Montessori
Montessori education consists of multi-age, interdisciplinary, child-centered learning environments. Montessori curriculum is constructivist in approach and designed to foster independent and self-directed learning based on student interest. Peer reviewed research suggests the Montessori approach effectively accelerates academic and social development. Learn more about Montessori education here: About Montessori- What Is Montessori?
Morehead Montessori Magnet Elementary School
Entry Grade: Pre-K
Lottery zones: Southwest view zones
Procedure for those in attendance zone: Lottery required for Pre-K only
Sibling Priority: YES
Transportation: Regional only Southwest view zones
Contact for program questions: Kirsten Botts (Email Kirsten Botts) 919-560-3954 x54420
George Watts Montessori Magnet School
Entry Grade: Pre-K
Lottery zones: Central and Southeast view zones
Procedure for those in attendance zone: Lottery required for Pre-K only
Sibling Priority YES
Transportation: Regional only Central and Southeast view zones
Contact for program questions: Melissa Blalock (Email Melissa Blalock) 919-560-3947 x47223
Little River Montessori Elementary School
Entry Grade: Pre-K
Lottery zones: North and East: view zones
Procedure for those in attendance zone: lottery required for Pre-K only
Sibling Priority: YES
Transportation: Regional only North and East view zones
Lakewood Montessori Magnet Middle School
Lottery Zone: District-wide
Sibling priority: NONE
Other priority seating: Rising 6th grade students from Morehead and Watts Elementary schools have priority seating
Procedure for those in attendance zone: no lottery required
Transportation: District-wide
Competitive athletics: School has its own teams
Contact for program questions: Margaret (Meg) Graham (Email Margaret Graham) 919-560-3946
Lucas Montessori Middle School
Lottery Zone: District-wide
Sibling priority: Multiples only
Other priority seating: Rising 6th grade students from Morehead and Watts Elementary schools have priority seating
Procedure for those in attendance zone: no lottery required
Transportation: District-wide
Competitive athletics: School has its own teams
Contact for program questions: Madelyne Pieringer (Email Madelyne Pieringer) 919-560-3843
