Everything You Need to Know About Amber Meadows Montessori
Frequently Asked Questions
Find clear answers about our educational philosophy, daily schedules, teacher qualifications, and enrollment procedures in Overland Park, KS.
Clear Answers About Our Montessori School
Common Questions from Prospective Parents
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Montessori education is a child-centered approach that encourages independence, hands-on learning, and self-paced exploration. It focuses on developing cognitive, social, and practical life skills through structured yet flexible activities.
We welcome children between the ages of 2 to 6 years old, providing them with a nurturing, home-based learning environment tailored to their developmental needs across Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, and Kindergarten levels.
Unlike traditional preschools, Montessori classrooms allow children to choose purposeful activities that interest them, work at their own pace, and develop problem-solving skills through hands-on materials. Teachers act as attentive guides rather than direct lecturers.
We maintain a low student-to-teacher ratio to ensure that each child receives individualized attention and guidance, fostering deeper learning and meaningful interactions in our intimate home-based setting.
Our authentic Montessori curriculum covers six core developmental areas: Practical Life Skills (independence and self-care), Sensorial Activities (fine motor and problem solving), Mathematics (concrete number learning), Language & Literacy (reading, writing, communication), Cultural Studies (science, geography, history), and Creative Arts & Movement.
Yes! We offer year-round learning, ensuring consistency and stability for children while providing dependable childcare flexibility for parents.
Yes, we provide extended care hours to accommodate working parents. Morning half-day, standard full-day, and extended afternoon care options are available on weekdays.
We focus on positive discipline, guiding children toward self-regulation and peaceful conflict resolution. Rather than punitive measures, we encourage respectful communication, active listening, and problem-solving.
Our program emphasizes empathy, teamwork, and emotional intelligence through collaborative activities, guided peer interactions, daily grace and courtesy lessons, and self-reflection exercises.
Enrollment is simple! Call Najnin Khanam at (816) 304-4206 or submit an inquiry to schedule an in-person tour, meet our educator, and complete the enrollment application.
Children should bring a small backpack, a complete change of clothes, and any personal comfort items if needed. We provide all necessary Montessori learning materials and healthy snacks.
We encourage parent involvement through regular updates, biannual parent-teacher conferences, progress portfolios, and special school events. Open communication between educators and families is fundamental to your child's success!
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12838 Barton St, Overland Park, KS 66213
Conveniently Located in Overland Park, KS
Located in a quiet residential neighborhood near 128th and Barton Street, Amber Meadows Montessori is easily accessible for families across Overland Park and Johnson County.
Amber Meadows Montessori
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We’ve had a wonderful experience with Amber Meadows Montessori school. Najnin is very caring, patient, and truly dedicated to each child’s growth and development.
Bhuvan D, Parent