GPA Earns Michigan Montessori Society Affiliate School Status

The Grosse Pointe Academy (GPA), home to Michigan’s longest-running Montessori program, is proud to announce its new designation as an Affiliate School with the Michigan Montessori Society (MMS). This prestigious affiliation underscores GPA's commitment to upholding the highest standards of Montessori education and further solidifies its leadership in early childhood development.

The Michigan Montessori Society's Affiliate School status is awarded to institutions that demonstrate adherence to rigorous Montessori principles. These include employing credentialed Montessori educators trained through AMI, AMS, or MACTE-accredited programs, offering uninterrupted work periods, and maintaining classrooms enriched with comprehensive Montessori materials. Schools must also meet state licensing requirements and foster environments with multi-age groupings that align with Montessori philosophies. GPA's achievement reflects its dedication to these core standards, ensuring an exceptional and authentic learning experience for its students.

At the heart of GPA’s Early School program is its Montessori curriculum, designed for children aged 2½ to 6 years. This program integrates hands-on learning, practical life skills, sensorial exploration, and a focus on cultivating independence and a lifelong love of learning. As a newly affiliated MMS school, GPA joins a distinguished network of Montessori institutions committed to providing a nurturing and academically enriching environment for young learners.

“We are honored to be recognized as an Affiliate School by the Michigan Montessori Society,” said Claudia Leslie, Montessori Early School Division Head. “This achievement reflects our unwavering dedication to Maria Montessori’s vision and our mission to nurture, challenge, and inspire each child’s unique journey.”

This affiliation also provides GPA with new opportunities for collaboration, professional development, and community engagement. It highlights the Academy’s role in shaping future generations with a foundation of confidence, curiosity, and respect for the world around them.