Middle school at Grace Montessori Academy is a transformative journey. As students step into adolescence, they begin to see themselves not just as learners, but as contributors. With greater freedom comes greater responsibility — and our Middle School program is designed to guide students through this critical stage with challenge, encouragement, and deep purpose.
Through robust academics, meaningful work, and spiritual formation, students grow in independence, self-awareness, and a sense of their unique calling.
“GMA truly emphasizes raising children on a strong moral foundation. They genuinely value each child and care deeply about their success as humans. I’m grateful to be able to offer my kids this experience. ”
Middle school is more than a transition — it’s a launching point. At GMA, we create opportunities for students to explore their identity, understand their world, and develop the skills they’ll need to thrive in high school and beyond.
Our program is rooted in Maria Montessori’s vision of adolescence as a time of inner evolution, where students grow through self-direction, meaningful work, and community responsibility.
Our students are prepared to:
Think critically, speak clearly, and write effectively
Manage time, materials, and responsibilities with increasing independence
Build positive peer relationships and contribute to community life
Explore real-world projects that connect academics to purpose
Deepen their faith and reflect on their personal role in God’s plan
Grace Montessori’s Middle School curriculum is academically rich and developmentally appropriate — designed to challenge students intellectually while supporting their growth as thinkers, creators, and followers of Christ.
“Students learn to write with clarity, read with depth, and speak with confidence.”
“Math becomes a tool for reasoning, analysis, and real-world understanding.”
“Science isn’t memorized — it’s discovered, questioned, and explored.”
“Students don’t just study history — they wrestle with the questions it raises.”
“Middle schoolers need to create, move, and lead — and we give them space to do all three.”
Meaningful work is central to Montessori adolescent education. At GMA, students participate in real-life occupations that help them develop responsibility, entrepreneurial thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Past occupations include:
“Work becomes more than a task — it becomes a calling.”
Middle school is a time of tremendous growth — academically, emotionally, and spiritually. At Grace Montessori, we partner with families to help students step into greater responsibility, deeper thinking, and stronger relationships.
Here are some of the skills and habits we nurture and encourage in our middle school students:
Self-initiation and motivation to manage their own learning
Responsibility for materials, homework, and shared spaces
Concentration and perseverance with long-term assignments
Respectful peer relationships and a heart for community
Critical thinking and willingness to explore complex ideas
Mature communication — listening, reflecting, and contributing
Faith and self-awareness in a growing spiritual life
Our teachers provide guidance, structure, and accountability — and students are expected to take increasing ownership of their learning and behavior.
Our curriculum is designed to build independence, time management, and academic readiness. Students graduate from GMA confident in their ability to think critically, communicate clearly, and navigate the demands of high school with purpose and resilience.
Yes. Small class sizes and close relationships with teachers mean every student is known and supported. Whether a student needs academic challenges, additional guidance, or help managing responsibilities, our mentors meet students where they are and help them grow in confidence and independence.
Students participate in “occupations” — real-life work that builds entrepreneurial thinking, responsibility, and leadership. Examples include microbusiness ventures, sustainability initiatives, service projects, and fundraising efforts. These projects connect academic learning to meaningful action.
Our program is built around the Montessori philosophy, which emphasizes independence, purpose-driven work, and community responsibility. Middle schoolers at GMA don’t just absorb content—they apply it through hands-on projects, leadership opportunities, and real-world connections.
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