Welcome to Discovery Montessori
Since 1981, Discovery Montessori has been the school of choice for many Kitsap families. Discovery Montessori is established as an educational home for children, preschool thru 6th grade. At Discovery Montessori, we nurture your child’s growth and abilities as an independent learner using the Montessori Method.
Our mission
Montessori education differs from conventional forms of education in the fact that lessons are given individually or in small groups. Instruction is based on the needs of the child, instead of lecturing to the entire class.
We observe your child's needs/interests and offer a curriculum that integrates practical life activities, sensorial development, mathematics, language, science, geography, biology, history, music, and art.
In addition to academics, Montessori education also focuses on fostering self-esteem, respect for others, independence, self-discipline, cooperation, and love of learning.
"Imitation is the first instinct of the awakening mind."
— Maria Montessori
programs
"The first essential for the child's development is concentration. The child who concentrates is immensely happy."
— Maria Montessori
Toddler
12 months — 2.5 years
Early Primary
2.5 — 4 years
Primary
4 — 6 years
Kindergarten - 4th grade
5 — 10 years
At Discovery Montessori, we work closely with families to ensure that our school is a good match for each applicant and their family. We look for children and parents of diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences, and cultures who will benefit from a cooperative, nurturing environment where students are challenged to reach their full potential.
Parents are welcome to tour the school, meet with a teacher and observe a classroom in session prior to submitting an application.
Frequently asked questions
Application Submission
An application for the September to May academic year must be completed and returned to the Discovery Montessori School with a $125.00 non-refundable application fee. The Application Form may be downloaded from the link on the left navigation.
Before and After School Daycare
Before and after school care is available to all our full time students enrolled in any of our programs for an additional cost. Before school care program is available from 6:00 am to 9:00 am. After school care runs from 3:000 pm to 5:15 pm. The children in these programs enjoy a wide range of activities including arts, crafts, computers, cooking, sports and outdoor play.
Tuition
We offer 3 and 5 day primary programs for both full day and half day attendance.Half day students may participate in lunch and recess for a small fee. The fee covers the time that the child is cared for but does not include their lunch.
Our Kindergarten and Elementary programs are full day programs, Monday through Friday.
We offer a 10% sibling discount on tuition. The discount will be applied to the tuition(s) with the lowest monthly fees.
Daycare programs are offered for both before and after school hours.
Families are invoiced monthly for tuition, fees and incidentals and are due on the first of each month from September through May. There is no penalty for prepayment.
Tuition is based on an annual cost (Setember through May) and may be divided into 9 equal payments for your convenience. Because this cost is based on an annual amount, months with holidays will have the same amount due as those months without holidays or breaks.
Contact our office for an interview and pricing.
Contract
Annual tuition and before and after school care fees are paid on a monthly basis with nine equal payments. The payments are due on first of each month beginning on September 1 and continuing on the first of each month through May. A late fee will be assessed for payments received after the 10th of each month. If payment or arrangements have not been made by the 15th of each month, services will be suspended and your child will not be allowed to attend until the account is brought current.
Discount
We offer a 5% sibling discount on tuition. The discount will be applied to the tuition(s) with the lowest monthly fees.
Statement of Non-discrimination
Discovery Montessori admits students of any sex, race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. Discovery Montessori does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies or financial aid program.
Meet our staff
Sabrina Gardner
Director
Brenda Sutton
Office Manager
Alyssa Shilston
Lead Toddler Teacher
Shanie Fairbanks
Assistant Teacher
Marki Griffin
Lead Early Primary Teacher
Maria McKee
Assistant Teacher
Brenda Randol
Lead Primary Teacher
Tisha Moller
Assistant Teacher
Vincent Dabbah
Assistant Teacher
Claudia Farias
Lead Elementary Teacher
Valerie Nelson
Co-Elementary Teacher
Rin
Substitute
Join us today to maximize your child's growth!
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Contact us
Address
1026 Sidney Ave, Suite 160
Port Orchard, WA 98366
info@discoverymontessori.org
Phone
(360) 443-7120