At Arbor Montessori School, we are proud to be an AMS-accredited school, a distinction that affirms our deep commitment to authentic, high-quality Montessori education.

Accreditation by the American Montessori Society (AMS) is a rigorous, multi-year process that evaluates all aspects of a school’s operations—curriculum, teacher preparation, classroom environments,

leadership, and ongoing improvement. Fewer than 15% of Montessori schools in the U.S. achieve this honor.

For our community, AMS accreditation means:

Authentic Montessori Practice –Every Arbor classroom from Toddler through Upper Elementary—reflects core Montessori principles:

• Mixed-age groupings
• Highly trained, credentialed lead faculty
• Full complement of Montessori hands-on materials
• Uninterrupted work periods
• Thoughtfully prepared environments that support independence and joy in learning

Accountability and Growth- Accreditation isn’t a one-time milestone. It requires continuous reflection, improvement, and regular renewal through self-study and third-party review.

A Trusted Standard for families, AMS accreditation offers the assurance that Arbor meets nationally recognized standards for excellence in Montessori education.

We don’t just call ourselves a Montessori school—we live the philosophy every day, with intention and integrity. AMS accreditation is one way we demonstrate that commitment to our students, families, and the broader Montessori community.