life skills. All children are given the freedom - in a structured environment that is nurturing, child-centered and supportive - to develop their gifts and pursue their interests while also learning the incumbent responsibilities.
Objectives
Montessori Academy continues its dedication to helping each child achieve it's potential by nurturing and stimulating that unique union of mind and body through academics, music, drama, art, movement, and practical life skills directed by dedicated staff in a setting prepared for learning.
The school uses the Montessori Method combined with the latest research in learning to create an environment where children experience the joy of learning; the excitement of sudden intuitive leaps in understanding and the pride of accomplishment. The carefully planned, stimulating environment helps children develop within themselves an excellent foundation for creative learning. The learning materials have been designed to provide a wide variety of learning experiences geared to the developmental needs of young children. The learning involved in handling, manipulating and working with these materials is fascinating and absorbing for the young child. When engaged in these well-structured tasks and in exploratory activities, the child experiences a deep inner satisfaction, which leaves him or her with an overall positive attitude.
History
Montessori Academy is corporation organized in 2000 under the laws of the State of Florida. It operates out of two locations:
Toddlers and Young Montessorians - 19620 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines, Broward County, Florida.
Early Childhood and Elementary - 19200 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines, Broward County, Florida.
The school opened its doors September, 2002, in a stand-alone building located in the International Plaza, in western Pembroke Pines. At our initial opening in 2002-2003 school year, we had one classroom devoted to Toddlers, and six classrooms for Early Childhood students. In 2003-2004 we expanded adding an additional room for Pre-K/Kindergarten. We have expanded to included Primary Elementary begining with the 2004-2005 school year.
On August 2007 we opened our "East Campus" catering to our Preschool and Elementary programs.
Affiliations
Montessori Academy is fully licensed by the Department of Children and Families of Broward County.
Montessori Academy also holds Full Affiliation status with the American Montessori Society. Our lead teachers are Montessori trained and certified, and maintain professional memberships with the American Montessori Society.
Montessori Academy is also in the process of attaining accreditation from the Southeastern Association of Independent Schools.
Organization
Montessori Academy of Broward, Inc. has elected to be an S-Corporation under the laws of the IRS governing corporations. Parents play a very important role in the functioning of the school and are expected to participate in various aspects of the operation such as fundraising, snack preparation, Parents-Teachers Organization, etc.
Admissions
Montessori Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, disabilities, or marital status in the administration of its educational policies, admission or hiring policies and other school administered programs.
Contact the office for detailed enrollment information, or visit one of our campuses.
Enrollment applications are accepted from January through July for the following academic year.
Children that are incoming to the Toddler program must be 18 months old by the start of school in September (toilet training is not a requirement for admission).
The ideal student is a good citizen who is respectful. MAB seeks to create and maintain a student body consisting of students with varying capabilities who will flourish and add to the Montessori environment and community.
For younger applicants, the perceived ability to adapt to Montessori methods, as well as behavior, is critical to a student’s admission.
Factors in acceptance:
Preference to siblings, then transfer students from other Montessori schools, then students new to MAB.
Age and gender distribution in the classroom
Family Commitment (as outlined in the application letter).
During the re-enrollment period (usually January 15 through February 15) spaces are held for currently enrolled students and their siblings.
If the school has full enrollment the applicants' names are placed on a waiting list. As space becomes available, the administration notifies the parents and proceeds with the next step of the enrollment process.
Only under very special circumstances would new students be accepted after March 1 for the current school year.
The mission of Montessori Academy is to prepare students to be life-long learners and responsible citizens of the world community. Through the use of Montessori methods and philosophy, an individualized approach in multi-age groupings encourages developmentally appropriate learning of academics, and social and life skills. All children are given the freedom - in a structured environment that is nurturing, child-centered and supportive - to develop their gifts and pursue their interests while also learning the incumbent responsibilities. 
The school uses the Montessori Method combined with the latest research in learning to create an environment where children experience the joy of learning; the excitement of sudden intuitive leaps in understanding and the pride of accomplishment. The carefully planned, stimulating environment helps children develop within themselves an excellent foundation for creative learning. The learning materials have been designed to provide a wide variety of learning experiences geared to the developmental needs of young children. The learning involved in handling, manipulating and working with these materials is fascinating and absorbing for the young child. When engaged in these well-structured tasks and in exploratory activities, the child experiences a deep inner satisfaction, which leaves him or her with an overall positive attitude. 
