Nothing makes a case for the hands-on nature of a Montessori environment than something like this.

During the distance learning classes in April via Zoom, student packets included sunflower seeds to coincide with Earth Day. Last week a parent sent this picture of the st...

Li'l Sprouts Montessori is often seen as the kind of school for parents seeking a small-school environment. We are state licensed, and take in no more than 10 students.

With protocols and safe practices in place we are reopening in August. Registration is now open. Plea...

As we prepare to start school in August, the fruit trees have sprung some surprises - despite the July temperatures.

We often ask parents for feedback on how distance learning is going. The comments and suggestions are very useful. And encouraging.

But you know what else is encouraging? It's seeing the work students complete. Sometimes it is what is returned in the packets on Fridays....

Dear students, we know you miss being here. See how our 'edible school yard' has been changing while you've been gone!

Last week, the blackberry plants started showing their colors, and they are growing among the curry leaf plants!

It's been awhile, and many have wondered if Li'l Sprouts has closed due to the Coronavirus pandemic. We asked parents, and most of them wanted their children to have some activity during this period, and we came up with a solution!

Not just 'Zoom' --which is what many o...

This week due to the shut down, we want to stay connected with our students. That's why we are reaching out to you via Zoom!

Meanwhile, we think you'll see why you are missed!

A short message from the school yard!

Dear Parents,

Many school districts are closed, including Gilbert. After much thought we have decided to open school tomorrow, Monday, 16 March, 2020. In order to stay open here are some guidelines we would like you to follow.

DROP-OFF/PICK-UP: No siblings should enter t...

We took time to connect this morning at Li'l Sprouts. It was breakfast for Mums and Dads!

Sometimes it's good to hit the pause button and build community. After all, everyone passing through these classrooms are friends for life. 

Croissants, muffins, cookies and pl...

"I hate my mom's phone and I wish she never had one," said one second grader. 

Parents' cell phone addiction takes it's toll, often only visible through a child's eyes.

Read the article at USA Today.