Cultivate independence and responsibility

“Santa Cruz Montessori has helped my children develop into the confident, interested, engaged children they had the potential to become. I see them grow every day.” SCM Parent

Santa Cruz Montessori balances classes as much as possible by age and gender. These classes serve children from ages 18 months through 15 years, through grade nine. All programs are structured in 3-year age spans, except for the Young Children's Community, which serves children from 18 months through 3 years. The children typically stay in their class for three years. This mixed age group allows a spirit of community and family to grow. The older children experience the joy of helping the younger ones, thereby crystallizing their own knowledge and paving the way for the younger ones to learn and grow. Children have the freedom to work with others who share their interests and level of ability, regardless of age.

Montessori Programs:

Young Children’s Community (18 months – 3 years/Preschool)
Primary (3-6 years/Preschool and Kindergarten)
Elementary (6-12 years/first through sixth grades)
Junior High (12-15 years/seventh through ninth grades)

Special Programs:

After School Recreation/Care Programs
After School Enrichment Program for elementary students
Intramural Sports Program for Upper Elementary & Junior High students

Summer Programs:

Summer Classes and Summer Camps (2 - 12 years)

Santa Cruz Montessori • 6230 Soquel Drive • Aptos, CA 95003 • Ph: 831-476-1646 • Fax: 831-476-2703 •