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For over five decades, Alexander Montessori School has served children, ages 18 months to 12 years by providing an unrivaled educational experience. With four campuses in Miami, Florida, AMS has earned a reputation as a place where the Teachers and Staff truly care about their students. This nurturing atmosphere, coupled with the Montessori Method, creates a dynamic environment where children “Learn to Love to Learn.” We invite you to explore the Alexander Montessori School website and discover the difference.
Accredited by 6 distinguished organizations
Families from 6 out of the 7 continents (Antarcticans, apply now!)
Dozens of diverse activities during and after school
Second language opportunities–including immersion programs
Thousands of successful graduates since 1963
Toddler
Ages 18 months to 3 years
- Available at the Palmetto Bay Campus (18 months-3 years) and the Old Cutler Road Campus (2-3 years)
- A nurturing environment
- A child-centered and thoughtful curriculum
- Empowering independence and interdependence
Preschool
Ages 3 to 6 years
- Available at the Red Road Campus, Old Cutler Road Campus, and Palmetto Bay Campus
- A three-year mixed-age community with highly trained, certified, and experienced teachers
- Individualized learning at your child's pace
- Spanish Immersion
Lower Elementary
Grades 1 through 3
- Available at the Ludlam Road Campus
- A three-year mixed-aged community with highly trained, certified, experienced teachers
- Individualized curriculum at your child's pace
- Music, art, computers, dance, and other specialized classes
Upper Elementary
Grades 4 through 5
- Available at the Ludlam Road Campus
- Departmentalized Middle School Preparatory Program with subject area specialists
- Options available to work above grade level
- Music, art, computers, dance, and other specialized classes
Nestled on
four scenic campuses
Families living or working in the South Miami/Coral Gables/Coconut Grove/Downtown areas often find our FREE shuttle bus from our Red Road (South Miami) location to be convenient. Students will be transported from our Red Road Campus to the Old Cutler Road Campus, the Palmetto Bay Campus, or the Ludlam Road Campus.
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In the News
![Celebrating Maria Montessori's 150th Birthday!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1599066378/alexander/ftpdxqo5ehu3rhvgmagr/mmday5.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1599066378/alexander/ftpdxqo5ehu3rhvgmagr/mmday5.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1599066378/alexander/ftpdxqo5ehu3rhvgmagr/mmday5.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1599066378/alexander/ftpdxqo5ehu3rhvgmagr/mmday5.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1599066378/alexander/ftpdxqo5ehu3rhvgmagr/mmday5.jpg","width":1600}])
On August 31st, we celebrated Maria Montessori's 150th birthday!
![2020-2021 First Week of School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1599057184/alexander/jfhsrplpdoqmusdr0dys/firstday17.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1599057184/alexander/jfhsrplpdoqmusdr0dys/firstday17.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1599057184/alexander/jfhsrplpdoqmusdr0dys/firstday17.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1599057184/alexander/jfhsrplpdoqmusdr0dys/firstday17.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1599057184/alexander/jfhsrplpdoqmusdr0dys/firstday17.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1599057184/alexander/jfhsrplpdoqmusdr0dys/firstday17.jpg","width":2200}])
We're off to a great start with the 2020-2021 School Year. We want to congratulate all of our students, parents, and Teachers for a wonderful first week!
![2020 Alexander Camp Recap]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1599056731/alexander/xdlqknpeec5stugsktu8/art3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1599056731/alexander/xdlqknpeec5stugsktu8/art3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1599056731/alexander/xdlqknpeec5stugsktu8/art3.jpg","width":683}])
Our Alexander Campers had a blast over the summer! This year, we had small groups of up to 10, and we are proud to share that it was a success.
![Kindergarten Graduation Parade]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1591982563/alexander/bk5fcvuffqu03glimsdy/kindergartenparade5.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1591982563/alexander/bk5fcvuffqu03glimsdy/kindergartenparade5.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1591982563/alexander/bk5fcvuffqu03glimsdy/kindergartenparade5.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1591982563/alexander/bk5fcvuffqu03glimsdy/kindergartenparade5.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1591982563/alexander/bk5fcvuffqu03glimsdy/kindergartenparade5.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1591982563/alexander/bk5fcvuffqu03glimsdy/kindergartenparade5.jpg","width":2200}])
Our Kindergarten Graduates were celebrated with a drive-by car parade! Their Teachers and Teacher Assistants gathered to acknowledge their big day.
![AMS Fifth Grade Graduation Parade]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1591981794/alexander/kq7aucotiwi1jxzrltoz/grad43.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1591981794/alexander/kq7aucotiwi1jxzrltoz/grad43.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1591981794/alexander/kq7aucotiwi1jxzrltoz/grad43.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1591981794/alexander/kq7aucotiwi1jxzrltoz/grad43.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1591981794/alexander/kq7aucotiwi1jxzrltoz/grad43.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1591981794/alexander/kq7aucotiwi1jxzrltoz/grad43.jpg","width":2200}])
On June 2nd, we celebrated our Fifth Graders with a Graduation Parade! Each of our Graduates and their loved ones paraded past their Teachers and Administrators as they received their diplomas.
![2019-2020 AMS Virtual Coffee House and Poetry Oration]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1591980249/alexander/hxc8sicesjsuifhjy6rl/coffee2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1591980249/alexander/hxc8sicesjsuifhjy6rl/coffee2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1591980249/alexander/hxc8sicesjsuifhjy6rl/coffee2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1591980249/alexander/hxc8sicesjsuifhjy6rl/coffee2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1591980249/alexander/hxc8sicesjsuifhjy6rl/coffee2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1591980249/alexander/hxc8sicesjsuifhjy6rl/coffee2.jpg","width":1685}])
This year, our amazing Language Arts and Language Enrichment Teachers joined forces to create a Virtual Coffee House and Poetry Oration event. The Middle School Prep students were able to recite two poems for this amazing event: A poem of their choice and an original poem written by the student.