The Westmont Montessori School

The Westmont Montessori School has been a pillar in this community for more than 60 years, and you can feel that history the moment you walk in. Its the only Montessori school in this area accredited by the American Montessori Society, which already sets it apart. The classrooms are calm, beautiful, and intentionally prepared. The teachers guide children with real respect and patience, supporting independence in a way that feels natural and meaningful. You consistently see children choosing purposeful work, caring for their environment, and gaining confidence without even realizing how much they’re learning.

What stands out most is the sense of community. Families feel welcomed, children feel truly known, and the leadership team works hard to keep the school running smoothly. From communication to curriculum, everything has intention behind it. If you want a place where your child will be treated as an individual, encouraged to grow at their own pace, and surrounded by educators who genuinely care, Westmont is an exceptional choice. It’s not just a school with a long history. It’s a place that continues to live up to it.

Westmont Montessori has been such a special place for our family. My daughter started in Little Steps, moved through the Toddler program, and is now in Early Childhood — and she has absolutely thrived every step of the way. Every teacher we’ve had has been wonderful, so caring and genuinely invested in each child. The staff is fantastic and always makes us feel welcome and supported.

The Westmont Parent Organization adds so much, with events and activities that truly bring the community together — there’s something for everyone. It really feels like a family here.

It’s a little bit of a drive for us, but 100% worth it. We’re so excited for our son to be joining Little Steps soon and to continue being part of this amazing community.

If you’re looking for a nurturing, joyful, and supportive Montessori environment — look no further than Westmont! ❤️

Westmont Montessori is an exceptional preschool! This the only Montessori preschool that is fully accredited by the American Montessori Society in my area. Westmont is a community that engages students, families and educators. My child comes home every day with something new to share, and wakes up excited to go to school every morning. I am so happy we chose Westmont for our child!

I am a current and alumni parent of Westmont who was admittedly clueless about the difference of a Montessori education when evaluating schools for my children. Westmont educated me while educating my children and now I am an advocate for life. My children, now 7 and 3 have experienced countless benefits from the Westmont environment and I feel so strongly about the community, teachers, administration and leadership that I was driven to action to post my very first YELP review to say as much.

Westmont has each and every student's best interest at heart and I have seen that demonstrated over the course of my last 3+ years affiliated with the school. The academics and social/emotional curriculum is second to none. The community we entered has provided lasting friendships for my children and my spouse and I that have become our foundational friends in this community of Chester/Mendham that was new to us. You will not regret giving your children the opportunity to thrive at Westmont. Please reach out with any questions because as a business person I value a balanced and objective perspective but I also have very high standards so when a business exceeds those standards, especially when my children are the benefactors, I had to post a review!

I enrolled my son at Westmont and I can proudly boast that I put him in a great institution of learning. I went over the learning programs that they offer and not only do the classes teach them some so many important skills when they’re young but they are also given the chance to be kids and enjoy themselves. I notice that my child always comes home and is excited to talk about what he learned in school. Westmont is a great school for your child.