Downtown Montessori Academy

Downtown Montessori Academy is one of the first and oldest schools chartered by the City of Milwauke The students learn not to be afraid of making mistakes.

Downtown Montessori Academy is a small, diverse, community-focused Montessori elementary school that has been serving families in Milwaukee since 1976. As a City of Milwaukee charter school, students who reach age 4 by September 1 can attend our school with tuition provided by public funds. Our mission has always been to provide a Montessori education for elementary children within a small communi

ty of learners. We have just recently reached our goal of adding an Adolescent program to fulfill our mission of extending Montessori education to grade 8, and giving parents an alternative to larger middle school programs. We strive to provide an environment that supports meaningful work in a community of learners that builds trust and allows children to create a vision for their future. We believe that children learn best when they are at ease and comfortable. The key is to see the hidden nature of the child at given stages of development and to design an environment that will fulfill the child’s innate potential. Our educational approach is for children to trust in their own ability, to think and to solve problems independently. The goal is to lead students to think for themselves and become actively engaged in the learning process. Like the rest of us, children learn through trial, error and discovery. They learn to try and try again without fear of embarrassment. As we allow students to develop a meaningful degree of independence and self-discipline, we also set a pattern for a lifetime of good work habits and a sense of responsibility. Our Montessori students are taught pride in their work. In the over thirty years since its founding, Downtown Montessori Academy has grown from a small child care and pre-school program in a rented room in the basement of a church to a vibrant community of over 125 students up to 8th grade in a historic Bay View school building. I invite you to take the time to get to know Downtown Montessori and to understand the remarkable educational journey that we offer to children from the age of three through eighth grade. Sincerely,
Virginia Flynn, Head of School

04/24/2026

Always love hearing great things about our alumni!

Jonalie Zamora, a senior studying marketing and information systems at Marquette, has been named a 2026 Best & Brightest Business Major by Poets&Quants For Undergrads! 🎉

An ambitious entrepreneur, Jonalie started her first small art business at the age of seven. This creative spark led her to create a crochet brand and design the viral Surprise Bouquet Blanket, selling over 15,000 crochet patterns and products to date. Learn more about Jonalie's story and how her education has prepared her for success: https://poetsandquantsforundergrads.com/students/2026-best-brightest-business-major-jonalie-zamora-marquette-university/

04/22/2026

We still have spots available in our Toddler Program for next school year! School-day tours are now available if you'd like to learn a little more and view our classrooms.

Toddler Room Tours Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!

01/07/2026

Downtown Montessori invites you to our Open House and Group Tour for prospective parents. During the tour you’ll have the opportunity to ask our experienced teachers about our curriculum, the role of the guide, and how they foster independence and concentration in their prepared environments.
Our Principal and Director of Admissions will also be available to provide details on the enrollment process.
RSVP below to secure your spot.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A48A4AC2FAAFF2-58760736-20262027 #/

10/10/2025

Thrilled to have WCM at DMA this year!

Hard to believe school’s been back in session for about a month already! We’re grateful to be the highlight of so many students’ days—bringing the perfect mix of fun, creativity, and learning through music. 🎶

For many students, time spent with WCM teaching artists in their classrooms is their only opportunity to experience music education. That’s why we’re proud to partner with schools across southeastern Wisconsin to make joyful, high-quality music experiences accessible to every child.

Big thanks to WCM teaching artist Kyle Khembunjong (pictured) for helping these students begin their musical journeys with joy and confidence!

Photos from County Executive David Crowley's post

06/02/2025

Congrats to DMA alumna, Matylda! Good luck at State!

02/12/2025

DMA will be closed Wednesday, February 12 due to the expected winter storm.

01/21/2025

Due to extreme temps, we are closed tomorrow 1/21/25.

03/02/2024

DMA is growing and we need to fill a few key positions for next year. Please spread the word!

02/28/2024

01/16/2024

DMA is closed today, 1/16 due to freezing temps.

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Milwaukee

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Telephone

+14147446005

Website

http://downtownmontessori.com/

Address

2507 S. Graham Street
Milwaukee, WI
53207

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 5pm
Tuesday	7am - 6pm
Wednesday	7am - 6pm
Thursday	7am - 6pm
Friday	7am - 5pm