A Children’s Habitat is an independent Montessori school for students ages 18 months through 12 years. Founded in 1972, it is the longest operating Montessori program in Indianapolis, striving to meet and exceed the highest Montessori standards set forth by the American Montessori Society (AMS). Our mission is to enrich minds and build community, guided by the principles of Dr. Maria Montessori.
OUR PROGRAMS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES
Upcoming Open Houses
GROUNDED IN OUR CORE VALUES
The Montessori Method
We strive to meet and exceed the highest Montessori standards set forth by the American Montessori Society (AMS), through organized and individualized instruction, multi-age classrooms, and carefully prepared learning environments.
Diversity
Individuals are celebrated and appreciated for their unique qualities, perspectives, and backgrounds.
Joyful Learning
Curiosity and joy for learning are habits cultivated by A Children’s Habitat.
Peace Education
Kindness, empathy, and peaceful conflict resolution comprise and inform both our explicit and implicit curriculum.
Community
Inspired by a spirit of community and the power of collective talents, we focus efforts on building relationships and working with one another.
Stewardship
Just as we care for one another, we care for our broader social and natural worlds.
WE’RE ALWAYS UP TO SOMETHING AMAZING
Exploring the Great Outdoors with Lower and Upper Elementary! 🌲🌼🥾
Every week, we trade the magic of the classroom for the wonders of nature! 🍄✨ Our ELEMENTARY Montessori students spend one full day (weather permitting) a week at Holliday Park, where they hike, explore, and engage in hands-on outdoor assignments that spark curiosity and creativity.
From identifying native plants 🌱 to observing wildlife 🐿️ and solving nature-inspired challenges, these outdoor days are all about fostering a deep connection to the environment and hands-on learning. 🌎
Here’s to building a love for learning alongside nature one step at a time! 🥾🌈🐛🦋
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🌟 You’re Invited! 🌟
Join us for a special Open House @ A Children’s Habitat!
Come explore our Montessori classrooms, meet our passionate educators, and discover how we nurture independence, creativity, and a love for learning!
🗓️ SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16TH (1PM - 3PM)
📍801 West 73rd St 46260
Whether you’re a current parent or exploring options for the first time, this is the perfect opportunity to learn more about our child-centered approach to education.
🔹 Hands-on activities
🔹 Interactive tours
🔹 Q&A with staff
🔹Refreshments & more!
We can’t wait to welcome you to our Habitat! 🌼🌾
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Our NEW CLASSROOM!
This past summer, we took on the challenge of expanding our Lower Elementary classroom (1st - 3rd grade). Our program was growing in size and we knew we’d NEED more SPACE. A lot more. So, we took out a wall and combined two rooms into one! The end result here is just what we’ve been dreaming of. 🤍
With carefully prepared materials and an inviting atmosphere, children engage in hands-on learning, moving freely between individual and group activities. The classroom fosters independence, creativity, and a love of discovery, while promoting collaboration and respect for others. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!
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✨Discover the magic of learning with our TABLE TOP NUMBER RODS 🌈 These beautifully crafted materials help children explore MATHEMATICAL concepts through hands-on activities. Each rod represents a different number, making COUNTING, ADDITION, and SUBTRACTION both engaging and fun!
This work helps to foster confidence in their math skills, building a strong foundation for future learning!
P.S. The background classroom noise is way too good to dub music over 😜
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Parent Teacher Conferences are today and tomorrow! NO SCHOOL for STUDENTS (10/31 & 11/01)
Childcare is provided here @ school!🌻 See you soon!
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Learning should always be this much fun! SPANISH is one of our three weekly specials! We also provide CHESS♟️and MUSIC! 🎼
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