West Side Montessori

West Side Montessori teachers are leaders in child development, and we’re thrilled to team up with the incredible experts at DOT Playspace for a can’t‑miss session on potty training the Montessori way. Join us to gain practical strategies, supportive guidance, and confidence for this exciting milestone in your child’s journey.

DOT Talks is back!
Join us on 6/13 at 10AM for Toileting the Montessori Way with Rachel Seiple, Certified Montessory School Teacher.
Learn how toileting can become a respectful, child-led process that supports your child's independence and development. We'll cover readiness signs, practical routines, and Montessori-based strategies that follow your child's unique timeline.
Perfect for parents and caregivers preparing for or currently navigating the toileting journey! Childcare on-site is provided, so no stress securing a sitter!
Spots are limited. dotplayspace.com/events

Thanks for sharing your passion for meteorology with our students, Jay Berschback!

I had a fun weather talk with the 4th, 5th and 6th Graders at West Side Montessori Friday afternoon.
Some future scientists in that group.
Here's the video from the 13abc Bright Side: https://www.13abc.com/video/2026/05/22/bright-side-may-22-2026-2/

Update: Madeline Kaplan is a Jeopardy! champion!

We'll be cheering for Madeline tonight on Jeopardy!

GOOD LUCK, Madeline! Madeline Kaplan, who attended West Side Montessori and Notre Dame Academy, is competing on Jeopardy! starting May 4, right here on WTOL 11. Madeline graduated cm laude with a BA in American Studies from Yale University and is a podcast producer and editor. Watch at 7:30 p.m. to see how she does! Jeopardy!