Montessori School
Establishing a Love of Learning
The Summit is one of a few schools in Greater Cincinnati applying the Montessori philosophy in an educational program for children as young as 18 months. We offer a variety of half-day and full-day options in our signature Toddler Program for children from 18 to 36 months and our preschool program for children from age 3 through Kindergarten. We offer before school and after school care through our Extended Day Center.
In keeping with the Montessori method, we develop children who are capable, self-reliant and have a strong sense of self. In keeping with the school’s mission, we hope to give our children the ability to connect with others to become productive citizens throughout their lives. Our classroom environments are developmentally appropriate, well prepared, positive and warm. We welcome each child to engage in building skills of independence, concentration, order and coordination. Through hands-on, self-directed, and collaborative play, children learn skills in language, math, science, geography, sensorial, fine motor development and music while making creative choices in their learning under the guidance of highly trained teachers.
Experience The Summit
As an independent school, we continue our founding traditions as a Notre Dame community. The heart of our mission is to educate leaders of character who will value and improve the world they inherit. Here in a warm, inclusive culture, every child is known, their God-given talents are valued and relationships flourish.
Academic Excellence
High expectations deliver outstanding results.
Academic Excellence
High Expectations Deliver Outstanding Results.
Highly-trained faculty
who are certified in Montessori education with 1-2 assistants per room.
small class sizes
provide greater opportunity for individual instruction and community-centric classrooms.
High-impact instructional best practices
with a literacy specialist who supports faculty and analyzes data on student growth.
A rigorous, mission-centered curriculum
delivered through early and advanced enrichment with world language instruction.
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Spiritual Growth
Inclusive Community Fosters Values and Guides Faith Formation
Spiritual Growth
Values-Based Experiences Guide Faith Formation
VALUES-BASED EXPERIENCES GUIDE FAITH FORMATION
Age-appropriate activities that nourish spiritual and intellectual growth.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR DISCOVERY & REFLECTION
through liturgies, cross-divisional events, music and story-telling.
CHAPLAIN AND SPECIALLY TRAINED FACULTY
assist students with exploring their spiritual journey.
WARM AND INCLUSIVE CULTURE
give students opportunities to share experiences learning, empathy and acceptance.
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Leaders of Character
MISSION CHALLENGES ALL TO BE PEACEMAKERS, CHANGEMAKERS
Leaders of Character
Mission challenges all to be peacemakers, changemakers.
CROSS-DIVISIONAL APPROACH
Our Leaders of Character program is embedded throughout the school and focuses on three behaviors that contribute to personal development: Serves God, Builds Community, Grows Self.
SERVES GOD
As leaders of character rooted in the tradition of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, we demonstrate that God is good by taking time to grow in our faith, pray and reflect; giving thanks and giving back; modeling integrity; and prioritizing the common good.
BUILDS COMMUNITY
As leaders of character, we create community among those with whom we work and serve by being considerate, honoring the dignity and sacredness of each person, seeking to include others, cooperating with each other and clearly articulating ourselves.
GROWS SELF
At The Summit, we educate for life and understand that leaders of character seek continued growth, which entails knowing ourselves and our God-given gifts, taking responsibility for our words and actions, managing our time and our stress, opening ourselves up to new ideas, learning from our mistakes and embracing the creative process.
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Physical and Social-Emotional Wellness
Vibrant Community of Highly Engaged Students
Physical & Social Emotional Wellness
BRING OUT THE BEST FOR THE WHOLE CHILD IN EVERY CHILD
PROMOTION OF DAILY PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
through use of muscle equipment for toddlers, two playgrounds, outdoor patios, garden space, field and gym.
EXTENSIVE PROGRAMS IN THE ARTS
through visual art and music, promoting fine motor skills, exploration, creativity and the joy of discovery.
EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND SOCIAL SKILLS
with emphasis on self- awareness and self- regulation to promote each child’s well-being.
A CULTURE OF EXTRAORDINARY CARE
supports students through transition across divisions and those who are new to the school.
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Summit Signatures
Highly-trained faculty, state-of-the-art resources and innovative curriculum have resulted in distinctive experiences that make The Summit Country Day School's opportunities unique.
- All-School Programs
- Montessori Signatures
- Lower School Signatures
- Middle School Signatures
- Upper School Signatures
All-School Programs
Available in all grades
Montessori Signatures
18m - K
Lower School Signatures
Grades 1-4
Middle School Signatures
Grades 5-8
Upper School Signatures
Grades 9-12
Meet The Teachers
Highly-trained faculty, state-of-the-art resources and innovative curriculum have resulted in distinctive programs that make The Summit Country Day School's opportunities unique.
