Our Mission
Western Pennsylvania Montessori School (WPMS) shall provide a safe, secure, and nurturing atmosphere in which each child may develop and grow emotionally, socially, intellectually, and physically by receiving a well-rounded experience based on Montessori Philosophy.
WPMS Values and Beliefs
- We value actions that indicate a respect for self, others, and the environment.
- We value activities and opportunities that cultivate a sense of connection and build community.
- We strive to encourage a life-long love of learning.
- We believe in encouraging a sense of order, concentration, independence and coordination.
- We provide opportunities for experiences that promote the development of a child’s natural internal motivation.
- We value the uniqueness of each individual because of the opportunity it provides to learn from one another.
- We believe children develop at a unique rate and we work to meet each child at his/her own place.
- We value activities that promote working through a process rather than emphasizing the end product.
- We provide a well-rounded experience for the development of the child.
- We believe in fostering the growth of internal discipline within each child.
- We believe in developing higher order thinking skills and promoting the movement from concrete to more abstract thinking.
- We believe in providing a safe and prepared environment.
- We value diversity among our students.
- We do not discriminate on any basis.
- We are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment where all children, families, and staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to learn and grow.
- We are committed to principles of equality and fairness for all of our young learners.
Community & Belonging
WPMS welcomes children, families, staff, and support personnel of all backgrounds into our toddler and preschool programs. We foster a sense of belonging and believe every child brings unique perspectives that enrich our community. We celebrate each child’s uniqueness, support their personal growth, and help them appreciate the diversity of the community around them.