Montessori Children's House

Montessori Children's House The Des Moines metro area’s premier Montessori school for children from 18 months to 7 years old.
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Montessori Children's House is a non-­profit corporation lead by our Head Directress and a parent-­run Board of Directors elected annually. MCH is dedicated to providing high-­quality, private education based on the teachings of Dr. Maria Montessori; instilling a desire for life-­long learning and developing respectful, responsible and self-­reliant individuals.

We’re looking forward to welcoming our current families for an upcoming Parent Education Class!It’s a great opportunity ...
09/24/2026

We’re looking forward to welcoming our current families for an upcoming Parent Education Class!

It’s a great opportunity to connect with our school community, learn more about what’s happening at MCH, and stay engaged in your child’s Montessori experience.

Celebrate the season with a simple apple investigation at home! 🍎Invite your child to observe an apple using all five s...
09/22/2026

Celebrate the season with a simple apple investigation at home! 🍎

Invite your child to observe an apple using all five senses. Cut it open, count the seeds, notice the star-shaped pattern inside, compare colors, and talk about texture, smell, and taste.

Simple observations help children develop vocabulary, scientific thinking, and a sense of wonder.

💬 What's your family's favorite apple recipe?

🍎 Why Do Montessori Children Repeat the Same Work?A question we hear often is, “Why does my child choose the same activi...
09/20/2026

🍎 Why Do Montessori Children Repeat the Same Work?

A question we hear often is, “Why does my child choose the same activity again and again?”

In Montessori, repetition is a key part of how children develop mastery. Each time a child returns to a lesson, they are strengthening concentration, refining their movements, and deepening their understanding.

Children repeat work not because they’re bored, but because the activity continues to meet an internal developmental need. Repetition is how they build competence, confidence, and genuine mastery.

🧺 This month we're highlighting one of the busiest spots of the classroom, the Practical Life area.Here, children practi...
09/16/2026

🧺 This month we're highlighting one of the busiest spots of the classroom, the Practical Life area.

Here, children practice everyday skills like pouring, polishing, food preparation, and caring for their environment. These purposeful activities build concentration, coordination, independence, and confidence while preparing children for real life.

09/08/2026

One of the questions we hear most often is, "What makes Montessori schools different?"

The Montessori approach is built on hands-on learning, independence, and respect for each child's unique pace of development. Every classroom is thoughtfully prepared to encourage curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.

Have another Montessori question? Leave it in the comments, we may feature it in a future Montessori Q&A!

09/04/2026

What is a Prepared Environment?

One of the hallmarks of Montessori education is the prepared environment, a classroom intentionally designed to support children's independence and curiosity.

Every shelf, material, and learning space has a purpose. Children are free to choose meaningful work, care for their surroundings, and explore at their own pace within an organized environment that encourages confidence and concentration.

Today we celebrate the birthday of Dr. Maria Montessori, whose vision continues to inspire classrooms around the world. ...
08/31/2026

Today we celebrate the birthday of Dr. Maria Montessori, whose vision continues to inspire classrooms around the world. 🎉

Her belief that children learn best through hands-on exploration, independence, and respect continues to guide everything we do at Montessori Children's House. More than a century later, her approach empowers children to become confident, curious, and lifelong learners.

"The greatest gifts we can give our children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence." — Maria Montessori

In Montessori classrooms, children take pride in caring for their environment.Whether it's watering plants, wiping a tab...
08/27/2026

In Montessori classrooms, children take pride in caring for their environment.

Whether it's watering plants, wiping a table, doing dishes, or returning materials to the shelf, these everyday tasks help children develop responsibility, concentration, and respect for their community.

Meaningful work helps children feel capable and valued.

A new school year brings new beginnings, new discoveries, and endless opportunities to grow. 🍎 We can't wait to welcome ...
08/24/2026

A new school year brings new beginnings, new discoveries, and endless opportunities to grow. 🍎

We can't wait to welcome our students back to Montessori Children's House and watch them build confidence, independence, and a love of learning through meaningful, hands-on experiences. Here's to another year of curiosity, friendship, and joyful discovery!

🎒 We'd love to see your back-to-school photos, tag us!

08/23/2026

The shelves are prepared. The materials are carefully arranged. The classroom is ready.

Every material has been thoughtfully placed with a purpose, inviting children to explore, discover, and learn independently. We can't wait to welcome curious hands back into the classroom for another year of meaningful work and joyful learning soon. ✨

Address

1505 42nd Street
West Des Moines, IA
50266

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 3pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 3pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 3pm
Thursday 7:30am - 3pm
Friday 7:30am - 3pm

Telephone

+15152251073

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