Elizabeth Ann Seton Montessori School

About the School

Elizabeth Ann Seton Montessori School (SMS) is an Association of Montessori International (AMI) - based educational institution in the Catholic tradition.  SMS is focused on the education of children ages 3-6 years old and is located in West Saint Paul, MN.  The school has been in existence for 2 years and has seen its numbers grow from 2 children in the beginning to 15 students in Year 2.  With an expanded board of directors, strategic plan in place and growing awareness of its educational excellence, it is poised for the next stage of growth.

About the Montessori Method

Montessori-based education is focused on the cognitive development of the child and meeting the children where they are at as individuals.  It fosters interaction between the older children and the younger children, and promotes a sense of value in activities and learning, as well as confidence and self-esteem in the child.  Montessori develops concentration, self-discipline, the ability to make choices, and completion of tasks.  At SMS, this all happens within a faith-based setting, with moral and religious formation integrated into the curriculum.