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'The But': Why You Shouldn't Walk Away from Montessori
January 12, 2026
We are delighted to know that so many families are committed to keeping their children at Springmont through Middle School. However, each January, I inevitably hear from some families who are considering applying their children to another school: 'We love Springmont, but...' This is hard to hear because most often these students are thriving and benefiting from their preK-8th grade Montessori experience.
The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and Harvard Business Review (among a slew of others) recognize the benefits. The WSJ reported that 'Montessori schools have a record of success,' noting that 12-year-olds in Montessori programs wrote more complex stories and were more socially adept than their peers in more traditional settings. Just last year, in an article titled 'The Surprising Health Benefits of Montessori Education', Forbes touted how this method reduces student stress and anxiety. And the Harvard Business Review (which often features positive writings about Montessori education) has recently published articles such as 'Montessori Builds Innovators' and 'How Do Innovators Think?', both pointing out that Montessori's focus on allowing children to follow their curiosity is a primary driver of success for the likes of Jeff Bezos (Amazon) and Sergei Brin and Larry Page (Google).
We all want happiness and success for our children. Montessori education allows for mastery and an individualized academic pace. It develops 'soft skills' and autonomy, provides stability and deep relationships, and prepares students for the 'real world'. In short, Montessori students often do better in high school and college because of these skills. By the time they leave Springmont, students have already learned how to take initiative, think critically, and manage their time. Aside from academic superiority (according to a meta-analysis of 32 studies), Montessori students also exhibit a higher degree of executive function - a strong predictor of life success - and overall perceive a significantly more positive school experience and greater love of learning than those in a traditional model.
So, let's forget about 'the but'... let's just leave it at 'We love Springmont!'
P.S. If you have questions or concerns, or you'd like to take a look at your child's next academic level, email me! arestifo@springmont.com.
Tuition Assistance and New Student Applications are due February 1
January 12, 2026
Applications for NEW students (including siblings of current students) are due by February 1. Annual Registration for CURRENT students will be available February 9 and is due back February 27.
Both NEW and CURRENT families requesting Tuition Assistance should apply via FAST by the February 1stdeadline. Please note that if you have not created a new FAST account as of 10/1/24, you must create a new one. Once you've registered your new account, you will use the same account for any future applications. Please note that login credentials from previous application years will not be valid. Need help signing in or creating an account? Reach out to familysupport@ismfast.com.
Questions may be directed to Andrea Restifo at arestifo@springmont.com.
Happy New Year!
January 06, 2026
As we welcome 2026, Springmont is proud and grateful to have a community that includes so many wonderful families, students, and employees. Our school is extraordinary because of our shared commitment to authentic Montessori learning, which inspires students to become creative, independent, and globally minded.
We know that choosing a school is one of the most important decisions parents make. Would you be willing to help us attract more families who value a learning environment that balances academic learning with social/emotional well-being? You can help in two ways!
Sharing your family’s positive Springmont experience on sites like the ones linked below takes just a minute or two and makes a significant impact! A big THANK YOU to all the families who have already left such wonderful reviews!
- Niche.com – Click here to go directly to writing a review.
- GreatSchools.com – Click here to go directly to writing a review.
- PrivateSchoolReview.com – Click here to “Endorse Springmont School”
(Google no longer accepts school reviews.)
Word-of-mouth referrals are the #1 way new families learn about Springmont. Applications for new students are due February 1. Do you have a friend, neighbor, colleague, or co-worker with school-aged children? Encourage them to learn more about Springmont by booking an individualized tour!
Don't forget about Ordo!
January 06, 2026
Ordo is Springmont’s Tuesday-Friday lunch delivery service. Their nutritious hot meals start at just $5.99 and include kid favorites like quesadillas, mac & cheese, and chicken tenders, accompanied by fresh fruits and vegetables.
If you haven’t yet ordered for your child, we hope you will give it a try!
- Ordering is done weekly (orders for the upcoming week are due each Sunday!) via a Springmont-dedicated online portal and may be done up to a month in advance.
- Click here to learn more and sign up for an Ordo account.
- If you have any questions or need help, reach out to support@ordo.com or text (855) 756-2909.
Springmont Parent Association (SPA) Meeting - Jan 16
January 06, 2026
All parents/guardians are invited to join Springmont Parent Association (SPA) Co-Chairs Steve Little, Mary Kamau, and Kathleen Phelps on Friday, January 16, beginning at 8:45 a.m. in the Media Center.
Topics for this meeting will include:
- Our February 21st CommUNITY Dinner
- Updates and ideas around a parent social gathering
- A debrief of the Nov 21 Hawks game
- How parents can support the April 25th Auction
- Brainstorming ideas about how to increase parent attendance and engagement at future SPA meetings
There is no need to RSVP, but please plan to join us!
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