History of Maria Montessori School

1986

Founded by Maria Cole with six children, Maria Montessori School met in one classroom at St. Michael’s School on Summer Avenue, gradually increasing its enrollment.

1991

Enrollment increased to 35 and, by 1992, the school was serving 60 children.

1992

The school’s current home on Harbor Town was opened, adding an additional Primary environment and housing the Elementary environment.

1995

The two campuses were combined at the Harbor Town location.

1994

A development fund allowed the school to complete construction of the second floor of the Harbor Town campus to accommodate growing needs in the Elementary environment. Today, the fund provides for the continued staff training and overall improvements.

1996

The completion of our Middle School environment allowed us to create one of the few middle school Montessori curriculums in the Mid-South.

2003

The River Garden and Amphitheater, located on the east bank of the school overlooking the Harbor Town marina, was completed.

2004

The Toddler Community, accommodating children from ages 18 months to 2 ½ years, was established in the fall.