Montessori Children's Schoolhouse

Montessori Children's Schoolhouse Fostering independence, curiosity, and learning! Starting from 22 months through 12 years of age.

Since 1968, MCS has provided guidance and educational opportunities as vast as a child’s desire to discover. We offer toddler, early childhood, kindergarten, and elementary programs. Stimulating classroom environments promote creativity and exploration that help students develop a love for learning. We emphasize respect for others, respect for oneself, and respect for the environment to help prepa

re our students for a lifetime of success, both inside and outside of the classroom. MCS welcomes children of any age, race, religion, color, national, and ethnic origin.

🍎 New friendships, new skills, and so much to discover as our students settle into the new school year! From connecting ...
09/03/2026

🍎 New friendships, new skills, and so much to discover as our students settle into the new school year! From connecting with classmates to diving into their work, there’s already plenty of learning and growing happening throughout MCS. ❤️

A community of kindness starts with the students themselves!Mrs. Grushkin’s Elementary students worked together to creat...
08/31/2026

A community of kindness starts with the students themselves!

Mrs. Grushkin’s Elementary students worked together to create their own classroom rules, giving them a voice in the kind of classroom community they want to build together. 🍎❤️

We’re so happy to have our students back and already busy learning, exploring, and getting back into their routines. 🍎
08/28/2026

We’re so happy to have our students back and already busy learning, exploring, and getting back into their routines. 🍎

Before the students arrived, our teachers spent countless hours preparing their classrooms for a new school year. In Mon...
08/26/2026

Before the students arrived, our teachers spent countless hours preparing their classrooms for a new school year. In Montessori, the environment itself is an important part of the learning experience, with each space thoughtfully arranged to encourage independence, exploration, and meaningful work.

Now these classrooms are officially filled with busy hands and curious minds again, just as they should be! 🍎

🍎 We’re back 😎After a little extra waiting, we are so excited to begin welcoming our students and families back to MCS f...
08/24/2026

🍎 We’re back 😎

After a little extra waiting, we are so excited to begin welcoming our students and families back to MCS for the 2026–2027 school year!

One of the best parts of a new school year is seeing our MCS community come together again. Thank you to our families for your patience, support, and enthusiasm as we begin another year together.

We’re so happy to have you back. Here’s to a wonderful school year, MCS! 🍎

Important Back-to-School Update:Due to the continued recovery throughout our area, we have made additional adjustments t...
08/16/2026

Important Back-to-School Update:

Due to the continued recovery throughout our area, we have made additional adjustments to our start-of-school schedule. Thank you to our MCS families for your continued patience, flexibility, and understanding.

Please note our updated projected start dates:

🍎Grades K–8: Monday, August 24

🍎Toddler & NEW Early Childhood: Phase-in schedules will begin Tuesday, August 25

🍎Returning Early Childhood: Thursday, August 27

🍎Please check your email for updated information regarding Open Houses, Parent Orientations, and phase-in schedules.

We know everyone is eager to begin the school year, and we can’t wait to welcome our students back to MCS! ❤️

🍎 Important Back-to-School UpdateWe want to provide our MCS families with an update regarding modifications to our first...
08/14/2026

🍎 Important Back-to-School Update

We want to provide our MCS families with an update regarding modifications to our first days of school. Our projected first day is now Wednesday, August 19, 2026, for students in Kindergarten through 8th grade.

This is an unprecedented event for Northwest Indiana and certainly not how many families anticipated beginning the school year. We are grateful for your patience and understanding as many of the communities around us continue to recover. ❤️

Please note the following schedule changes:

📅 Monday, August 17: There will be no Open House.

📅 Tuesday, August 18: There will be no half day of classes.

📅 Wednesday, August 19:
• Projected first full day of classes for Kindergarten through 8th grade
• New Early Childhood Open House from 8:30–9:30 a.m. Start date/time for new Early childhood students will be shared via email.
• Elementary and Toddler Parent Orientation from 6:00–7:00 p.m., as previously scheduled

📅 Thursday, August 20:
• Early Childhood and Kindergarten Parent Orientation from 6:00–7:00 p.m., as previously scheduled

There is no change to the Toddler phase-in schedule.

Thank you again for your flexibility and understanding. We look forward to welcoming our students back to MCS! 🍎

🍎 Helping Your Child Prepare for the New School YearWhether your child is starting school for the very first time or ret...
08/07/2026

🍎 Helping Your Child Prepare for the New School Year

Whether your child is starting school for the very first time or returning to the classroom, a little preparation can help make the transition smoother.

Here are a few simple ways to get ready:

🍎Talk positively about school. Share what they’ll do, who they’ll see, and all the exciting things they’ll get to learn and explore.

🍎Start easing back into your school routine. Gradually adjust bedtimes, wake-up times, and morning routines before the first day.

🍎Practice independence. Encourage your child to put on their own shoes, carry their backpack, wash their hands, and help clean up after themselves. These small skills build confidence.

🍎Acknowledge their feelings. It’s okay if your child feels excited, nervous, or a little unsure. Let them know those feelings are normal and remind them that their teachers will be there to help.

🍎Keep goodbyes short and confident. Children often take their cues from us. A warm hug, a reassuring smile, and a consistent goodbye routine help build trust and confidence.

We can’t wait to welcome our new and returning students for another wonderful year at Montessori Children’s Schoolhouse! ❤️

Meet the MCS Team: Ms. Nicole 😀This year, we're excited to welcome Ms. Nicole into a new role as our lead Secondary Prog...
08/03/2026

Meet the MCS Team: Ms. Nicole 😀

This year, we're excited to welcome Ms. Nicole into a new role as our lead Secondary Program Teacher! After 30 years as an employee at MCS, including the last 20 years in our Toddler classroom, Ms. Nicole is beginning an exciting new chapter.

🍎 Name:
Ms. Nicole Fara

📚 New Role at MCS:
Secondary Program Lead Teacher

💛 How many years have you been part of the MCS family?
I just finished my 30th year with MCS as an employee, and I'm lucky enough to say I also spent three years here as an Early Childhood and Kindergarten student!

🌱 What has kept you at MCS all these years?
I love what MCS offers our students, allowing each one to grow and learn at their own pace.

✨ What are you most looking forward to about teaching in the Secondary Program?
Honestly, I'm looking forward to seeing what the students are able to teach me. Learning is fun when it is reciprocal.

❤️ What is one thing you'll miss most about the Toddler classroom?
The tender, innocent moments as the children come to realize they are capable individuals...and the hugs!

🏈 What do you enjoy doing outside of school?
Playing with my dogs, attending college football games, and taking long rides on the back of a motorcycle.

🎓 What is one thing you hope your middle school students take away from their time in your classroom?
Learning should always be fun, even as the work gets harder.

Please join us in congratulating Ms. Nicole on this exciting new role. We are grateful for the care and dedication she has shared with our youngest learners over the years, and we can't wait to see the impact she'll make with our middle school students! 🍎

🏛️ Celebrating 100 Years of Our Historic Building!This year, we’re celebrating the 100th anniversary of the beautiful bu...
07/31/2026

🏛️ Celebrating 100 Years of Our Historic Building!

This year, we’re celebrating the 100th anniversary of the beautiful building that Montessori Children’s Schoolhouse proudly calls home.

Originally built for the Northern States Life Insurance Company, the building’s official dedication took place on July 31, 1926. Its stunning architecture and timeless craftsmanship have stood the test of time.

Since 1984, these historic halls have been home to Montessori Children’s Schoolhouse, where generations of children have learned, grown, and discovered the joy of learning.

Here’s to celebrating a century of history—and many more years to come! 🍎

Address

5935 Hohman Avenue
Hammond, IN
46320

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7am - 5:30pm
Friday 7am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+12199325666

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