The Franciscan Montessori Earth School, a diverse community of students from age 30 months through 8th grade, inspires children to expand their mind, nurture their spirit, and steward the Earth.

Mission Statement

The Franciscan Montessori Earth School provides students from early childhood through young adolescence the skills to acquire individual fulfillment, academic excellence, moral and spiritual development, confidence and independence for lifelong learning. Through the academic and experiential learning process developed by Maria Montessori, and influenced by the spirituality of St. Francis, students are guided to respect themselves and others, and to be stewards of the earth.

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The Franciscan Montessori Earth School Community

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