• If young people are to meet the challenges of survival that faces them today, it is imperative that they develop to the fullest extent possible their potential for creativity, initiative, independence, inner discipline and self-confidence. This is the central focus of Montessori education."
    -Maria Montessori
    Founder of Montessori Education Method

A Nurturing Environment for Your 3 to 12 Year-Old

The Children's Tree Montessori School was founded in 2000 to provide children and their parents an alternative to public school education. We offer a nurturing, child-centered environment where children can develop independence, respect--both for themselves, others and the world we live in, and a lifelong love of learning.

The Children's Tree is the only Montessori school on the Connecticut Shoreline with both primary (preschool ages 3-6) and elementary (ages 6-12) programs. Students come from all over - Old Saybrook, Clinton, Westbrook, Chester, Old Lyme, East Lyme, Essex and Middletown, to name a few. We are proud to offer every student an individualized workplan, which is based on their interests and needs.

Students at the Children's Tree benefit from small classes, which are guided by teachers and aides who are Montessori certified. Our school is more than just a building and teachers though--it is a community made up of all the different families who believe in a better form of educating our children.

Schedule a Tour Today!

We invite you to peruse our website and then call us at 860-388-3536 or email our school with any questions or to schedule a tour of The Children's Tree Montessori School.

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Financial Aid

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The Newsletter Archives

Visit The Children's Tree Montessori School newsletter archives to see what's been going on at The Children's Tree Montessori School. Revisit past months articles and notices. Stay informed on the highlights of your child's education.

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2012-2013 Calendar

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Children’s Tree Summer and Beyond

2013 Summer Camp - Register Now!

It's not too early to start thinking warm thoughts of the summer ahead. Plan summer fun for your child at our 2013 Summer Camp. The wonderfully qualified teaching staff at The Children’s Tree Montessori School have come together to create an interactive summer program to keep your child (ren) engaged, discovering, and learning. We're offering 3 different themes over 6 weeks.
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Lego Adventure - Week 1
Lego Adventure - Week 2
Little Chefs - Week 1
Little Chefs - Week 2
Animal Kingdom - Week 1
Animal Kingdom - Week 2

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2013-2014 Calendar

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Our Accreditations:

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