About Kindred Montessori Academy

Rooted in belonging. Inspired by childhood.

Our Montessori Approach

The Montessori philosophy guides everything we do.
Children learn through hands-on exploration, purposeful work, and freedom within clear and loving boundaries. They develop concentration, independence, social responsibility, and a lifelong love for learning.

Our classrooms include:

A beautifully prepared environment
Multi-age communities
Hands-on, sensorial materials
Individual and small-group lessons
Long, uninterrupted work cycles
Respectful guidance and modeling

We see the child as capable, intelligent, and full of potential — and our role is to nurture that potential with care.

Belonging

At Kindred Montessori Academy, students are encouraged to explore materials, curriculum, and personal interests with the guidance and support of our dedicated guides.

While we are a school and we offer childcare, we are so much more than that. We are a community of families and children learning, working, and playing together—nurturing each child’s growth and development along the way.

Joyful Learning

"Take my picture too, Ms. Sarah!" Our young student here is tweezing beans from one cup to the other. He's building his self-control, eye-hand coordination and strength, and concentration.

Independence

“I do it myself!” isn’t your child pushing back—it’s them showing confidence in their growing abilities.

Even small tasks, like parking bikes in their spots, can give children a powerful sense of belonging, independence, and growth.

Grace & Courtesy

Waiting for a turn can be tough, but it nurtures patience and a growing awareness of others.

Our young child is waiting for the play dough. She's been offered other work and has said, "no thank you." The other child pictured has asked for her work not to be touched. Both have shown respect and kindness to each other.

Our Story

Kindred Montessori Academy began with a simple belief: that childhood deserves gentleness, beauty, and respect.
What started as a dream to create a small, nurturing community has grown into a place where families find connection and children thrive.

Our name — Kindred — reflects the heart behind our work:
a community bound by shared care, purpose, and love for the child.

Our Team

Ms. Sarah

Founder &

Head of School

About Me

Experience

Certifications

My husband Kyle is a Web Designer and worship director. I am a mom to 3 wonderful children, and a life-long educator. I love animals, helping others, and the color green.