Infants
Coming early 2027
A small classroom at 1211 Crease Street for younger siblings of enrolled families.
Growing, naturally.
A Montessori school in Fishtown for children 18 months to 6 years, with over 8,000 square feet of outdoor space in the middle of the city.
Our approach
“What is best for the child?”
The question Denise Spetrino founded the school on in 2017, and still asks every day.
Children choose their work from open shelves of real Montessori materials and stay with it as long as it holds them. Teachers watch closely, guide gently, and step in when it helps.
Classrooms mix ages, so younger children learn by watching older ones, and older children learn by showing the way.
More on MontessoriPrograms
From 18 months to 6 years, in one school.
Children move up as they grow, without changing schools.
Toddler
18–36 months
A gentle first classroom, full of everyday discoveries and growing independence.
Toddler program
Primary
3–6 years
Hands-on learning and big discoveries in a mixed-age community.
Primary program
Kindergarten
The final primary year
A year to lead, share, and pull their learning together.
Kindergarten
Extended Care
Beyond the school day
More time for enrolled children to create, explore, and play outside with friends.
Extended Care
The school
A little oasis in the city.
A main school on Girard Avenue and a growing Marlborough Street campus, with an outdoor play kitchen and room to run.
- Main school
- 307 E. Girard Avenue
- Marlborough campus
- 1212 Marlborough Street
- Infant classroom, 2027
- 1211 Crease Street
Teachers
The people your child will know by name.
Led by founder Denise Spetrino, with our directors and six lead teachers across the Toddler and Primary classrooms.
Meet the whole teamAdmissions
Four steps to join. Waitlists are common, so it helps to start early.
Book a virtual tour Tuition and admissions detailsApply
Join the waitlist with an application. You are welcome to take a virtual tour first.
Take a virtual tour
See the classrooms, hear how we work, and bring your questions.
Visit in person
A small-group or private visit, required for admission.
Enroll
Families are invited to enroll as spaces open.
Questions families ask
What ages do you welcome?
Toddlers from 18 to 36 months, and Primary from 3 to 6 years, including kindergarten. A small infant classroom is planned for early 2027, for younger siblings of enrolled families.
Can we tour before applying?
Yes. Many families take a virtual tour first. An in-person visit is also part of admissions.
Is extended care available?
Yes. Extended Care offers free play, creative projects and time outside. Ask the office about the schedule for your child’s program.
How do we check tuition and availability?
Current tuition and the school calendar are on the admissions page. For availability, call 215-821-1455.
Come say hello.
Call 215-821-1455, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 6pm, or send a note below.