How might you start a Montessori school like Forest Bluff?

Starting a Montessori school is one of the most meaningful ways to extend the impact of the education you experienced at Forest Bluff. Many alumni and parents have expressed interest in bringing this model to other communities.

Key steps include securing AMI-trained teachers, finding appropriate environments, building a parent community that understands the approach, and establishing a governance structure that protects the school's mission over time.

Forest Bluff's own story — founded over 40 years ago — offers valuable lessons about what it takes to build and sustain an authentic Montessori school.