Madison Community Montessori School

Madison Community Montessori School Madison Community Montessori School has been serving the needs of children (ages 15 months-14 years)

Madison Community Montessori School (MCMS) is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) school founded in 1972. MCMS is the only Montessori school in the greater Madison area to to serve toddlers through 8th grade. The preschool and elementary programs are accredited and recognized by the international accreditation body known as Association Montessori Internationale (AMI). MCMS assists children to develop

and grow into creative, confident and self-motivated adults with a love for learning, creating minds that have the ability to do critical thinking and problem-solving and are well prepared to enter the work place and contribute back to the community.

Summer fun in the sun! ☀️ Our Elementary Summer Retreat students took a trip to Henry Vilas Zoo this morning. A great wa...
08/07/2026

Summer fun in the sun! ☀️

Our Elementary Summer Retreat students took a trip to Henry Vilas Zoo this morning. A great way to cap off the week!

When a simple lesson becomes a moment of discovery!With just a few droppers and bottles of colored water, one child expl...
08/04/2026

When a simple lesson becomes a moment of discovery!

With just a few droppers and bottles of colored water, one child explored what happens when colors come together. Yellow met blue, red blended with yellow, and each new combination sparked curiosity, excitement, and another question: "What will happen if I try this?"

In a Montessori classroom, learning isn't about being given the answers - it's about discovering them through hands-on exploration. Activities like color mixing nurture observation, concentration, problem-solving and the joy of experimentation, all while building confidence in a child's ability to learn.

Sometimes the biggest discoveries being with a single drop.

✈️🇯🇵 Our elementary summer students are embarking on an exciting journey to explore Japan! This week, they’ll discover J...
08/03/2026

✈️🇯🇵 Our elementary summer students are embarking on an exciting journey to explore Japan! This week, they’ll discover Japan’s rich culture and traditions through engaging, hands-on activities.

This morning they kicked things off with homemade Ramen tasting, Kawaii art keychains, Pokemon and block printing!

At an authentic Montessori school, beauty isn't reserved for the oldest students. Even in our Toddler Community, every d...
07/22/2026

At an authentic Montessori school, beauty isn't reserved for the oldest students. Even in our Toddler Community, every detail is thoughtfully prepared with young children in mind.

From child-sized furniture and carefully chosen materials to fresh flowers, soft natural light, and simple, inviting spaces, these beautiful touches send an important message: You belong here. You are capable. You are worthy of care.

A calm, orderly environment helps toddlers feel secure, encourages independence, and invites joyful exploration. Sometimes it's the smallest details that make the biggest difference.

✨ Beauty nurtures the spirit, no matter how young the child.

Scenes from summer at MCMS! ☀️🕶️
07/06/2026

Scenes from summer at MCMS! ☀️🕶️

Children’s House and After School Program Assistant (CHAS) (Ages 3-6)We are searching for someone to work alongside othe...
06/24/2026

Children’s House and After School Program Assistant (CHAS) (Ages 3-6)

We are searching for someone to work alongside others in an environment specifically designed for children ages 3-6. This is an opportunity for the 2026-27 school-year position, which begins on August 24, 2026. (possibility for hours next summer, if interested). This full-time position is from 11:00am-5:00pm, Monday-Friday, and comes with benefits. This position requires supervision and support for children in the overall school environment, including in the classroom during lunch, outside at recess, nap support for our youngest students, and after school care for those are enrolled in this program. Candidates who have prior experience in a childcare setting or have served in a Montessori classroom previously are preferred. Please submit your resumé with a cover letter outlining your interest to: [email protected]

Our Montessori school is having a free “sale” in Middleton on Thursday, June 18, from 8:30am-1:00pm. Many of the items a...
06/17/2026

Our Montessori school is having a free “sale” in Middleton on Thursday, June 18, from 8:30am-1:00pm. Many of the items are pet care items and miscellaneous, loved materials from classrooms. All items are free. See photos for some examples of the items.

Enter the building through the gravel path and gate on the left side. All items available are in the community room.

Thank you for being kind and respectful during this free sale.

What an incredible start to our Summer Program! ☀️🎉During our first week, students jumped into exciting activities, made...
06/14/2026

What an incredible start to our Summer Program! ☀️🎉

During our first week, students jumped into exciting activities, made new friends, explored creative projects, and built lasting memories. From hands-on learning experiences to outdoor fun and team-building games, the energy and enthusiasm were contagious!

We are so proud of our students for embracing new challenges and opportunities with curiosity and confidence. Thank you to our amazing staff and families for helping make this first week such a success.
We can’t wait to see what the rest of the summer brings! 🌟

And that’s a wrap for the 2025-26 school year! 🎬  MCMS familes, staff and students celebrated with our traditional sunny...
06/03/2026

And that’s a wrap for the 2025-26 school year! 🎬

MCMS familes, staff and students celebrated with our traditional sunny afternoon picnic at Settler’s Prairie Park. Wishing everyone a fantastic summer! ☀️

Hats off to our 2026 MCMS 8th grade graduates! 🎓 We will celebrate them this evening at their official graduation ceremo...
06/02/2026

Hats off to our 2026 MCMS 8th grade graduates! 🎓 We will celebrate them this evening at their official graduation ceremony. Congratulations!

Address

8406 Ellington Way
Middleton, WI
53562

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5:45pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5:45am
Wednesday 7:30am - 5:45pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5:45am
Friday 7:30am - 5:45pm

Telephone

+16088276267

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