Montessori school in Port Orchard, WA serving Nursery-PreK with specialized support for learning differences and sensory issues
Discovery Montessori has been serving the Kitsap Peninsula and surrounding communities since 1982, offering a Montessori Method curriculum that fosters rigorous, self-motivated growth in cognitive, emotional, social, and physical areas. The school's diverse faculty and inspiring environment nurture students to become independent, peace-centered learners and collaborators, utilizing Maria Montessori's time-tested approach to support development across all domains.
The school provides specialized support for students with mild learning differences, dyslexia, moderate visual or hearing impairments, and sensory issues through its individualized approach and Learning Difference Programs. With an average class size of 12 and a student body that is 26% students of color, the co-ed setting promotes inclusivity while maintaining a structured environment suitable for children with specific developmental needs.
Discovery Montessori is nonsectarian and offers rolling admissions with a 75% acceptance rate, making it accessible to families seeking specialized education. The school accepts students from Nursery/Preschool through Prekindergarten, offers summer school, and maintains memberships with the American Montessori Society and Montessori Educational Programs International. For current tuition information and admission details, families are encouraged to contact the school directly at (360) 443-7120.
| School Type | Montessori School |
| Year Founded | 1982 |
| Tuition Notes | Please inquire with school for current prices. |
| Total Students | 28 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 10 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 30 |
| Average Class Size | 12 |
| Grades Offered | Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten |
| Admissions Director | Sabrina Gardner |
| Admissions Associate | Brenda Sutton |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 75 |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 26 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | American Montessori Society (AMS) · Montessori Educational Programs International (MEPI) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |