About Us
Growing Confident, Independent Humans Since 1983
Who We Are
A School With Deep Roots in This Community
Mount Dora Montessori is an AMI Recognized Montessori school located in historic downtown Mount Dora, Florida. We have been part of this community since 1983, serving children from infancy through middle school.
Our campus is designed so your child has every opportunity to grow into an independent, self-actualized person — ready to take on the world.
Founded
1983
Programs
Infancy through Middle School
Ages Served
3 Months – 15 Years
Students
130+
What We Stand For
Our Core Purpose
To nurture a love of learning.
Our Core Values
We Commit to Excellence
Grounded in Montessori principles, we hold ourselves to the highest standards in every aspect of our work and community. We pursue excellence by encouraging independence, self-discipline, and resourcefulness.
We Lead With Kindness
We honor each individual’s needs with respect and care. We support each other’s growth with grace and courtesy.
We Make Everyone Feel Welcome
Our school fosters a warm and inclusive environment where children, families, and staff feel valued and connected. We build a strong and engaged community that thrives on shared curiosity about the world.
We Choose Joy
We celebrate joy in learning, in our work, and in our relationships with one another. A sense of wonder, enthusiasm, and positivity permeates everything we do, making our school a place where everyone thrives.
We Stay Curious
We have a growth mindset. We ask questions, remain open to new perspectives, and embrace challenges as new opportunities to grow.
Our Programs
A Continuum of Learning, From Infancy Through Middle School
Our multi-age classrooms reflect the natural way children learn and grow. Younger children are inspired by observing older peers, while older children deepen their understanding by mentoring, leading, and modeling confidence and responsibility.
A Message From Our Head of School
