West Side Montessori

West Side Montessori is a private school for children thirteen months through eighth grade serving the communities of Toledo, Sylvania, Perrysburg, Southeast Michigan, and surrounding areas. The Montessori method is an alternative to traditional methods. It uses a hands-on approach that follows the child's natural development. The curriculum is based upon the methodology developed by Dr. Maria Montessori and combines a rich academic program with life skills that focus on the development of the whole child. Independence, responsibility and respect, valuing diversity, problem solving, and understanding the interconnectedness of the world are skills practiced daily in the classroom. West Side Montessori is recognized by the American Montessori Society as one of the best Montessori schools nationwide. The school has been encouraging academic excellence in a nurturing, child-centered environment for over 30 years.